Israel’s
food and agriculture tech industry,
in focus.

Food Safety and Hygiene Issues

16.8% of this theme group

Researchers highlight gaps in safety standards, hygiene practices, and regulatory enforcement across the food supply chain.

Food safety (742) · Environmental health (169) · Food hygiene (65) · Hygiene (133)

Food Safety Regulations and Consumer Confidence

Exploring the Role of Food Safety Practices in Enhancing Sustainability within the Food Industry: A Comprehensive Analysis of Challenges, Op

Food Waste and Sustainability

16.1% of this theme group

Studies examine excessive waste, inefficient consumption patterns, and challenges to creating sustainable food systems.

Food waste (176) · Consumption (206) · Sustainability (250) · Food systems (250)

Progress towards Sustainable Utilisation and Management of Food Wastes in the Global Economy

Transforming food supply chains for sustainability

Food Security and Insecurity

15.4% of this theme group

Analyses focus on uneven access to nutritious food and the impact of climate and socioeconomic factors.

Food security (803) · Food systems (338) · Food insecurity (145) · Agriculture (365)

Food Security and Climate Change: Differences in Impacts and Adaptation Strategies for Rural Communities in the Global South and North

Food Production, Availability, Agricultural Systems, and Food Security: A Detailed Review

Agricultural Productivity Constraints

15.4% of this theme group

Papers discuss limits to crop yields, resource use, and the link to broader food security concerns.

Agriculture (583) · Production (354) · Agricultural productivity (106) · Food security (281)

Agricultural Production

STATUS AND DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES OF ORGANIC AGRICULTURE FARMS IN THE CONTEXT OF GLOBAL TRENDS

Processing and Product Quality Gaps

15.2% of this theme group

Research points to shortcomings in processing methods, product consistency, and integration with sustainable practices.

Food processing (441) · Food industry (188) · Food products (118) · Food science (115)

Advancing the Role of Food Processing for Improved Integration in Sustainable Food Chains

Emerging techniques for the processing of food to ensure higher food safety with enhanced food quality: a review

Mycotoxin and Contaminant Risks

12.6% of this theme group

Investigations address aflatoxin prevalence, health hazards, and the difficulty of effective risk assessment.

Mycotoxin (127) · Aflatoxin (66) · Food safety (363) · Risk assessment (92)

Aflatoxins: A Global Concern for Food Safety, Human Health and Their Management

Food Contamination with Micro-plastics: Occurrences, Bioavailability,Human Vulnerability, and Prevention

Antibiotic Resistance in Food Chains

8.6% of this theme group

Studies reveal rising antimicrobial resistance in livestock and its implications for public health.

Antibiotic resistance (105) · Salmonella (105) · Listeria monocytogenes (53) · Antimicrobial (65)

Antibiotic Use in Livestock and Residues in Food—A Public Health Threat: A Review

A Review of Current Bacterial Resistance to Antibiotics in Food Animals

Safety of Emerging Food Technologies

20.7% of this theme group

Authors urge careful evaluation of novel processing and packaging methods to protect consumer health.

Food safety (242) · Food processing (124) · Food industry (61) · Food products (67)

Food packaging and nanotechnology: safeguarding consumer health and safety

Perspectives on Novel Technologies of Processing and Monitoring the Safety and Quality of Prepared Food Products

Pesticide and Toxin Risk Assessment

18.1% of this theme group

Research stresses the need for rigorous assessment of pesticide residues and aflatoxin exposure.

Risk assessment (125) · Hazard quotient (64) · Pesticide (84) · Aflatoxin (67)

Aflatoxins in food: Prevalence, health effects, and emerging trends in its mitigation—An updated review

Concentrations of DDT metabolites in different food items and public health risk in Africa regions: systematic review and metal analysis

Sustainable Agriculture Technology Limits

14.4% of this theme group

Papers caution that digital and mechanized solutions may not fully deliver sustainable outcomes.

Production (173) · Agriculture (192) · Sustainability (136) · Sustainable agriculture (46)

Transition towards sustainability in agriculture and food systems: Role of information and communication technologies

Modern Agricultural Technologies for Sustainable Food Production: A Comprehensive Review of Technological Innovations and Their Impact on Gl

Pathogen and Hygiene Concerns

14.2% of this theme group

Analyses highlight persistent Salmonella, Listeria, and hygiene challenges in food production environments.

Salmonella (116) · Listeria monocytogenes (85) · Antibiotic resistance (57) · Hygiene (56)

<em> Salmonella </em> spp. and antimicrobial residues in eggs from caged and cage-free systems in Colombia: labeling, production

Microbiological hazards and compliance of ready-to-eat foods at restaurants..

Food Security under Climate Stress

13.6% of this theme group

Studies warn that climate variability threatens food availability and price stability.

