For the first time in eight years, organic food is gaining market share in Sweden. It is a long-awaited development. Organic food has had several tough years in Sweden, says Emma Rung, CEO of Krav.
SwedenAustralia has become the last continent to report its first cases of H5N1 bird flu. The virus is spreading rapidly, and the extreme weather expected this summer could, in the worst-case scenario, create the perfect storm for the mass death of thousands of birds and other animals. “The worst, devastating scenario would be that we lose entire species,” says Darren Grover, a biodiversity expert at the World Wildlife Fund (WWF).
SwedenAustralia has become the last continent to report its first cases of H5N1 bird flu. The virus is spreading rapidly, and the expected extreme weather this summer could, in the worst-case scenario, create a perfect storm that kills thousands of birds and other animals. “The worst, most devastating scenario would be that we lose entire species,” says Darren Grover, a biodiversity expert at the World Wildlife Fund (WWF).
SwedenThe average age of private owners of agricultural land in Sweden has risen by six years over the past 25 years. The oldest age group has also more than doubled its share of ownership.
BusinessTraffic accidents, millions in damage to agriculture and overgrown lawns. Sweden's approximately half a million wild boars cost society large sums. Several stakeholders agree that the population needs to be reduced. But how will this be done?
SwedenBird flu has been confirmed in "a small flock" of chickens on an island in Tanum municipality, the Västra Götaland County Administrative Board announces.
SwedenThis year's grain harvest is expected to be 5.9 million tons. This is a decrease of 9 percent compared with last year.
BusinessThis fall, you can find Swedish-farmed rainbow trout in grocery stores in Sweden. Fish farmers in the country are investing heavily through a first agreement with the grocery chain ICA, both parties confirm. But the expansion of Swedish farmed fish is drawing harsh criticism.
BusinessAnyone who sees a dog in a hot car should think twice before breaking a car window to rescue the pet. If the action is not justified, you can be charged with vandalism, according to the animal welfare police. The most important thing is not to leave your dog in a car when it is hot. Not even for a short while, because it can heat up very quickly, says veterinarian Robert ter Horst.
CrimeThe country continues to face a severe beef shortage. Slaughterhouses are short of cattle. At the same time, tons of meat are discarded every year because cattle are injured.
SwedenBumblebees behaving carelessly, birds that stop chirping, fish that fight and irritable dogs - the heat doesn't just affect people. Animals also suffer from high temperatures. In the long run, this can have consequences for our ecosystem.
SwedenThere was less food fish but significantly more oysters, fry and roe. The value of Swedish aquaculture increased significantly last year.
BusinessCareless bumblebees, birds that stop chirping, fish that fight and irritable dogs - the heat doesn't just affect people. Animals also suffer from high temperatures. In the long run, the heat can have consequences for our ecosystem.
SwedenDo not move oysters in Bohuslän, and do not throw their remains into the sea. This is the appeal from the Swedish Board of Agriculture to the public after a parasite was discovered on the west coast.
SwedenThe investment support for nitrogen fertilizer in agriculture has been put on hold after demand skyrocketed far above budgeted levels.
SwedenThe government will decide this week on compensation for Swedish farmers to strengthen beef production. "It is a measure that strengthens the competitiveness of Swedish farmers," says Minister for Rural Affairs Peter Kullgren (KD).
BusinessBird flu has been confirmed at a facility housing 40,000 ducks in northwestern Skåne, SVT Helsingborg reports. All are at risk of being euthanized.
SwedenFood prices have barely had time to stabilize after the VAT cut before the next warning signal arrives. Food manufacturers are now reporting rising costs and are calling for understanding that prices may need to be raised again.
BusinessThe risk of the spread of bird flu has decreased. The Swedish Board of Agriculture has decided it will lift the high-risk designation for southern Sweden.
SwedenThe Swedish Board of Agriculture is introducing mandatory vaccination against Newcastle disease. Managing the disease costs society 19 million kronor annually - something the agency wants to remedy.
SwedenThe Swedish Board of Agriculture warns against buying dogs from countries where rabies is not under control and says it will increase controls after a couple of incidents.
SwedenCattle slaughter last year was at its lowest since 2013, according to new statistics.
SwedenNorrlandsströmming is the next Swedish product to receive a protected designation of origin within the EU.
SwedenBird flu has hit poultry farmers hard. Demand for hatching eggs is high, but regulations are slowing imports, writes AT.
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