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The memory of past land use is visible in the soil
Historical land use can shape soil for decades. A new study shows that grasslands once used as farmland still host different microbes, preserving a legacy of the past.
New discovery about taste loss after Covid-19
Researchers from SLU and international partners show that disruptions in taste cells may explain why some people experience long-lasting taste loss.
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News and events
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A cause of persistent taste loss after Covid-19 has been discovered
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. -
Growing a broad set of crops does not threaten food security – quite the opposite
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. -
Scots pine blister rust is increasing in the north – here are the factors that associate with the risk
Scots pine blister rust is spreading in the pine forests of northern Sweden and Finland. Researchers now see a link between the disease and climate factors such as temperature, precipitation, soil moisture and fertility—and that the disease may increase further in a warmer climate. -
Archived tree cores reveal why boreal forests are getting starved for nitrogen
Despite decades of industrial deposition, nitrogen availability in the boreal forest is steadily declining. In a new study published in Nature, researchers from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences have found that atmospheric CO₂ is the main driver - using decades of unique, stored data.
Research
Most recently published projects
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Determination of host factors restricting bunyavirus replication in mosquitoes
Bunyaviruses are an emerging global threat to human and animal health. In this project, we study how these viruses interact with the mosquito immune system to identify factors that can block viral transmission. The goal is to develop new strategies for effective vector control. -
Transforming the food value chain based on ecologically and economically sustainable crop production (TRANSECO)
We assess the capacity for upscaling of agroecology practices and business models by examining actor-specific motivations for adoption on large actor populations in the value chain. Gained knowledge will inform policymakers for the transition to sustainable and resilient food systems.
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Why Ditches Matter: A Research Perspective
Ditches are a defining feature of many landscapes. Though often overlooked, they play an essential role in water and soil regulation. As climate change accelerates, understanding how ditches function, and how we manage them, has never been more important. -
Assumptions and values influence research on agricultural sustainability
What assumptions, values and knowledge claims shape different scientific approaches to agricultural sustainability? Five researchers have delved into this question within SLU's Interdisciplinary Academy. -
How calves drink milk when mum is around
In modern dairy farming, the calf is commonly separated from the cow within a few hours of birth and is then fed milk or milk replacer with little opportunity for natural suckling. A new study from SLU examined two different systems where cow and calf have contact after birth.
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