Global Scans · Food & Agriculture · Weekly Summary

• [New] Over the next decade, cultivated meat will evolve from a niche novelty to a mainstream protein source. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• [New] We will see nutritionally enhanced meats with optimized protein profiles and reduced saturated fats by 2027. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• [New] Cultivated meat will reach price parity with conventional meat by 2028-2030 for poultry and 2030-2033 for beef. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• [New] The Asia-Pacific region will represent 45% of global cultivated meat consumption by 2035, driven by population density, environmental concerns, and food security priorities. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• [New] Venture capital investment in cellular agriculture will exceed $50 billion over the next five years, driving accelerated innovation and scaling. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• [New] By 2029, multi-tissue cultivation will enable the creation of complex meat structures with authentic marbling and texture. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• [New] By 2030, cultivated meat will achieve price parity with premium conventional meat products in most developed markets. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• [New] Rising antibiotic resistance and growing threats to global food security from plant pathogens make bacteriophages an increasingly valuable alternative. ScienceDaily
• [New] As technology matures, smart indoor plant watering system solutions will play a pivotal role in supporting global water conservation and sustainable agriculture goals. Farmonaut
• [New] In 2025 and moving into 2026, smart plant watering systems have emerged as the pivotal innovation driving advancements in agriculture and home gardening alike. Farmonaut
• [New] The growing uncertainty surrounding trade policies, tariffs and potential supply chain disruptions could significantly impact both farm income and expenses in ways not currently reflected in USDA's estimates. American Farm Bureau Federation
• [New] The projected increase in farm income from 2024 to 2025 masks continued price pressures in key crops, declining receipts for some livestock producers, and persistent cost challenges. American Farm Bureau Federation
• [New] Scientists at the University of California, Davis, have created wheat plants capable of promoting the formation of their own fertilizer, a development that could lower global air and water pollution and reduce farming expenses. ScienceDaily
• [New] Agrivoltaic shading could boost farm income from potato production by $3.9bn (£2.95bn) in Germany alone. Positive News
• [New] The U.S. agricultural sector stands at a pivotal juncture, grappling with a confluence of high input costs and soft commodity prices that threaten farm profitability in 2025. Statesman-Examiner
• [New] Per capita red meat and poultry consumption is forecast to decline 0.7 pounds in 2025 then drop another 1 pound in 2026. / USA National Hog Farmer
• By 2028, the Scottish Government will deliver an end-to-end digital solution for issuing licences, permits, authorizations and certificates in areas such as food standards and education. UKAuthority
• Food delivery GMV is projected to reach $23 billion, with revenue nearing $2.4 billion in 2025. Bain
• By 2028, autonomous farming operations will become commercially viable at scale. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs' (Defra) upcoming Circular Economy Growth Plan will drive England's transition away from a take-make-waste model by promoting resource efficiency, reducing waste and supporting green jobs and infrastructure. GOV.UK

Last updated: 02 December 2025