Manila boosts agricultural ties with Israel

(JNS) - The Philippine government is expanding its partnership with Israel to strengthen the archipelagic country's agricultural sector.

The move follows a meeting between Philippine Senior Undersecretary for Agriculture Domingo Panganiban and Israeli Ambassador to Manila Ilan Fluss on July 31, during which they discussed collaborative projects to enhance bilateral training, internships and other professional exchanges.

The meeting also focused on enhancing market access of Philippine fresh pineapples and mangoes, the import of Hass avocado planting materials, technical cooperation in local la...