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Tiny urban forests, just two parking spaces wide, could help cool cities, Israeli study finds

New Israeli research shows that dense ‘micro-forests’ planted on plots as small as two parking spaces can lower urban temperatures, absorb floodwater and improve quality of life, offering cities a practical tool to fight heat and climate stress

Amnon Direktor | 02.02.26

Today is Tu Bishvat: Happy New Year for Trees

What other New Years are mentioned in the Mishnah, and what is the meaning of Rosh Hashanah for the Trees; These are some of the stories associated with this day

Shilo Freid | 02.02.26

Perfect with tea: Melt-in-your-mouth almond cookies and a festive Tu Bishvat salad

Tu Bishvat is the perfect time to bring the bounty of the land to the table, from cookies rich with almonds to a vibrant bulgur salad packed with dried fruit, nuts and fresh herbs for sweet, crunchy bites

Raheli Krut | 02.01.26

A garden on the shelf: indoor plants that thrive in almost any conditions

No yard and barely any floor space? A narrow, vertical shelf garden combines forgiving houseplants, upright and trailing forms, and smart styling to bring greenery, balance and life to even the smallest home

Amir Avdat | 02.01.26

Tu Bishvat is the perfect excuse for extra‑crispy date ma’amoul

A classic Middle Eastern date cookie gets an upgrade with semolina in the dough, delivering an especially crisp bite just in time for Tu Bishvat, the Jewish holiday celebrating fruit and trees

Sarit Novak | 02.01.26

Why dates may help with weight loss, and other fun facts you didn’t know

A Tu Bishvat staple and a popular energy snack, dates have long been seen as a healthy alternative to a light meal; a dietitian explains how they support weight management and why people with diabetes can enjoy them too

Merav Mor-Ophir | 02.01.26

Global Tu Bishvat festival to stream live from Safed, celebrating Jewish roots and renewal

A live-streamed Tu Bishvat Seder will be broadcast from Safed, the birthplace of the holiday's Kabbalistic tradition; The program features nature-inspired Jewish learning, contemporary spiritual practices, music and family-friendly rituals

ynet Global | 02.01.26

Dried fruit for Tu Bishvat: healthy treat or candy in disguise?

Dried fruits can be an excellent source of fiber, minerals and antioxidants, but they have high sugar and calorie content; Which fruit is most recommended and what is considered simply candy? Here is the full ranking and what you should pay attention to before eating

Shira Solow | 02.01.26

Simple trick to make legumes far healthier

Legumes are packed with protein and minerals, but much of their nutrition is locked away; soaking and sprouting help release vitamins and minerals and make them easier to digest, just in time for Tu B'Shvat

Avi Mor Katzav | 01.28.26

The Agriculture Festival in the Central Arava

Israel’s largest agricultural exhibition returns for Tu Bishvat

The event will draw ministers, members of Knesset and local authority heads, alongside leaders of agricultural organizations, CEOs from the water, agriculture, mechanization, automation and off-road vehicle sectors, as well as startups, researchers and farmers

ynet Global | 01.23.26

Here's how Israelis celebrated Tu Bishvat on Thursday

This unique holiday highlights Israel’s vibrant nature—everything from trees to flowers—symbolizing renewal and restoration

Devo Klein, ILTV | 02.14.25

Israel's trees at bloom a month before Tu Bishvat

Almond trees, symbols of the Jewish holiday are already blooming ; expert says early bloom is a sign of climate change; go out into nature and see the beauty throughout Israel

Ilana Curiel | 01.14.25

How Ben Gurion linked planting trees and heroism

During the War for Independence, Israel's founding father associated planting trees with fulfilling the will of the fallen; farmer and researcher Avraham Dahan wrote a Haggadah for Tu Bishvat Seder and explains links between the holiday and today

Itzchak Tessler | 01.25.24

1935 tree planting in Vadi Hoart, Emek Hefer

Growing a new future for Israel - rare look into Tu Bishvat in pre-state Israel

Israel stands as one of the world's only nations where the number of trees has increased over the past century, largely owing to the rich traditions of this holiday; explore vintage archive photos of tree-planting ceremonies to discover the roots of this beautiful tradition

Ynetnews | 01.25.24

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