Learning and Resources

We see science communication as an opportunity for learning and development

The James Hutton Institute is committed to raising awareness and understanding of science, and crop-based science in particular, to colleges, universities and the general public.

In Learning & Resources you can find resources for schools [1] and details of opportunities for colleges and universities [1] to visit the Institute.

The Living Field [2] is an outreach project that consists of a community garden, study centre and an interactive educational resource for primary-aged children that can be played online or downloaded.

The James Hutton Institute is a LEAF (Linking Environment and Farming) [3] Innovation Centre. LEAF promotes environmentally responsible farming and brings together thousands of individuals and organisations to deliver a shared vision for the future of farming and food.

The Dirt Doctor [4] promotes the importance of the soil in our everyday lives using a host of soil health profile characters like Sandy [5], Rocky [6] and Heather [7].

Play our online Games and Resources [8] and discover more about our interactive Exhibits [9] that are used at events across the country.

Photographs from our extensive archives are showcased in Image Galleries [10].

The Institute also exhibits at events, festivals and shows across the UK. Information about forthcoming events can be found on the Events [11] pages.

Watch leading soil scientists discuss the importance of life in soil in the Life in Soil: Does it matter? [12] page.