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24.05.2026

USA - Florida’s famed agriculture industry faces bumper crop of natural disasters

Farmers and industry leaders are hoping for federal aid and insurance policy changes to relieve multibillion-dollar losses.

24.05.2026

Severe Hailstorm and Flooding Devastate Farmland in Central Greece

Torrential rain, strong winds and intense hail battered rural communities, leaving thousands of acres of agricultural land flooded or heavily damaged as authorities assess the extent of the losses.

24.05.2026

USA - Long Island oyster operations look to bounce back after winter temperatures cause severe damage

"This winter was unprecedented, weather-wise - at least in my lifetime," said Peeko Oysters owner Peter Stein.

24.05.2026

ILO Workshop Empowers Cotton-Growing Communities in Uzbekistan on Labour Rights and Agricultural Insurance

The International Labour Organization convened a two-day interactive workshop in Jizzakh on 19–20 May 2026, bringing together cotton-growing communities from the Dustlik district in the Jizzakh region and the Syrdarya district in the Syrdarya region.

24.05.2026

USA - Nebraska Wheat Disaster Deepens as Drought Destroys Crops and Forces Cattle Sell-Offs

A devastating mix of drought, freezes and extreme weather has crippled Nebraska's wheat crop, pushing farmers toward insurance claims and herd reductions.

24.05.2026

Philippines - Cebu City upland drought: Tomatoes, bananas, local vegetables hardest hit

Tomatoes, bananas, eggplants, string beans, and other staple vegetables grown in mountain barangays here have suffered heavy damage from prolonged dry conditions.

21.05.2026

India - ₹247 crore released to provide UP farmers’ crop insurance

UP govt approved Rs 450 crore subsidy as part of the National Crop Insurance Programme (NCIP), a crucial protective measure for farmers amid instances of crop damage caused by inclement weather.

21.05.2026

Philippines - Pioneer sees growing demand for ‘sachet-style’ insurance

Pioneer Group of Companies sees rising demand for “sachet-style” insurance products as climate-related risks heighten vulnerabilities among low-income communities in the Philippines.

21.05.2026

Foreign Investors Target Nigerian Insurance Firms Ahead of Recapitalisation Deadline

Foreign investors are increasingly seeking majority stakes in Nigerian insurance companies ahead of the sector’s recapitalisation deadline, reflecting growing confidence in the industry’s long-term growth prospects and expected market consolidation.

21.05.2026

Flood damage adds new pressure on South Africa’s agriculture sector

South Africa’s agriculture sector is facing mounting pressure from recent floods in the Western Cape and other parts of the country, even as prospects for strong harvests in several subsectors remain positive, according to the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz).

21.05.2026

Philippines - Capisnon farmers receive indemnity checks from PCIC, boosting agricultural recovery efforts

A total of 384 farmers from the municipalities of Dao, Cuartero, and Dumarao received indemnity checks from the Philippine Crop Insurance Corporation during a distribution event held on May 19, at the Cuartero Civic Center.

21.05.2026

USA - San Joaquin cherry crop hit by heat and rain damage

Cherry growers across California are reporting major crop losses following early-season heat and rain events that affected fruit set, quality, and harvest conditions during the 2026 season.

20.05.2026

Georgian spring frosts damage seasonal fruit crops

April frosts have seriously damaged seasonal fruit crops in Georgia, according to agronomist and farmer Akaki Glonti, who commented on the situation amid continuing price growth.

20.05.2026

USA - USDA Announces Updates to Livestock and Dairy Insurance Programs

Changes to several Risk Management Agency programs are set to begin with the 2027 crop year.

20.05.2026

Philippines - Bong Go pushes heat safety measures ahead of possible Super El Niño

Sen.Bong Gocalled for stronger heat-health protocols, workplace safety measures, and crop insurance protection as the country prepares for a possible Super El Niño that could worsen droughts, trigger water shortages, and disrupt agriculture and public health.

20.05.2026

USA - New Jersey declares State of Emergency and seeks Disaster designation after April freeze causes USD 300 million in crop losses

New Jersey declared a State of Emergency on May 20, 2026, and requested a federal Disaster designation after freezing temperatures between April 19 and 22 caused widespread agricultural damage across the state during a critical growing stage.

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