https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/organisation/future-platforms/slu-future-one-health/news/ SLU participates in SustainGov, an innovation program within Impact Innovation, Sweden's innovation initiative for the 2030. In March, SustainGov has now opened a new call and encourages more applications in the area of sustainable food production. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/03/sustaingov-call/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/03/sustaingov-call/ Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:25:21 +0200 Science and tourism in Svalbard are often seen as two separate worlds. However, they have developed together and continue to be closely interconnected. This is shown by researchers at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU). https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/04/tata-band-mellan-turism-och-forskning-pa-svalbard/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/04/tata-band-mellan-turism-och-forskning-pa-svalbard/ Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:26:23 +0200 Cocaine pollution alters the behaviour and movement patterns of juvenile Atlantic salmon in a large lake. Exposed fish swam up to 1.9 times further per week and travelled up to 12.3 kilometres further across the lake, according to a new study from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/04/cocaine-pollution-alters-salmon-movement-in-the-wild/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/04/cocaine-pollution-alters-salmon-movement-in-the-wild/ Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:06:41 +0200 It is easy to think that tree species, age, and lushness determine how we experience a forest. But more important than the forest’s composition is its accessibility. This is shown in a new study from SLU. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/04/new-study-shows-what-swedes-consider-most-important-about-their-forests/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/04/new-study-shows-what-swedes-consider-most-important-about-their-forests/ Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:20:30 +0200 Sweden’s new urban development strategy highlights robust cities as one of three key directions. During the latest webinar in the series Urban landscapes webinar-series, participants discussed how cities can address both current and future challenges. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/03/how-do-we-create-robust-cities/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/03/how-do-we-create-robust-cities/ Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:23:15 +0200 Adam Felton studies how species respond to different forest management approaches, and the societal trade-offs involved. As newly appointed professor of conservation ecology at SLU, he aims to further develop this research. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/04/adam_felton_new_professor_in_forest_ecology/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/04/adam_felton_new_professor_in_forest_ecology/ Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:40:13 +0200 Do wild honey bee colonies still exist in Sweden and Europe? And if so, how do they manage to survive alongside the dreaded Varroa mite? These are questions that researchers at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) aim to answer – with the help of citizen scientists and beekeepers. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/03/help-SLU-find-wild-honey-bee-colonies-this-summer/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/03/help-SLU-find-wild-honey-bee-colonies-this-summer/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:53:12 +0200 When crisis strikes, large-scale food supply systems do not always hold. Experiences from Ukraine demonstrate how quickly distribution can break down. A new research project is now being launched to examine how local solutions can strengthen preparedness. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/04/the-war-in-ukraine-shows-that-short-food-supply-chains-secure-food-in-times-of-crisis/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/04/the-war-in-ukraine-shows-that-short-food-supply-chains-secure-food-in-times-of-crisis/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:30:33 +0200 Beavers can be a troublesome neighbour, but they play a vital role in nature. A film from SLU and the Swedish Forest Agency now offers us unique insights into the life of the beaver. The film presents a smorgasbord from the latest research to the role a royal hat played in the beavers' extinction. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/04/new-film-will-raise-awareness-about-beavers-our-key-nature-conservationist/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/04/new-film-will-raise-awareness-about-beavers-our-key-nature-conservationist/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:00:24 +0200 CRISPR/Cas9 is the most widely used gene-editing tool and enables highly precise modifications of DNA. In plant breeding, it is used to improve important traits such as disease resistance, drought tolerance, and nutritional value. Researcher Matías González works with new genomic techniques. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/03/Gene-editing-in-plant-breeding/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/03/Gene-editing-in-plant-breeding/ Fri, 27 Mar 2026 19:42:05 +0200 An era comes to an end as more bacteria develop resistance to antibiotics and the certainty that we can cure diseases slowly fades. The “silent pandemic” is sweeping the globe, and the solution now depends on us rethinking our approach together—for the sake of people, animals, and nature as one. