Israeli Farms Secure Over 1 Million Dunams in West Bank
Translated & summarized from Now 14 by baba
Israeli agricultural outposts in the West Bank, Jordan Valley, and Judean Desert are protecting over 1.1 million dunams through farming and grazing, according to a new map from the Union of Farms. The organization aims to expand this presence into additional areas of Area C to strengthen Israeli control.
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- Israeli farms protect over 1.1 million dunams in the West Bank.
- This area is nearly six times larger than built-up settlement zones.
- The Union of Farms aims to expand agricultural presence in Area C.
- Thousands of supporters and young people are involved in the initiative.
A new map released by the Union of Farms reveals that Israeli agricultural outposts are currently safeguarding over 1.1 million dunams (approximately 271,800 acres) across the West Bank, Jordan Valley, and Judean Desert through grazing and farming. This figure is nearly six times the size of the built-up areas of settlements and cities in the region, which cover about 200,000 dunams. The map illustrates a widespread Jewish presence, land cultivation, and preservation of state lands from the Jordan Valley to southern Mount Hebron and the Judean Desert.
The Union of Farms emphasizes that the work is ongoing, with over a million dunams remaining in Area C that require expanded agricultural and grazing presence to prevent foreign takeover and solidify Israeli control. In the past year, new farms have been established, herds expanded, infrastructure developed, and security measures strengthened. Over 23,000 supporters nationwide contribute to the Farms Fund, aiding their continued operations.
The initiative is driven by farmers and supported by thousands of young people involved in agricultural work and security. The Union highlights the historical significance of agriculture in establishing settlements, quoting, "Where the Jewish plow passes, there our border will pass." They stated, "The map revealed today tells a story much larger than dots on a map, it tells of an agricultural and settlement revolution happening before our eyes. The 1.1 million dunams protected by the farms are proof of agriculture's power to shape the landscape and preserve the land of Israel. After a year of tremendous momentum, we look forward to continued growth, establishment, and expansion of agriculture throughout the Land of Israel."
