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Popularisation of research results is an important part of NIBIO’s communication work. We publish several news items every week, mainly in Norwegian. News in English is also produced and can be found here in our english news archive.

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New books about Norwegian fruit varieties

Published 16.10.2025

Two new books document the characteristics of more than 200 traditional apple and plum varieties. The research reveals hidden qualities that could prove invaluable for the future.

European research initiative for healthier soils

Published 02.10.2025

In the SOILPROM project, NIBIO collaborates with leading European research institutions to develop improved digital models that simulate how pollutants move through soil and water. These models could help lay the groundwork for more targeted soil management measures in future.

Circumpolar Agricultural Conference 2025 held in Tromsø

Published 01.10.2025

Last week, NIBIO hosted the Circumpolar Agricultural Conference (CAC) 2025, an international event that brought together around 120 participants from across the circumpolar region, including the Nordic countries, Alaska, and northern Canada.

Climate-resilient cultivation of winter wheat

Published 30.09.2025

The production of Norwegian winter wheat varies greatly from year to year. Now, researchers from NIBIO have investigated how we can achieve more consistent production and better crop quality.

How can we ensure good soil health in Norway?

Published 11.09.2025

What does it take to build healthier and more sustainable agricultural soils in Norway? In his doctoral research, NIBIO researcher Frederik Norheim Bøe provides some of the answers. On 18 September, he will defend his doctoral thesis at Wageningen University in the Netherlands.

Building Norway’s plant phenotyping infrastructure

Published 19.08.2025

To understand how plants grow and adapt to their environment, scientists need detailed knowledge of plant traits. Through the PheNo project, Norwegian universities and research institutes are joining forces to develop cutting-edge facilities for studying plants in controlled environments, in the field, and at the seed level. This national infrastructure will support research, education, and industry in Norway.

European goldfinch – a splash of colour in the Norwegian cultural landscape

Published 12.08.2025

There’s a lot of bad news about nature crisis and birds that are declining. But some birds are doing well in Norway – like the European goldfinch.

Thin biofilm can transform CO₂ into renewable energy

Published 05.08.2025

NIBIO has contributed to developing a method for turning greenhouse gases like CO₂ or CO into biomethane – a renewable energy source. Using thin layers of microorganisms, so-called biofilms, greenhouse gases can be transformed into clean-burning fuel.

Can drone-mounted tree planting replace manual tree planting?

Published 09.07.2025

Tree planting is a manual task that can be both expensive and labour-intensive. Now, Norwegian and Danish researchers are developing a drone that could make the job easier.

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Many opportunities with faba beans and peas

Published 27.06.2025

A new doctoral study reveals that it is the seed’s moisture content and developmental stage that determine when protein, starch, and smaller carbohydrates accumulate in faba beans and peas. Temperature does not directly affect this process.

Stepping up the fight against the world 's most important potato disease

Published 23.06.2025

Late blight is the most important disease in potatoes, and combating it requires large amounts of chemical pesticides. There is a need for new methods to keep potatoes healthy.

New nationwide survey of radioactive contamination in soil

Published 21.05.2025

There is still radioactive fallout from the Chernobyl disaster present in Norway. Last week, a nationwide survey of radioactivity in soil was launched. The project will provide new knowledge about the long-term development of radioactive contamination in soil in Norway.

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