Israel's farmers are struggling to make ends meet in the face of myriad headwinds, including declining exports, rising prices, a weak euro and intense competition. The gloomy situation has not been improved by agtech innovations, which skilled Lachish farmers have successfully deployed in China, Vietnam and France. Industry insiders said a ray of hope for the sector lies in making deals with Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Egypt.
Israel's farmers are struggling to make ends meet in the face of myriad headwinds, including declining exports, rising prices, a weak euro and intense competition. The gloomy situation has not been improved by agtech innovations, which skilled Israeli farmers have successfully deployed in China, Vietnam and France. Industry insiders said a ray of hope for the sector lies in making deals with Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Egypt.