Sweden is taking steps to enhance its food security in the face of potential crises or conflict.

A government-commissioned investigation has proposed the establishment of substantial emergency food reserves and a boost in domestic food production.

The recommendations include the creation of beredskapslager, or emergency stockpiles, of cereal grains and agricultural inputs to ensure food can be produced even during challenging times.

Previously, such stockpiles were dismantled in the early 2000s.

The inquiry suggests that municipalities should be given new responsibilities for local food preparedness, and the formation of a national food preparedness council, involving private companies and organizations, to address threats to food supply.

The proposed measures are expected to cost around 2.3 billion kronor over three years, with the potential for implementation within a year.

The report emphasizes the urgency of strengthening Sweden's resilience, drawing lessons from the war in Ukraine and Finland's existing practices.