Cultivation Academy 3.0

The Cultivation Academy is the continuation of a project that wants to create the joy of growing. The aim of the initiative is to contribute to an even greater degree of self-sufficiency and cultivation knowledge, contribute to developed entrepreneurship and increase awareness of how we can live more sustainably in a concrete way.

Cultivation Academy 3.0

Cultivation on nature's terms

The Cultivation Academy 3.0 is a leader project run by Astrid Lindgren's Homeland, funded by the EU and the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and this is the third round for the project starting in January 2026. 

What is happening in the project?

In the calendar you will find dates for activities connected to the Cultivation Academy. Please visit the respective calendar entry for more information and registration. 

6/7

Lecture: I am learning to be self-sufficient, Norra Vi

Welcome to the lecture in Norra Vi, July 6
6/9

Permaculture, aquaponics and biochar – study visit Ödevata

Study visit and workshop Emmaboda 6 September
15/9

Grow your own seeds, Hultsfred

Welcome to the lecture at Valhall in Hultsfred
27/9

Lecture: Contingency cultivation, Ädelfors Folk High School

Welcome to a lecture with Niklas Kämpargård

Articles

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Björköby Odlingakademien

Cultivation courses in Vetlanda

Growers of all ages in Björköby, Ädelfors and Vetlanda!

Blessed Weeds

Because who wants to be on their knees weeding all summer?

Snails

The killer slugs have been extra active this year and are something we have talked about on garden visits.

Shrubs and trees

Examples of shrubs with edible berries are currants, gooseberries, blackberries, black raspberries, American blueberries, blueberry, chokeberry, elderberry, rosehip, sea buckthorn, hazel, large-fruited hazel and berry medlar.

Irrigation

The best thing is if you can collect and save rainwater from the roofs.

Create land and cultivate in sand

Something we have talked about a lot on garden visits is how to create land and new soil.

Create an aesthetic garden

The first thing to decide is what kind of garden you are interested in and have the resources to take care of.

Create a practical garden

A garden that is adapted to the place it is located and to the person who takes care of it.

Vaccination course – part 2

At the grafting courses, Björn Westeson shared general knowledge about trees.

Vaccination course – part 1

Björn Westeson has shared his knowledge of grafting and tree care for those interested in the area of the Cultivation Academy.

The Sunflower Challenge

The sunflower is a flower that makes you happy. It is also a symbol of Ukraine.

Structure and planning in cultivation

It is important to spend time on the right things at the right time to avoid unnecessary work and to spend money wisely.

Shared joy of growing

Contact us!

Are you a grower who wants to share your expertise in some way? Or perhaps an association that has ideas about how we can collaborate in cultivation and self-sufficiency? Then please contact us:

Contact

odlingsakademien@alhembygd.se

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Film about the Cultivation Academy 2.0 – A sustainability project in Astrid Lindgren's Hometown that is aimed at anyone interested in cultivation.

The Cultivation Academy 2.0 wants to contribute to an even greater degree of self-sufficiency and cultivation knowledge, contribute to developed entrepreneurship and increase awareness of how we can live more sustainably in a concrete way. See more information in the film below.

Cultivation Academy 3.0

About the project

Project period
2026 – 2027

Project owner
Leader Astrid Lindgren's Hometown

Project Manager Carina Enqvist
odlingsakademien@alhembygd.se

Total envelope
1,035,360 SEK

The Leader support consists of funding from
The EU, the state and Astrid Lindgren's ten municipalities.

Incoming EU funds have been granted from 
Rural Development Fund