Norway needs NOK 8bn grain dryer investment to meet self-sufficiency goal

Norsk Bonde- og Småbrukarlag calls for NOK 8 billion investment in grain dryers and storage over ten years, citing this year's record harvest overwhelming reception facilities. The proposal, which suggests cost-sharing between state, farmers, and buyers, highlights infrastructure gaps that could undermine Norway's self-sufficiency ambitions. Uncertainty remains over government commitment and funding mechanism.