March 21: International Day of Forests
Africa has the largest youth population in the world, and they are now taking on the responsibility of preserving and developing the continent’s forests. With the help of local knowledge, digital tools, and entrepreneurship, new solutions are being created for sustainable forestry – and a greener economy. The theme for the UN International Day of Forests 2026 is “Forests and Economies.”
How far has spring reached at SLU?
With campuses across the country, spring moves north at different speeds. Follow its progress from Alnarp in the south to Umeå in the north.
Northern rivers make female bears hesitate – males swim across
The large rivers that flow through northern Sweden affect how brown bears move through the landscape. When bears reach the riverbank, males and females act differently. This is shown by a study conducted by researchers at SLU.
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SLU is a world-class university, consistently ranked among the global leaders in life and environmental sciences. Here, people come together to make a real difference. Through knowledge and action, we create the conditions for a sustainable, vibrant and better world.
News and events
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Rare boreal deadwood fungi do not recover in clear-cut forests
Managed boreal forests support far less diverse fungal communities compared to successional forests sprung from forest fires. A new study from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences shows stark differences in the abundance of rare species between environments of different forest regimes. -
Rare medicinal tree cultivated in European trials
The rare yew tree could become a profitable species in forestry. Experimental cultivation is now being initiated at several locations across Europe. -
Migrating Junsele moose tracked with GPS – research project now reaching its end
For several years, researchers at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) have been collecting data on moose movements in the Junsele area. The aim has been to understand how moose and their migration are affected by changes in the forest landscape. The project is now coming to an end. -
Fiskbarometern: The status of Sweden’s fish and shellfish stocks
At Fiskbarometern, SLU presents the status and trends of fish and shellfish stocks in Swedish marine and freshwater environments. The assessments for 2025 are now complete. The situation is most concerning in the Baltic Proper, while perch in Lake Vänern are on the rise.
Research
Most recently published projects
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Influence of environmental and host factors on the gut microbiome and lipid metabolism in salmonid fishes
The goal is to improve our understanding of the environmental impact and influence of host animal factors on intestinal microbiota and lipid metabolism in salmon. -
Small-scale and mobile slaughter
The purpose of the project was to improve the opportunities for small-scale slaughter and strengthen the competitiveness of Swedish meat producers. -
Unveiling new horizons in forest floor remote sensing
Forest management increasingly relies on data, but important ecological and cultural features remain difficult to detect beneath dense canopy. This project develops AI-based methods to improve detection and assess when remote sensing data is reliable enough to support operational decisions.
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Stop the amount of PFAS in circulation
PFAS are harmful chemicals that are hard to break down and can enter our bodies through drinking water. Since drinking water is essential, SLU researchers are developing methods to purify PFAS and prevent them from reaching our water sources. -
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.
Explore statistics, open environmental data and species information
Search for and official statistics, open data and maps from SLU's environmental monitoring and assessment.
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