Pettal is a brand that aims to promote a professional higher education anchored in the Territories to support the Agroecological Transition of Food Systems. With the collaboration between USSEIN in Senegal and Institut Agro in France, Pettal enriches the training offer of the University of USSEIN by strengthening five degrees and hosting a delegation of teachers and researchers from Institut Agro. Additionally, Pettal focuses on the development of innovative training programs at the undergraduate, master, and doctoral levels, fostering partnerships with territories and professional organizations.

The brand also aims to bridge the gap between the professional and research worlds through initiatives such as the Lab'USSEIN incubator and collaborative projects in teaching, research, and innovation. By emphasizing the importance of the agroecological and sustainable food approach, Pettal aims to create employment opportunities, alleviate poverty, and contribute to the overall growth of agriculture in Senegal