Agroinsurance

AVA-ASAJA urges the EU to enforce cold treatment standards on South Africa

The EU's TRACES platform has reported another detection of the false moth (Thaumatotibia leucotreta) in oranges from South Africa.

India - Andaman Farmers Trained in Modern Goat Farming, Livestock Insurance and Institutional Credit

Farmers in New Bimblitan received practical training on modern goat farming, with the Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services focusing on scientific livestock management and access to government support schemes.

Canada - EF1 tornado confirmed in Wellesley Township, 2 others confirmed in Tavistock

An EF1 tornado touched down in Wellesley Township, just north of Wellesley.

Nigeria - Insurance, a strategic instrument for economic stability

The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has disclosed that insurance is far more than financial service “It is a strategic instrument for economic stability”.

Spain - Reefer technologies and cold-chain solutions in focus in Madrid

MSC will exhibit at Fruit Attraction 2026, which will take place from 6 to 8 October at IFEMA MADRID – Exhibition Center, Av. Partenon 5, 28042, Madrid. The event will run from 9:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., closing at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.

Polish apple exporters face unstable prices amid conflicting crop estimates

The upcoming Polish apple season is being shaped by uncertainty over prices and conflicting information about the size of the crop, says Mohamed Marawan, managing director for Polish apple exporter Sarafruit.

NAIC’s recapitalisation failure puts Nigeria’s farm insurance at risk

For millions of Nigerian farmers, insurance is the thin line between a bad season and financial ruin. A flood can erase a year’s harvest overnight; disease can wipe out livestock; drought can turn costly inputs into unrecoverable losses.

USA - Tariffs squeeze Ohio farmers as rising costs deepen a crisis across agriculture

Ohio farmers are being squeezed by tariffs, higher input costs and foreign competition, raising concerns over cash flow, investment and farm profitability.

Philippines - 5K farmers in Laoag to receive crop insurance from city gov't

More than 5,000 farmers and fisherfolk in this city will get added protection from the effects of adverse weather conditions through crop insurance, strengthening the safety net for agricultural producers whose livelihoods remain vulnerable to typhoons, drought, floods, and other natural hazards.

USA - University of Idaho lands $6 million to help farmers cut crop loss

The University of Idaho received part of a $6 million grant to study a specific crop problem that can cost farmers part of their harvest each year: stalk lodging.

USA - Hurricane Lowell leaves Kauai farm racing to save shrimp, assess crop damage

Hurricane Lowell knocked out power to Kauai Alum Farms, leaving the company racing to keep about 20 out of their 40 shrimp ponds operating while assessing widespread damage across its agricultural fields.

USA - Stormy summer leading to crop insurance reminders ahead of harvest

The crop claims manager with COUNTRY Financial says harvest season is one of the most important times of year for farmers to communicate with their crop insurance agent.

High-value crop losses reach US$24 million after Philippine storms

The Philippine agricultural sector has recorded damage and losses following the enhanced Southwest Monsoon, or Habagat, and tropical cyclones Luis, Maymay, Neneng, and Pilandok, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA).

France Recognizes 2026 Drought Crop Losses in 18 Departments

The fast-tracked decision lets uninsured farmers file compensation claims within days, with first payments expected in October.

USA - Rokstone Agriculture hits $125 million as livestock demand grows

Five years of growth across 47 states points to a specialist market that standard carriers still largely avoid.