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Most recently published projects

  • U-CAN-MOVE!

    In today's modern society, regular physical activity is vital for people's physical & mental health. Despite this, the proportion of sedentary people is increasing. The overall aim of our project is to stimulate long-term increased physical activity in dog owners and dogs.
  • 2023-01-01 - 2027-12-31

    Cattle - for sustainable food security in times of water scarcity

    The overall goal of this project is to develop new knowledge so that Swedish water resources can be used efficiently and to help Swedish farmers find solutions if groundwater availability becomes limited.
  • 2022-01-01 - 2025-12-31

    Reed as feed to horses and ruminants

    This project investigates whether reed silage can be used as roughage for horses. Reed is harvested in different plant maturations and analyzed with regard to energy value and nutrient content.

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