Spatial data research

Research on spatial data supports innovation and the maintenance of the topographic data system (MTJ) and the land information system (KTJ).

Spatial data research in MAF’s branch of administration

In the administrative branch of the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, the Finnish Geospatial Research Institute (FGI) operating under the National Land Survey of Finland is the Finnish institute responsible for research on geospatial information at the national and international level. Its research and development activities are of a high international standard. Based on theory, they produce sustainable and practical solutions for public mapping, the development of the topographic data system and private-sector business activities.