Simulation shows how drought could impact Sweden's food supply chain
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Updated Oct 15
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What happened
A simulation of Sweden’s food supply network found that drought-related farm losses could leave remote northern communities facing shortages, even if local agricultural damage was minimal. The scenario modeled a 13.86% reduction in national agricultural production, leaving 14.59% of modeled demand unmet, equivalent to about 2.28 million tonnes.
Why it matters
The study examines how agricultural losses can spread through processing, distribution, and retail networks. This suggests that a problem in one part of the supply network can create difficulties elsewhere, affecting customers who depend on production from outside their region.
Who's involved
- SwedenSubject of the food supply vulnerability simulation