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STATE OF PLAY OF THE AGRICULTURAL SECTOR State of Israel Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development. Ms. Inbar Grinstein-Decker Research , Economy and Strategy Division. Dr. Tzafrir Grinhut Agricultural Extension Service (Shaham). Natolin, July 2013. State – production (hectares).
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STATE OF PLAY OF THE AGRICULTURAL SECTORState of IsraelMinistry of Agriculture and Rural Development Ms. Inbar Grinstein-Decker Research, Economy and Strategy Division Dr. Tzafrir Grinhut Agricultural Extension Service (Shaham) Natolin, July 2013
State – production (hectares)
State – production (billions m2)
State – export value (total 2012 – 5.3 billion NIS)
Production Preservation Population 2. Policy Continuoussupply of freshand readily-available agricultural products of high qualityand fair prices Provide the basis for a sustainable agricultural sector Preserve natural resources for future generations Secure employment in remote areas Prevent rapid urbanisation Preserve open spaces Provide positive externalities
Food fora growing population • Information • Regulation • Research • Ensure adequate production… • Subsidies • Insurance • …and Informed consumers • Quality (Standards) • Prices • Health benefits • Storage (decrease waste) Production 3. Future
Utilising agricultural by-products as resources • Regulation to reduce environmental damage • Subsidies for positive externalities • Information and extension services to farmers Preservation 3. Future
Rural development, including: • Planning and regulation • Creating complementary employment opportunities • Supporting rural development and habitability Population 3. Future