Impressive returns from government investment in Moredun science

A recently published independent economic impact study has shown that for every £1 of funding Moredun Research Institute received from the Scottish Government's Rural and Environment Scientific Research Programme 2005-2010, Moredun's research generated £5 for the Scottish economy. Read more

Published on 27 December 2010 in Food, health and wellbeing

'Win Wins' on Animal Welfare

SAC Welfare Researchers work with Economists to Show Raised Standards Deliver for Livestock, Consumers, and Farmers. Read more

Published on 20 December 2010 in Food, health and wellbeing

Big turnout at Rural Scotland in Focus

More than 100 people attended the recent SAC Rural Scotland in Focus event in Edinburgh which examined how local action can improve health and wellbeing in rural communities. Read more

Published on 16 December 2010 in Food, health and wellbeing

Don't Forget Rural Scotland's Crucial Role, SAC Tells Politicians

As the May 2011 Scottish Parliamentary election approaches, SAC is working to ensure that rural issues are placed high on the agendas of campaigning politicians with the launch of its new publication, Helping a Changing World. Read more

Published on 16 December 2010 in Sustainability and Communities, Climate, water and energy, Ecosystems and biodiversity, Food, health and wellbeing

Oats could hold the key to a healthier Christmas meal

A study carried out by Aberdeen scientists involving more than 200 volunteers has revealed that eating three portions of whole-grain foods, such as wholemeal bread or porridge, every day can lower the risk of developing cardiovascular disease because blood pressure is significantly reduced. Read more

Published on 10 December 2010 in Food, health and wellbeing