Dunboyne, Ireland
March 10, 2016
An aerial view of Rothamsted Research, North Wyke farm platform, where world-leading research to address key questions relating to silage health and feed quality is carried out. Alltech Crop Science, a division of Alltech, is partnering with Rothamsted Research for a strategic alliance in the field of agricultural research.
Alltech Crop Science, a division of Alltech, is partnering with Rothamsted Research for a strategic alliance in the field of agricultural research. One of the oldest agricultural research institutes in the world, Rothamsted has provided cutting-edge science and innovation for more than 170 years. This strategic alliance will facilitate industry-relevant research into sustainable arable and livestock systems with the critical value of improving homegrown feed. The alliance will develop leading research opportunities to investigate on-farm applications to improve soil, crop, feed and livestock health.
“Alltech Crop Science is eager to identify the challenges of the future,” said Robert Walker, general manager, Alltech Crop Science. “By forming strategic alliances with world-class institutes, such as Rothamsted Research, we are provided with a better understanding of the needs and wants of today’s crop.”
“The facility at Rothamsted Research, North Wyke, provides world-leading research to address key questions relating to silage health and feed quality,” said Michael Lee, head of site and professor at North Wyke Farm Platform. “I very much look forward to developing this relationship with Alltech.”
“Alltech’s interests in the arable sector are increasing, and this fits extremely well with our expertise and facilities at Rothamsted Research’s center in Harpenden, and will enhance our joint ambitions in sustainably increasing soil health, crop yields and food quality,” said Steve McGrath, head of the sustainable soils and grassland systems department at Rothamsted Research.
Continuing to advance its research in microbiology, bio-chemistry and nutrigenomics, Alltech Crop Science aims to seamlessly bridge the gap between science and sustainability. The research alliance with Rothamsted, who have expertise in agronomy and agro-ecology, will allow for new scientific knowledge based on research to be implemented through agricultural practice.
Alltech Crop Science continues to invest in its research program. A new state-of-the-art facility is due to open this year at the European headquarters in Ireland. The primary purpose for the new building will be to provide a dedicated facility to carry out a modern crop research program. In addition, four postgraduate students will focus on the areas of abiotic stress, silage quality and gene association, with two additional Ph.D. posts pending.
About Rothamsted Research:
We are the longest running agricultural research station in the world, providing cutting-edge science and innovation for nearly 170 years. Our mission is to deliver the knowledge and new practices to increase crop productivity and quality and to develop environmentally sustainable solutions for food and energy production. Our strength lies in the integrated, multidisciplinary approach to research in plant, insect and soil science. Rothamsted Research is strategically funded by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC). In 2014-2015 Rothamsted Researched received a total of £35.5M from the BBSRC.
About Alltech Crop Science:
Alltech Crop Science is a subsidiary of Alltech, providing natural-based products and solutions to agronomic and horticultural challenges facing producers worldwide. Since 1994, our philosophy has been to manufacture proven, traceable products that enhance crop production. With more than 4,700 employees and a presence in more than 120 countries, Alltech has developed a strong regional presence in Europe, North America, Latin America, the Middle-East, Africa and Asia. For further information, visit www.alltechcropscience.com. For media assets, visit www.alltech.com/news.
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