Plant
Israeli scientists make plants produce milk protein, paving way for cow-free dairy
The discovery would thus help overcome a major hurdle in producing real dairy proteins without cows, paving the way for more sustainable dairy ingredients and less climate change.
KKL-JNF aiming to preserve endangered plant species at Jerusalem Botanical Garden, Eshtaol Nursery
6 plants that will help you cool the house
Israeli scientists successfully germinate rare Swamp Orchid in conservation breakthrough
Ancient tools reveal 780,000-year-old plant-based diets
Israeli researchers discover 780,000-year-old evidence of plant food processing at archaeological site, suggesting early humans relied heavily on starchy plants.
'Alien' 47-million-year-old plant fossil found in Utah has no known relatives
Researchers compared the fossil to over 400 flowering plant families and found no match, suggesting it belongs to an unknown group.
Can Google and Bill Gates Make Fusion Energy a Reality? CFS Begins Work on Revolutionary Plant
Many experts remain skeptical about the timelines for achieving fusion power due to significant scientific and engineering challenges.
Derech Ha'even: Leading Israel's mature fruit tree industry
Who hasn't dreamed of picking ripe fruit from their garden? For many, it's a reality – thanks to Derech Ha'even, a leader in Israel's mature fruit tree industry.
Despite war, we are leading the fight against climate change, says Israel’s Climate Ambassador
“Climate change continues to happen, and it is important that Israel remains part of the efforts to mitigate the effects of climate change,” Behar said.
Will a better understanding of photosynthesis help us grow plants under artificial light?
New research at the Weizmann Institute takes a closer look at photosynthesis, learning how the phenomenon can be manipulated to better serve humanity.
Kosher plant-based group promotes lifestyle medicine for better health - opinion
A Kosher Whole Food Plant-Based group in Brooklyn is promoting lifestyle medicine to prevent chronic diseases and improve community health.
Beware the beauty: The toxic threat of Israel's Silverleaf Nightshade
Amid Israel's summer browns, the vibrant Silverleaf Nightshade stands out with its striking purple flowers. But beneath its beauty lies a dangerous secret—this invasive plant is toxic to everyone.
Say it with flowers: The history of flower-based phrases and idioms - explainer
There is a host of expressions related to flowers, plus many of their names have intriguing origins, so let’s take a stroll through life’s garden and take our pick of the beautiful blooms that abound
Sunflowers ‘dance’ to optimize growth, Israeli-US study reveals
The resulting footage revealed that the sunflowers exhibited a "dancing" behavior, with each flower moving randomly in search of the best angle to avoid shading its neighbors.