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/03/circle-of-life---all-together-through-the-silent-pandemic/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/03/circle-of-life---all-together-through-the-silent-pandemic/ Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:23:54 +0200 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. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/03/orsak-till-kvarstaende-smakbortfall-efter-covid-19-har-upptackts/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/03/orsak-till-kvarstaende-smakbortfall-efter-covid-19-har-upptackts/ Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:18:37 +0200 A new international study has reviewed two decades of urban experiments and summarized ten lessons that can help cities become more sustainable. Kes McCormick from SLU is one of the researchers behind the work. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/03/sa-kan-stader-bli-mer-hallbara--forskningen-sammanfattad-i-tio-lardomar/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/03/sa-kan-stader-bli-mer-hallbara--forskningen-sammanfattad-i-tio-lardomar/ Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:24:15 +0200 Crop rotations with a broad set of crops can produce more calories and nutrients than growing only cereals year after year. This result of an international study led by the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) challenges the common argument that diverse crop rotations produce less food. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/03/crop-rotation-and-food-security/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/03/crop-rotation-and-food-security/ Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:56:26 +0200 Sweden faces a unique opportunity to environmentally adapt hydropower and restore important environments in our aquatic ecosystems. However, success will require a holistic approach and systematic monitoring, according to two new studies from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU). https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/02/miljoanpassningen-av-vattenkraften-kraver-helhetstank-och-systematisk-uppfoljning/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/02/miljoanpassningen-av-vattenkraften-kraver-helhetstank-och-systematisk-uppfoljning/ Wed, 18 Feb 2026 08:00:10 +0200 Have you ever considered that food waste disposed incorrectly later in the trash chain can attract wild animals – and contribute to the spread of deadly diseases? This is believed to have happened when African swine fever was suddenly discovered in Sweden. How can we prevent history from repeating? https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/02/when-waste-becomes-a-carrier-of-disease-finding-solutions-to-protect-swedens-pigs-and-food-production/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/02/when-waste-becomes-a-carrier-of-disease-finding-solutions-to-protect-swedens-pigs-and-food-production/ Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:43:12 +0200 What does “sustainable agriculture” actually mean, and why do scientists disagree about it? https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/02/the-values-beneath-the-science/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/02/the-values-beneath-the-science/ Tue, 03 Feb 2026 20:55:51 +0200 The forest is vital for the local population in Madagascar. A new study shows how culture and traditions govern which tree species are preferred in everyday life. The study provides knowledge that is needed to support the population and reduce pressure on the forest. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/01/traditions-determine-which-tree-species-are-used-in-madagascar--challenged-as-the-rainforest-shrinks/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/01/traditions-determine-which-tree-species-are-used-in-madagascar--challenged-as-the-rainforest-shrinks/ Tue, 03 Feb 2026 09:22:27 +0200 Not all flowers deliver the same benefits. A new study from SLU shows that choosing the right plant species for flower strips can simultaneously support pollinators, natural enemies to pests, and soil life – while poor choices may have the opposite effect. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/01/the-right-flower-can-attract-more-beneficial-organisms--above-and-below-ground/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/01/the-right-flower-can-attract-more-beneficial-organisms--above-and-below-ground/ Thu, 29 Jan 2026 08:34:38 +0200 Despite widespread calls for interdisciplinarity, biodiversity research still struggles to integrate social and natural sciences. A new article offers practical advice for moving from ambition to action. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/01/a-practical-guide-to-interdisciplinary-biodiversity-research/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/01/a-practical-guide-to-interdisciplinary-biodiversity-research/ Tue, 20 Jan 2026 15:16:24 +0200 As of the turn of the year, SLU Movium Think Tank and SLU Urban Futures appointed a joint head of operations, with the aim of gradually integrating the two units and bringing them closer to the core activities of the organisation. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/01/movium-and-slu-urban-futures-appoint-a-joint-head-of-operations/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/01/movium-and-slu-urban-futures-appoint-a-joint-head-of-operations/ Tue, 20 Jan 2026 09:42:04 +0200 The Interdisciplinary Academy (IDA) is a programme where SLU researchers are offered the opportunity to collaborate across disciplinary boundaries on complex issues in the broad field of sustainable transition. