Articles

The shemitah calendar – basic principles

A concise explanation of the shemitah calendar: on kedushat shevi'it, sefichin, and bi'ur times and types of produce they apply to.

Handling produce with kedushat shevi'it

Planting and sowing deadlines before the shemitah year

What are the planting and sowing deadlines before shemitah for trees, vegetables, and other plants?

The inherent values of shemitah

Kedushat shevi'it in the kitchen

How do farmers in Israel prepare for the shemitah year?

Concise guidelines for gardening during shemitah

Brief guide on garden maintenance during shemitah

How can I take care of my garden during shemitah? A short, practical article

Safeguards of sanctity

Is it a proper way to always be machmir on shemitah laws? Introduction to the Consumer's Guide to Shemitah.

Professional guide: preparing ornamental gardens for the shemitah year

How should professional and private gardeners prepare for the shemitah year?