The fund should back private sector fund managers and speed the commercialization of emerging agri tech and practices in the country.
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EBRD backs Kazakhstan’s irrigation system upgrade
The development bank has approved a $180m loan that will help the country refurbish its aging and highly-inefficient irrigation network.
Mixed outlook for Australian agri: NAB
National Australia Bank expects cattle prices to fall further in 2017 due to softening demand abroad but is optimistic that weaker Australian dollar will help exports.
WEF explores the future of ‘uncertain’ food system
A fundamental transformation of existing food systems will be necessary before 2030 to ensure the world’s ability to meet human needs within environmental constraints, according to a recent analysis from the World Economic Forum (WEF).
Sanders cites drought’s agri impacts during Perry grilling
Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders pressed President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the US Energy Department on his record on climate change.
Goddard: ‘Very big disconnect’ in El Niño, La Niña science and related decisions
Lisa Goddard, director of Columbia University’s International Research Institute for Climate and Society, talks to Agri Investor about the impact of El Niño and La Niña on agriculture and the wider dialogue surrounding climate change.
US agri subsidies lead to pollution
US crop insurance subsidies cause inefficient farming and expensive pollution to waterways, a Union of Concerned Scientists paper argues.
Green Climate Fund grants $38m for Sri Lankan smallholders
The United Nations Development Programme project will improve water infrastructure and agricultural practices.
Biomass-based materials offer opportunities for sustainable forestry investors
Though using biomass-based products can be environmentally friendly, investors must monitor supply-chain risk to have a true impact.
China seeks private investment for irrigation improvements
The Chinese government is seeking private investment in irrigation projects for the country’s agriculture sector in order to shore up food security.