PROJECTS
The development of Lapland is based on northern conditions, the sustainable use of renewable natural resources, and low carbon emissions. The region’s goal is to become a pioneer in the bioeconomy and circular economy, as well as to foster growth in small and medium-sized enterprises within these sectors.
The Silva team focuses on the development of agriculture and forestry, natural products and the food industry, as well as reindeer husbandry.
Welcome to explore our ongoing projects!
All email addresses follow the format firstname.surname@lapinamk.fi
Cross-laminated Timber as a Solution to Heavy Machinery Accessibility in Forests
The CLT Forest Project aims to develop a solution to the mobility challenges of heavy machinery in low load-bearing conditions by using cross-laminated timber (CLT) panels.
Duration: 1.11.2024-31.07.2027
Contact person: Ruut Mikkola
MEBIP – Further Processing of Forest Bioeconomy Residues into High Value Products
The MEBIP project develops process solutions for higher value-added products that enhance the utilisation potential of side streams generated in wood-based biorefining, such as bark, sawdust, branches, and needles.
Duration: 1.11.2024-31.05.2026
Contact person: Jon Hietaniemi
Climate Change Adaptation of Northern Forests
The overall objective of the project is to develop new forest damaging agent prevention tools and risk management methods to support and ensure livelihood in Aurora regions in relation to forests. By decreasing the effect of damaging agents and developing new methods, the region’s economy and vitality are improved.
Duration: 1.3.2024-28.02.2027
Contact person: Ruut Mikkola
Adaptation of Reindeer Husbandry to
Climate change – Solutions to Feeding Challenges
The aim of the project is to investigate whether a high concentrate feed ration causes a low-grade inflammatory state in reindeer, as assumed. In addition, the project seeks to determine a safe level of concentrate feeding that supports reindeer welfare while avoiding acidosis and its related health issues.
Duration: 1.5.2025-31.10.2028
Contact person: Mari Ronkainen
Implementing Circular Economy Practices in Reindeer Slaughtering
The aim of the project is to support the economic and environmental sustainability of reindeer husbandry by creating a circular economy roadmap for the sector and developing circular economy tools for reindeer slaughterhouses and meat cutting facilities to assess and improve practical operations.
Duration: 1.5.2024-31.12.2026
Contact person: Niina Mattila
From Producer to Multiskilled Professional – Processing and Marketing of Reindeer Hides
The project aims to promote a more business-oriented and continuously improving approach to the production and sale of hides. It seeks to enhance, at multiple levels, the skills of slaughterhouses, reindeer herding cooperatives, and individual reindeer owners in trading as well as the potential pre-processing and further refining of hides.
Duration: 1.8.2024-30.04.2026
Contact person: Mari Ronkainen
Introducing New Technology to Farms through Peer Experiences and Small Groups
The aim of the project is to promote the smooth adoption and effective use of new technologies, such as digital systems and tools, on farms across the country, particularly through the sharing of encouraging peer experiences within regional small groups.
Duration: 1.1.2024-31.12.2025
Contact person: Tapio Pyörälä
Nourishment for Life – Naturally from Lapland
The project aims to enhance collaboration between food and natural products companies and to strengthen their capacity to utilise available networks and funding opportunities both nationally and internationally. Additionally, the project will foster closer cooperation among regional project actors through regular meetings, communication, and the use of a project registry.
Duration: 1.4.2024-28.02.2026
Contact person: Tapio Pyörälä
LisäarvoBAR – Increasing the Value of Biomaterials in the Arctic Natural Products Sector
The project develops the technological capabilities of natural products companies to fully utilise raw materials through extraction and separation processes. Progressing from research and company workshops to product pilots, the project aims for companies to produce new bio-based products and prototypes for the market in the future.
Duration: 1.9.2024-31.08.2027
Contact person: Reeta Sipola
EVECSA – European Vocational Excellence for Climate Smart Agriculture
The goal of the project is to enhance vocational training in agriculture to promote sustainable practices and empower future professionals through the establishment of Centers of Vocational Excellence (CoVEs). This initiative enables agricultural vocational education and training (agro-VET) to spearhead the transition to Climate-Smart Agriculture.
Duration: 1.3.2024-29.02.2028
Contact person: Petri Muje
AGRARSENSE – Smart, Digitalized Components and System for Data-Based Agriculture and Forestry
AGRARSENSE will focus on developing European SoA technologies for future agricultural needs, encompassing various agricultural and forestry related challenges around them, as well as the enabling technologies of ICT infrastructure and electronics hardware that will be critical for future business and economic needs.
Duration: 1.1.2023-31.12.2025
Contact person: Anne Saloniemi
Artisan food – AITO O ÄKTA
The project aims to raise awareness among consumers, food entrepreneurs, and aspiring entrepreneurs about artisan food and its related opportunities. It promotes the development of artisan food entrepreneurship and increases knowledge about certification possibilities.
Duration: 1.8.2025-31.3.2027
Contact person: Henna Kukkonen
Lapland Local Meat – Produced in Lapland, Enjoyed in Lapland
Lapland Local Meat is a local-level training project that provides practical solutions to the challenges of direct sales for farms that are developing their operations. The project’s workshops explore alternatives for various regional local meat supply chains, ensuring delivery reliability and meeting regional demand.
Duration: 1.8.2025-31.8.2027
Contact person: Kirsi Muuttoranta
Replacement of Peat with Hemp
The project produces information about the possibilities of using hemp, reed canary grass and other similar plants as peat substituting raw materials for industry. The project investigates the suitability of hemp and industrial sidestreams for energy pellets, insulating materials and culture media – while not forgetting the commercial viability of the production.
Duration: 1.12.2023-28.02.2026
Contact person: Petri Muje
Micro-Credentials Supporting Working
Life
The project trains staff from universities of applied sciences to implement micro-credentials. The project investigates collaboration with working life in relation to micro-credentials and models various providing methods, quality management, and academic administration for them.
Duration: 1.2.2025-31.01.2027
Contact person: Reeta Sipola
GENGREEN – Closing the Small-Business and Gender Gap
The aim of the GENGREEN project is to support the development of sustainable (female) entrepreneurship, particularly in small and medium-sized enterprises in South and Central Ostrobothnia, Lapland, Norrbotten, Troms, and Finnmark.
Duration: 1.1.2024-31.12.2026
Contact person: Aija Hentilä