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/01/call-for-ida/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/01/call-for-ida/ Mon, 19 Jan 2026 13:07:50 +0200 A new tiny shrew has been discovered in Ethiopia. The new species weighs 3 grams and is described in a study co-authored by a researcher at Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU). The story behind the discovery spans a decade and includes the unexpected passing of a researcher. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/01/new-species-discovered-one-of-the-worlds-smallest-mammals/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/01/new-species-discovered-one-of-the-worlds-smallest-mammals/ Thu, 08 Jan 2026 09:02:23 +0200 He placed the science of agroecology at the heart of the climate negotiations. SLU researcher Marcos Lana gave two presentations at COP30 in Brazil. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/12/slu-researcher-marcos-lana-shared-expertise-at-cop30/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/12/slu-researcher-marcos-lana-shared-expertise-at-cop30/ Thu, 18 Dec 2025 09:00:23 +0200 "Moose and people during 8000 years in Sweden" is a popular science book about the king of the forest. The authors are researchers at SLU. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/12/new-book-about-moose-and-humans/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/12/new-book-about-moose-and-humans/ Mon, 15 Dec 2025 16:06:26 +0200 Three researchers at SLU have been awarded grants within the Wallenberg Foundations’ initiative in humanities and social science forest research. The projects will generate new knowledge on forest restoration, forest owners’ decisions and the role of forest history in future forest management. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/12/three-slu-researchers-receive-wallenberg-funding-for-research-on-the-future-of-forests/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/12/three-slu-researchers-receive-wallenberg-funding-for-research-on-the-future-of-forests/ Mon, 15 Dec 2025 10:03:32 +0200 Over the years, cats have gone from “anonymous” barn animals to beloved family members. Today, they are our most common pets and—like humans—cats are living longer than ever. Knowledge about age-related diseases is therefore increasingly important, not only for a long life, but a good one. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/12/on-the-road-to-a-better-life-for-cats--where-is-todays-osteoarthritis-research-heading/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/12/on-the-road-to-a-better-life-for-cats--where-is-todays-osteoarthritis-research-heading/ Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:31:50 +0200 Most of the antibiotics and antiviral drugs we use have changed when they leave the body. Many of these breakdown products can remain in aquatic environments for a long time with preserved biological activity and risk spreading antibiotic resistance, according to a new dissertation from SLU. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/12/antibiotics-in-surface-waters-breakdown-products-can-also-be-problematic/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/12/antibiotics-in-surface-waters-breakdown-products-can-also-be-problematic/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 10:44:31 +0200 When Ukrainians rebuild their lives after liberation from Russian occupation, some restoration efforts matter more than others. By visiting villages, SLU researchers found that actions such as restoring gardens and demining forest are crucial for people’s well-being – yet they are often overlooked. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/12/hidden-needs-in-ukraines-post-war-recovery/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/12/hidden-needs-in-ukraines-post-war-recovery/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 07:52:45 +0200 What can past climate extremes teach us about resilience? Researchers at SLU’s Interdisciplinary Academy (IDA) are studying long-term data on climate, farming, soils, and society to uncover patterns that could help us adapt to future challenges. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/12/tracking-climate-shocks-to-build-future-resilience/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/12/tracking-climate-shocks-to-build-future-resilience/ Wed, 10 Dec 2025 15:26:44 +0200 Sweden’s energy demand could double by 2035, according to forecasts from the Swedish Energy Agency. As fossil sources are replaced by renewables, energy previously extracted underground must now be produced above ground – a transition to leave visible marks on the landscape. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/12/todays-energy-choices-redraw-the-landscape-of-the-future/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/12/todays-energy-choices-redraw-the-landscape-of-the-future/ Mon, 08 Dec 2025 13:15:03 +0200 A forthcoming scientific article – developed with seed funding from SLU Urban Futures to strengthen interdisciplinary writing, communication, and capacity-building across SLU – examines how artistic perspectives are reshaping Stockholm’s waterscapes. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/12/artistic-approaches-offer-new-ways-to-understand-stockholms-waterscapes/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/12/artistic-approaches-offer-new-ways-to-understand-stockholms-waterscapes/ Mon, 08 Dec 2025 09:44:43 +0200 Animals that accompanied long sea voyages in the past offered far more than food – they provided comfort and helped create routines for sailors. Insects could play a similar role on future space missions. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/12/Insects-could-provide-comfort-for-future-space-travellers/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/12/Insects-could-provide-comfort-for-future-space-travellers/ Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:02:39 +0200 Conservation agriculture is a system where the aim is to disturb the soil as little as possible. It involves sowing directly into the residues from the previous crop without tillage. Now researchers are warning that the benefits that are sought may be jeopardized by the use of heavy machinery. