Food innovation in Dalarna

The food industry is important for Dalarna, for the landscape, employment, food culture and the people who visit or live in Dalarna. Dalarna's food companies play a key role in the transition to a sustainable society, but operate in a tough industry dominated by a few multinational companies. Investment in innovation is lower than in other industries, resulting in a low rate of renewal and
standardized products that are exposed to high competition.

The project aims to strengthen the innovation capacity of food companies and the development of new
market offers that meet customer demand for sustainable food. Circular and
innovative use of side streams will be developed and contribute to increased value added in the
food chain.

The project will strengthen the innovation capacity of small and medium-sized food processing companies in Dalarna by, based on needs, guiding companies to the right skills, offering individual coaching and leading innovation promotion activities.

Entrepreneurship and capacity for renewal will be strengthened in innovation processes that focus on new business models and sustainable customer offerings. Activities will also link companies to available resources in the regional and national innovation system.
The project contributes to Dalarna's food companies becoming more innovative, competitive, sustainable and attractive. Dalarna Science Park supports food companies through tailor-made initiatives. We always start from the company's situation and get to know the business. The project offers an innovation pilot, business development support and specific initiatives on communication, financing, food legislation, residual flows and waste.