This project evaluates new agricultural technologies that stabilize crop yields and rural incomes in the face of environmental shocks that historically have led to decreased food intake and irreversible, long-term negative impacts especially among young children.

The main goal of this research is to compare two alternatives – conventional versus index insurance – in the specific context of Ecuador.

This project seeks to test an area-based yield (ARBY) insurance scheme for small and medium sized producers in selected valleys of the Peruvian coast.