Unearth the future

This week we launch James Hutton Unearthed, a bold new fundraising campaign that digs deep into the challenges shaping our planet’s future.

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The James Hutton Institute – Science connecting land and people

At The James Hutton Institute we respond to the challenges posed by the climate and nature crises through applying our scientific expertise to developing interventions, tools, products and land management practices to improve the resilience of crops, land, natural resources and communities.

Our unique research is tested in labs and at scale on our farms. We combine expertise in both natural and socio-economic sciences to consider the connections between crops, resources and people.

Improving crop resilience and sustainability

Delivering food and plant products, ensuring economic prosperity and wellbeing while safeguarding the environment.

Protecting and enhancing natural capital

Increasing the resilience of ecosystems for multiple benefits.

Connecting land and people

Supporting sustainable and resilient communities through social, economic and technical innovations.

Agricultural robot (agri bot,) in The James Hutton Institute crop field

Our scientific services

The James Hutton Institute offer a range of analytical, commercial research, crop science, consultancy and scientific project services, all underpinned by world-leading science, facilities, resources and intellectual property.

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Latest news from The James Hutton Institute

The James Hutton Institute joins a major national project to digitise Scotland’s biodiversity collections

The James Hutton Institute is set to play a key role in a major international digitisation initiative that will document Scotland’s biodiversity

New study from Hutton and DePaul University reveals unseen benefits of furniture reuse in the circular economy

A new study by The James Hutton Institute and DePaul University in Chicago has confirmed unseen benefits to furniture reuse, which go beyond helping the environment.

New project to strengthen DNA tools for detecting plant pests and diseases

Hutton researchers announce a new research project to develop a clear UK-wide roadmap for using DNA technology to improve the detection and monitoring of harmful plant pests and pathogens.

The James Hutton Institute launches ambitious new Corporate Plan, laying out strategy from 2026 to 2031

The James Hutton Institute has launched a new Corporate Plan, detailing the organisation’s ambitions and strategy from 2026 to 2031.

Roadmap to transform environmental monitoring using DNA technology

Researchers from the Hutton have published a report outlining a national strategy for Scotland to monitor and protect its natural environment.

Farmers urged to prepare for water scarcity in coming years as climate change causes drier weather

Scotland’s farmers and growers are being urged to prepare for water shortages in the coming years as climate change leads to longer and more frequent periods of dry weather.

LOCATE YOUR BUSINESS AT THE HUTTON

Our open science approach means that we have a variety of offices, labs and glasshouses available to rent on a long term-term basis at our sites at Invergowrie, Aberdeen and Glensaugh.

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The James Hutton Institute innovation centres

Advanced Plant Growth Centre

World-leading plant science delivering innovative solutions for food and environmental sustainability.

Glensaugh

Climate-positive farming initiative, tackling the climate and biodiversity crises with transformative farming and technological innovations.

Hydro Nation International Centre

Promoting innovative and transformative research solutions for sustainable water management.

International Barley Hub

A centre of excellence in barley research, innovation and knowledge exchange

International Land Use Study Centre (ILUSC)

An innovation centre focused on making a difference: enabling just transitions in land use.

National Potato Innovation Centre

We are proposing to establish and manage a National Potato Innovation Centre (NPIC)

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The James Hutton Institute joins a major national project to digitise Scotland’s biodiversity collections

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