Agroinsurance

Philippines announces massive insurance relief for farmers hit by Typhoon Kristine

Extreme weather event affected over 80,000 farmers across 10 regions.

China - Advanced AI techniques enhance crop leaf disease detection in tropical agriculture

Researchers have made significant progress in the field of artificial intelligence by applying deep learning techniques to automate the detection and classification of crop leaf diseases.

Sustainable Agriculture Brings Hope to Food Insecure Communities in Somalia

Somalia has been affected by severe weather patterns for years, trapped in a cycle between drought and extreme flooding that continues to devastate communities. The country recently faced its worst drought in 40 years, affecting nearly half of its 19 million population and displacing over 1 million people.

New Zealand made crop-spraying robot is designed to reduce emissions and use less herbicide

The spraying of orchards and vineyards certainly isnt an eco-friendly process, with tractors spewing exhaust as they douse crops in herbicides and pesticides.

Agricultural Innovation MKTPlace: Grants for African and Latin American Farmers

Agricultural innovation has emerged as a pivotal force in transforming the agricultural landscape, particularly in developing regions such as Africa and Latin America. The Agricultural Innovation MKTPlace serves as a dynamic platform that connects farmers, researchers, and investors, facilitating the exchange of ideas, technologies, and resources.

Vietnam - Agriculture exports soar 20%, led by durian, coffee

Vietnams agriculture exports in the first 10 months surged 20% year-on-year to $51.74 billion, driven by durian, coffee and rice.

Phillipines - 86,000 farmers to receive P666.5M in aid for crop damage from Typhoon Kristine

Indemnification payments for crops damaged by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine have reached at least P666.5 million, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA).

India - 68% decline in farm fires compared to last year: Punjab agri minister

The state agriculture minister said the government, with an aim to equip farmers with the latest technology for effective residue management, has sanctioned 21,958 crop residue management (CRM) machines.

India - Governor of Tripura Visits ICAR-KVK, Dhalai to Promote Agricultural Innovation and Community Support

Governor N. Indrasena Reddy visited ICAR-KVK, Dhalai, promoting agricultural innovation and community support through initiatives in crop production, fisheries, and dairy.

India - Crop yields drop by 38 per cent in drought-hit Annamayya in Andhra

Farmers criticised the government for neglecting the plight of farmers in the district, who have been severely impacted by unfavourable weather conditions.

Canada - Variable yields and good quality in last Saskatchewan crop report of 2024

Yields were slightly above average during the 2024 harvest. The Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture released its final Crop Report of the year which provided a summary of what transpired this growing season.

USA - $1.5M grant goes toward students pursuing food, agriculture studies in Hawaiʻi

A handful of University of Hawaiʻi campuses have been awarded a $1.5 million grant to strengthen Native Hawaiian-serving institutions by supporting students in food and agricultural sciences.

Solomon Islands - Contributions of agriculture stakeholders hailed

The Minister of Agriculture and Livestock acknowledges the countrys farmers, fishermen, food workers and agricultural product exporters for being the backbone of the countrys food systems.

UK - Autumn Budget: Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms Agricultural Property Relief will apply up to £1m

Farming industry awaits as speculation mounts around changes to Agricultural Property Relief, Inheritance Tax and fuel duty.

Nigeria - Govt releases two new chicken breeds, 14 new high-yield crops varieties

The Federal Government of Nigeria has released two new chicken breeds and 14 new high-yield crop varieties towards increasing agricultural production and improving the nutritional status of Nigerians.