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• [New] Ng Sze Kiat will share how fungi can become living models for circularity-turning organic by-products into higher-value food, medicine, and sustainable materials. AIA INTERNATIONAL
• [New] The UN SDG 2 promotes end of hunger, achievement of food security, improved diet and sustainable agriculture by 2030. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] Any breach in the food safety barrier leading to the emergence and spread of ARB and ARGs has multisectoral implications and threatens to reverse decades of human and animal health improvements globally. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] AI-powered crop data systems could boost global food security by up to 20% by 2025. Farmonaut
• [New] The intersection of artificial intelligence and agriculture is proving transformational in 2025 as the world faces escalating challenges from climate change food security threats. Farmonaut
• [New] In 2025, AI pest detection agriculture is not just about eliminating threats, but integrating smart management for truly sustainable, efficient, and profitable farming. Farmonaut
• [New] Aqua farming is expected to supply nearly 60% of global fish consumption by 2025, promoting sustainable seafood sources. Farmonaut
• [New] The ability to predict and model consumer preferences will reach levels of sophistication that will allow for accurate anticipation of global food trends. Blog de AI Chef Pro
• [New] A reduction in food VAT means reduced food prices for Swedish households, but it will not prevent continued increases in production costs. Just Food
• [New] Climate change poses an existential threat to global food security, with droughts, unpredictable weather, and pest outbreaks now more frequent than ever before. Farmonaut
• [New] The growing global population, projected to reach 10 billion by 2050, demands greater food production, underscoring the need to preserve and build healthy topsoil. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] Global Food Security Depends on Trusted, Real-Time Information: In today's world, delays or uncertainties in data can spell disaster amid unpredictable weather events or sudden pest outbreaks. Farmonaut
• [New] The Sustainable Development Goals, adopted in 2015, include a target of ending all forms of malnutrition by 2030, and plans are well underway for a potentially landmark nutrition for growth and the formulation of strong compact for nutrition. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] Scientists hope planting shrubs as edible shelters for sheep will help boost the survival of lambs, particularly twins, on West Australian farms. Australian Broadcasting Corporation
• Food manufacturing prices showed 0.6% monthly increases for imports with substantial 5.6% annual growth, reflecting global food inflation pressures and supply chain disruptions affecting agricultural commodity markets. The Global Statistics
• Rising food prices due to global supply disruptions can push inflation higher, prompting the MPC to hold or increase interest rates. Fox Davidson
• For developing countries such as Kenya, Nigeria, India, and Sri Lanka, CEA contributes to food security, safety and quality while promoting social equity and providing job opportunities. Nature
• Singapore aims to meet 30% of its nutritional needs by 2030 through advanced CEA technology to enhance food production and security. Nature
• The demand for feed additives is expected to be high owing to the growing demand for nutrient-rich meat products, globally. P&S Intelligence
• The overall demand for animal-derived food products is expected to grow by 60% by 2050, while the production of animal proteins is expected to grow by around 1.7% per year between 2010 and 2050. / USA P&S Intelligence
• In the coming years, the convergence of AI, drones and sustainability will reshape farming in India. BusinessLine

Last updated: 09 September 2025