Department of Agriculture
Tire particles may contaminate crops and enter food chain, Israeli study finds
Around the world, some 1.5 billion tires are produced each year, and tire-wear particles are increasingly recognized as one of the largest sources of microplastic pollution.
Flesh-eating screwworm confirmed in Texan calf, prompting USDA quarantine
Government designates eight new forests as natural reserves along northern border
Infected lemon tree discovered at Ben-Gurion, could destroy citrus industry
East Jerusalem man tries to smuggle rare species of pigeon to Israel via Jordan
The birds were restrained inside a suitcase, with their wings and beaks taped to prevent movement, the Agriculture Ministry wrote, adding that this was very harmful to the pigeons.
SNAP benefits in limbo for 42 million as shutdown, legal chaos deepen
A series of legal victories and setbacks for nonprofits and Democratic-led states and cities fighting to restore food aid has sown confusion over the program's status.
Trump administration to use emergency funds to pay partial food aid benefits
The administration laid out the US Department of Agriculture's plan in federal court.
New 3D imaging method tracks plant growth without expensive sensors
While the study focused on tomatoes, the researchers emphasize that the method is crop-independent and adaptable.
Israel's drought is a public health and food security crisis - opinion
Israel's national food security plan offers a plan forward amid one of the worst droughts in the country's history.
Comptroller: Ineffective enforcement allows for agricultural smuggling between Israel, PA
The problems, which include misconduct as well as improper infrastructure and staffing problems have led to a situation in which it is difficult to prevent smuggling,
The Swords of Iron War's impact on Israel's food sector
While prices may not reflect drastic changes yet, there's only so long that can last.
Sri Lankan workers plug gap in Israeli labor force
Sir Lankan Ambassador to Israel, Nimal Bandara has been working tirelessly with the Israeli and Sri Lankan governments to find a solution to this problem.
Tomato shortage looms as Israeli farmers struggle
Victory chain CEO criticizes Agriculture Ministry for inadequate response, urges action to prevent imports
What do Israelis eat during the High Holy Days?
A report from the Agriculture and Rural Development Ministry reveals how much fish, chicken, pomegranates, and other foods Israelis eat consume year.
