The mission of the SMRI is to be a world-class research institute, supporting the southern African sugarcane processing industry in its goal of global competitiveness.
The institute commits to achieve this by providing:
- International leadership in sugar science research;
- Innovative, cost-effective solutions to cane and sugar processing and refining problems;
- Development, optimisation and transfer of new technologies for competitive advantage;
- Appropriate analytical, consulting, communication and information services;
- State-of-the-art training for sugar technologists;
- Challenging projects, recognition for achievement, and opportunities for continuous learning for its employees.
