Thursday, December 23, 2021
Five climate and disease resilient potato varieties developed by the James Hutton Institute-led Quikgro research project have been approved for release in Malawi. It’s hoped that the new varieties will contribute to economic growth and prosperity along the whole potato supply chain in the region.
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
Researchers at the James Hutton Institute and James Hutton Limited are exploring ways to reduce the losses caused by potato cyst nematodes (PCN) in commercial potato production.
Monday, December 20, 2021
Will there be turkeys for Christmas? In spite of some likely strains due to Brexit, labour shortages and the disruptions of COVID-19, the answer is a fairly safe yes. Yet this is perhaps surprising, writes Hutton scientist Mike Rivington, describing the results of research on the impact of COVID-19 in our food supply chains.
Friday, December 17, 2021
Soil seed banks are a hidden stock for plant diversity and are critical for the recovery of disturbed ecosystems. A new study co-authored by Hutton scientist Prof Robin Pakeman (Ecological Sciences) has brought together research on the density and diversity of seed banks to understand global patterns.
Tuesday, December 07, 2021
COP26 highlighted more than ever that we must reduce our greenhouse gas emissions and become more sustainable before it’s too late, and soil is a key component in this battle, write Hutton scientists Ken Loades, Roy Neilson, Tracy Valentine and Nikki Baggaley to mark World Soil Day.
Thursday, December 02, 2021
A report by a multi-stakeholder working group of the European Technology Platform ‘Plants for the Future’, featuring contributions from James Hutton Institute scientists, has identified three principles that will help transition towards more environmentally and socio-economically sustainable agricultural systems.
Wednesday, November 24, 2021
New research published by the James Hutton Institute has found that the shift to virtual meetings and events due to the Covid-19 pandemic improved accessibility to knowledge exchange, networking, and organisations for women working on farms and in agricultural careers across Scotland.
Tuesday, November 23, 2021
The 2021 ISRR Dundee Root Medal Lecture and Workshop on Below Ground Interaction between Plants took place on the 17th November 2021. This is an annual event for scientists interested in root research and the plant/soil interface.
Monday, November 22, 2021
Diversification of crop systems provides great opportunities to make food production more sustainable and resilient but also faces challenges along the whole value chain. Join a session on intercropping at the World Biodiversity Forum to learn more.
Friday, November 19, 2021
Diseases affecting different UK tree species have been shown to have a multiplying effect on the loss of associated biodiversity, new research by James Hutton Institute scientists and partners in the UK and Portugal has found.
