Global Scans · Food & Agriculture · Weekly Summary

• [New] Vertical farming - in every form from commercial-scale facilities to compact in-home kits - is a pivotal approach to addressing food security, urban sustainability, crop diversity, and environmental challenges for 2026 and beyond. Farmonaut
• [New] We will see by 2026, vertical crop farming will expand beyond leafy greens into a diverse array of crops, including tomatoes, strawberries, root vegetables, microgreens, and herbs. Farmonaut
• [New] Angus beef cows have undeniably cemented their position as the cornerstone of sustainable and profitable beef production methods, now taking center stage as the premier choice for modern farming in 2026 and beyond. Farmonaut
• [New] The UK agriculture sector in 2026 is now benefiting from a wide range of smart innovations in grain silos-technologies that enable farmers to remain competitive and sustainable in the face of rising global demand. Farmonaut
• [New] In 2026, the most popular vertical farming crops for home kits are leafy greens, culinary herbs, microgreens, and, with advanced kits, cherry tomatoes or strawberries. Farmonaut
• [New] The world has made almost no dent in halving food loss and waste by 2030. Climate Analytics
• [New] Policy decisions in the months ahead on tariffs, trade agreements and export promotion will play a major role in shaping the outlook for the farm economy in 2026 and beyond. / USA American Farm Bureau Federation
• [New] The increasing global demand for food, driven by population growth and shifting dietary patterns, will ensure the long-term strategic importance of agricultural output, even amidst short-term price fluctuations and trade disruptions. Mammoth Times
• [New] Producers benefit from efficient herds, high meat quality, and reduced inputs, aligning with sustainability goals for 2026 and beyond. Farmonaut
• [New] Challenges could include persistent supply chain bottlenecks, rising geopolitical tensions impacting trade, and the ongoing pressure to meet increasing global food demand with finite resources. FinancialContent
• [New] Alternative proteins - especially fermentation-derived ones - will be critical in expanding access to affordable, nutritious food globally. CNS Media
• [New] A billion-dollar wind farm with the potential to power more than 300,000 homes has opened in central Queensland after more than three years of construction. Australian Broadcasting Corporation
• As global food security comes under pressure from climate change, population growth, and resource depletion, the FAO's strategies gain even more importance in 2026 and beyond. Farmonaut
• With the global food security agenda intensifying in 2026, tillage nurseries are indispensable for productivity optimization - especially as climate variability and resource constraints grow. Farmonaut
• The most profitable horticulture crops in 2026 include premium red fruits, exotic vegetables, high-value flowers, and organic spices. Farmonaut
• Over 60% of horticulture farms worldwide are expected to adopt AI-powered crop monitoring by 2026. Farmonaut
• Protein demand is still going strong, but in 2025, it's increasingly shifting from sports nutrition and supplements to new food and beverage formats. DairyReporter.com
• US researchers have developed an AI system that predicts avocado firmness and internal quality with high accuracy, helping reduce food waste. CNS Media

Last updated: 28 October 2025