ADAS is the UK’s largest independent provider of agricultural and environmental consultancy, rural development services, research and development, and policy advice. It has more than 65 years’ experience of delivering national agricultural and environmental consultancy services concerned with two major issues of modern times: securing food supply and enhancing the environment. Acquiring ADAS in 2016 provided RSK with new services in agriculture and horticulture, including expertise in the areas of land management, crop and food production, specialist chemical risk assessment and town planning, and greater depth in environmental consultancy. It also marked a significant and extremely positive step in the development of the RSK and ADAS businesses that offers potential long-term benefits for clients and staff.