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/heavy-machinery-jeopardises-the-promises-of-conservation-agriculture/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/heavy-machinery-jeopardises-the-promises-of-conservation-agriculture/ Thu, 27 Nov 2025 10:51:43 +0200 Under solemn and celebratory circumstances, the newly established Award for Outstanding Research in Veterinary Medicine was presented on 26 November 2025. The award highlights Nordic research that has made a significant contribution to improving animal health and welfare. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/Veterinary-Medicine-Celebrated-26-nov/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/Veterinary-Medicine-Celebrated-26-nov/ Thu, 27 Nov 2025 10:10:36 +0200 “Sweden is opening my eyes from different angles,” says Chantal Uwituze, a PhD student from the University of Rwanda currently visiting SLU. Her research focuses on how Rwanda’s crop intensification program can become more sustainable – both for people and the planet. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/chantal-wants-to-make-crop-production-more-sustainable-in-rwanda/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/chantal-wants-to-make-crop-production-more-sustainable-in-rwanda/ Mon, 24 Nov 2025 09:29:29 +0200 New risks, new legislation and new forms of collaboration raise the question: how can municipalities, regions and food system actors act to make Sweden more resilient in times of crisis? https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/securing-food-in-the-cities-of-the-future/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/securing-food-in-the-cities-of-the-future/ Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:31:49 +0200 In a changing world, one thing stays constant: we all need toilets. Sanitation protects our health and keeps our environment clean. World Toilet Day 2025, on 19 November, highlights “Sanitation in a changing world” and the need for future-ready systems and services. Check out SLU’s contribution! https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/from-waste-to-wealth-how-toilets-can-become-fertiliser-factories/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/from-waste-to-wealth-how-toilets-can-become-fertiliser-factories/ Wed, 19 Nov 2025 14:30:05 +0200 The World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week 18-24 November is to raise global awareness and promote best practises. Take some time this week to learn about Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) and raise your own awareness. SLU offers a large selection of research and aspects within the theme. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/fighting-antimicrobial-resistance-through-knowledge-and-action/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/fighting-antimicrobial-resistance-through-knowledge-and-action/ Tue, 18 Nov 2025 12:02:01 +0200 Most people now live in cities, and the taste preferences of city residents tend to determine which foods are in demand. This is why the city is key to ensuring a sustainable food supply, writes Håkan Jönsson, coordinator of the Food and Cities initiative at SLU. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/food-is-a-social-lubricant/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/food-is-a-social-lubricant/ Fri, 14 Nov 2025 10:13:33 +0200 How can Swedish milk production become more sustainable – for climate, soil, and animals? A new interdisciplinary research project at SLU explores whether agroecology could be the key to building more resilient and fair food systems. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/new-pathways-to-sustainable-milk-through-interdisciplinary-research/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/new-pathways-to-sustainable-milk-through-interdisciplinary-research/ Fri, 14 Nov 2025 09:49:31 +0200 The Varroa mite is one of the greatest threats to honey bees and beekeeping worldwide. A doctoral thesis from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) suggests that the solution may lie in the chemical language of bee brood. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/whispering-bee-brood/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/whispering-bee-brood/ Fri, 14 Nov 2025 07:48:54 +0200 As Europe works to restore its natural environments, researchers at SLU are exploring new ways to reconnect ecosystems and people. By linking ecology, society and culture, they aim to create landscapes that are both resilient and meaningful. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/interdisciplinary-approaches-to-ecosystem-restoration/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/interdisciplinary-approaches-to-ecosystem-restoration/ Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:46:17 +0200 How can solar panels and agriculture coexist – and even benefit one another? That question was at the center of the webinar “Agrivoltaics: Frontiers and opportunities for new research”, part of SLU’s Climate Conversations series on future climate solutions. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/sun-soil-and-synergy--the-potential-of-agrivoltaics-in-a-changing-landscape/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/sun-soil-and-synergy--the-potential-of-agrivoltaics-in-a-changing-landscape/ Tue, 11 Nov 2025 09:56:25 +0200 A new study from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) reveals that the popular programme ´The great moose migration´ deepens viewers’ relationship with nature. Although it is a digital nature experience, the programme promotes calm, recovery, and emotional closeness to the wild. