Agroinsurance

USA - NYSERDA grants $7 million to co-locate solar and agriculture throughout New York

NYSERDA today announced over $7 million has been awarded to projects that co-locate solar and agricultural operations in New York State.

Canada - Nova Scotia drought impacts wild blueberry crop and raises prices

Nova Scotia wild blueberries are seeing strong prices following a significantly short crop this season. This comes even though there was a good start to the season.

Togo inventor develops Africa’s first agricultural robot

In Lomé, Togo, inventor and entrepreneur Sam Kodo is developing new robotic solutions for agriculture and education using recycled materials.

India - Assam dairy, livestock conclave calls for tech upgrade, rural growth

A two-day conclave focused on strengthening Assam’s dairy, livestock, and cooperative sectors concluded on Wednesday at Raj Bhavan, marking a significant step toward boosting rural entrepreneurship and sustainable growth.

Dutch technology increases agricultural yield in Colombia by 142%

Colombia is rapidly emerging as an attractive destination for international agricultural innovation.

First Water Secures €24M Investment for Salmon Farming Expansion in Iceland

First Water, based in Iceland, has embarked on an ambitious project to enhance its land-based salmon farming operations in Þorlákshöfn. The latest investment round has secured €24M, marking another step toward advancing sustainable aquaculture in the region. With this funding, the company aims to increase its production capacity by developing new facilities designed to accommodate rising global demand for high-quality salmon.

UK - Farmers struggle as extreme weather devastates key crop: 'Some of the worst harvests on record'

Years of extreme weather have devastated U.K. wheat harvests. Over the past five years, the country has lost enough grain to bake more than 4 billion loaves of bread.

Green Climate Fund Approves USD 20 Million Capital Infusion in Kshema General Insurance to Strengthen Climate Resilience for Indian Farmers

Kshema General Insurance Limited has received approval for a USD 20 million capital infusion from the Green Climate Fund (GCF), the world’s largest climate fund established under the Paris Agreement.

EU project NEXRUR launches in Europe to strengthen rural regions economically

Following its successful launch in Xiamen, China, the EU-China project NEXRUR has celebrated its launch in Europe.

South Australia’s new $27.4 million barge restores vital routes for livestock and tourism

South Australia’s outback communities and industries have welcomed the launch of a new heavy vehicle barge at Cooper Creek, a pivotal development in the region’s recovery from extensive flood damage.

Ireland’s aquatech sector poised to become a global hub

Ireland’s expanding aquatech sector – already valued at €165 million and supporting more than 900 jobs – is on the brink of growth, with potential for investment, the BIM Blue Ambition 2025 aquatech innovation conference heard.

South Korean enterprises show interest in developing green agriculture in Vietnam

An increasing number of South Korean entrepreneurs are turning their attention to Vietnam, believing in the country's economic growth potential and its goals for green and low-emission agricultural development.

India - Grape farmers in TN’s Theni hit by crop damage, falling prices

Grape growers in Tamil Nadu’s Theni district are facing mounting losses as the early spell of the northeast monsoon has caused extensive damage to standing crops, while market prices for the popular ‘Panneer’ variety have plummeted.

South Africa - Santam starts onboarding farmers under SA’s first parametric insurance licence

Santam has started onboarding farmers under its newly approved parametric insurance licence – the first and only licence of its kind issued in South Africa thus far.

USA - Governor Ivey awards HudsonAlpha over $2 million for agricultural and forestry-related projects

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has awarded HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnologyover $2 million through theAlabama Research and Development Advancement Fundto support three initiatives using biotechnology to strengthen Alabama’s agriculture and forestry sectors.