Investing in irrigation for pastures: context profile

The document evaluates the costs, benefits, and contextual factors of transitioning to an agroecological farming system in Sweden, supported by EU funding. It assesses initial and ongoing investment costs, including infrastructure, advisory services, and working capital, with varying levels of applicability. Benefits include mid-range reductions in fertilizer, pesticide, and feed use; high improvements in feed self-sufficiency and nitrogen cycling; mid-range soil regeneration and animal welfare gains; low biodiversity impact; and high youth engagement. Economic payback is mid-range, with unknown impacts on energy savings and product value. Findings reflect authors’ views only.