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/the-moose-migration-on-tv-soothes-the-soul-and-strengthens-our-connection-to-nature/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/the-moose-migration-on-tv-soothes-the-soul-and-strengthens-our-connection-to-nature/ Wed, 05 Nov 2025 09:37:41 +0200 In rural Uganda, farmers learn to protect their pigs from African swine fever through short, drama-style stories delivered on mobile phones—a creative, low-cost way to share vital animal health knowledge. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/mobile-phone-delivered-virtual-learning-support-improved-biosecurity-in-smallholder-pig-farming/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/11/mobile-phone-delivered-virtual-learning-support-improved-biosecurity-in-smallholder-pig-farming/ Mon, 03 Nov 2025 17:01:56 +0200 For the first time, there is now a map showing where the forage for deer and moose is located. The maps, produced by researchers at SLU, shows where key tree species for ungulates are found and how much is at grazing height. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/10/heres-where-moose-and-deer-find-their-food--slu-releases-unique-map/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/10/heres-where-moose-and-deer-find-their-food--slu-releases-unique-map/ Mon, 27 Oct 2025 07:52:06 +0200 During a panel discussion at this year’s SLU Landscape Days, researchers and practitioners came together to discuss what it means to think and live in “more-than-human” landscapes - places where humans, animals, plants, and other materials are deeply entangled. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/10/slu-landscape-days-explore-more-than-human-landscapes/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/10/slu-landscape-days-explore-more-than-human-landscapes/ Fri, 24 Oct 2025 10:35:55 +0200 Water shapes our landscapes in profound ways, especially as climate change intensifies risks and drives innovative solutions. In the latest webinar of the Mötesplats: Urban landskap series, researchers and practitioners discussed how water management is transforming urban environments. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/10/when-water-redraws-the-map--challenges-and-opportunities-for-future-outdoor-urban-spaces/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/10/when-water-redraws-the-map--challenges-and-opportunities-for-future-outdoor-urban-spaces/ Tue, 21 Oct 2025 10:44:28 +0200 Seascapes – biodiverse coastal zones under growing pressure – are gaining attention at SLU. Through design, research, and collaboration, landscape architects are exploring new ways to protect and regenerate these vital, yet often overlooked, marine environments. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/10/seascapes-in-focus-coastal-challenges-and-design-solutions/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/10/seascapes-in-focus-coastal-challenges-and-design-solutions/ Mon, 20 Oct 2025 09:51:29 +0200 Cities around the world are under increasing pressure from water-related climate risks. Daniel Valentini, researcher at SLU, and hub coordinator at SLU Urban Futures, shares his insights on how the concept of urban waterscapes can help shape resilient cities of the future. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/10/designing-resilient-cities-daniel-valentini-on-why-urban-waterscapes-matter-more-than-ever/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/10/designing-resilient-cities-daniel-valentini-on-why-urban-waterscapes-matter-more-than-ever/ Wed, 15 Oct 2025 11:13:25 +0200 Researchers from SLU are exploring how wetlands can serve multiple functions – from supporting biodiversity and storing carbon to purifying water and creating attractive environments. With knowledge from various projects, municipalities are better equipped to design the wetlands of the future. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/10/from-individual-wetlands-to-multifunctional-wetland-landscapes/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/10/from-individual-wetlands-to-multifunctional-wetland-landscapes/ Tue, 14 Oct 2025 10:03:59 +0200 For over 40 years, Professor Henrik Elvang Jensen has shaped the field of veterinary pathology internationally – developing new diagnostic methods, changing clinical practices, and creating guidelines now used worldwide. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/10/award-winning-professor-ive-always-wanted-to-leave-my-mark-on-the-field/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/10/award-winning-professor-ive-always-wanted-to-leave-my-mark-on-the-field/ Wed, 08 Oct 2025 13:16:07 +0200 There was great interest in nature-based solutions, NbS, when the SLU-based Nature-based Solutions Network together with the City of Malmö hosted a summit in Malmö. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/10/how-can-we-work-with-nature-in-our-cities-and-regions/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/10/how-can-we-work-with-nature-in-our-cities-and-regions/ Wed, 08 Oct 2025 10:58:54 +0200 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). https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/10/researchers-call-consider-the-risk-of-animal-borne-diseases-in-ecosystem-restoration/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/10/researchers-call-consider-the-risk-of-animal-borne-diseases-in-ecosystem-restoration/ Tue, 07 Oct 2025 11:17:25 +0200 SLU warmly welcomes everyone interested to attend the lectures held by SLU´s latest honorary doctors on Friday 3 October in Uppsala. The lectures will provide exciting insights into topics ranging from forest health to coastal landscapes. The lectures are open to the public and will be webcast. