Trees
Hiking in the Holy Land: The almond tree, Israel's ancient clock
Spring has not arrived, yet blossoming almonds in Israel signify the arrival of Tu Bishvat, the new year for trees, a time when some seasonal quality has shifted.
KKL-JNF marks Tu Bishvat, highlighting tree-planting tradition with newly released archival photos
In the kitchen with Henny: Lemon recipes to brighten winter
Multiple injured as severe weather causes tree collapses in Ashkelon, Bnei Brak
Envoys dig down at Jerusalem tree planting for Israel's 75th birthday
“As a tree people, as tree lovers, we can give a little bit also to Israel for its birthday,” Estonia's deputy ambassador Liina Viies said.
'The Miracle Seed': A delightful story of reviving 2,000-year-old seeds - review
The Miracle Seed is a highly recommended book for children, parents and grandparents, who will be entertained and educated by this delightful story of renewal against all odds
Did climate change destroy the Hittite civilization? - study
A three-year drought likely resulted in catastrophic harvest reduction or even complete failure, which spelled doom for the Hittites.
Letters to the Editor February 1, 2023: Home that I love
Readers of The Jerusalem Post have their say.
Tu Bishvat: The creation of beautiful things
In the past, trees were sacred to many people, but only Judaism has a New Year for them, which falls on the 15th day of the Hebrew month of Shevat (Tu Bishvat).
Tu Bishvat: Happy new year – if you're a tree
Tu Bishvat reminds us of our responsibility to the environment – that we should cry out against the enormity of the destruction of rain forests and the degradation of God’s world.
Is tree planting in the Negev resuming despite tensions with Bedouins?
Last year, tree plantings caused clashes with the Bedouin population that lives in the area.
Intensifying windthrow on the horizon as climate change fuels storms
Climate change exacerbates tropical storms. As a result of the more extreme winds associated with these events, more trees are uprooted.
Study reveals shocking new evidence about early Micronesian humans
Settlement of Remote Oceania began about 3,000 years ago, supposedly coinciding with falling sea levels across the equatorial Pacific Ocean.
Extensive reforestation of semi-arid areas won't moderate global warming - study
Surprising new Israeli research finds that afforestation in semi-dry places may even make global warming worse.
