Scotland's Rural College: A Pillar in the UK Dairy Industry

Scotland's Rural College plays a significant role in the UK dairy industry by producing influential reports that guide the sector's future. One of its notable contributions is the 'Sustainable Dairy Pathways: The Path to 2030' report, commissioned by The Dairy Roadmap. This report provides strategic directions and sustainable practices for enhancing the UK dairy value chain, with targets set for the year 2030.

Digital Dairy Chain Programme

The college leads the Digital Dairy Chain programme, a five-year initiative funded through UK Research and Innovation’s Strength in Places Fund. This programme, with a budget of £21 million, aims to support innovation, productivity, and growth in the dairy industry across Cumbria and South and West Scotland.

Research and Innovation Facilities

Research was conducted at the Dairy Research and Innovation Centre at Scotland’s Rural College’s Barony Campus in Dumfries. The Dairy Nexus facility provided pilot dairy equipment, analytical laboratories, and expertise in protein fractionation, contributing to advancements in milk protein conversion.