1. 0 Ms. Inbar Grinstein-Decker Research, Economy and Strategy Division Dr. Tzafrir Grinhut Agricultural Extension Service (Shaham) Natolin, July 2013

2. 1 1.State – production (hectares)

3. 2 1.State – production (billions m 2 )

4. 3 1.State – export value (total 2012 – 5.3 billion NIS)

5. 4 2. Policy PopulationProductionPreservation Secure employment in remote areas Prevent rapid urbanisation Provide the basis for a sustainable agricultural sector Preserve natural resources for future generations Continuous supply of fresh and readily- available agricultural products of high quality and fair prices Preserve open spaces Provide positive externalities

6. 5 3. Future Production Food for a growing population Information Regulation Research Ensure adequate production… Subsidies Insurance …and Informed consumers Quality (Standards) Prices Health benefits Storage (decrease waste)

7. 6 3. Future Preservation Utilising agricultural by- products as resources Regulation to reduce environmental damage Subsidies for positive externalities Information and extension services to farmers

8. 7 3. Future Population Rural development, including: Planning and regulation Creating complementary employment opportunities Supporting rural development and habitability

9. 8 Thank you شكرا جزيلا Merci beaucoup Dziękuję bardzo