East Malling Research

east malling research (emr) is a subsidiary of the east malling trust and an independent provider of top-class research, development and consultancy serving the food chain and other sectors of the land-based industry. emr is a company limited by guarantee and a registered charity. the company has a board of directors and is led by a chief executive. emr’s team of scientists integrate their knowledge of breeding and molecular genetics, genomics, pest and disease biology and management, crop and post harvest physiology, agronomy, environmental science, food product development and consumer research, to address current industry issues and deliver innovative solutions particularly applied to: food environment non-food crops & products emr’s portfolio encompasses projects that vary in size and scope. customers include: department for environment, food and rural affairs, commercial companies, eu, retailers, growers, levy bodies and research councils.