Institute of Biological, Environmental & Rural Sciences

Welcome to IBERS
Institute of Biological, Environmental & Rural Sciences

 

The world has a finite area of land to feed, fuel and clothe a growing population, while at the same time reducing greenhouse gas emissions and safeguarding biodiversity.

With over a hundred years history of working to improve grassland agriculture, our work aims to make farming more productive, beneficial to society and  protective of our environment.

At the institute, we conduct cutting-edge fundamental and applied research that underpins the breeding of new and improved varieties of crops, makes agriculture more sustainable, and enables industry to develop new processes and products.

In the heart of Wales, IBERS unique location and ecosystem of capabilities allows our students and researchers to conduct hands-on research and training in plant genetics, agriculture, ecology, biotechnology, and environmental science. Enabling study of our environment, habitats and food systems from summit to sea and from field to fork.

IBERS core research is focused on making crops more resilient to changes in growing conditions, improving crop quality, safeguarding genetic diversity, capturing carbon, and understanding the wider impacts on agriculture and the environment.

We work closely with industry to tackle global challenges, engage with policymakers and the wider agricultural community to better understand the critical issues, and then work collectively to find solutions and apply our bioscience to help build for a better tomorrow.

Professor Ian Donnison,
IBERS Director