Thesis Abstract

<p> This project aims to investigate the use of parametric insurance in agriculture and its impact on risk management for farmers and insurers. The study will explore the application of parametric insurance as a tool to mitigate agricultural risks, such as crop yield fluctuations, extreme weather events, and natural disasters. It will analyze the effectiveness of parametric insurance in providing timely and reliable financial assistance to farmers based on predefined triggers, thereby enhancing their resilience to production and income losses. By delving into the intersection of parametric insurance and agriculture, this research seeks to provide valuable insights into the evolving landscape of agricultural risk management. <br></p>

Thesis Overview

<p> </p><div>Agriculture is inherently exposed to various risks, including weather-related perils, market fluctuations, and production uncertainties, which can significantly impact farmers' livelihoods and food security. In this context, parametric insurance has emerged as a potential risk management tool that offers timely and predictable financial support to farmers in the event of predefined triggers being met, such as adverse weather conditions or yield shortfalls. This project seeks to investigate the use of parametric insurance in agriculture, focusing on its implications for agricultural risk management, farmer resilience, and insurance practices.</div><div>The integration of parametric insurance into agricultural risk management presents a compelling area of study, as it offers insights into the evolving paradigms of risk transfer, financial protection, and resilience-building for farmers. By examining the application of parametric insurance in agriculture, this research will shed light on the effectiveness of parametric triggers, the challenges and opportunities associated with parametric insurance, and its role in addressing agricultural risks.</div><div>The study will delve into the comparison of traditional indemnity-based insurance with parametric insurance, addressing the unique features and benefits of parametric insurance in providing rapid and reliable financial assistance to farmers. It will also analyze case studies and empirical evidence of parametric insurance effectiveness in agriculture, offering insights into farmer perspectives and experiences with parametric insurance products.</div><div>Furthermore, the research will explore the implications of parametric insurance for farmers, insurers, and policymakers, addressing the benefits and challenges of parametric insurance for agricultural risk management, financial resilience, and policy considerations. By providing recommendations for farmers, insurers, and policymakers, this study aims to offer a comprehensive understanding of the use of parametric insurance in agriculture and identify areas for future research and innovation in this evolving field.</div> <br><p></p>