Congrats to Dr. Shira Bukchin‑Peles! 🎉. A faculty member at Hebrew University & part of our academic advisory board, she’s been appointed Senior Editor at Food Security – a leading global journal on sustainable food systems.

Can drones and data unlock drought-resilient wheat? . A new study led by Prof. Zvi Peleg & Dr. Ittai Herrmann uses aerial imaging + AI to accelerate breeding of water-efficient crops. 🌾. Smart tools → climate-smart agriculture. 🔗

Can we future-proof crops against climate change?.Prof. Zvi Peleg is leading the way!. From revolutionizing sesame with advanced genetics to co-founding Maxsum Seeds, his work bridges lab and field to shape a more resilient, nutritious food system.

Big wins for sustainable protein:.🌏 Australia – cultivated quail.🌏 USA – cultivated salmon.🌏 Israel – cultivated beef. Progress isn’t just about innovation – it’s about regulation. A safer, smarter food system is within reach.

New study by Prof. Zvi Hayouka & PhD student Idan Yakir (HUJI), with the SHARE CellAg Programme in Singapore, presents a peptide solution that kills bacteria without harming stem cells – paving the way for safer, cleaner cultured meat. Learn more here >>

At 'Taste the Future: AI x FoodTech', Dr. Keren Kles presented our work on how AI can drive innovation in sustainable food systems. Hosted at HUJI, led by students, the event brought together voices from academia and industry to explore real-world impact. Proud to be part of it🌱

When clinicians meet scientists – innovation begins ⚛️⚕️. FOOJI & Shaare Zedek are proud to support 3 winning research teams tackling big questions in health, immunity & nutrition. This is interdisciplinary science in action – and we’re just getting started. 🌱

AgFood 2025 brought together researchers, entrepreneurs & policymakers to tackle the future of food. From foodtech innovation to public policy & gender equity – it was a day of bold ideas & real conversations. 💡 Thank you MAF, speakers & guests!

Excited to announce SIDE2DAIRY – a groundbreaking national collaboration between the Technion, HUJI, Weizmann Institute, TAU, Haifa University, and Volcani Institute to transform food waste into healthy, sustainable dairy alternatives. 🌱. Read more >>

Last chance to register for AgFood 2025 – the event shaping the future of food 🌍🌱. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with leaders in FoodTech, sustainability, and global food policy. 🗓️ Join us on May 20th – register now >>

🎓 Meet Prof. Ayal Kimhi, expert in Agricultural & Labor Economics at HUJI and VP at the Shoresh Institution. His work bridges economics, agriculture, & public policy. 🌱. Read more about his impact on sustainable food systems >>

New study by Dr. Sharon Schlesinger, Prof. Oded Shoseyov, Dr. Gilad Gome & Dr. Jonathan Giron shows how Aloe vera scaffolds & macrofluidic bioreactors can grow bovine fat-like tissue – a game-changer for cultivated meat 🌱🥩. 📖Full article >>

Know a woman changing the future of FoodTech? Or maybe it’s YOU? 🌟. Nominate now for the Leading Women in FoodTech Award 2025 🏆. Winners will be honored at #AgFood2025 @HUJIAgri, in collab with FOOJI. 🗓 Deadline: April 30. 👉

Celebrating 100 years of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem! 🎓. We’re proud to be part of this legacy of knowledge, research, and innovation. 🙏💚. Credits 📽️.Steven Spielberg Jewish Film Archive.SVT.Mobileye.VideoHead.

Last week, we welcomed 10th graders from Katzir High School’s Nachshon program for a hands-on glimpse into FoodTech innovation. Big thanks to our researchers for inspiring the next generation of changemakers!

Join us at AgFood 2025 – where bold ideas meet real-world food system solutions! 🌍🌱. From women-led innovation to global food security & startup breakthroughs – it’s all happening here. We’ll be there – will you? >> 🎟️ 125 NIS early bird

Join the third successful cohort and launch your career in Israel’s thriving FoodTech scene! 🎓.✅ Hands-on training.✅ Lab experience & industry tours.✅ Only 1.5 days/week for 3 months. Starts May 15, 2025 - Apply now!.👉 📌 Program conducted in Hebrew

New research reveals that the proteasome not only degrades proteins but also produces antimicrobial peptides that attack bacteria - even antibiotic-resistant strains. This discovery opens new possibilities for immune defense & food safety. Read more:

We were proud to take part in the Food & Nutrition Academia-Industry Meetup, hosted by BARD, Israel Innovation Authority & USDA NIFA!. Dr. Keren Kles presented FOOJI’s vision, highlighting key food system challenges & our approach through research, training & partnerships.🌍🌾

Don't miss Dr. Keren Kles at the Food & Nutrition Academia-Industry Meetup, exploring how to bridge academia and industry to drive FoodTech innovation. Join us >>