Research

Kirkton named Beef Shorthorn Cattle Society Focus Farm

Introducing Beef Shorthorn to a suckler herd at Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) has added an essential hardiness to cope with the extreme conditions at its Perthshire-based research farm. A herd of…

SRUC
27/07/2020

Tropical livestock centre publishes ten-year vision

A livestock genetic research organisation involving SRUC has published its ten-year vision to support tropical livestock development and the lives of people who rely on them for food and income.…

SRUC
22/07/2020

Scotland should take the lead from EU initiative

A review of a European Union rural development programme in Scotland has recommended the continuation of a ‘refreshed’ approach post-Brexit.…

SRUC
17/07/2020

New fellowship to grow woodland

The opportunities for woodland creation within one of Scotland’s two national parks will be explored as part of a new fellowship.…

SRUC
16/07/2020

Pony owners needed to rein in laminitis

Horse and pony owners in the north east of Scotland could help provide answers to the causes of the painful condition, pasture-associated laminitis (PAL). A researcher at Scotland’s Rural College…

SRUC
10/07/2020

Eve delivers a grand pitch

A veterinary investigations officer at SRUC has beaten strong competition from around the country to take the £1000 first prize with a virtual pitch.…

SRUC
02/07/2020

Laying waste to food waste

Food waste could be reduced by a review of current food safety regulations and changes in labelling, researchers at Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) have said.…

SRUC
29/06/2020

Taking an alternative approach to crops

Experts are investigating ways to create new foods and related products from alternative crops to maximise the use of locally produced food and drink.…

SRUC
23/06/2020

‘Five a day’ at risk under no-deal Brexit

The UK faces a shortage of fruit and vegetables under a no-deal Brexit scenario unless new markets are found soon, experts at Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) have warned.…