Marja Erikson

Marja Erikson is a Researcher at the Department of Economic History, Uppsala University. Her work focuses on historical economic systems in Sweden, particularly rural economies and institutional changes.

Her research explores:

• Enclosure processes and market development in 19th-century Sweden
• Historical credit systems and tax farming practices
• Peasant household resilience during agricultural crises

Recent publications analyze land reforms, financial practices in rural communities, and heritage preservation. She has contributed to journals like Scandinavian Economic History Review and produced reports on Swedish farm management.