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Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre

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Sverige
Alnarp
Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre

We develop new knowledge about sustainable forests and forestry through interdisciplinary research and education, with the base in Alnarp in southern Sweden.

The department's mission is to develop and deliver knowledge for practical use in close collaboration with the forest sector in southern Sweden. Research is both basic and applied and is conveyed primarily through the department's basic courses but also through further education, training and information efforts directed toward the forest sector. Our research groups focus on the research fields of:
- Forest pathology
- Silviculture
- Forest policy and planning
- Forest ecology

16/06/2026

What happens to carbon after a forest fire?

Most of us think of carbon being released into the atmosphere when forests burn. But some of it takes a different path. A portion is transformed into pyrogenic carbon, a stable form of carbon that can remain stored in soils and lake sediments for hundreds or even thousands of years.

In a new PhD project at SLU, Wint Wah Phoo is investigating how pyrogenic carbon is transported from burned forests to nearby lakes and how much of it is ultimately stored in sediments. The research combines fieldwork at prescribed burn sites with sediment studies to better understand a potentially overlooked part of the global carbon cycle.

The findings could improve climate models and carbon accounting while providing new insights into the role of fires in long-term carbon storage.

Read more: https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/06/could-lake-sediments-reveal-hidden-carbon-sink/

📸 Tashina Alavi/Wint Wah Phoo

09/06/2026

Welcome to the trees’ torture chamber.

In the latest episode of SLU's podcast Skogen och människan, our researchers Leonie Schönbeck and Per-Ola Hedwall from the Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre take us into the science of drought, heat, and the future of our forests.

Leonie Schönbeck, postdoctoral researcher and plant ecophysiologist, has set up an experiment in special climate chambers where tree seedlings are drought-stressed to their breaking point. Her research reveals what happens in the leaves, stems, and even genes of trees when temperatures rise and water runs out.

Per-Ola Hedwall, senior lecturer in forest vegetation ecology, discusses how drought is already affecting forests in southern Sweden.

Listen to the latest episode to learn more: https://open.spotify.com/episode/352lOxOrg9Z3eMnacXMI0c?si=emBhDUKOTOqthGhdXrtNHA&nd=1&dlsi=ef865eee92ca4426

📸 Torbjörn Esping

04/06/2026

🎓 Yesterday, we celebrated our Forest and Landscape bachelor's students with a garden party filled with laughter and delicious food! 🌯

Although an unexpected downpour cut the celebration short, it was wonderful to see so many students, staff, and guests come together. The strong turnout, nearly double that of last year's event, reflected the continued growth and success of the programme.

The Forest and Landscape programme takes a holistic view of forests and their role in society, bringing together diverse environmental perspectives and management strategies. 🌍🌲

Although still a relatively young programme, it continues to attract students from around the world and is growing steadily each year.

On behalf of the department, we warmly congratulate our students and wish them all the best for the summer!

👉 Learn more about the Forest and Landscape programme: https://www.slu.se/en/study/programmes-courses/bachelors-programmes/forest-and-landscape/

📸 Torbjörn Esping

28/05/2026

🔊 Do you work or study at SLU Alnarp and have an idea for a new product, service or method that can contribute to a more sustainable industry? Apply for the Innovation Awards and you can personally win up to SEK 150,000!

Read more and apply here: https://internt.slu.se/en/news-originals/2026/4/innovationspris-alnarp/

25/05/2026

A perfect 5 out of 5.🌟

The Biodiversity Conservation and Ecosystem Services course — part of our bachelor’s programme Forest and Landscape — received outstanding results in this year’s course evaluations, earning top marks from students.

For course leader Annika Felton, the results are motivating:

“It’s incredibly rewarding to see that the students appreciated the course so much. Feedback like this gives us a lot of energy and motivates us to keep putting great effort into our teaching.”

So what makes the course resonate so strongly with students?

According to Annika, it’s about combining cutting-edge research with engaged teaching, while creating a learning environment where students are encouraged to actively participate throughout the course.

“We try to alternate between traditional lectures and more interactive exercises where students become active participants. We combine individual work with group discussions, indoor learning with outdoor excursions, and continuously connect the course content to real-world sustainability challenges.”

Students also have the opportunity to learn from some of Sweden’s leading experts in conservation and biodiversity through guest lectures, discussions and hands-on exercises designed to make learning both meaningful and enjoyable.

And some moments become unforgettable.

During a guest lecture on lichens by expert Göran Thor, one student asked whether there were any negative aspects to lichens at all after hearing about their fascinating biology and ecology. Göran’s response:

“No, everything about lichens is good!” 😊

Read more about our programmes and courses here:
https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/organisation/departments/southern-swedish-forest-research-centre/education/programmes/

📸 Torbjörn Esping

21/05/2026

Can southern Sweden have both thriving wildlife populations and healthy forests, or are we heading toward increasing conflict between the two?

