Grazing cows. Photo.
The study shows that several factors are crucial to coping with crises: reserves of, for example, feed and fuel, functioning backup systems, trained personnel to be able to perform important tasks without external support, and strong local networks. But the results also show that even well-prepared farms can be hit hard by the unpredictability of war. Photo: Juliana Dániel Ferreira

Lessons from war – Ukrainian farmers can strengthen Sweden's food security

Page reviewed:  08/04/2026

How is food production affected when a country is at war? A new study gathers experiences from Ukrainian farmers and veterinarians – knowledge that can provide important insights for Sweden's crisis preparedness.

Read the full article in Swedish (with a link to the scientific publication in English).

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