Welcome to SCRI
SCRI is a Scottish success story. We are the bridge between rural production and urban wellbeing. We have an unrivalled track record of delivering innovative knowledge, products and services that enrich the Scottish and UK economies.
SCRI is active in 30 countries supporting sustainable development and the production of healthy, natural food. Learn more about SCRI.
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DO NOT EDIT BELOW THIS POINTNorth Lily Marie

Marie is one of the Ladies series of North Lilies bred at SCRI. See more in Image Galleries.
Marie is one of the Ladies series of North Lilies bred at SCRI. See more in Image Galleries.
What's New
- SCRI Director among top scientists advising Scottish Government
- Fruit, veg, art and design combine in new exhibition
- Secret sex life of aphids unlocked
SCRI's Director and Chief Executive, Professor Peter Gregory, is among 12 leading scientists who have been appointed to the specialist panel that advises the Scottish Government on science issues.
An exhibition celebrating an unusual fusion of art and science goes on show at the University of Dundee this weekend.
Scottish scientists are a key part of the team that is publishing the completed genome of the pea aphid...one of a family of small, plant-eating insects that do damage to food crops around the world estimated in billions of dollars worldwide.
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SCRI Research
Biodiversity
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Preserving and utilising the variety of the world’s species.
Sustainability
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Designing arable systems for food security and a healthy environment.
Climate Change
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Effective responses to the impacts of environmental change.
Wealthier and Healthier
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Working to improve prosperity and health through better food.






