Agroinsurance

New study shows how microalgae could help advance sustainable trout farming

In their latestpublicationin the journalFoods, researchers from the ecological aquaculture lab at UC Santa Cruz shared a sustainable seafood innovation years in the making.

UK - Stirling lands £3.84 million investment for marine aquaculture offshoot

The University of Stirling's Marine Environment Research Laboratory (MERL) has received a £3.84 million investment, to enhance its marine aquaculture research capacity.

India - Crop insurance scheme should cover damages caused by stray animals

It also recommended free compulsory crop insurance to small farmers with land holdings of up to 2 hectares.

Sri Lanka counts nuisance wildlife in bid to protect crops

Sri Lanka carried out a nationwide census Saturday of nuisance wildlife, including monkeys and peacocks, in a bid to prepare countermeasures to protect crops, officials said.

EU grants €15 million to modernize Cambodia’s agriculture, boost exports

The European Union (EU) Friday granted €15 million, approximately $16.38 million, to modernize Cambodia’s agricultural sector and improve farmers’ access to both domestic and global markets.

India - Rain and Hailstorm Bring Cooler Weather, Crop Damage Across Rajasthan

Philippines - PIRA seeks lower taxes for poor

Lower taxes for non-life protection will help Filipinos become more financially secure, especially agricultural workers and other lower-income earners, the Philippine Insurers and Reinsurers Association (PIRA) said.

UK - AHDB launches research to predict nutrient release from cover crops

A new four-month initiative, funded by AHDB and three water companies, aims to forecast nutrient release from cover crops.

India - Farmers take to streets across Telangana voicing concern over crop losses

Face dire situation due to drought conditions, water scarcity, irregular electricity supply; demand compensation.

Curaçao Invests 1.7 Million to Accelerate Growth in Agriculture and Livestock

The Council of Ministers has approved the Action Plan for Accelerated Growth in Agriculture and Livestock, allocating 1.7 million guilders for 2025. The initiative aims to strengthen local food production, reduce reliance on imports, and promote a sustainable and economically viable agricultural sector.

Atlantic Canada fish farmers group gets $473K for 2-year project

Atlantic Canada Fish Farmers Association getting money from ACOA to fund growth and development.

Nigeria - Kaduna livestock support vaccinates 360,000 animals against anthrax

Not more that 360,000 livestock have been vaccinated by the The Kaduna State Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support (L-PRES) in a statewide campaign aimed at preventing spread of anthrax.

Canada - Saskatchewan amends Crown land grazing lease formula to support livestock producers

The Saskatchewan government has revised its Crown land grazing lease rate formula in an effort to provide relief for livestock producers facing rising production costs.

Chinese scientists create carbon-based nanomaterial to boost crop growth and photosynthesis efficiency

A team of Chinese scientists has created a carbon-based nanomaterial derived from agricultural waste that significantly enhances plant photosynthesis, offering a potential breakthrough in crop growth and agricultural productivity.

NASA-ISRO Mission Wants to Help Farmers Map Land from Space to Optimize Planting and Harvesting Crops

TheNASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) mission is set to deploy a satellite that will provide farmers with a powerful data stream that could help them optimize planting and harvesting crops year round.