The Northwest Center for Small Fruits Research (NCSFR) is a research consortium that was established in 1990. Its administration and primary research facility are located in Corvallis, Oregon but it is a joint research program that includes Oregon State University, Washington State University, University of Idaho and USDA-ARS all working together with the following mission and goals:

Mission

The Northwest Center for Small Fruits Research (NCSFR) is established to enhance profitability and sustainability of the small fruits industry in the PNW through research in genetics, pest management, berry and grape processing, production/physiology, and wine, and through technology transfer.

Goal One

The paramount goal of the Center is the development of research programs to define and enhance berry and grape product quality related to marketability, including:

• Effective, profitable and environmentally responsible production practices.
• Genetic research and plant breeding to develop improved cultivars.
• Refinement and/or development of new production practices or technology to improve quality, yield, marketability, and profitability.
• Processing and packaging technology to improve product integrity, stability, flavor, and quality.
• Identification of small fruit components that provide health benefits.
• Create a unique marketing identity for NW small fruit products and emphasizing regionality, quality and health benefits.

Goal Two

Provide a link between the scientific community and the industry in order to articulate the industry's needs and integrate research results with the practices of farming and processing.

Goal Three

Enhance public awareness about the Center, its research and the industries it serves.

Goal Four

Obtain industry, private and public funding to fulfill the mission and goals of the Center.