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

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] The world risks facing a deeper food security crisis in 2026 and 2027 unless governments act quickly to cushion the impact of disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, the head of the Food and Agriculture Organization has warned. The Daily Star
• [New] Food security is expected to worsen sharply during the June-September 2026 lean season, with 5.4 million people projected to be in Phase 3 or above, including 1.6 million people in Phase 4. Food Security Portal
• [New] The Department of Agriculture (USDA) now expects food-at-home prices - government-speak for groceries - to increase by 3.2% in 2026, almost double what it forecasted in January. PYMNTS.com
• [New] Asia is predicted to be one of the regions most exposed, with intensifying heat and drought predicted to put major stresses on agriculture, power grids and water supplies. The Guardian
• [New] As the planet warms over the long term, heat's effects on agriculture will worsen exponentially. News Tribune
• [New] As climate change and population growth continue to challenge global agriculture, research-driven sustainable farming solutions will play a critical role in building a resilient and environmentally responsible agricultural future. Agriculture Journal IJOEAR
• [New] FVGC will continue to advocate for a strategy that recognizes the central role of domestic fruit and vegetable production in Canada's food security. FVGC
• [New] Authorities expect progress in the digitalization of agriculture in 2026, alongside the launch of the Central Plain project aimed at promoting medium - and large-scale farming and attracting private investment. Business in Cameroon
• [New] Agriculture experts are expecting a 32% abandonment of winter wheat in the U.S. this year. News/Talk/Sports 94.9 WSJM
• [New] Fermentation will continue to play a central role in delivering reliable nutrition for a growing global population. CNS Media
• [New] The Middle East conflict is increasing risks to food security. World Bank
• [New] The Ocean economy is not just expanding, it's accelerating faster than expected, driven by shared global priorities: energy transition, food security, climate resilience, sustainable shipping, technological innovation, and job creation. Ocean News & Technology
• We could make college accessible for all Americans, restore health care cuts and pretty much end the worst form of global hunger - and still have billions of dollars left over. The New York Times
• Shifting the US food system to localized food sovereignty with access to farmland and farming resources for Indigenous Native American, Black and other farmers of colour will reduce greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture. NOFA/Mass
• The World Bank now projects fertiliser prices to rise 31% in 2026, with the Food and Agriculture Organisation warning of reduced yields for fertiliser-intensive crops such as wheat, rice and maize if disruption persists. / Qatar Saltus
• Actions taken now will determine if Middle East conflict is a manageable shock or evolves into a deeper global food security crisis. Feedstuffs
• As global food security concerns intensify, the strategic importance of resilient and scalable grain storage solutions will become more pronounced, prompting stakeholders to innovate and adapt to emerging industry paradigms. Verified Market Reports
• Across Africa and the Middle East, food security, new investment opportunities, local production capacity, and knowledge transfer are key focus areas. All About Feed
• Concurrently, nanotechnology applications in clean energy, environmental remediation, and precision agriculture will continue to expand in response to the global imperative of sustainable development. Journal of Environmental Exposure Assessment
• For India and Indonesia, the monsoon season is fundamental to food security, water availability, and ecological stability, and the super El Nino may present a significant disruption. ISCIENCES
• Cancer patients have increased nutritional needs due to cancer itself or due to treatment-related nutrition impacts symptoms, such as fatigue, nausea, vomiting, which place them at high risk of malnutrition. Harvard Gazette
• Policy-based models, such as the EU's Green Deal, which aims to have 25% of agricultural land under organic farming by 2030, have accelerated the adoption of organic agriculture. PubMed Central (PMC)
• A clearer, science-based regulatory framework, supported by transparent communication and stakeholder engagement, will be crucial for advancing the responsible adoption of CRISPR-based innovations in Indian agriculture. PubMed Central (PMC)

Last updated: 08 June 2026