Can fungus farming make tomatoes taste better? Israeli researchers say yes
Israeli researchers have discovered that a fungal extract can enhance the taste of tomatoes while also increasing crop yields. This method could potentially reduce the need for chemical fertilizers in agriculture. The findings highlight Israel's innovative approaches to farming in challenging climates.
- ▪A fungal extract has been shown to improve the taste of tomatoes.
- ▪The research indicates that crop yields can be boosted using this method.
- ▪This approach may lessen the reliance on chemical fertilizers in agriculture.
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| Original publisher | The Jerusalem Post | JPost.com |
| Canonical URL | https://www.jpost.com/science/article-897656 |
| Publication time | Sat, 30 May 2026 07:41:07 GMT |
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Can fungus farming make tomatoes taste better? Israeli researchers say yesIsraeli researchers show a fungal extract can boost crop yields, improve taste, and reduce reliance on chemical fertilizers.Follow us on GoogleNEGEV DESERT - APRIL 06 2011:Israeli farmers desert farming planting vines in a desert farm in the Negev, Israel. Israel is a world-leader in agricultural technologies despite its dry climate(photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)
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