A key challenge to the development of successful livestock insurance in emerging markets is often a lack of data on the risks. As a result, livestock insurance is very often either unavailable or unaffordable for smallholder farmers.

A holistic approach to dealing with climate risks— one that includes but is not limited to insurance— is needed to help vulnerable communities become more resilient.

What is the microinsurance market like in China and how is it defined?

This report is based on results from a detailed Supply-side Landscape study of insurers in which every insurance company in Nigeria was contacted, including a qualitative survey.