Berry good news: disease-resistant soft fruit is on the way
Support from the underpinning science at the James Hutton Institute makes our raspberry breeding programme distinct from other programmes, since it is the first to fully integrate molecular technology...
View ArticleBlueberry boost for British business
"British growers are harvesting their fresh blueberries right now so I’d urge shoppers to give them a try to taste the difference. As the popularity of blueberries with shoppers continues to grow...
View ArticleFruit for the Future 2014
Industry event 17 July 2014, 1.15-6.30pm: Free Start date (computer format) Thu, 2014-07-17 at the James Hutton Institute, Invergowrie, Dundee DD2 5DA for farmers, agronomists, food and drink...
View ArticleSoft fruit growers ‘must remain vigilant’ about SWD
Although no specimens of D. suzukii were detected at any of the Scottish field sites being monitored, soft fruit growers are encouraged to remain vigilant. Even if Spotted Wing Drosophila (SWD,...
View ArticleWe need your blaeberry sightings
"Blaeberries have great potential...they have thrived naturally in the wild for generations and have all the health benefits of high bush berries. Scientists at the James Hutton Institute are asking...
View ArticleDundee Flower and Food Festival 2014
Public event 5-7 September 2014: £12 (show entry) Start date (computer format) Fri, 2014-09-05 at Camperdown Park, Dundee DD2 4TF for the general public The James Hutton Institute is once again...
View ArticleRubus and Ribes Germplasm Collections
The James Hutton Institute is the sole UK establishment with the expertise and facilities to produce pathogen tested Rubus and Ribes nuclear stock to enter the UK Plant Health Certification Scheme....
View ArticleFruit for the Future 2015
Industry event 16 July 2015, 1.00-5.30pm, Free Start date (computer format) Thu, 2015-07-16 at the James Hutton Institute, Invergowrie, Dundee DD2 5DA for farmers, agronomists, food and drink...
View Article£1.3 million in new research could mean a sweeter deal for Scottish berry...
“This research is essential for the sustainability and commercial success of the Scottish and UK berry industry. British berry lovers could get their favourite fruits all year round thanks to three...
View ArticleOur work in the media: blueberries and oats
"As less than 10% of UK blueberry consumption is home grown, and with the massive increase in demand, breeding varieties suited to our weather is a tremendous opportunity. The science of the James...
View ArticleFruit for the Future 2016
Industry event 14 July 2016, 4.00pm to 6.30pm, Free Start date (computer format) Thu, 2016-07-14 at the James Hutton Institute, Invergowrie, Dundee DD2 5DA for farmers, agronomists, food and drink...
View ArticleBerries – beneficial in more ways than one
"This story on a distressing condition, and its reduction of incidence risk, are something that can be delivered on in our breeding programmes as we are targeting high flavonoid content, as well as...
View ArticleGreat Scottish produce from great Scottish science: berries
"Our researchers are hard at work assessing many different blueberry varieties to find plants that grow well and have desirable traits, to then use them as parents in a breeding programme. Related...
View ArticleSSCR Soft Fruit Winter Meeting 16 February 2017
Industry event 16 February 2017, 11am to 4pm: Free or £15* Start date (computer format) Thu, 2017-02-16 at James Hutton Institute, Invergowrie, DD2 5DA for SSCR Members, the soft fruit industry and...
View ArticleResearch aims to boost Scottish blueberry production
Traditionally blueberries are imported to Scotland but this innovative research we are funding is using new technology to develop plants that are more suitable for the Scottish soil and climate as...
View ArticleFruit for the Future 2017
Industry event 13 July 2017, 4pm to 7pm, Free Start date (computer format) Thu, 2017-07-13 at the James Hutton Institute, Invergowrie, Dundee DD2 5DA for farmers, agronomists, food and drink...
View ArticleJames Hutton Limited to highlight Glen Dee raspberry at Fruit Logistica
“Scottish raspberries and seed potatoes are known throughout the world for their excellent quality and we are hopeful of developing new markets, especially for our new raspberry variety Glen Dee.”...
View ArticleBerries may be beneficial for diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity
"As conditions such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease result in increased pressures over our health services, the Society is glad to present the latest research on the health benefits of soft...
View ArticleHutton soft fruit innovation in focus at Global Berry Congress
"It was a real honour to be invited to speak to delegates interested in discussing the biggest issues in the berry business" Innovative soft fruit research taking place at the James Hutton Institute,...
View ArticleBlueberry growers advised to remain alert about recently-detected pest
"The aphid is a known vector of Blueberry scorch virus, meaning it can transmit the virus from one plant to another, and although at present there is no record of detection of the virus in Scotland...
View ArticleBlueberry breeding consortium launched in Dundee
"It is very exciting to get the ball rolling with what is sure to be a fruitful project for all concerned." A Blueberry Breeding Consortium including members from three European countries held its...