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/09/lectures-by-slus-new-honorary-doctors/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/09/lectures-by-slus-new-honorary-doctors/ Mon, 29 Sep 2025 11:09:44 +0200 A new method of measuring variation allows scientists to see complex reality more clearly. They find the benefits of a heterogeneous environment are greater for biodiversity than standard methods show. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/09/forfinad-lins-okar-vardet-av-varierade-miljoer/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/09/forfinad-lins-okar-vardet-av-varierade-miljoer/ Mon, 29 Sep 2025 06:00:11 +0200 This thesis aimed to study the association between keeping a lactating cow and the prevalence of stunting in smallholder households in the Northern Province of Rwanda. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/09/milk-matters-linking-dairy-cow-feed-to-milk-yield-and-child-undernutrition-in-rwanda/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/09/milk-matters-linking-dairy-cow-feed-to-milk-yield-and-child-undernutrition-in-rwanda/ Fri, 26 Sep 2025 17:17:15 +0200 Research shows that children's physical, psychological, and mental health is affected by the availability and quality of outdoor environments. In Malmö, several projects are underway to create child-friendly street environments and neighborhoods – in collaboration with the children themselves. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/09/from-child-friendly-places-to-child-friendly-cities/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/09/from-child-friendly-places-to-child-friendly-cities/ Tue, 23 Sep 2025 13:15:47 +0200 The EU wants all soils to be healthy by 2050 – but reaching that goal requires better ways to measure soil health. A new study shows that biological indicators, such as nematodes, could play an important role, but that more data and coordination are needed. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/09/biological-indicators-can-be-the-key-to-healthy-soils-in-europe/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/09/biological-indicators-can-be-the-key-to-healthy-soils-in-europe/ Mon, 22 Sep 2025 09:17:37 +0200 How will climate change affect people's access to nutritious food from the ocean, especially those living in coastal areas and in small island nations? This is the focus of the project Vitamin Sea, led by researchers from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU). https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/09/vitamin-sea-forskare-samarbetar-globalt-for-att-sakra-tillgang-till-bla-mat/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/09/vitamin-sea-forskare-samarbetar-globalt-for-att-sakra-tillgang-till-bla-mat/ Tue, 16 Sep 2025 08:00:40 +0200 On 2-4 September, the Nordic meeting on Agricultural Occupational Health brought together around 120 people from 17 countries with the common interest of working to improve the health and working environment of farmers worldwide. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/09/global-interest-in-farmers-mental-health/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/09/global-interest-in-farmers-mental-health/ Mon, 08 Sep 2025 15:55:43 +0200 Professor Henrik Elvang Jensen, Danish veterinarian and professor of veterinary pathology, has been awarded the 2025 Award for Outstanding Research in Veterinary Medicine. The award is presented by SLU in collaboration with Agria. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/09/professor-henrik-elvang-jensen-awarded-the-2025-award-for-outstanding-research-in-veterinary-medicine/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/09/professor-henrik-elvang-jensen-awarded-the-2025-award-for-outstanding-research-in-veterinary-medicine/ Thu, 04 Sep 2025 10:01:31 +0200 How do children see the city? At the Malmö Festival, SLU Urban Futures and Botildenborg invited visitors on a playful journey into the world of urban development. By planting, creating, and interacting with a map, the children left their mark on Malmö—both literally and symbolically. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/08/barnens-stad--nar-lek-moter-stadsutveckling-och-natur/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/08/barnens-stad--nar-lek-moter-stadsutveckling-och-natur/ Wed, 27 Aug 2025 09:20:28 +0200 SustainPotato is developing resilient Nordic potato varieties by studying how genetics and microbiomes affect resistance to diseases like late blight. Now, the first round of root sampling are complete. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/08/root-sampling-for-resilient-nordic-potatoes/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/08/root-sampling-for-resilient-nordic-potatoes/ Mon, 25 Aug 2025 08:50:28 +0200 The SLU Centre for Biological Control, CBC, participated in this year’s Borgeby Fältdagar with a booth focused on biocontrol solutions. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/08/biological-control-and-sustainable-agriculture-at-borgeby-field-days/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/08/biological-control-and-sustainable-agriculture-at-borgeby-field-days/ Fri, 22 Aug 2025 11:45:38 +0200 Welcome to a seminar on 21 August 2 pm with the title "Strip cropping in practice: biodiversity and pest management" with Dr. Luuk Croijmans from Wageningen University. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/08/strip-cropping-in-practice---seminar-21-august/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/08/strip-cropping-in-practice---seminar-21-august/ Mon, 11 Aug 2025 09:46:48 +0200 Increasing landscape heterogeneity by reducing forest stand size and diversifying tree species lowers the likelihood of fire spreading. Avoiding ditching is also beneficial. