Torry beach in Aberdeen after Storm Frank in 2015. (Credit: Marine Scotland) âI am delighted to see the Research Scotland website launched which for the first time provides unrivalled access to a wealth of historical data held by these world class research institutions. I strongly believe that science funded by the Scottish Government is done so on behalf of the Scottish people and therefore it is vital to facilitate access to its outcomesâ AâŻnewâŻwebsite which brings together thousands of research publications, dating back centuries to the present day, has been launched by six Scottish
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This summary report highlights preliminary research exploring food and drink innovation and clustering in Scotlandâs Highlands and Islands and reviews potential opportunities for engagement with partners in the Arctic region. It addresses the Scottish Governmentâs Arctic Policy Framework, which seeks to reinforce and promote Scotlandâs connections with northern countries.
This preliminary research explored food and drink innovation and clustering in Scotlandâs Highlands and Islands and reviewed potential opportunities for engagement with partners in the Arctic region. It addresses the Scottish Governmentâs Arctic Policy Framework, which seeks to reinforce and promote Scotlandâs connections with northern countries.
âThere is untapped potential for urban agriculture to shift food systems in sustainable directions; local producers need to be incentivised to develop horticulture that delivers meaningful local employment, reduces food miles and makes food local again" Researchers at the James Hutton Institute have welcomed the publication of a report on the UKâs National Food Strategy, which calls on the UK Government to commit to a landmark package of reforms to build a better food system for a healthier nation. More information from: Bernardo Rodriguez-Salcedo, Media Manager, James Hutton Institute, Tel:
A new study has found that for many European countries - including the UK - there is not a large enough fish supply to meet the recommended national dietary requirements.
Weâre eager to create a collective resource showing how we enjoy, monitor, research, innovate, manage and conserve our water resources. This is your opportunity to submit a short video as part of a competition. By getting involved we can highlight how Scotland, as a Hydro Nation, is leading the way in water-inspired activities, research, technology and management. The Centre of Expertise for Waters ( CREW) is hosting the WaterWall in Motion project on behalf of Scotlandâs water community in celebration of the Year of Coasts and Waters (#YCW2021). This exciting collaborative opportunity is also
Moredun were asked recently by SACâs Farm Advisory Service if weâd be prepared to do a piece to camera on âParasites and Climate Changeâ for their newly-launched FAS TV YouTube channel. This gave us an excellent opportunity to showcase the work weâve been doing at the Instituteâs farm at Firth Mains.
âThis is a big step forward in understanding the realities of life across Scotland's islands and improving the islandsâ evidence base.â New social research conducted by the James Hutton Institute for the Scottish Governmentâs National Islands Plan paints a mixed picture of life in Scotlandâs islands: while most respondents rate their local environment very highly and a majority indicate that theyâre likely to remain in the islands for the next five years, challenges persist regarding housing, jobs, transport, fuel poverty, and speed and reliability of digital connections. More information from
âThe mainstream view among key stakeholders was that differences between systems â grazing or indoor â donât matter for animal welfare, economic or environmental outcomes, but management is more important.â New research on the attitudes of people working in the UK dairy sector has revealed that many dairy farmers believe cows should graze for part of the year. Findings of the âCows eat grass, donât they?â study, funded by the British Academy and the Centre of Expertise on Animal Disease Outbreaks (EPIC), shine a light on the perspectives of those working in the UK dairy industry, touching upon