The Institute for International Agriculture coordinates both academic and nonacademic units to continue building an international dimension in ongoing programs of teaching,  research, and extension. Programs include collaborative research with host country scientists; providing consultant services to international research organizations, foreign government agencies, and others; serving as guest lecturers; and hosting faculty and researchers from host country institutions.  Many projects include training components, bringing international students to MSU master’s and Ph.D. programs and for short-term non-degree programs.