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SLU Risk Assessment of Plant Pests

We perform independent analyses which will provide support to the Swedish Board of Agriculture in their effort to counter the damage of non-indigenous pests.

A fallen tree with damages in the stem. Photo.

Independent risk assessments of new pests in Sweden

The unit perform risk assessments of non-indigenous plant pests. The pests may be for example, insects, nematodes, mites, fungi, bacteria or virus.

The risk that non-indigenous plant pests establish in Sweden is increasing with climate warming and an increasing global trade. The unit aim to support an efficient management of these threats both at national and EU level.

Colorado potato beetle ­– areas suitable for establishment

An analysis of the climatic suitability for the Colorado potato beetle in Sweden.

Efficient Surveying of the Colorado Potato Beetle

An analysis of past invasions was used to identify high-risk areas.

Climate change and invasive pests

In two recently published articles, we examine how climate change is relevant to risk assessments of plant pests and how it can be implemented in future risk assessments.

Mountain Pine Beetle attacked canopy in the red stage. Photo.

The value of forest tree species

In a recently completed report, the ecosystem services and biodiversity associated with Swedish tree species are described.

Published: 10 October 2024 - Page editor: cajsa.lithell@slu.se

SLU Risk Assessment of Plant Pests

Analysts:

Niklas Björklund
niklas.bjorklund@slu.se, +46 18-672879, +46 70-5082879

Johanna Boberg
johanna.boberg@slu.se, +46 18-671804

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