Agroinsurance

Cambodia - ARDB provides $440M in loans to bolster agricultural sector

The government has provided financing packages to ARDB to offer loans to the agriculture sector to boost production and export of agricultural products.

Drones help plant researchers detect soybean dicamba damage from the sky

Drones can now detect subtle soybean canopy damage from dicamba at one ten-thousandth of the herbicide's label rate—simulating vapor drift—eight days after application.

USA - USDA Boosts Camelina Crop Insurance, Supporting Biofuel Producers and Diversification in Agriculture

Farmers nationwide can expect expanded insurance options for a crop gaining popularity in the energy sector.

India - Dr Jitendra Singh calls for paradigm shift in agriculture sector

Technology in agriculture has progressed rapidly under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership over the past 11 years, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh said on Monday, calling for a paradigm shift in the agriculture sector by embracing cutting-edge technology and fostering greater synergy among stakeholders.

Microalgae may offer a carbon-capturing alternative to marine oils in fish feed

Ateam of European research organizations has partnered with companies within the steel and aquaculture industries to study the potential microalgae may have to harness carbon dioxide.

Typhoon Danas causes $8.9m crop losses in Taiwan

The Ministry of Agriculture reports that Typhoon Danas caused agricultural damage estimated at NT$257.16 million (US$8.86 million), heavily impacting pomelos.

Brunei launches Southeast Asia’s first net-zero, solar-powered shrimp farm

FDI-backed Jets Sdn Bhd has launched what it bills as Southeast Asia’s first net-zero, solar-powered aquaculture facility in Serasa, which will use AI technology to cultivate blue shrimp.

Spain risks losing EU fisheries funds amid spending delays, official warns

Aurora de Blas, Spain's Director General of Fisheries and Aquaculture Management, has called for redoubling efforts to spend European Union fisheries funds, warning that the country risks losing money under a "decommitment rule" being applied for the first time this year.

USA - State Agriculture Commissioner Announces $1 Million Available for Farm and Food Organizations to Upgrade Equipment

In Partnership with USDA, Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program Offers Competitive Grants for Projects Designed to Strengthen Food System.

Biochar & Rock Dust: Unlocking The Future Of Climate-Smart Agriculture

As the world seeks urgent solutions to decarbonize food systems, two nature-based technologies are gaining traction for their ability to tackle multiple challenges at once:Biochar Carbon Removal (BCR)andEnhanced Rock Weathering (ERW).

Japan's Granja Fujikura eyes developing large-scale, high-tech agriculture in Vietnam

Granja Fujikura Group wishes to receive favorable conditions in Vietnam to develop large-scale, high-tech agriculture.

Scorching heat, drought hit Hungary, causing heavy crop losses

Extreme heat and worsening drought conditions have swept across Hungary, causing water levels in its major rivers to sharply decline, with crops suffering severe damage and losses.

Power outages worsen crop losses in Sudan

Hatem Abdelhamid stands among his date palms in northern Sudan, observing the impact of a prolonged power outage caused by the ongoing conflict.

Nigeria - Lagos to promote sustainable agricultural heritage through agritourism

The Lagos State Government has restated its unwavering commitment to promoting sustainable agricultural heritage through agritourism.

Bangladesh - Farida stresses stronger vaccination drive to combat livestock diseases

Fisheries and Livestock Adviser Farida Akhter on Sunday called for intensifying vaccination efforts to curb Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) and Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD), aiming to safeguard the country’s livestock and protect farmers from severe financial losses.