A multi-million pound programme of strategic research delivered over five years providing science and evidence to support policymakers and its partners. Informed by strong partnerships and the needs of a broad range of stakeholders. Science at the heart of society contributing to the health, wealth and wellbeing of Scotland and beyond.
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Ongoing research (2022-2027)
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Assessing the impact of changing migratory patterns and population size of greylag geese on livestock and public health
This project aims to investigate microbial risks carried by wildlife species whose distribution and abundance is affected by climate change.
- Biodiversity
- Plant & Animal Health
- 2022-2027
Improving livestock productivity and sustainability through management and genetics
This project investigates how age, grazing management, early life events and tolerance to parasites affects livestock productivity and associated environmental impact.
- Livestock Improvement
- 2022-2027
Integrated socio-environmental modelling of policy scenarios for Scotland
This project develops the science and skills needed to work in an ‘agile’ way with policymakers and stakeholders on computer modelling at the whole-of-Scotland scale. We are working on a framework for monitoring soils; mapping our land capability and how it is affected by climate change; and simulating the effects of agricultural payments, trade, and technology change on rural businesses.
- Large Scale Models
- 2022-2027
Research into zoonoses and emerging diseases to protect public health and animal health in Scotland
This project is focusing on understanding the risk of emerging vector-borne zoonoses that could affect human and animal health in Scotland and improving our understanding of the transmission of two bacteria which cause food-borne zoonoses in Scotland. Data generated in this project is informing control strategies and is providing mitigation which could break transmission chains, improve animal welfare and production, and save human life.
- Animal Disease
- 2022-2027
Tools to support provenance of Scottish food produce
We are measuring the Strontium (Sr) isotopes in Scottish soils to create a map (isoscape) to aid in determining the origins of conventionally grown crops. For crops grown in soilless, controlled environment units the link to location is however lost. We are therefore analysing the crops, waters and nutrients from such producers using isotope and chemical methods to see whether such an approach could be used for provenancing.
- Food & Drink Improvements
- 2022-2027