agriculture

Say goodbye to spoiled fruits and vegetables and hello to edible and fresh produce

In a scientific breakthrough, Bar-Ilan University researchers coat produce with edible nanoparticles that extend the shelf life of strawberries by 15 days.

Mollusk malice: Suitcases full of dangerous snails caught entering Israel

An unprecedented, rare find: Within 48 hours, thousands of snails at the weight of five kg. were confiscated from foreign workers returning to Israel from Thailand.

By YUVAL BAGNO , MOSHE COHEN
06/02/2024

Israel's hi-tech firms helping tackle the food, agriculture crises

Here is a tiny sample of the phenomenal Israeli creativity bubbling in hi-tech for farms – crucial, if the world is to feed its hungry people in the future.

By SHLOMO MAITAL
26/01/2024
Pomegranate

Benefits of purchasing fresh fruit this Tu Bishvat

Serve fresh fruits and nuts for Tu Bishvat instead of sugared dried fruits that contain chemicals and artificial colors.

How an Israeli pollination company helped boost California’s pistachio crop

Between April 2022 and April 2023, Edete pollinated 500 acres of pistachios in Bakersfield, Calif., for one of the largest growers in the US.

  The experimental laser scarecrow system

Researchers equip scarecrows with lasers to reduce crop damage

Damage to crops caused by birds costs huge amounts of money. Now, researchers suggest that laser scarecrows – a high-tech solution using light to deter birds – can be effective.

An Israeli flag flutters outside the Bank of Israel building in Jerusalem August 7, 2013

Leumi: 'No interest rate cuts in every decision next year'

The Bank's forecast places the interest rate at 3.75%-4.00% at the end of 2024, signaling a cautious approach to monetary policy.

War, Talmud, and agriculture - opinion

No one expects an unqualified yeshiva student to show up on the frontline and shed his blood. Instead, they could shed some sweat.

By TOVA HERZL
28/12/2023

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.

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