Tu bishvat in israel
KKL-JNF marks Tu Bishvat, highlighting tree-planting tradition with newly released archival photos
“These photographs document a tradition that continues today and connects generations and Jewish communities around the world,” Sinai said.
Tu Bishvat: From tax to hope, from the tree to the human being - opinion
The trees’ hidden hope: A 2026 reflection on Tu Bishvat - opinion
Nuts, snacks and treats: We’re getting ready for Tu Bishvat
Ahead of Tu Bishvat: KKL-JNF to plant 45,000 trees in areas affected by war
This year, most of the planting will be carried out in the agricultural areas affected by the war in Israel.
Helping Israel bloom in a time of war
For Tu Bishvat, the Jewish 'New Year of Trees', KKL-JNF is inviting people in Israel and all over the world to plant a sapling - either in person or via Zoom.
Benefits of purchasing fresh fruit this Tu Bishvat
Serve fresh fruits and nuts for Tu Bishvat instead of sugared dried fruits that contain chemicals and artificial colors.
In the Kitchen with Henny: Fruits of our land
When I was growing up in New York, Tu Bishbat was celebrated minimally. In Israel, it’s celebrated with a Seder at a table laden with brilliant colors of fresh fruit, nuts, breads and wine.
Pascale’s Kitchen: Ti Bishvat dried fruit treats
This year, I’ve chosen three fantastic recipes for desserts made with fruit that are perfect for serving on Tu Bishvat.
Tu Bishvat: Finding God in nature
Intuitively, religious people sense spiritual meaning in nature. What are the different ways in which nature can enhance us religiously and spiritually?
Foreign dried fruit is unhealthy, eat fresh Israeli fruit - Plants Board
In preparation for Tu Bishvat, the Israel Plants Board calls on the public to prefer local fresh fruits over imported dried fruits.
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).
How planting a tree in Israel became controversial
Increasingly, the JNF’s signature program has drawn vocal critics.
Rebranding Tu Bishvat via an environmental lens
Tu Bishvat is an opportunity to study how factory-farming violates Torah doctrines concerning animal welfare and environmental protection.
