The establishment of Centre for Research on Agrifood Science and Technology (CrAFT) was announced by His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan dan Yang Di-Pertuan Negara Brunei Darussalam during UTB’s sixth convocation in 2019.  This initiative is a key part of ongoing nationwide efforts to support Brunei's agriculture and food industries (SDG 2). It complements the university’s existing Food Science and Agrotechnology programmes by providing a dedicated research centre (SDG 4).

In His Majesty’s titah:

“I hope that CrAFT will work with various government agencies, private sector, and higher learning institutions locally and internationally,”

Inspired by His Majesty’s vision for collaboration and progress, CrAFT is dedicated to advancing scientific research and innovation. We aim to drive economic development and national growth by fostering partnerships and producing impactful research that contributes to Brunei’s food security and a sustainable future.

Vision

To be a leading centre in agrifood research focused on sustainable food systems for both local and global communities (SDG 2).

Mission

To drive impactful open research and innovation in agrifood science and technology that supports national food security, sustainability, economic growth, and talent development in alignment with Wawasan Brunei 2035 (SDG 2, 4, 8, 12, 13 and 17).