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/08/Forest-management-can-reduce-the-risk-of-large-wildfires/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/08/Forest-management-can-reduce-the-risk-of-large-wildfires/ Mon, 11 Aug 2025 08:58:09 +0200 A new report from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) and the Swedish Forest Agency (Skogsstyrelsen) shows that continuous cover forestry methods often provide better conditions for biodiversity in Swedish production forests compared to the dominant clear-cutting practice. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/07/newreport_continouscoverforestry/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/07/newreport_continouscoverforestry/ Thu, 03 Jul 2025 17:44:45 +0200 The SLU Forest Damage Centre announces a call focused on forest damage with the explicit purpose of strengthening research on the effects of multiple interconnected forest damage agents, i.e. interrelated complex relationships involving different forest damage agents. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/07/call-for-project-focussing-on-the-effects-of-interrelated-forest-damage-factors/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/07/call-for-project-focussing-on-the-effects-of-interrelated-forest-damage-factors/ Tue, 01 Jul 2025 09:16:45 +0200 The symposium Feminist ÉLAN – Designing Landscapes in the Anthropocene represents a week-long program at WIA – Women in Architecture Festival in Berlin. Nina Vogel got invited to present her project ‘From Basement to Kitchen - growing visions for the future of the Swedish Million Programme areas’. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/06/new-alliances-with-sites/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/06/new-alliances-with-sites/ Fri, 27 Jun 2025 08:56:13 +0200 This year marks the 25th anniversary of the first Nordic work environment conference focusing on agriculture, organised at SLU in Alnarp. The conference is organised every other year and circulates between the Nordic countries. This year's conference will be held 2-4 September in Ystad. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/06/anmalan-oppen-till-arets-nordiska-konferens-om-lantbrukares-halsa-och-arbetsmiljo/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/06/anmalan-oppen-till-arets-nordiska-konferens-om-lantbrukares-halsa-och-arbetsmiljo/ Thu, 26 Jun 2025 13:00:33 +0200 Bacteria are present in all living bodies - human and animal alike. But why do certain bacteria sometimes cause harm and other times not? That’s what veterinarian and PhD student Homayoon Davam is investigating in a project focused on poultry and the well-known bacterium Escherichia coli. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/05/vital-or-deadly-but-when-bacterial-knowledge-benefits-farmers-society-and-poultry/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/05/vital-or-deadly-but-when-bacterial-knowledge-benefits-farmers-society-and-poultry/ Thu, 12 Jun 2025 08:35:07 +0200 Future work, or futuring, is about imagining and planning for potential future scenarios. But more than defining the most accurate future, it is about creating a common understanding and a common language for the challenges and opportunities of the future – and bringing people together. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/06/futuring-in-practice--rosengards-cultivation-project-takes-the-next-step/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/06/futuring-in-practice--rosengards-cultivation-project-takes-the-next-step/ Thu, 05 Jun 2025 16:28:36 +0200 For many years, Hanna Weiber Post worked with communications for SLU Urban Futures. As she is leaving her position, we took the opportunity to ask her a few questions about her views on urban issues. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/06/hanna-weiber-post-moves-on-to-new-challenges/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/06/hanna-weiber-post-moves-on-to-new-challenges/ Thu, 05 Jun 2025 13:09:12 +0200 The fourth round of the Interdisciplinary Academy (IDA) at SLU starts on September 1, 2025. Two groups of five researchers each will spend eight months delving into and exploring interdisciplinary working methods during 20% of their working time. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/06/ida-grantees-2025-2026/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/06/ida-grantees-2025-2026/ Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:05:26 +0200 An integrated risk management strategy for Europe, adaptations to face more intense fires, longer fire seasons and increased risks in fire-prone areas were discussed among researchers, policy makers and practitioners in Brussels. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/06/need-for-an-integrated-risk-management-strategy-for-forest-fires-in-the-eu/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/06/need-for-an-integrated-risk-management-strategy-for-forest-fires-in-the-eu/ Mon, 02 Jun 2025 11:07:16 +0200 Rising temperatures in urban areas pose a serious threat to public health – especially for the most heat-sensitive groups in society. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/05/extreme-heat-in-cities--a-growing-threat-to-public-health/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/05/extreme-heat-in-cities--a-growing-threat-to-public-health/ Wed, 28 May 2025 10:26:02 +0200 Rising temperatures in urban areas pose a serious threat to public health – especially for the most heat-sensitive groups in society. During the webinar “Venue: Urban Landscapes,” was discussed how climate-adapted urban planning can help mitigate the effects of extreme heat. