Ownership & funding

Rothamsted Research is a grouping of private organisations and is one of seven institutes sponsored by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC). Rothamsted Research is a charity and a company limited by guarantee and occupies land and buildings owned by the Lawes Agricultural Trust. The Rothamsted Research Association is an independent body that facilitates interaction and dialogue between researchers, especially those at Rothamsted, and practitioners in the agri-environment sector

Sources of income as percentages for 2004/05 (total £25.0m) are shown in the figure.

Rothamsted Research's breadth of funding serves the range of activities undertaken by the Institute and contributes to its strength across the spectrum of users and beneficiaries represented by the BBSRC. The financial regimes become more complex as wider funding sources are utilised, partnerships become increasingly multifaceted and intellectual property management receives greater attention. However, we believe that careful attention to diverse opportunities and enthusiasm to engage with new customers ensures that the UK captures value from its investment in a high quality science base.

For more information about some of our sponsors please use the links below

Government/Public Sector

• BBSRC
• Department of the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
• Department for International Development
• Department for Trade and Industry
• NERC (Natural Environment Research Council)

Levy Boards

• Home-Grown Cereals Authority
• Horticulture Development Council
• British Potato Council
• British Beet Research Organisation