Fewer cattle and organic cows
In Sweden, the number of organically kept animals decreased last year for all major species. This is according to new statistics from Jordbruksverket. Therefore, the total number of organic cattle is estimated at 289,300, which would represent a decrease of 35,800 animals, or 11%. compared to 2022.
During the same period, the number of dairy cows kept organically decreased by 22%. up to 42,200 pieces. According to the authorities, the number of cattle kept on organic farms is decreasing for the fourth year in a row.
Decrease in the number of other species maintained ecologically
Compared to 2022, there was a 9% decrease in the number of sheep and lambs from organic farming. According to the authority, their numbers have been gradually reduced since 2018.
The same is true for organic laying hens. In 2023, their population decreased by 18%. compared to the previous year, and organic broiler chickens decreased by up to 20%.
The number of organic pigs has decreased by 30%. compared to 2022
According to Jordbruksverket, the share of organically bred cattle in the total population of farm animals – including conventionally bred animals – was – 20% in 2023, while organic sheep – 19%, laying hens – 12%, pigs – 2 percent and broilers – 1%. appropriate total number of animals in Sweden.