Food security (322) · Agriculture (159) · Food prices (33) · Food insecurity (41)

Climate-resilient development: An approach to sustainable food production in sub-Saharan Africa

Zero Hunger by 2030 – Are we on track? Climate variability and change impacts on food security in Africa

Shelf‑Life and Storage Issues

12.2% of this theme group

Research points to oxidation, moisture loss, and limited preservation methods affecting product longevity.

Shelf life (84) · Cold storage (23) · Lipid oxidation (25) · Moisture (29)

Advances in Edible Coatings for Fresh Fruits and Vegetables: A Review

Effects of pretreatments on quality attributes of long-term deep frozen storage of vegetables: a review

Enzyme and Additive Safety

6.7% of this theme group

Authors examine regulatory and health concerns surrounding novel food enzymes and additives.

Enzyme (61) · Food additive (67) · Strain (41) · Feed additive (33)

Safety evaluation of the food enzyme α‐galactosidase from the genetically modified Saccharomyces cerevisiae strain CBS 615.94

Safety evaluation of the food enzyme α‐amylase from the non‐genetically modified Aspergillus sp. strain AR‐SHFA‐109

Integrated Food‑System Resilience

18.6% of this theme group

Opportunities focus on linking safety, supply chains, and security to build robust food networks.

Food safety (342) · Supply chain (118) · Food systems (122) · Food security (172)

The food systems approach: sustainable solutions for a sufficient supply of healthy food

Improving quality standards of purchase policy and sustainable staple food safety

Functional Ingredients from By‑Products

17.9% of this theme group

Research explores converting waste streams into health‑promoting functional foods and novel ingredients.

Functional food (124) · Ingredient (124) · Health benefits (104) · Raw material (131)

USING NOVEL EXTRACTS FROM CARROT RESIDUES AND BY-PRODUCTS IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF VALUABLE FUNCTIONAL FOODS

KIWIFRUIT: A REVIEW ON NUTRITIONAL COMPOSITION AND ITS ASSOCIATED HEALTH BENEFITS, MEDICINAL IMPORTANCES, AND ADVANCEMENT OF FOOD TECHNOLOGY

Sustainable Production Innovations

15.6% of this theme group

Papers highlight practices that boost yields while reducing environmental impact and supporting food security.

Agriculture (522) · Food security (316) · Production (310) · Sustainable agriculture (138)

Selective agricultural and environmental practices to sustain food production and mitigate climate change

Energy-Efficient Innovations in Agricultural and Food Systems: A Systematic Review of Productivity and Sustainability Outcomes and Adoption

Nanotech for Processing and Packaging

13.8% of this theme group

Studies showcase nanotechnology applications that improve preservation, safety, and packaging efficiency.

Food processing (371) · Food industry (208) · Food packaging (117) · Production (148)

Application of nanotechnology in food: processing, preservation, packaging and safety assessment

Nanotechnology in Food Industry; Advances in Food processing, Packaging and Food Safety

Advanced Biosensing for Contaminant Detection

11.9% of this theme group

Research develops sensitive biosensors to rapidly identify pathogens and toxins in food products.

Food safety (318) · Detection limit (66) · Biosensor (41) · Fluorescence (32)

Optical sensing for real-time detection of food-borne pathogens in fresh produce using machine learning

Chemical probe as specific detector of porcine protein or peptide in meat and meat-based products: Potential applications, challenges, and t

Natural Antioxidants for Shelf‑Life Extension

11.3% of this theme group

Investigations focus on plant‑derived antioxidants to prolong freshness and reduce spoilage.

Shelf life (345) · Postharvest (125) · Preservative (108) · Food preservation (88)

Harnessing Natural Antioxidants for Enhancing Food Shelf Life: Exploring Sources and Applications in the Food Industry

Incorporation of Natural Antioxidants into Biodegradable Food Packaging: Enhancing Food Quality and Shelf Life

Probiotic and Antimicrobial Food Solutions

10.9% of this theme group

Papers explore beneficial microbes and natural antimicrobials to enhance safety and extend product life.

Antimicrobial (175) · Probiotic (77) · Bacteria (55) · Listeria monocytogenes (58)

Natural Anti-Microbials for Enhanced Microbial Safety and Shelf-Life of Processed Packaged Meat

Microbial Contamination of Food: Probiotics and Postbiotics as Potential Biopreservatives

Tel Aviv

50.0% across the displayed hubs

9 companies hiring · $1.4B disclosed funding

Rehovot

12.4% across the displayed hubs

0 companies hiring · $537.8M disclosed funding

Jerusalem

10.3% across the displayed hubs

0 companies hiring · $41.5M disclosed funding

Haifa

7.4% across the displayed hubs

3 companies hiring · $47.4M disclosed funding

Netanya

5.7% across the displayed hubs

0 companies hiring · $22.2M disclosed funding

Ness Ziona

5.3% across the displayed hubs

0 companies hiring · $197.6M disclosed funding

Petah Tikva

4.6% across the displayed hubs

1 companies hiring · $1.0M disclosed funding

Herzliya

4.3% across the displayed hubs

0 companies hiring · $79.1M disclosed funding