Disaster Insurance and Reinsurance Solutions in the Agriculture Sector

Event: Strengthening the Enabling Environment for Disaster Risk Financing

Disaster Insurance and Reinsurance Solutions in the Agriculture Sector

25 September 2018

Author / Speaker:

Arman Oza, Independent Consultant - Other materials by the author

Mayur Ankolekar, independent consultant - Other materials by the author

The agriculture sector faces various risks, such as climate change and rising prices of materials for production. Farmers deal with these risks using different methods, such as mixed cropping and staggered sowing. Agricultural insurance and government support can help, but a holistic agriculture risk management approach is recommended to ensure risks are reduced and farmer incomes are increased.

Geographical Focus:

Regional - Asia

Type of Content:

Learning Event

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