Scottish Society for Crop Research (SSCR)

The Scottish Society for Crop Research (SSCR) is a long-established, non-profit membership organisation dedicated to fostering collaboration between crop researchers and the agricultural industry. Formed in 1981 through the merger of two historic research bodies, SSCR plays a vital role in promoting innovation, knowledge exchange, and practical application of research across key crop sectors in Scotland and beyond. 

Working closely with the James Hutton Institute, SSCR serves as a bridge between scientific research and the wider farming community. It operates through specialised crop sub-committees—covering potatoes, soft fruit, and combinable crops—that organise events, support early-stage research, and deliver insight-driven engagement with growers, processors, policymakers, and supply chain partners.

Through regular field events such as Potatoes in Practice, SSCR enables its members to stay at the forefront of agronomic advancements, new crop varieties, and sustainable practices. The organisation is managed by a volunteer committee and continues to champion the exchange of practical, science-based solutions to support the long-term resilience and profitability of the UK’s crop sectors.