"This is a great opportunity to use our leading scientific expertise to make a positive and practical contribution to the sustainability of our food production systems" A new research initiative led by Scotlandâs James Hutton Institute is set to explore innovative mixed-species crop systems, or âplant teamsâ, in a drive to tackle a global challenge: how to feed a growing population from finite resources without wrecking our planet. The âŹ5m DIVERSify project, short for âDesigning InnoVative plant teams for Ecosystem Resilience and agricultural Sustainabilityâ, aims to optimise the performance
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"TRUE aims to pinpoint the role of legumes in harmonising the often-conflicting needs of the âenvironmentâ, âsocietyâ and âbusinessâ, the so-called three pillars of sustainability" Legumes are a very special type of crop; they are not only a source of highly nutritious food and feed but legumes require no inorganic nitrogen fertiliser, which means they have major advantages as a more sustainable crop. Despite their benefits, legume-based farming systems have not become common practice as they are seen as being less profitable. Related content Pietro (Pete) Iannetta Alison Karley Adrian Newton
Scientists have received funding to investigate the role of zinc and copper on ageing.
âThe James Hutton Institute is globally recognised as a centre of excellence for potato research and James Hutton Limited manages some of the largest, commercially funded, potato breeding programmes in the UK" James Hutton Limited, the James Hutton Instituteâs commercial subsidiary, has welcomed two delegations of European visitors to the Instituteâs Dundee site as part of efforts to share knowledge and ideas with a huge variety of interest groups across the globe. Related content Centre for Research on Potato and other Solanaceous plants Commonwealth Potato Collection More information from
"By working collectively, we can ensure the future prosperity of technical skills in higher education and research" The James Hutton Institute has joined more than 30 universities and research institutions from across the UK in backing a pledge to support their technicians. The Technician Commitment is a sector-wide initiative led by the Science Council and supported by the Gatsby Foundation to help address key challenges facing technical staff working in research. More information from: Bernardo Rodriguez-Salcedo, Media Manager, Tel: +44 (0)1224 395089 (direct line), +44 (0)344 928 5428
World Environment Day, on 5 June 2017, is designated as âthe United Nationsâ most important day for encouraging worldwide awareness and action for the protection of our environmentâ. The theme for 2017 is connecting people to nature, and the UN is urging individuals to do something to take care of the Earth, or become an agent of change. This year, World Environment Day falls at a time when the mood around climate change has changed somewhat, particularly following the decision of President Donald Trump to seek to withdraw the United States of America from the Paris Agreement on climate change
We werenât altogether sure we were in the right conference as the chair announced that: âThe next session is going to involve some role play.â You might have thought that was the cue for a swift exit. And indeed it was, though only temporarily, and only to allow for the opportunity to discuss with some other conference attendees the intricacies of what âTechnology Assessmentâ actually was. This was up for discussion as we were representing SEFARI in Ireland at the 3rd European Technology Assessment Conference at University College Cork. It didnât escape our notice that in our roles with SEFARI
"This is a fantastic success for Morrice and Ann and truly showcases the diversity of potato." The Potato Story, an exhibit without a single decorative bloom on show, has charmed Chelsea Flower Show judges into awarding a gold medal to Scottish potato aficionados Morrice and Ann Innes for the third year running â the only medals for a potato-only display in the showâs illustrious history. Related content Commonwealth Potato Collection More information from: Bernardo Rodriguez-Salcedo, Media Manager, Tel: +44 (0)1224 395089 (direct line), +44 (0)344 928 5428 (switchboard) or +44 (0)7791 193918
"It was particularly timely to contribute to one of the worldâs leading map publishing organisation following on from the 70th anniversary of the Institute being given responsibility for the national mapping of Scotlandâs soils" Research by James Hutton Institute scientists to explore issues associated with land use in Scotland has been featured in the May 2017 issue of National Geographic magazine. The article, titled âWhat Will Become of Scotland Moors?â, discusses the future of Scottish moors amid ongoing debates over class, culture and nature. In the piece, author Cathy Newman speaks to a
âThe Hutton board reflects the broad interests of the research institute in the knowledge we need to combine understanding and perspectives of the environment, agriculture and food if we are to solve the really big issues around sustainable land useâ The James Hutton Institute has announced four new non-executive Board appointments, bringing plant scientist Professor Alyson Tobin, communications expert Elizabeth Wade, conservation specialist Susan Davies and farmer George Lawrie to its Board of Directors. Professor Alyson Tobin is a former Dean of the Faculty of Science at the University of St