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] The greenhouse project is expected to play a key role in expanding year-round vegetable production, reducing reliance on imports, and supporting Kazakhstan's broader goals of agricultural modernization and food security. The Astana Times
• [New] Some 35 million people in Nigeria are at risk of hunger in 2026, with three million children at risk of severe malnutrition, following cuts to international food aid. Everything Briefing
• [New] The urgency for climate adaptation in developing economies is staggering, with annual funding needs projected to hit $300 billion by 2030 to safeguard infrastructure, agriculture, and water systems from climate impacts. Council Fire
• [New] Nigeria is facing one of its worst hunger crises in a decade, with nearly 35 million people projected to experience acute food insecurity during the 2026 lean season. Secretary-General
• [New] More than one million people in northeast Nigeria could soon lose access to vital food and nutrition assistance, unless urgent funding is secured. Secretary-General
• [New] Clarity on the credibility and safety of novel technologies like alternative proteins, the adoption of practices such as regenerative agriculture, and a focus on food sovereignty, will be key as the global food sector approaches its most defining period. BSI
• [New] The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has published its Emergency and Early Recovery Response Plan for Ukraine for 2026-2028, outlining priority actions to protect agricultural livelihoods, restore productive capacity and support Ukraine's agrifood sector. FAO-LOW
• [New] By 2026, vertical farming systems are projected to reduce urban agriculture water usage by up to 95%. Farmonaut
• [New] To thrive, not merely survive, UK agriculture must become agile, robust and opportunity driven. Carter Jonas
• [New] Leveraging seasonal forecasts from authoritative sources like the CPC and global meteorological agencies helps agribusinesses anticipate shifts in weather-related inputs, optimize forage and feed supply chains, and support resilient herd nutrition programs amidst climate variability. eDairyNews-EN
• [New] Recent consumer insights show most adults plan to focus on better nutrition in the year ahead and feel confident doing so when meals are built around familiar, easy-to-use foods. The Shelby Report
• [New] The global food system and the future of agriculture is increasingly fragile and at risk, and it requires collective action to transform it in the face of increasing climate pressures, soil degradation, water scarcity and extreme weather events. Bizclik Media Ltd
• [New] Central Asia faces significant food security challenges, particularly with vulnerabilities in key commodities like sugar, cooking oil, and tea. News Central Asia (nCa)
• [New] If current trends in decarbonization, desertification, and chemical contamination continue, much of the fertile soil layer essential for food production could be compromised within decades, with repercussions for nutritional quality, supply stability, and global food security. OBSERVER RESEARCH FOUNDATION ( ORF )
• [New] Automated irrigation controllers will remain a critical technology for climate resilience, cost saving, and scalable agriculture in 2026. Farmonaut
• [New] Keeping food trade open will remain critical to food security in 2026. UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
• [New] ADB has announced it will expand food and nutrition security investments to $40 billion between 2022 and 2030, including $26 billion for the 2025-2030 period. Devex
• [New] By 2030, CEA will move beyond being an alternative farming model and emerge as a core pillar of global food security, urban resilience, and sustainable agriculture. Cision PR Newswire
• [New] The frequency and severity of extreme weather events like floods, droughts, heatwaves, and unseasonal frosts are increasing, threatening farm productivity and food security on a global scale. Farmonaut
• [New] Persistent pollution and greenhouse gas emissions threaten long-term sustainability and resilience of global agriculture. Farmonaut
• [New] Up to 60% of large-scale agriculture programs globally will integrate digital tools like GPS-guided machinery, IoT sensors, and drones into their core curricula. Farmonaut
• [New] By investing in inclusive, locally led climate solutions, Canada is helping communities adapt to their changing environments, strengthen food security, and create sustainable economic opportunities. Open Access Government

Last updated: 26 January 2026