Harvesting Swedish sweet potatoes in search of future varieties
Purple, red, orange, yellow, and white. Plump, thin, long, smooth, and crooked. The trial cultivation of new sweet potato varieties adapted to the Swedish climate is now being harvested.
How does it feel to arrive in Sweden as a new international student?
In her first blog post, Anam – SLU Student Ambassador – describes her arrival in Uppsala and gives valuable insights for international students starting their journey in Sweden.
Consumers are positive about new varieties of crops
Most Swedish consumers view new crops developed through crossbreeding positively, according to a new survey conducted by researchers at SLU.
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Researchers' call: Consider the risk of animal-borne diseases in ecosystem restoration
Disturbances in the habitats of wild animals increase the risk for outbreaks of animal-borne diseases. However, even when habitats are restored, there are risks that should be taken into account. This according to a study led by researchers at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU). -
Agri4D 2025 sparks global dialogue on regenerative food systems
After several years online, the Agri4D conference 2025 returned in person to SLU’s Ultuna campus last week, bringing together researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to build bridges for more sustainable food systems. -
From Looks to DNA: How Arctic Charr Evolve Within a Single Lake
Arctic charr can look and behave very differently within the same lake, but are they also genetically different? This study seeks to answer that question while offering a new perspective on our understanding of how evolution works. -
Harvesting Swedish sweet potatoes in search of the varieties of the future
In long rows lie root vegetables in a remarkably wide range of colours and shapes: purple, red, orange, yellow, and white. Plump, thin, long, smooth, and crooked. The trial cultivation of new sweet potato varieties adapted to the Swedish climate is now being harvested.
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Most recently published projects
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RETURN -- Restoring Environments in Ukraine - Capacity building and knowledge exchange on environmental assessment and restoration
Capacity building and knowledge exchange with respect to enviromental restoration of ecosystems that have sustained damage due to the war in Ukraine. -
Learning from forest fires - Analysing unequal impacts, well-being and local knowledge and action
An analysis of how forest fires unequally shape the well-being of local communities in three cases in Sweden, Spain and Chile. -
Exploring Governance Regimes through Agricultural Land Grabbing Dynamics
This three-year project investigated to what extent agricultural land grabbing processes affecting rural areas are inserted in broader governance struggles over power relations and identities.
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What lies hidden beneath the surface?
Recent advances in biosensor technology offer new opportunities to monitor fish welfare in aquaculture. However, before new biosensors can be put to use, their suitability and potential applications must be carefully evaluated. -
How to talk when truth is contested – three strategies for collaborative policy making
Facilitators of collaborative policy making on sustainability issues often face heated debates and conflicting truths. They are on the front lines when facts are contested and emotions run high. A study explores their experiences and presents strategies for navigating post-truth situations. -
How medicine residues in water affect young salmon
Imagine you are a young salmon making a long and dangerous journey from the river to the sea.
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