Global Scans · Food & Agriculture · Weekly Summary

• [New] By 2026, over 75% of precision agriculture will rely on drone airspace and safety maps for field management. Farmonaut
• [New] By 2026, over 70% of large farms are projected to use GPS-based smart farming tools for precise field mapping. Farmonaut
• [New] Precision agriculture could increase crop yields by up to 25% using data-driven digital tools by 2026. Farmonaut
• [New] By 2026, over 70% of global farms are projected to adopt AI-driven digital agriculture solutions. Farmonaut
• [New] Investor Note: Investment in smart sprinkler systems and precision irrigation technologies is predicted to grow by 20% annually through 2028, driven by the need for sustainable and data-driven farming solutions. Farmonaut
• [New] In the decade ahead, big sprinklers, pro sprinklers, toro sprinklers, nelson sprinklers, and the new breed of precision sprinklers will remain pivotal to productive, sustainable, and resilient agriculture globally. Farmonaut
• [New] Agricultural trade remains fundamental to global food security, as climate shocks, fertilizer price volatility, and trade restrictions threaten vulnerable economies. ITRC
• [New] Targeted investments of USD 3-4 billion in nature-based solutions across Africa could generate more than USD 7 billion in avoided climate losses by 2100, while strengthening food security, protecting infrastructure and supporting livelihoods. Global Center on Adaptation
• [New] North America still holds a large share of vertical farming revenue, though Asia-Pacific is the fastest-growing region, with a CAGR of about 18% through 2031, driven by population density, limited arable land, and government initiatives. Programming Helper
• [New] The EU's Farm to Fork Strategy mandates a 50% reduction in chemical pesticide use by 2030, creating regulatory tailwinds for mechanical weeding robots and precision application technologies. Sustainability Atlas
• [New] FDA plans to take advantage of tech advancements such as AI-predictive models based on food supply chain datasets - across growth, harvest, transportation, manufacturing, and distribution - to support more predictive and risk-based food safety oversight. Morrison Foerster
• [New] In 2026, FDA plans to issue draft guidance addressing food labeling for online grocery shopping, including the online presentation of Nutrition Facts, ingredients, and allergen information. Morrison Foerster
• [New] The world will need to produce about 60% more food to feed a global population of more than nine billion people by 2050. KFDA
• [New] A major new global study finds that even after farmers adapt, climate change will significantly reduce the world's ability to produce food. Climate Tech Venture Review
• [New] Climate change could expose more than 1 billion people to food crises by 2100, a new study using an AI model shows. Insurance Journal
• [New] For agriculture, 2026 is identified as a pivotal year, with export turnover expected to reach 73-74 billion USD, up nearly 4 billion USD from 2025. / Vietnam Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)
• [New] According to the World Economic Forum, to align with the 1.5-degree pathway, the amount of global cropland managed using regenerative agriculture would need to increase from 15% to 40% by 2030. sustainalytics.com
• [New] As part of the National Regional Partnership Plans, EU countries will have €453 billion to deliver on national needs, including for agriculture and rural areas, through country-specific CAP recommendations. Agriculture and rural development
• [New] The Common Agricultural Policy after 2027 has a central place within the EU's next budget to deliver on the strategic orientations provided by the Vision for Agriculture and Food. Agriculture and rural development
• [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] Global demand for blue food such as fish, shellfish and algae is expected to roughly double by 2050, a surge that is pushing aquaculture into the center of the world's food security debate and sharpening questions about how seafood can be produced sustainably and fairly. Sea West News

Last updated: 03 February 2026