Framework Programme Health & Food 2001 - 2003   "A centre of excellence and of synergy" in the field of "Health Food", CRITT Agro-Alimentaire Poitou-Charentes has forged an unrivalled reputation in France as it has in Europe and throughout the world. Backed by this achievement and considering the real challenge that "Nutrition - Health" represents for agri-food industries, CRITT is implementing a programme with a view to contributing to the development of the Nutrition-Health sector, with the following objectives: Keep companies informed of regulatory, scientific and technological developments, as well as market trends and new products. Strategically speaking, direct companies to highlight their advantages in the various market segments. Encourage meetings and exchanges between regional businesses together with the creation of new specialised companies.