The PGPAS’s objectives are:
I - To develop research projects focused on improving sustainable agricultural production, seeking to train students and prepare them for the job market.
II - To form research groups that bring together professors, students and external participants, such as post-doctoral fellows and undergraduate students, who establish dialogue with the national and international academic community.
III - To prepare master's dissertations that can contribute to generating knowledge in the field of Agricultural Sciences and related areas for applying scientific and technological expertise in solving problems in agricultural cultivation, such as the protection of natural resources and sustainable growth.
IV - To prepare dissertations contributing to technological innovation and technology transfer.
V - Promote events that bring the academic community together and promote discussion on current issues connected with debates in the agricultural and environmental sectors and themes of interest to society as a whole.
VI - Function as a hub for researchers, attracting graduate and undergraduate students aiming to train qualified human resources to develop and sustainably manage agricultural and livestock production.
VII - Support and encourage students in the Program to carry out internationalization and exchange activities through partnerships established in the agreements.