Scotland's Rural College (SRUC)

Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) was created in 2012 from the merger of the Scottish Agricultural College (SAC) with Barony, Elmwood and Oatridge College.

Scotland's Rural College is a higher education and research organisation in the United Kingdom with a range of research activities related to potato cultivation for potato growers.

Their mission is creating and mobilising knowledge and talent. Partnering locally and globally to benefit Scotland’s natural economy. Education, research, and consultancy (through SAC Consulting) at SRUC grows the natural economy.

By focussing on the sustainable natural economy, SRUC will strive to lead the way in delivering economic, social and environmental benefits for all, in Scotland, and beyond.

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Seed potato body to rise from ashes of AHDB
三月 29, 2022

Seed potato body to rise from ashes of AHDB

A meeting of Scottish seed potato growers in Forfar this week has agreed to set up a co-op to represent the sector. The new body, which is as yet unnamed, aims to deliver four outcomes for the seed potato sector
James Hutton Institute outlines plans for a 'Potato Innovation Hub' at Potatoes in Practice 2021
八月 24, 2021

James Hutton Institute outlines plans for a 'Potato Innovation Hub' at Potatoes in Practice 2021

Recent advances in breeding technologies can be harnessed to fast track the breeding of new varieties. Sensors and drone technologies are driving integrated pest management solutions.
GBP 2.2 Million new funding to safeguard Scotland's potato and bulb industries
八月 23, 2021

GBP 2.2 Million new funding to safeguard Scotland's potato industry from Potato Cyst Nematodes (PCN)

After the Plant Health Centre led a working Group to identify a clear strategy for dealing with the Potato Cyst Nematode (PCN) crisis, a report was delivered to the Scottish Government.
Scottish potato hub to tackle industry challenges
六月 27, 2019

Scottish potato hub to tackle industry challenges

The seeds have been sown for the creation of a world-leading potato hub in Scotland, designed to give those working in the £200 million-plus industry instant access to expert advice.