Name: Farming the Future: Science in Scottish Agriculture
Start: 2025-05-19T19:30:00
End: 2025-05-19T21:30:00
Location: Clarks on Lindsay Street

This is your chance to explore the science behind Scotland’s agricultural heritage and its future, all while enjoying a pint and engaging with experts shaping the future of our environment. Don’t miss out—secure your tickets now for an evening of science, agriculture, and whisky!

Unveiling the Secrets of Ancestral Potatoes

Ingo Hein (Professor of Plant Sciences, School of Life Sciences)

Discover how these ancient potatoes are shaping the future of modern agriculture! Join us for a talk by Professor Ingo Hein on the fascinating history and science of the potato. He’ll discuss how wild ancestral varieties are helping us breed more resilient modern potatoes, better able to withstand pests and disease. Learn about the pathogens threatening today’s crops and the vital role of Scotland’s seed potato industry.

Barley Genetics & the Scottish Whisky Industry

Kelly Houston (Geneticist in Cell and Molecular Sciences)

How is cutting-edge research in barley genetics boosting Scotland’s world-renowned whisky production?
Barley underpins the UK's premium food and drink export - whisky - but did you know that gladiators were called hordearii or "Barley-eaters" in Latin? This was due to their diet mainly consisting of nutrient-rich barley grain. Today, barley is the fourth most important grain crop in the world and is used for food, animal feed and alcohol. However, the challenges that farmers face due to climate change will disrupt agriculture as we know it. At the James Hutton Institute, we are working on sustainable solutions to future proof barley production.

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