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Sami agriculture – an important carrier of culture

Sami culture is best known for reindeer herding. But did you know that agriculture has also been an important part of Sami culture since the 14th century? Since then, it has been both a livelihood and a carrier of culture, providing a basis for preserving Sami traditions, identity, and language.

Published 06.02.2026

When food runs short, moose suffer across generations

Published 05.02.2026

Moose in southern Scandinavia have become lighter and less productive over the past decades. In some areas, the decline in body condition has been dramatic. A new, comprehensive study shows that food availability remains a fundamental factor.

Promising results for late blight–resistant CRISPR potatoes

Published 04.02.2026

Researchers at NIBIO have made encouraging progress in their efforts to develop potatoes with increased resistance to late blight.

EU clears the way for CRISPR crops – Norway expected to follow

Published 03.02.2026

The European Union has approved new rules that make it easier to use gene editing in food crops. The decision paves the way for Norway to allow the cultivation of gene-edited plants with improved resistance to disease.

Waste heat could mean more Norwegian vegetables

Published 02.02.2026

What if it were possible to harvest Norwegian vegetables twice per season? Or to grow slightly more heat-demanding crops outdoors? Researchers at NIBIO want to make this possible by using waste heat from industry.

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