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/05/extreme-heat-in-cities--a-growing-threat-to-public-health2/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/05/extreme-heat-in-cities--a-growing-threat-to-public-health2/ Tue, 27 May 2025 11:00:00 +0200 Researchers at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) and the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) are investigatin whether algae colours can signal toxic substance production and how underwater robots and AI can detect it early. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/05/algernas-farger-visar-vagen-till-smartare-vattenbruk/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/05/algernas-farger-visar-vagen-till-smartare-vattenbruk/ Mon, 05 May 2025 10:59:00 +0200 Significant changes have occurred in the food system. The old local systems have started to strain as the systems become more global and complex. Now, we need new methods to secure food supply. One concept gaining increasing attention is food planning. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/04/a-new-way-to-prioritize-food-issues/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/04/a-new-way-to-prioritize-food-issues/ Fri, 11 Apr 2025 09:31:57 +0200 The Bothnian Sea is under pressure from fishing and rising phosphorus levels, harming the food web. This threatens the Baltic Sea’s resilience, water quality, fish stocks, and recreation. Healthy ecosystems are key to sustainability. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/03/40-ars-miljoovervakning-avslojar-oroande-trend-i-bottenhavets-naringsvav/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/03/40-ars-miljoovervakning-avslojar-oroande-trend-i-bottenhavets-naringsvav/ Wed, 26 Mar 2025 09:54:00 +0200 New research led by SLU in collaboration with Stockholm and Karlstad Universities shows that the effects of forestry on boreal streams extend far beyond the harvested areas. This impacts water temperature and aquatic organisms downstream, highlighting the need for wider riparian buffer zones. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/06/Forestry-Impacts-on-Streams-Extend-Beyond-the-Clearcut/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/06/Forestry-Impacts-on-Streams-Extend-Beyond-the-Clearcut/ Wed, 26 Mar 2025 09:08:00 +0200 https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/organisation/future-platforms/slu-future-one-health/news/ https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/organisation/future-platforms/slu-future-one-health/news/ Mon, 17 Mar 2025 15:40:38 +0200 A new way to neutralise the coronavirus and other membrane-surrounded viruses has been discovered by researchers from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences and the University of Tartu. Certain mineral nanoparticles ... https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/01/nanoparticles-damage-coronavirus-in-an-unexpected-way-paving-the-way-for-new-disinfection-technology/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/01/nanoparticles-damage-coronavirus-in-an-unexpected-way-paving-the-way-for-new-disinfection-technology/ Thu, 30 Jan 2025 01:00:00 +0200 Fearless, aggressive and infectious, rats exposed to human medicines are thought to be causing major problems. Equipped with GPS collars and traps, researchers from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences are now finding out what drugs the rodents are ingesting and how it affects them. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/01/tracking-drugged-rats-how-human-medicines-are-altering-rodent-behavior/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/01/tracking-drugged-rats-how-human-medicines-are-altering-rodent-behavior/ Fri, 03 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0200 Roadside verges and power line corridors can become vital habitats for butterflies, bumblebees, and plants. However, the biodiversity of these areas depends not only on their current state but also on their history. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2024/09/roadside-bees-and-butterflies-are-affected-by-both-current-traffic-and-historic-landscapes/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2024/09/roadside-bees-and-butterflies-are-affected-by-both-current-traffic-and-historic-landscapes/ Mon, 09 Dec 2024 12:42:00 +0200 The number of chemicals is steadily increasing in our environment and also in ourselves. However, the chemical mix that today's school youth in Sweden carry within them looks different in ... https://www.slu.se/en/news/2024/11/the-chemical-cocktail-in-the-bodies-of-swedish-young-people-reflects-country-of-birth-place-of-residence-and-gender/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2024/11/the-chemical-cocktail-in-the-bodies-of-swedish-young-people-reflects-country-of-birth-place-of-residence-and-gender/ Tue, 19 Nov 2024 01:00:00 +0200 Sweden possesses a bounty of apples, and the fruit is a beloved staple in the production of both food and drink. Apple sauce, apple cake and apple juice count among many peoples’ favourites. One apple product has long since been absent from the Swedish market however: the classic cider. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/06/ciders-coming-of-age/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2025/06/ciders-coming-of-age/ Fri, 20 Sep 2024 17:10:00 +0200 Even remote, sparsely populated areas are affected by human-induced climate change. In his doctoral thesis, Pablo de la Peña Aguilera investigated what controls the distribution and species composition of insects, vascular plants and soil fungi across subarctic landscapes. https://www.slu.se/en/news/2024/06/subarctic-species-richness-and-distribution-influenced-by-climate/ https://www.slu.se/en/news/2024/06/subarctic-species-richness-and-distribution-influenced-by-climate/ Wed, 12 Jun 2024 13:34:00 +0200