Agriculture
Infected lemon tree discovered at Ben-Gurion, could destroy citrus industry
The one-meter-tall sapling was found alongside citrus propagation materials during an anti-smuggling operation done in collaboration with inspectors from the Ben-Gurion Airport.
East Jerusalem man tries to smuggle rare species of pigeon to Israel via Jordan
Israel’s milk crisis is man-made, quotas are to blame - opinion
Farmers halt milk supply in protest of Smotrich’s dairy industry reform
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.
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
Growing demand for meat worldwide sparks debate about 'tza’ar ba’alei chaim' – causing needless suffering to living creatures.
Farming under fire: Feeding Israel in crisis - opinion
Food security is a critical line of defense and the foundation of national resilience.
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.
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.”
