The Jämtlandsgården farm in Hammerdal is experiencing reduced slaughter days as a result of a national meat shortage in Sweden. Tobias Andréasson notes that while the number of suppliers has decreased, those that remain have expanded in size over the years. Many mid-sized farms have closed due to declining profitability, leading to a more consolidated industry. However, this shortage has also led to some positive outcomes, particularly in pricing.

According to Andréasson, farmers are finally receiving better compensation for their beef, with the average price farmers receive from slaughterhouses increasing by over 60% since 2020. This price surge is primarily due to a significant reduction in the number of livestock, with the Swedish Meat Industry Association reporting the lowest number of cows in the country since records began in the 1860s. The increasing prices could provide much-needed financial relief to farmers feeling the financial strain from previous years' low profitability.

The meat shortage has necessitated operational adjustments at Jämtlandsgården, with fewer slaughter days now implemented as a response to the decreasing cattle population. Andréasson explains that these changes are part of the adaption process for the farm amidst the current market conditions. While the availability of beef might be limited, the rising prices provide an opportunity for farmers to stabilize their incomes during a challenging period for the agricultural sector in Sweden.