The policy was initially adopted by Södertälje based on the concept previously developed by the European Union, BERAS implementation (2010-13). The policy was introduced to provide nutritious and sustainable food to children, student, and elderly population of the city. The policy sets specific guidelines on the type of foods that should be offered in schools and elderly housing institutions. It encourages the avoidance of highly-processed and genetically modified foods for the target populations in order to avoid diet-related health problems. The policy promotes food hygiene and practicing sustainable food practices as well. Because of the implementation of the policy, Södertälje was declared as the city with the best school meals by White Guide Junior, Sweden. The city also attained the goal of using approximately 60% organic ingredients in its meals.