The values of the Ministry and Agriculture and Forestry are built on the common value basis of the Finnish Government. Common values ensure harmonised practices and ethical action in managing public authority tasks. The values shared by the central government authorities are: - Results from action - Openness - High quality and strong expertise - Trust - Service principle - Impartiality and independence - Equality - Responsibility
Besides the shared values, at the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry we:
appreciate the nature and countryside, act in accordance with the common values of the Finnish Government in an open, just, unprejudiced and courageous manner, and enjoy our work.Vision Our objective is that
Finland is an international pioneer in the responsible and competitive utilisation of renewable natural resources, Finnish food chain is competitive and responsible, both nationally and globally, and responds to the consumer needs, and our food safety is among the tops in the world.Mission We ensure
primary production and processing of food in Finland, high standard of food safety and animal welfare, and sustainable use of arable lands, forests and water resources and fish and game populations, also for the benefit of future generations.We create the conditions for diverse economic activity, enterprise and rural welfare based on the sustainable utilisation of renewable natural resources.
We enhance well-being by promoting innovation, expertise, culture and experience, build on renewable natural resources and pure and diverse nature.