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• [New] Changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program introduce work requirements for able-bodied adults without dependents and require states with high payment error rates to cover 5% to 15% of program costs starting in 2028. IndraStra Global
• [New] The sustainable supply chain in agriculture could generate over 70 million new jobs worldwide by 2025, spanning crop management, logistics, analytics, compliance, and carbon accounting. Farmonaut
• [New] New funding will help provide nutrition support and restore clean drinking water supplies, as Sudan faces both famine and a devastating cholera outbreak. GOV.UK
• [New] AI innovations such as precision agriculture, predictive analytics for disease and pest management, autonomous machinery, and AI-driven crop monitoring are disruptive forces, enhancing yields, sustainability, and food security worldwide. Farmonaut
• [New] The relatively early deployment of onshore wind in the UK means that growing numbers of wind farms are expected to come offline in the next decade. GOV.UK
• [New] Japan cuts commercial food waste by 58%, marking major progress toward its 2030 goal of 100% reduction and driving sustainable practices in the food sector. FoodNavigator-Asia.com
• [New] In a significant development that could reshape international trade dynamics, the United States has announced a potential 17% tariff on European Union food exports. County Local News
• [New] The MoU will strengthen research collaborations across sectors like agriculture and health and it will also support the Mutebile Centre to assist private sector growth, which is crucial in lifting Africa out of poverty. Makerere University News
• [New] Whiles easier access to food can underpin positive health development in several regions in Africa, in Southern Africa it might simultaneously exacerbate existing vulnerabilities that ultimately shorten life expectancy. BioMed Central
• [New] In Eastern and Southern Africa, even with improved food readiness, high burden of infectious disease and periodic climatic shocks could persistently strain health systems, muting the benefits of food security. BioMed Central
• [New] In Africa, where climatic unpredictability exacerbates food shortages and raises health risks, food security and climate change are crucial determinants influencing health outcomes. BioMed Central
• [New] Any deterioration in security could negatively impact growth and worsen food insecurity. Latest News In Nigeria, Nigeria News Today, Your Online
• [New] With a global push towards sustainability and food resilience, fermentation will remain an integral component of strategies aimed at ensuring food security for all. Barry News
• [New] The trend towards traditional preservation methods is expected to persist as we approach 2025, with a focus on sustainability and authenticity in food production. Barry News
• [New] Key sectors like agriculture, automotive manufacturing, and mining in South Africa could face serious disruptions if the trade deal is not renewed. TechTrendsKE
• [New] Pangasius is a key fish species that provides economic opportunities for farmers and a dependable, nutritious product for consumers globally. Nature
• [New] The world population is rapidly increasing and is projected to reach 9.8 billion by 2050, leading to a doubling in the demand for food from aquatic sources also emerging need of a blue revolution and ensure long-term aquatic food production that meets societal challenges and viability. Nature
• With over 200 million inhabitants and growing demand for food and energy, Nigeria has set itself the target of achieving a GDP of one trillion dollars by 2030. Lupicinio
• Economic: Water scarcity may cut India's GDP by 6% by 2050 (World Bank), affecting agriculture & industries. PMF IAS
• Multiple Jolly Rancher sweets sold in the UK have been recalled as they contain products that make them unsafe to eat and they do not comply with UK laws, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) has warned. News and Star
• Around half of the world's population currently suffers from high water stress at least one month per year, threatening secure delivery of water, food, health, jobs, and energy. WaterBlog@KTH: Reflect, Rethink, Refill
• Weather-related crop shortfalls in southern Malawi and eastern Madagascar threaten food security, highlighting vulnerabilities to climate change and SDG 13 (Climate Action). sdgtalks EN

Last updated: 08 July 2025