Welcome to Svenska Bärföreningen

Svenska Bärföreningen consists of member companies engaged in activities involving wild-growing Swedish forest berries. Companies that are members of Livsmedelsföretagen and operate in purchasing, picking, processing (cleaning and packing), or marketing within Sweden are eligible for membership.

The association was founded on February 12, 2025, in consultation with Livsmedelsföretagen.

The Association

Our aim is to promote berries as a tasty, healthy, and natural product.

Facts about Swedish wild berries

A description of the Swedish tradition of wild berries – from the 19th century to the present day.

Questions & Answers

Here you’ll find answers to the most frequently asked questions we receive in our work.

Latest news

June 25, 2025

Letter to the Minister for Migration

As you are likely aware, the Swedish Migration Agency has recently concluded its processing of applications for berry pickers under the Seasonal Employment Directive.

June 5, 2025

Updated Berry Guidelines for Independent Pickers

In June 2025, the SvDH-LI berry group updated the Berry Guidelines for independent pickers in Sweden. Click the link to access the document.

February 12, 2025

Svenska Bärföreningen was established

Svenska Bärföreningen was established on February 12, 2025, in consultation with Livsmedelsföretagen.