Sweden securing emergency grain stocks

food consumption throughout the country during 2026-28, as well as critical input goods that are important for Sweden to be able to maintain its domestic food production. In its 2026 budget, Sweden plans to invest SEK 575 million ($60 million) to set up the grain reserves. A tender was launched Oct. 15 in the northern counties of Norrbotten, Vasterbotten, Vasternorrland and Jamtland. With very limited grain storage options, these counties are currently entirely dependent on grain transported from southern Sweden. The state plans to ensure there is a regular turnover so the stocks do not perish, the Swedish Board of Agriculture said. The turnover model being used involves the state signing agreements with companies that already handle grain. The state initially will buy a certain amount of grain from the companies and then pay to continuously sell it. The amount that the state has purchased must always be available, and the state must have the full right to use it if necessary. The ...