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26 Jul 2016
Genome of 6,000-year-old barley grains sequenced for first time
The James Hutton Institute
"By combining archaeobotany and crop-specific genetics, this study has produced novel insights into the origins of our one of our most important crop plants.
15 Jul 2016
Analysis of milk using new technologies has identified potential biomarkers of mastitis enabling real-time diagnostics and targeted therapeutics
Moredun
Scientists from the University of Glasgow and the Moredun Research Institute have published data from a comprehensive analysis of the changes that occur in milk during mastitis caused by a bacterial infection of the udder.
12 Jul 2016
New insight into how plants make cellulose
The James Hutton Institute
“This work will help us to understand how the cellulose synthase complex works, how plants form cellulose and how they lay it down in the patterns that provide strength and structure to the plant.
11 Jul 2016
Collaboration receives £450K to explore food, energy, water and environment interactions in Ethiopia
The James Hutton Institute
"It is key to work with Ethiopian researchers and stakeholders to identify potential mechanisms which can help farmers in Ethiopia to become better equipped to cope with drought
8 Jul 2016
An evening walk to discover our latest developments in soft fruit science
The James Hutton Institute
"One of the Institute’s most successful and long-running field events, Fruit for the Future this year returns to its roots with an evening fruit walk around Mylnefield Farm in Invergowrie
7 Jul 2016
Research partnership set to unearth secrets of profitable soils throughout rotation
The James Hutton Institute
“This research will generate new data and knowledge to answer challenges across whole rotations and provide information and tools to allow farm businesses to make rewarding and sustainable rotational decisions.
29 Jun 2016
Latest research on show at cereals event
The James Hutton Institute
"Now in its eighth year and for only the second time in Aberdeenshire, the free event is an opportunity for arable farmers, businesses and industry with an interest in cereals to take advantage of the latest scientific research and technologies.
28 Jun 2016
Potato blight map reveals distribution of disease in Europe
The James Hutton Institute
“The industry has an effective range of fungicides with which to manage late blight but the pathogen population is able to evolve rapidly and it is important that management practices are also updated when required.
24 Jun 2016
Perthshire has the Best Soil in Show 2016
The James Hutton Institute
"Together with farmers, growers, policy makers and agencies, the James Hutton Institute aims to make the best of our soils to help to deliver sustainable economic growth in Scotland and beyond.
23 Jun 2016
Moredun's parasitologists find a creative way to highlight the key messages for sustainable worm control
Moredun
Moredun has teamed up with an animator to create an engaging and entertaining short film highlighting the important elements involved in the development and spread of anthelmintic resistance.
23 Jun 2016
Biosecurity best practice advice to the farming community
Moredun
Moredun and The Crown Estate Scotland Portfolio have extended their collaboration to produce Biosecurity information in a clear and concise format aimed to encourage livestock farmers to encompass a proactive approach to disease prevention and control.
20 Jun 2016
Entrepreneurial push for futuristic indoor farming in Scotland
The James Hutton Institute
“We are doing more research with such innovative companies in the private sector and this example combines our knowledge of plant science and specialised infrastructure to work with others whose vision is aligned to help solve the challenges around long-term food security.
15 Jun 2016
Chris Law MP visits to find out more about our research and innovation
The James Hutton Institute
“I was given a fascinating insight into their work - not only on all sorts of crops and plant diseases but also their exciting plans for the future, which include the possibility of establishing an International Barley Hub here at their Dundee site.
13 Jun 2016
Potato parasite’s 'toolkit’ revealed
The James Hutton Institute
“Using this information we will now be able to much better target how we can prevent nematode infection.
Parasitic nematode worms are the 'hidden enemy’ of farmers worldwide, causing billions of pounds worth of crop damage every year.
9 Jun 2016
Flooding: time for a pro-active, joined-up approach
The James Hutton Institute
"We at the James Hutton Institute think a co-ordinated response is right, recognising that the risk of flooding can only be mitigated through the application of a combination of natural solutions, construction measures and innovation.
6 Jun 2016
Safeguard our soils to sustain our way of life, Hutton scientists say
The James Hutton Institute
“Healthy soil is essential to a successful and sustainable farming industry.
Scientists at the James Hutton institute have welcomed the findings of a report published by the House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee on the health of UK soils.
3 Jun 2016
Scotland’s forgotten genius – more Hutton theories to be published
The James Hutton Institute
“Hutton’s approach epitomises the Institute’s purpose, intent and values. He was willing to stand up to dogma, based on the rigorous pursuit of observation and science.
1 Jun 2016
Moredun PhD Student wins Young Scientist Award
Moredun
Ana Herrero, a PhD student at the Moredun Research Institute and the University of Stirling, was crowned the winning of the Young Scientist Award at the 10th Aquaculture UK Conference in Aviemore last week (25th May).
30 May 2016
Social innovation to promote rural growth across Europe and the Mediterranean
The James Hutton Institute
“Social innovation manifests itself in new social relationships and collaborations. It seeks to promote the development and uptake of new services and new fields of activity, such as social entrepreneurship and social enterprises that improve the quality of life of individuals and communities.
24 May 2016
Dr Rupert Hough to lead Information and Computational Sciences group
The James Hutton Institute
"I am delighted that the Institute recognises the centrality of computational methods to help meet the challenges of environmental change, food security and sustainable development.