Agroinsurance

Japan looks to save seafood and seaweed farming from warming oceans

From Pacific saury to seaweed to shrimp, ocean warming stemming from climate change is having an adverse effect on marine species all over the world.

India - Poor snowfall in Kashmir hits tourism & agriculture

Even though the winter is over half way through in Kashmir, the region has experienced very little snowfall this year and as a result, its economy, dependent on horticulture and tourism, faces a severe challenge.

Ogun State Secures $2.5 Billion Investment from JBS of Brazil to Boost Livestock Sector

Ogun State is set to witness a major boost in its livestock sector as JBS of Brazil, the worlds largest protein producer, has committed to investing $2.5 billion in Nigeria’s livestock industry through a strategic partnership with the state government.

Vietnam’s aquatic exports poised to hit 11 billion USD landmark

Vietnam will focus on improving quality and production efficiency rather than expanding shrimp and tra fish farming areas in 2025.

Nigeria - Flood: Kebbi support 16,000 farmers for ‘Residual Moisture Crop Production’

The Kebbi State Government says it has supported no fewer than 16,000 farmers through Residual Moisture Crop Production to enable them recover from last years devastating floods.

USA - Smallest pear crop in 40 years leaves growers reeling

A historic deep freeze last year has shrunk U.S. pear production, with Northwest growers expecting the smallest crop in 40 years.

Nigeria - Wild midnight fire razes village, destroys homes, livestock, grain silos

Wild midnight fire razes village, destroys homes; community left to battle flames to contain damage.

USA - Enhanced Crop Insurance Coverage in 2025 To Protect Profits

Currently, budgets for corn and soybean production by Illinois Farmers is projected to be below breakeven on profitability.

India - Farmers demand immediate water release to save withering crops in Srivaikuntam

Farmers association say paddy crops on about 8,000 acres of land are in danger; they have also demanded stern action against those involved in smuggling fertilizers in Kovilpatti.

Reprieve for farmers as Kenya signs deal to export vegetables and fruits to Italy

Kenya in partnership with the Agricultural Food Authority (AFA) has signed an MoU that will see Fruits and vegetables exported to Italy.

Nigeria - First Lady empowers 200 Anambra farmers with agricultural support

The wife of the President, Oluremi Tinubu, has empowered no fewer than 200 farmers from across the 21 local government areas of Anambra State with agricultural training, financial support, and farm equipment.

Total cost of UK livestock worrying falls by quarter to £1.8m

The total cost of livestock worrying across the UK has plummeted by a quarter to £1.8m, according to new figures released today.

USA - UF/IFAS risk assessments sustain Florida’s $191M aquaculture industry

From vibranttropical fishfor aquarium enthusiasts tosucculent shellfishserved as the center of the plate, Floridas aquaculture industry serves as an economic powerhouse and anational leader.

Agrochemicals Market Surge Driven by Innovations in Crop Protection and Yield Enhancement

Agrochemicals industry growth is driven by rise in population base along with increasing demand for food, limited agricultural land, etc.

Specialty agriculture puts rural Chinese villages on road to prosperity

Specialty crops, food processing and rural tourism are helping villages across China strive for prosperity, moving along the path to development having successfully eradicated poverty.