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19 Aug 2021
Funding boost for nature and climate adaptation in Deeside
The James Hutton Institute
"This is fantastic news for the green recovery of Deeside and the Cairngorms National Park"
19 Aug 2021
Hutton researchers committed to tackling the climate crisis
The James Hutton Institute
"Our new five-year corporate plan commits us to tackle these problems and aims to ensure we take every opportunity to do things better. A new more sustainable and fairer world is entirely within our reach"
13 Aug 2021
New research sheds light on role of copper-dependent enzymes in plant infection
The James Hutton Institute
“Penetrating the plant cuticle and cell wall is the first step in infection, and the cell wall represents the site of the major struggle between host and pathogen”
12 Aug 2021
Potato Innovation and Translation Hub outlined at Potatoes in Practice 2021
The James Hutton Institute
"Recent advances in breeding technologies can be harnessed to fast track the breeding of new varieties; new developments in modelling, sensors and drone technologies are driving integrated pest management solutions”
12 Aug 2021
Safeguarding Scotland’s bulb and potato sector
The James Hutton Institute
“This project is hugely important to the sector and the sector is hugely important to Scotland. It is predicted that if co-ordinated action is not taken now, Scotland’s bulb and potato industries may no longer be viable in the next 30 years due to the reduction in available non-infested land.
10 Aug 2021
Hutton Scientists to Examine How Trees Can Help Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions in the UK
The James Hutton Institute
JHI
5 Aug 2021
Dr Ruth Mitchell appointed to Trees and Woodlands Science Advisory Group
The James Hutton Institute
Dr Ruth Mitchell
30 Jul 2021
Potatoes in Practice returns to Balruddery Farm
The James Hutton Institute
Notwithstanding the many challenges for the potato industry, Potatoes in Practice 2021 is shaping up to be a key forum for the discussion of key topics about the technical and business realities.
22 Jul 2021
New Scottish knowledge portal to offer access to wealth of research
The James Hutton Institute
Torry beach in Aberdeen after Storm Frank in 2015. (Credit: Marine Scotland)
16 Jul 2021
Hutton scientists welcome National Food Strategy report
The James Hutton Institute
“There is untapped potential for urban agriculture to shift food systems in sustainable directions; local producers need to be incentivised to develop horticulture that delivers meaningful local employment, reduces food miles and makes food local again"
15 Jul 2021
New study shows seafood supplies don't always satisfy dietary recommendations
The Rowett Institute
A new study has found that for many European countries - including the UK - there is not a large enough fish supply to meet the recommended national dietary requirements.
12 Jul 2021
Protecting against parasites - Scotland's Farm Advisory Service
Moredun
Moredun were asked recently by SAC’s Farm Advisory Service if we’d be prepared to do a piece to camera on ‘Parasites and Climate Change’ for their newly-launched FAS TV YouTube channel.
10 Jul 2021
National Islands Plan survey paints mixed picture of life in Scottish islands
The James Hutton Institute
“This is a big step forward in understanding the realities of life across Scotland's islands and improving the islands’ evidence base.”
7 Jul 2021
New research highlights farmer attitudes towards dairy production systems
The James Hutton Institute
“The mainstream view among key stakeholders was that differences between systems – grazing or indoor – don’t matter for animal welfare, economic or environmental outcomes, but management is more important.”
2 Jul 2021
Forum Carpaticum discusses sustainability, wellbeing and social innovation in marginalised mountain areas
The James Hutton Institute
“Social innovation is seen as a driving force and a means to promote sustainable development.
30 Jun 2021
Microbiota-directed food formulation
The Rowett Institute
The gut health research group at the Rowett Institute investigate the microbial species that reside in our intestines.
29 Jun 2021
Dee river partnership seeks public feedback
The James Hutton Institute
“We want to hear people’s thoughts on our achievements so far – what we’ve done well, but also what we need to do better, or more of - to help us prioritise our actions for the next decade.
28 Jun 2021
High Commissioner of Kenya visits the James Hutton Institute in Dundee
The James Hutton Institute
“This was a great opportunity to discuss the collaborations we have with Kenyan institutions, particularly on potatoes."
The James Hutton Institute was delighted to welcome a visit by His Excellency Mr Manoah Esipisu, High Commissioner of Kenya to the UK, and his team to our Dundee site.
22 Jun 2021
Arable Scotland's Arable Conversations: Net-Zero - Making Carbon Pay
The James Hutton Institute
"Scotland has a legally binding commitment of being net-zero by 2045, and a 31% reduction is required in emissions from agriculture by 2032."
22 Jun 2021
Farmers and crofters – can you help shape the future of farming practices in Scotland?
The James Hutton Institute
"There is increasing interest amongst policy makers about agroecological farming approaches – and whether these types of practices improve sustainability and how they can increase the resilience of agricultural businesses in Scotland to cope with external shocks such as the COVID-19 crisis, biodiversity loss or clim