Our Scans · (LF.2) Zero Hunger · Weekly Summary

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In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Goal 2: End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture.

• [New] Changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program introduce work requirements for able-bodied adults without dependents and require states with high payment error rates to cover 5% to 15% of program costs starting in 2028. IndraStra Global
• [New] Ukrainian ports, despite enormous risks involved, ensure the sustainability of agricultural exports by sea routes, having increased exports to near pre-war level. Ukrinform
• [New] The MoU will strengthen research collaborations across sectors like agriculture and health and it will also support the Mutebile Centre to assist private sector growth, which is crucial in lifting Africa out of poverty. Makerere University News
• [New] In Africa, where climatic unpredictability exacerbates food shortages and raises health risks, food security and climate change are crucial determinants influencing health outcomes. BioMed Central
• [New] With a global push towards sustainability and food resilience, fermentation will remain an integral component of strategies aimed at ensuring food security for all. Barry News
• [New] A recent study highlights the alarming effects of climate change on global food security, projecting that a rise of 1 °C in global temperatures will result in a 4% decrease in per capita calorie availability by the year 2100. EDUREV.IN
• [New] Rethinking the global food system by promoting sustainable agricultural practices is essential to reduce risks to health and biodiversity, ensuring a more resilient and equitable future. BioMed Central
• [New] Ecosystem Threats in Tunisia's Tunisia, a North African country with a Mediterranean coastline and vast desert hinterlands, is facing a variety of environmental challenges that threaten the health of its ecosystems and the sustainability of its agricultural sectors. Abhijeet Shirke
• [New] Ensuring resilience: The role of insurance in food and drink supply chains Disruptions in food and drink supply chains - from climate shocks to cyberattacks-can ripple rapidly across global markets, threatening food security and corporate stability. WTW
• [New] The export of agricultural products such as litchi positively impacts the Indian economy by generating foreign exchange earnings and creating job opportunities in the agricultural sector. EDUREV.IN
• [New] Reduced agricultural productivity: Declining water tables adversely affect yields of key crops, particularly rice, wheat, and sugarcane, threatening India's food security. INSIGHTS IAS - Simplifying UPSC IAS Exam Preparation
• [New] Italy introduced the Mattei Plan, aligning efforts with Agenda 2063 to boost African infrastructure, food security, and sustainable energy investment. SPM IAS Current Affairs
• [New] The increase in demand for agriculture, gig and technology roles is expected to create 170 million jobs by 2030, while 92 million jobs will be lost - a net increase of 7%. DNA India
• [New] Demand for efficient and sustainable agricultural practices have cemented North America's position as a stronghold in the precision harvesting sector and will aid in maintaining its lead in the coming years. Cision PR Newswire
• [New] Food security will become a priority for governments as the real impacts of climate change bite harder in coming years, and tackling waste is a key step they must take. irishnews.com
• [New] Farage condemned the use of agricultural land for solar farms, calling them biodiversity deserts, and argued that the centre-Right could reframe environmentalism without the CO2 obsession, predicting that public disillusionment with net zero could shift voter support toward Reform UK. Marcellus Drilling News
• Weather-related crop shortfalls in southern Malawi and eastern Madagascar threaten food security, highlighting vulnerabilities to climate change and SDG 13 (Climate Action). sdgtalks EN
• As the world rapidly warms, levels of tropospheric ozone are projected to increase in all business-as-usual scenarios, exacerbating the most damaging impacts of climate change and harming health, agriculture and ecosystems. Clean Air Fund
• Sarawak's strong policy support and infrastructure offer unprecedented growth opportunities for SMEs, especially in agriculture, food security and related value chains. Borneo Post Online
• If urgent action is not taken, the combined impact of climate change, geopolitical tensions, and aging water infrastructure could accelerate Pakistan's slide toward chronic water insecurity, with far-reaching consequences for agriculture, energy, and national stability. TFIPOST.COM
• ACAT will continue to provide a critical platform for stakeholders who are committed to advancing Africa's socio-economic development and food security through agricultural innovation. Modern Ghana
• Based on the minimum reduction requirements outlined in the S3 scenario, farm emissions would need to decrease by approximately 1-2% annually between 2030 and 2050, following a linear trajectory and considering current estimates of agricultural emissions until 2030 with additional measures. Industry Intelligence Inc.
• The federal government is pursuing a free trade agreement with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, a region that holds significant potential for expanding Canada's agriculture and agri-food exports. NetNewsLedger - News at the Speed of the Internet

Last updated: 07 July 2025