Spring brings swarm of locusts to southern Israel
Farmers fear for their crops, but migratory birds are enjoying nature's protein bars.
Tag: agriculture
6 Israeli startups make AI 100 for 2021
From ag-tech to building site inspection, artificial intelligence platforms are emerging as a powerhouse in Israel's startup scene.
Border Police to tackle agricultural crime costing Israel $7 million a year
A new report by Hashomer Hahadash finds agricultural crime increased 46% in 2020. The average farm was the target of ...
Israelis, Emiratis partner to secure food supply
“The leaders of our countries have set the vision. It is now up to all of us – in the ...
Forget politics, Danny Ayalon wants to effect change on the ground
Having transitioned from politics to agriculture, Danny Ayalon shares how vertical farming, which provides fresh fruits and vegetables all year ...
Israeli CEOs eager to do business in the Emirates, survey shows
Fields of particular interest to heads of companies in Israel include agriculture and industry. Surprisingly, 22% of 230 CEOs surveyed ...
Netafim announces $85M deal to supply hi-tech irrigation to India
Some 35,000 farmers in 66 villages in the state of Karnataka will benefit from digitally advanced irrigation systems, as well ...
Revealed: This was the most popular name for Israeli dogs in 2019
Israeli households across the country had 496,538 canines in 2019, with the majority – 251,291 – males, new registry reveals.
Israel, Palestinians defuse agricultural trade crisis
Defense Minister Naftali Bennett says Israel will allow Palestinian agricultural exports after the Palestinian Authority begins accepting Israeli beef.
IDF general who helped carry out disengagement calls it 'a failed experiment'
Maj. Gen. Gershon Hacohen says "massive evacuation from Gaza gave Hamas a chance to fortify itself and make life for ...