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The Potential for Scale and Sustainability in Weather Index Insurance for Agriculture and Rural Livelihoods
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In this article, the authors present the potential for scale and sustainability in weather index insurance for agriculture and rural livelihoods, the authors do not imply the expression of any opinion whatsoever on the part of IFAD concerning the legal status of any country, territory, city or area or of its authorities.Abstract:
Potential for scale and sustainability in weather index insurance for agriculture and rural livelihoods, The opinions expressed in this publication are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent those of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). The designations employed and the presentation of material in this publication do not imply the expression of any opinion whatsoever on the part of IFAD concerning the legal status of any country, territory, city or area or of its authorities, or concerning the delimitation of its frontiers or boundaries. The designations " developed " and " developing " countries are intended for statistical convenience and do not necessarily express a judgement about the stage reached by a particular country or area in the development process. This publication or any part thereof may be reproduced without prior permission from IFAD, provided that the publication or extract therefrom reproduced is attributed to IFAD and the title of this publication is stated in any publication and that a copy thereof is sent to IFAD.read more
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