Global Scans · 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] Despite the concerns expressed by farmers in the April survey about the impact of tariffs on farm incomes and availability of inputs for their farm operations, 70% of respondents said they expect the increased use of tariffs to strengthen the U.S. agricultural economy over the long term. Michigan Ag Today
• [New] Sustainable agriculture practices, including vertical farming, precision agriculture, and alternative protein sources, will become increasingly important to meet the growing global demand for food while minimizing environmental impact. The Environmental Literacy Council
• [New] A majority of producers said they believe the increased use of tariffs will ultimately benefit the U.S. agricultural economy; a view reflected in the stronger future expectations reading. InkFreeNews.com
• [New] Controlled environment agriculture (CEA) could play a central role in meeting nutritional needs in space-constrained urban areas. New Food Magazine
• [New] Diversification of Trade: Angola offers opportunities for Indian businesses in agriculture, mining, and infrastructure. Raman Academy
• [New] By increasing the production and export of wheat, Kazakhstan and Russia could contribute to meeting the growing global demand for food and play a prominent role in future global food security. Cambridge Core
• [New] Mali's sesame seed production is expected to continue growing in the coming years, supported by government initiatives to promote agricultural exports and improve farming practices. EssFeed
• [New] Sudan's sesame seed production is expected to grow in the coming years, supported by government initiatives to increase agricultural productivity and promote export-oriented farming practices. EssFeed
• [New] Given New Zealand's reputation for high-quality agricultural products and the global demand for sustainable farming practices, agritech presents a compelling investment opportunity. BritWealth
• [New] Funding cuts threaten to deepen hunger crisis as rising costs send more families to food banks: The Campaign Against Hunger was already struggling to feed thousands of families a week when the Trump administration pulled more than $1.3 million in grants. The Verardo Group's Substack
• The application of AI in agriculture has evolved, moving into 2025 we expect AI to play an increasingly important role in agricultural data analysis and decision-making. Agmatix
• In summary, obesity will remain the greatest global public health challenge in nutrition and lifestyle in the coming years. PubMed Central (PMC)
• Growers did not want to lose efficiencies in their operations and needed to maintain productive land with minimal risk to ensure food security for Australia. Australian Broadcasting Corporation
• Climate change is projected to affect multiple sectors across the UK economy, including agriculture, healthcare and infrastructure. Insurance Business
• Pests and pathogens represent a growing threat to not only health, welfare and food security, but also to the world's native plants and animal species. GOV.UK
• Lignocellulosic biomass, derived primarily from dedicated crops, agricultural waste, and forestry residue, exceeds 150 billion tons per year globally and presents enormous potential for the abundant production of biofuels and bioproducts from non-petroleum sources. BioMed Central
• Soil salinity is a critical global challenge that severely impairs crop productivity and soil health by disrupting water uptake, nutrient acquisition, and ionic balance in plants, thereby posing a significant threat to food security. SpringerLink
• Through frameworks such as the Common Agricultural Policy, Farm to Fork Strategy, and Food 2030, the EU has emphasized sustainable agriculture, supply chain resilience, and equitable access to food across its member states, ensuring food security while maintaining rigorous food safety standards. SpringerLink
• Innovative technology has the potential to address global challenges such as climate change, hunger, and poverty. Browvopetshop
• Morocco has been able to maintain agricultural activity and food supply thanks to years of investment in adaptation, especially through the Green Morocco Plan and now its successor, the Green Generation Strategy (2020-2030). Hespress English
• Improving agriculture output and attaining food security in Africa is currently a key priority, as stipulated in the African Union (AU) Agenda 2063 which outlines the need to achieve food security and transform the agriculture landscape in Africa. Mmegi

Last updated: 12 May 2025