Forest owners are seeing rising browsing damage. Hunters are concerned about declining moose weights and reproduction rates. At the same time, populations of deer species continue to grow.

To tackle these complex challenges, SLU and Skogforsk — together with partners from the forestry sector — have launched the new research program Klöv & Krona.

The program will focus on:

🌲 Forest management and forage availability
🦌 Wildlife ecology and grazing impacts
🌱 Damage-reducing measures
📊 Better monitoring methods and management tools

The goal is clear: reduce forest damage, improve wildlife wellbeing, and create a sustainable, biodiverse forest landscape in southern Sweden.

Read more (in swedish): https://www.slu.se/nyheter/2026/05/klov--krona/

📸 Caroline Berndt

18/05/2026

🌱 From research to forest — explore the future of regeneration!

Are you a Master’s or PhD student interested in sustainable forestry and the future of forest regeneration?

Our in-depth course in Forest Regeneration returns next autumn, offering an inspiring combination of cutting-edge science, practical field experiences, and discussions with leading experts in the field.

Throughout the course, students explore:

🌲 The complexity of forest regeneration in Scandinavia
🌳 Regeneration strategies for changing environmental conditions
🍃 Current and future challenges in sustainable forestry

📍 Learning goes far beyond the classroom. Field excursions in Småland and Skåne give students the opportunity to experience regeneration methods, challenges, and solutions firsthand. The course also includes visits to seed orchards in Sjælland (Denmark), where students learn how forest tree seeds are produced at a commercial scale, as well as a visit to Ramlösa nursery to gain insight into professional tree seedling production in Sweden.

💡 The course combines scientific theory with practical insights from researchers and forestry professionals, helping students connect academic knowledge to real-world forest management and future research questions.

A big thank you to our collaborators at Ramlösa nursery, BCC, Skogforsk, SLU, Stiftelsen Skånska Landskap, and the Danish Nature Agency for contributing with expertise and valuable perspectives throughout the course.

👉 Read more about the course and how to apply here: https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/08/in-depth-course-in-forest-regeneration/

📸 Mikolaj Lula

12/05/2026

🌲What if two forest owners choose the exact same management goal — but mean completely different things?

New research from Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre shows that today’s forest management plans often struggle to capture the diversity of forest owners’ goals and values.

While many owners want to prioritize biodiversity, recreation, or social values alongside production, current planning systems are still largely designed for traditional production-oriented forestry.

The study also highlights how difficult it is to translate a “landscape perspective” into practical forest planning — even when planners and forest owners agree on its importance.

“Many forest owners want more diversified ways of managing their forests, but the planning systems have not kept pace,” says Anna Karlsson, PhD student at SLU.

Read more: https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/05/forest-owners-want-different-things-but-their-plans-look-the-same/

05/05/2026

Can production forests also support biodiversity? 🌿

A new study from Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre, led by PhD student Jaime Luna, shows that fast-growing broadleaved tree stands may have more biodiversity value than previously thought—especially for lichens.

Researchers found rich lichen communities, including red-listed species, across different tree species. The results also highlight that tree choice matters: mixing species like birch, hybrid aspen and hybrid poplar can support a wider range of lichens.

The study points to practical steps for forest management, such as:

• retaining older trees
• increasing light availability
• maintaining structural diversity

Fast-growing systems are not a complete solution—but they could be an important piece of the puzzle for a more sustainable forestry.

Read more: https://www.slu.se/en/news/2026/05/lichens-reveal-biodiversity-potential/

📸 Torbjörn Esping/Jaime Luna

04/05/2026

🌲 What happens when research meets reality—out in the forest?

Last week, the Co-Creator project group at Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre gathered in Halmstad for a cross-project meeting 🤝

Co-Creator brings together SLU, Umeå University, Södra, and the Swedish Forest Agency to explore how forest planning and advisory services can better support more diversified family forestry in Sweden.

Over two days, researchers and practitioners exchanged insights, aligned on joint outputs, and discussed how advisory services and planning can evolve to meet forest owners’ diverse goals 💬

A key highlight was the visit to a case estate—where conversations moved from theory to practice. Being on site grounded discussions in real conditions and brought valuable perspectives from the forest owner, planners, and researchers 🌳

This is what Co-Creator is all about:

👉 Knowledge co-creation between science and practice
👉 Developing more relevant and sustainable approaches to forest management

📸 Tashina Alavi

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Tisdag	08:00 - 17:00
Onsdag	08:00 - 17:00
Torsdag	08:00 - 17:00
Fredag	08:00 - 17:00

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