Farming
BloomX: Stepping up to save the crops
The past three years of war have had a serious impact on farms across the country, including in the north where farmers have continued their work under the incessant buzzing of not bees, but drones.
Moroccan locust swarms sweep eastern Iran, threatening crops and farms
Hormuz closure cripples fertilizer trade, causing ripple effect on food security - analysis
Israeli nonprofit builds 24/7 operations room to protect isolated farms
Craving watermelon? These steps will ensure you choose the best one possible
Nothing is more disappointing than biting into a soft, flavorless watermelon. If you follow these steps, you'll get the perfect sweet crunch every time.
Ukrainian farmer comes up with novel way to demine his fields
Oleksandr Kryvtsov designed a remote-controlled tractor that could withstand blasts from fields strewn with Russian mines.
Hungary bans import of honey, certain meat products from Ukraine
The European Commission said on Wednesday it would take emergency "preventive measures" for wheat, maize, sunflower seeds.
A corny gesture: Argentina farmer grows cornfield shaped like Lionel Messi's face
An agricultural engineer's algorithm calculated exactly where the seeds should be sown. The result: half a million square meters of Lionel Messi.
HaShomer HaChadash: Guarding Israel's farms, ensuring food security
HaShomer HaChadash is helping to reconnect the next generation with the land, as well as ensure the future of food security, not just in Israel but across the region.
These are the most and least contaminated fruits, vegetables of 2023
Every year a guide is published in the US which lists the fruits and vegetables which are heavily contaminated with pesticides.
Investing in animal health prevents pandemics and saves lives - A4AH
Action for Animal Health released a report on how animal health affects human health and saves lives.
Two new outbreaks of bird flu reported in central, southern Israel
All coops within 10 kilometers of the outbreaks were placed on lockdown.
Criminals cost Israeli farmers millions in damages in 2022, preliminary data shows
Border Police commander calls for reinforcements to respond to incidents, while HaShomer HaChadash organization indicates 39% of agricultural crimes go unreported.
New 'digital twin' technology could prevent future food crises in Israel
The origin of digital twins is in civil engineering, where it simulates structures and infrastructure systems to improve their durability, efficiency, operations and maintenance.
