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] At the 15th UN Biodiversity Conference in Montreal, Canada, in 2022, nations committed to reducing the risks associated with pesticide use in agriculture by 50% by 2030. Mirage News
• [New] Today, a widespread infestation across the entire Southern U.S. could result in multi-billion dollar losses, potentially disrupting food security and the consumer price index. FinancialContent
• [New] Farmers were suffering heavy losses, while more than two dozen former industry leaders sounded the alarm about the risk of a widespread collapse of American agriculture ahead of a $12 billion government bailout expected to reach growers this month. ADM Investor Services
• [New] By 2026, 40% of urban agriculture is projected to use advanced DIY aeroponics for leafy greens, herbs, and even specialty crops. Farmonaut
• [New] By 2030, analysts expect drone technology to be integrated across transportation, agriculture, defence, and emergency services. BUSINESS 2.0 NEWS
• [New] The latest 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans represent what federal officials are calling the most significant reset of U.S. nutrition policy in decades, emphasizing a decisive pivot back to a Food Pyramid format - but with a modern twist. DMA Delivers
• [New] Global demand for blue food such as fish, shellfish and algae is expected to roughly double by 2050, a surge that is pushing aquaculture into the center of the world's food security debate and sharpening questions about how seafood can be produced sustainably and fairly. Sea West News
• [New] Nutrition trends will focus on functional ingredients, personalized solutions, women's health, and holistic mental well-being. CNS Media
• [New] Whether managing a small farm or overseeing thousands of hectares, AI adoption will be the difference between thriving and surviving in agriculture beyond 2026. Farmonaut
• [New] By 2026, over 75% of precision agriculture will rely on drone airspace and safety maps for field management. Farmonaut
• [New] €30 billion will be needed for infrastructure, €21 billion for ecosystems and €12 billion for food security. Portal of the EU Mission on Adaptation to Climate Chang
• [New] Precision agriculture could increase crop yields by up to 25% using data-driven digital tools by 2026. Farmonaut
• [New] By 2026, over 70% of global farms are projected to adopt AI-driven digital agriculture solutions. Farmonaut
• [New] Resource depletion - from water scarcity to arable land loss - threatens food security worldwide. Farmonaut
• [New] Agricultural trade remains fundamental to global food security, as climate shocks, fertilizer price volatility, and trade restrictions threaten vulnerable economies. ITRC
• [New] Targeted investments of USD 3-4 billion in nature-based solutions across Africa could generate more than USD 7 billion in avoided climate losses by 2100, while strengthening food security, protecting infrastructure and supporting livelihoods. Global Center on Adaptation
• [New] Southeast Asia is among the world's most vulnerable regions to climate change: rising seas threaten coastal populations and infrastructure; changing rainfall patterns affect agriculture; extreme weather events increase in frequency and severity. The Economy
• [New] In agriculture, Thai farmers are using AI-powered analytics to optimize crop yields and predict pest outbreaks. The Economy
• [New] Without major investments in resilience, the UK will struggle to maintain food security and economic stability. Nature-based Solutions Initiative
• [New] According to the World Economic Forum, to align with the 1.5-degree pathway, the amount of global cropland managed using regenerative agriculture would need to increase from 15% to 40% by 2030. sustainalytics.com

Last updated: 09 February 2026