Agriculture
Israeli authorities foil smuggling attempt of unsafe beef, pork fat worth over NIS 1 million
While pork fat has long been used in cosmetics, the products in the seized shipment did not meet the necessary safety standards for food-grade items.
Kosher or cruel? The Jewish ethical dilemma of factory-farmed meat
Farming under fire: Feeding Israel in crisis - opinion
Israel's drought is a public health and food security crisis - opinion
US charges two Chinese scientists with smuggling devastating crop-killing fungus
The Federal Bureau of Investigation said that the fungi was described a “potential agroterrorism weapon” in scientific journals.
Org. launches 'Northward' project to support farms in Israel's North
Farmers in the north have been lacking the agricultural manpower required to harvest orchards, work on vineyards, and perform other tasks.
The new app that provides an efficient and quick solution for farmers
Adama Makhteshim launches AgroApp—a free tool offering pesticide data, spray calculators, and farm management features for Israeli farmers and inspectors.
Missing Africa’s innovation moment? Geopolitical shifts could push Israel away - opinion
As global innovation hubs shift and new markets emerge, Sub-Saharan Africa is becoming a critical arena of opportunity.
Israel’s rural estates have quietly become the country’s most resilient real-estate bet - opinion
“Buyers are chasing a fixed pool of properties that still carry untapped building rights.”
Gov't approves NGO's plan to secure Jordan border including reinforcing fence, IDF presence
The National Missions Ministry, led by Orit Strock, allocated a budget of 80 million shekels for the first year of implementing HaShomer HaChadash's five-year plan.
Fieldin announces collaboration with ARAG
This is to provide farmers with precision spraying technologies. The joint solution will improve real-time spray monitoring, reduce waste, and enhance treatment efficiency in perennial crops.
Ag-tech company Phytech launches AI-based "irrigation advisor" for farmers worldwide
The AI Advisor analyzes data transmitted from trees and soil, as well as climate data, providing precise, actionable irrigation recommendations for each plot.
Food security crisis: How war has impacted Israel's food supply
As Israel moves forward, it must continue to balance technological innovation with sustainable agricultural practices while ensuring that all citizens have access to the resources they need.
Education and agriculture: Twin pillars of resilience in wartime - opinion
In this crisis, we have learned that education, much like agriculture, must persist even in the most turbulent times.
Food wasted during wartime costs Israelis $445m., report finds
The report also stated that approximately 1.5 million Israelis live with insufficient access to food, an increase from 1.4 million in 2022.
