Topsoil organic matter comparison tool developed climate X change September 30, 2020 A tool to allow land managers to compare the organic matter content of their topsoil with typical values for Scotland is now available Read More
Digital soil maps of Scotland now expanded to include Orkney James Hutton Institute September 18, 2020 Orkney and the area south east of Inverness now included in the Soil map of Scotland (partial cover) Read More
Measuring the vulnerability of Scottish soils to a changing climate - report published ClimateXChange September 17, 2020 How can we measure the vulnerability of our soils to climate change? Read More
Mapping net change in carbon from tree planting in Scotland James Hutton Institute August 13, 2020 New method developed to quantify the carbon storage potential of tree planting in Scotland. Read More
The cost of peatland restoration in Scotland: a case study @SEFARIscot August 13, 2020 It is crucial to understand the costs and benefits of peatland restoration to help inform policy decisions aimed at mitigating climate change Read More
Soil erosion in Scotland estimated to cost almost £50 million a year Scottish Government June 22, 2020 A study published today estimates that the total annual costs of soil erosion in Scotland varies between £31 million and £50 million Read More