Farmers play far more than just a food-producing role—they shape landscapes, cultures, and communities. A new study in 'Agriculture and Human Values' explores how farmers see their future roles in balancing social, economic, and environmental goals. bit.ly/47LQlpT @bartoszbartk.com #farmsky

Last week I attended #EGU25 to share my research in a poster session. Link to the abstract: doi.org/10.5194/egus...

It was a great experience to present my research, listen to fascinating talks, and meet familiar names in person

#bere #betterbarley #biophysics #soil

First sampling event of my field experiment completed!

It has been a very dry growing season so far which is concerning for farmers across the UK. I am intrigued to see how my Bere adapted to these conditions across the different soil types

#betterbarley #biophysics #bere

Life Sciences Skills and Opportunities in NE Scotland🧑‍🔬
A free event that brings together PhD students and postdocs in Life Sciences across NE Scotland!
📆6th May | 9:30 - 4:00 PM | ONE BioHub, Aberdeen
📩 Register: buff.ly/Fo7bKTJ
📝 Agenda: buff.ly/PuWY8Ov

We are delighted to announce Prof Tim George has been appointed as the new Director of @intbarleyhub.bsky.social, starting April 1, 2025.

With 25+ years of expertise in plant & soil science, he'll drive research & industry collaboration at the #IBH.

More: ow.ly/b1uL50VltqI

This #InternationalWomensDay EGU also recognise the way that diversity in science includes many marginalised identities, which often intersect with & compound the barriers to science for women & people across the gender spectrum.

Read more: www.egu.eu/7C8COX/

Last week I had to pleasure of attending and presenting my research at the Barley Away Days hosted by @hutton.ac.uk

Using an accessible high-throughput system, Scottish landrace #bere had a larger zone of soil influence than an elite cultivar at early seedling stage

#betterbarley #landrace #soil

The new look ISRR website is now live www.rootresearch.org. See all the latest information on the society and if not already a member then join us for free.

I have just started as President of the British Society of Soil Science. This is a tremendous organisation with over 900 members, spanning from students to educators, technicians, scientists, professionals and basically anyone with an interest in soils. Read more- soils.org.uk/blog/welcome...

📻 ICYMI: Listen to our researcher Tim George, who joined BBC Radio 4's #FarmingToday, to talk about why robust #barley varieties are crucial for protecting Scotland’s #whisky industry amid climate challenges.

From 03:50 > bit.ly/4g5LDo5

Welcome back to a new term! as we all get to grips with our inboxes, we wanted to share one joyful day we missed over break: Public Domain day!
In the UK (a 'life of the creator +70 years' country'), the works of artists such as Matisse and Frida Kahlo enter the public domain!

See an opportunity to join the team as a PhD student:
www.findaphd.com/phds/project...
@hutton.ac.uk

Apparently, if you’re struggling with aspects of your research you’re on the right track. I find that reassuring #PhD

There is an open discussion in SOIL on an article about plant physiology and global soil carbon research. If you click on this link you can add your views - egusphere.copernicus.org/preprints/20...

Two assigned reviews are already posted, but the more comments the better the discussion.

Looks like I have joined Bluesky... 👋

So here's some 'blue sky' to show you a large part of what I do: #phd on #grasslands ; #plants and #soil #scientist

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❗️The abstract submission and registration for Rhizosphere 6 is now open! 🌾🌿
www.rhizo6.org/home
please join us in Edinburgh next year for what should be an exciting meeting.
@hutton.ac.uk
#rhizosphere6

Happy world soil day! Just about… 🌱 This year’s theme is “Caring for Soils: Measure, Monitor, Manage” which is about using soil data to make the right decisions.

As someone who loves photography, I wanted to share a barley root system forming its own unique soil. Enjoy!

#worldsoilday #soil #barley