"Researchers need to consult practitioners, policy makers, community groups and other stakeholders to identify the most important issues which affect Scotland’s rural areas and small towns" Social scientists of the James Hutton Institute and Scotland's Rural College are seeking people’s views about wellbeing, local issues and quality of life in Scottish communities, in a drive to improve currently-available data and inform policy development and implementation. Jonathan Hopkins, a researcher of the Institute's Social, Economic and Geographical Sciences group in Aberdeen, said: "The size of the
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"There is a clear need for researchers to consult practitioners, policymakers, community groups and several other stakeholders to identify the most important issues and subjects which affect Scotland’s rural areas and small towns" Social scientists of the James Hutton Institute and Scotland's Rural College are seeking people’s views about wellbeing, local issues and quality of life in Scottish communities, in a drive to improve currently-available data and inform policy development and implementation. Jonathan Hopkins, a researcher of the Institute's Social, Economic and Geographical Sciences
There is still a lot of water to flow under the bridge before the scale and shape of future public funding to farmers and other land managers becomes clearer. But with Brexit rapidly approaching – and with each new model of theoretical scenarios suggesting that major changes to current support levels are inevitable – then one major topic of debate revolves around the suggestion that future support for land management will primarily be targeted at the provision of public goods. And although this argument is primarily being made in England at the moment, it is not one we can ignore in Scotland
What food products of animal origin (POAO) flow into and out of Scotland? This was the question posed by Food Standards Scotland as part of my SEFARI fellowship. As an economist, I was aware that this seemingly straightforward question would be both fascinating and challenging. For starters, food supply chains across the European Union are well established and operate across member states to bring us POAO within a fast time period. The first phase entailed finding data on what enters and leaves Scottish ports (i.e. imports and exports): unfortunately, the HMRC data only records non-EU trade
"Food and farming are becoming even more important as Scotland aims to expand its food and drink sector, and this award recognises the people who are managing our farmland and producing food in ways that support nature" John Dalziel, of Common Farm in East Ayrshire, has picked up the Nature of Scotland 2018 Food and Farming Award, sponsored by the James Hutton Institute, for his efforts to integrate wildlife conservation into his successful farming system and his work with partners to restore peatlands, create wetlands and conserve curlews. The award was presented by Professor Colin Campbell
"The City Deal is a huge vote of confidence in Tayside. Both projects we are involved in represent significant investment in the future of this region, in key sectors for the regional and national economy and have the potential to unlock substantial economic benefits" The James Hutton Institute has today welcomed the signing of the heads of terms of the Tay Cities Deal, which is expected to bring a £700 million investment into Tayside and Angus and create 6,000 direct jobs in the area. Included within the funding announcement are the International Barley Hub (IBH) and the Advanced Plant Growth
"The VIBES – Scottish Environment Business Awards are a great chance to recognise business leadership in sustainable environmental investment" The International Barley Hub, an initiative of the James Hutton Institute and the University of Dundee which aims to create a platform for the translation of barley research into commercial benefits for the entire brewing, whisky and food value chain, has won a VIBES – Scottish Environment Business award, in the Adaptation to Climate Change category, together with the Institute's Magic Margins, an innovative solution to soil erosion. Related content
"Lorna and Anne thoroughly deserve these honours which acknowledge their contributions to the Institute and society" Professor Lorna Dawson, lead soil forensic scientist at the James Hutton Institute, advisor to the Scottish Government on strategic research and SEFARI Gateway lead for the environment, has received her CBE honour from HRH Queen Elizabeth II during an investiture ceremony held at Buckingham Palace. First announced in the Birthday Honours list, Professor Dawson’s CBE was bestowed for services to soil and forensic science, covering three decades of managing and conducting research
"Buntata is an excellent example of our group’s ability to develop really creative and useful apps, suited to the practical requirements of scientists, industry, farmers and growers" Hutton Android app Buntata has been featured in the first issue of Global Potato News, a newly launched international business-to-business magazine serving the entire potato industry from farm to fork. Originally unveiled in 2017 and named after the Gaelic word for potato, Buntata allows for easy identification of potato pests and diseases and suggests further resources for growers to consult if they want to