Our Scans · (LF.12) Responsible Consumption and Production · 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 12: Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.

• [New] Sustainability and ethical sourcing continue to be top priorities for F & B companies, and Vitafoods Europe 2026 will spotlight how companies are using sustainable ingredients and production methods to appeal to the eco-conscious consumer. CNS Media
• [New] Urban agriculture could contribute 5-10% of global vegetable production. CNS Media
• [New] Urban agriculture could produce up to 28% (20 million metric tons) of vegetables annually, potentially fulfilling nearly one-third of Europe's current vegetable production, scientists in the Netherlands and Germany estimate. CNS Media
• [New] India is the swing factor - a severe monsoon failure could remove 4-5 million tonnes from Indian production. The Commodity Report
• [New] Today, Fermeate has partnerships with four global food and ingredient companies, where it has achieved up to a 200% increase in protein production in less than six months, with potential for up to 10 x improvement. AgFunderNews
• [New] Research has found that it will be impossible to reach global emission reduction targets - even if radical cuts are made to fossil fuels - without major cuts to global livestock consumption. Inside Climate News
• [New] Consumption and demand patterns will shift considerably over the next decade as populations age, new consumption centers emerge, and younger generations increasingly dominate the consumer market. Yahoo Finance
• [New] The rising consumption of gaskets in oil & gas and automotive industries will push the demand of the North America industrial gaskets market. Polaris
• [New] & gas, chemicals, power generation, and heavy engineering The industrial gaskets landscape in North America is projected to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period at a CAGR of 4.95% driven by rising consumption of gaskets in oil & gas and automotive industries. Polaris
• [New] Supply chain disruptions and uncertainty around US tariffs have put pressure on alcohol companies already dealing with declining consumption after the COVID-19 pandemic-era peaks. CNS Media
• [New] There is a significant risk to UK beer supply driven by constrained CO2 production, a byproduct of fertilizer manufacturing. CNS Media
• [New] Europe's beer and beverage industries face a CO2 crisis, as ammonia plant shutdowns and rising energy costs threaten production and pricing stability. CNS Media
• [New] Reduced access or forced relocation of production could accelerate the erosion of Europe's industrial base. investing.com
• [New] Iran's upstream infrastructure is aging, and prolonged inactivity risks permanent damage to reservoirs and production facilities, turning what should be a cyclical restart into something far more uncertain, if not structurally impaired. investing.com
• [New] ABARES forecasts beef production to fall 6% in 2026-27 as slaughter declines. / China Westpac IQ
• [New] China's new safeguard quotas are expected to materially reduce beef exports in H2 2026, while weaker crop production will limit wheat and canola exports after several strong seasons. Westpac IQ
• [New] While investment in renewable energy may be on the rise, fossil fuel consumption is continuing to grow, pushing global climate pollution to new highs and threatening communities across the Pacific, Australia and the world. Greenpeace Australia Pacific
• [New] More frequent and intense extreme heat waves are threatening food production worldwide. valorinternational
• [New] The energy sector will see significant investment in 2026-27, both in domestic renewables capacity and in supporting greater production and export capacity in the natural gas sector. CNBC
• [New] Even with best-case improvements in output, DRAM production in 2027 could fall 40% short of expected demand. Ars Technica
• [New] Demand destruction has already begun in gas markets, while fertilizer shortages will impact food production and prices for much of the rest of the year and beyond. financialpost
• [New] Downside risks persist: a slowdown in the US economy could sharply impact remittances, which account for nearly 20% of GDP and are vital for household consumption. Allianz Trade Corporate

Last updated: 04 May 2026