Plants – food, feed and ornamental use

At SLU, we develop knowledge about the cultivation of plants in arable land and greenhouses – for food, feed, biomaterials, bioenergy and ornamental use. Interested in plant protection, plant breeding, plant nutrients, soil cultivation, buildings, or the history of agriculture and horticulture? Find your way into SLU’s work in this field.

Malin Hultberg, senior lecturer in horticultural science with a focus on food production collaboration, in a portrait photo with a neutral expression. She is wearing round glasses and has short, light hair. The background is a warm-toned brick wall.

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Malin Hultberg is Senior Lecturer in Collaboration in horticultural science with a focus on food production. Contact Malin Hultberg or one of our other plant experts.

Knowledge bank: Plants

  • 2025-06-12

    Sniffing out fruit tree canker

    Diminished crops and lowered fruit quality are some of the effects of Fruit tree canker, the single most destructive disease plaguing Swedish apple orchards.
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Research: Plants

  • 2023-01-01 - 2025-12-31

    Gender equality and climate resilience of West African cacao-dependent households

    The purpose of our research is to assess whether improvements in gender equality conditions support enhanced climate resilience of cacao farming-dependent households.
  • 2023-12-01 - 2026-12-31

    GreenME

    Exploring how nature-based therapies and green care programs can grow to help more adults improve their mental health and wellbeing, while also supporting healthier communities and environments.
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Departments: Plants

Collaborative centers: Plants

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