James Hutton Institute

The James Hutton Institute combines strengths in crops, soils and land use and environmental research, and makes a major contribution to the understanding of key global issues, such as food, energy and environmental security.

As an independent research organisation with over 500 staff, The James Hutton Institute’s mission is to be at the forefront of innovative and transformative science for sustainable management of land, crop and natural resources that supports thriving communities.

The organisation’s mission is to conduct excellent science and engage in new ways of working across disciplines, with business, policy and society, that guide contemporary thought and challenge conventional wisdom, ensure trust and deliver the best outcomes for all.

The overall objective is to deliver greater food and environmental security through science connecting land and people.