View ArticleTasty and healthy: add soft fruit to your Christmas table
“These compounds have shown strong potential to protect your precious neurons against neurodegenerative conditions and degenerative disease such as oxidative stress, glutamate excitotoxicity and...
View ArticleFruit for the Future 2018
Industry event 19 July 2018, 3pm to 6.35pm, Free Start date (computer format) Thu, 2018-07-19 at the James Hutton Institute, Invergowrie, Dundee DD2 5DA for farmers, agronomists, food and drink...
View ArticleBacHBERRY: soft fruit’s medical potential under the microscope
"The research has been performed in an interdisciplinary environment with plant science, chemistry and industrial biotechnology working shoulder to shoulder with social and economic researchers and...
View ArticleNew demonstration facility in focus at Fruit for the Future 2018
"The tunnels will showcase all the varieties to the best standards of a commercial system so visitors can view the plants as they would be in the real world" The James Hutton Institute will showcase...
View ArticleWarmer winters threaten UK blackcurrant farming
blackcurrant “Blackcurrants are like the canary in the mine. If we can understand what they need in a changing climate, we can apply our knowledge to similar crops like blueberries, cherries, apples...
View ArticleNew plant breeder rights partnership between James Hutton Limited and IPRIS
“We are delighted to be working with IPRIS and combining our expertise to enable us to offer a comprehensive range of services to our clients” The James Hutton Institute's commercial subsidiary, James...
View ArticleSoft fruit growers told about Brexit impact and opportunities
“Brexit will have a very profound impact on Scottish agriculture, in terms of trade, labour supply and future support policy. However, change is required anyway, and Brexit should be the catalyst for...
View ArticleOpen Farm Sunday 2019
Public event 9 June 2019, 11am - 4 pm, Free Start date (computer format) Sun, 2019-06-09 at the James Hutton Institute, Mylnefield Farm, Invergowrie, Dundee DD2 5DA for the general public and...
View ArticleFruit for the Future 2019
Industry event 25 July 2019, 3pm to 6.30pm, Free Start date (computer format) Thu, 2019-07-25 at the James Hutton Institute, Invergowrie, Dundee DD2 5DA for farmers, agronomists, food and drink...
View ArticleFruit for the Future 2020: all-new and virtual format
“We are delighted to present a new format for Fruit for the Future, which we hope will make it possible for even more people to engage with the latest research and development on soft fruit, and that...
View ArticleFruit for the Future 2020: programme announced
“This year the event will feature a week’s worth of online updates from each of the soft fruit breeding programmes: raspberries, blueberries, blackcurrants, blackberries and the all-new honeyberries”...
View ArticleBreedingValue: Developing new breeding strategies for resilient and highly...
"We are delighted to be part of the BreedingValue project consortium. Consumer tastes are changing and production costs are increasing so growers need varieties that are productive, have low picking...
View ArticleWorshipful Company of Fruiterers’ Matthew Mack Award presented to Dr Rex Brennan
"His work is outstanding and underpins our reputation for soft fruit breeding. Rex has also made enormous contributions to mentoring the next generation of Hutton soft fruit breeders and plant...
View ArticleBerry latest research on show at Fruit for the Future 2021
After a virtual stint last year, the event is returning to its usual format of in-person fruit walks at the Hutton site in Invergowrie. Join scientists at the James Hutton Institute in Dundee on...
View ArticleFruit for the Future 2021
Industry event 15 July 2021, 3pm to 6.30pm, Free Start date (computer format) Thu, 2021-07-15 at the James Hutton Institute, Invergowrie, Dundee DD2 5DA for farmers, agronomists, food and drink...
View ArticleSoft Fruit Genetic Improvement Network: have your say
"It is hoped that a Soft Fruit GIN will enable a co-ordinated research approach to pre-breeding genetics of key traits and new breeding tools in a range of soft fruit crops" Genetic Improvement...
View ArticleFruit for the Future 2022
Industry event 21 July 2022, 3pm to 6.30pm, Free Start date (computer format) Thu, 2022-07-21 at the James Hutton Institute, Invergowrie, Dundee DD2 5DA for farmers, agronomists, food and drink...
View ArticleLatest developments in berry research on show at Fruit for the Future 2022
Fruit for the Future is one of the James Hutton Institute’s most successful and long-running industry events and is aimed at farmers, agronomists, representatives of the food and drink industries,...
View ArticleFruit for the Future 2023
Industry event Thursday 27th July, Free Start date (computer format) Thu, 2023-07-27 at the James Hutton Institute, Invergowrie, Dundee DD2 5DA for farmers, agronomists, food and drink industries and...
View ArticleHutton collaborates with Scottish Society for Crop Research to pave the way...
“Scotland is synonymous with soft fruit with our rolling landscapes, fertile soils and relatively cool climate which is perfect for developing high quality crops. Although consumers consistently rank...
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