Sustainable on paper – but not in the sea
Fishing pressure in the Northeast Atlantic has declined and stocks are recovering. But a new study warns that current reference levels may be too optimistic.
Northern rivers make female bears hesitate – males swim across
The large rivers that flow through northern Sweden affect how brown bears move through the landscape. When bears reach the riverbank, males and females act differently. This is shown by a study conducted by researchers at SLU.
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News and events
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Fiskbarometern: The status of Sweden’s fish and shellfish stocks
At Fiskbarometern, SLU presents the status and trends of fish and shellfish stocks in Swedish marine and freshwater environments. The assessments for 2025 are now complete. The situation is most concerning in the Baltic Proper, while perch in Lake Vänern are on the rise. -
Northern Swedish rivers cause female bears to hesitate – but males swim across
The large rivers that flow through northern Sweden affect how brown bears move through the landscape. When bears reach the riverbank, males and females act differently. This is shown by a study conducted by researchers at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU). -
Where do the giant cod in the Åland Sea actually come from? New research provides more clues
A new study from SLU shows that the fast growing cod in the Åland Sea probably do not reproduce locally but instead depend on larvae transported there by ocean currents. At the same time, chemical analyses indicate that this stock component may be unique and possibly represent its own population. -
A cause of persistent taste loss after Covid-19 has been discovered
Some people have experienced a loss of taste long after a COVID-19 infection has subsided. Researchers from SLU, Uppsala University and the University of Colorado have shown that this may be due to a disruption in taste cells that would otherwise give rise to experiences of sweet, bitter or umami.
Research
Most recently published projects
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Nutrient supply and grazing behaviour of cattle on semi-natural pastures
Cattle on heterogeneous semi-natural pastures - nutrient supply and the effect of behaviour on nutrient redistribution between vegetation types within the grazing area. -
Spray-induced gene silencing for the control of liverwort in forest nurseries
Liverwort is a common problem in forest nurseries, where it competes with tree seedlings and reduces production efficiency. This project investigates an environmentally sustainable alternative using an RNA-based control strategy called spray-induced gene silencing (SIGS). -
Centre of Excellence in Animal Welfare Science
The Centre of Excellence in Animal Welfare Science is a Swedish interdisciplinary research network aiming to strengthen scientific excellence and improve animal welfare. The centre also organises the Annual Animal Welfare Science Symposium in Uppsala.
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Stop the amount of PFAS in circulation
PFAS are harmful chemicals that are hard to break down and can enter our bodies through drinking water. Since drinking water is essential, SLU researchers are developing methods to purify PFAS and prevent them from reaching our water sources. -
Why Ditches Matter: A Research Perspective
Ditches are a defining feature of many landscapes. Though often overlooked, they play an essential role in water and soil regulation. As climate change accelerates, understanding how ditches function, and how we manage them, has never been more important. -
Assumptions and values influence research on agricultural sustainability
What assumptions, values and knowledge claims shape different scientific approaches to agricultural sustainability? Five researchers have delved into this question within SLU's Interdisciplinary Academy.
Explore statistics, open environmental data and species information
Search for and official statistics, open data and maps from SLU's environmental monitoring and assessment.
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