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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] In the short term, the further Russia advances and the more agricultural land is affected by fighting, the more production will fall. Centre for European Reform
• [New] Structural Economic Transformation: Implementing UBI could catalyze a structural transformation of India's economy by addressing the persistent issue of disguised unemployment in the agricultural sector. Drishti IAS
• [New] The agricultural sector, a cornerstone of Germany's economy, has experienced a heightened demand for specialized pest control solutions aimed at protecting crops and livestock from pest threats, thereby ensuring food security and successful harvests. Bonafide Research
• [New] French is particularly important in Africa, where French-speaking emerging markets offer strong business opportunities - especially in telecommunications, energy, and agriculture. El mejor traductor - Talkao
• [New] With a vast agricultural sector, and farmers representing a key voting bloc, India retains a cautious stance toward shipments that could compete with local production, reflecting concerns over rural livelihoods and food security. ADM Investor Services
• [New] 40% of drone companies believe that agriculture and precision farming are anticipated to drive the largest demand for drones in India by 2030, following the defence sector. Daily Excelsior
• [New] With the potential to reduce waste, provide renewable electricity, support sustainable agriculture, and reduce carbon emissions, biomass could become an essential cornerstone of the global transition to a low-carbon economy. EMS Power Machines - Steam Turbines, ORC Turbines, Wood
• [New] Climate Volatility: Unpredictable weather events and shifting global supply / demand further complicate agricultural planning in both advanced and emerging markets. Farmonaut
• [New] AI innovations such as precision agriculture, predictive analytics for disease and pest management, autonomous machinery, and AI-driven crop monitoring are disruptive forces, enhancing yields, sustainability, and food security worldwide. Farmonaut
• [New] Antimicrobial resistance poses a major threat to global health, food security, and sustainable development, contributing to approximately 1.3 million deaths each year. allAfrica.com
• [New] While the agricultural sector in South Africa showcases remarkable growth and potential, it is imperative to address the challenges posed by rising costs and external pressures. Trending Online
• [New] Key sectors like agriculture, automotive manufacturing, and mining in South Africa could face serious disruptions if the trade deal is not renewed. TechTrendsKE
• 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
• Ukrainian ports, despite enormous risks involved, ensure the sustainability of agricultural exports by sea routes, having increased exports to near pre-war level. Ukrinform
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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

Last updated: 14 July 2025