Agur, Agricultural moshav in Mateh Yehuda, Israel
Agur is an agricultural settlement in the Mateh Yehuda region situated at an elevation of about 220 meters and surrounded by farmland and cultivated areas. The site consists of residential homes and farm buildings organized to support its function as a working farming community.
The settlement was founded in 1950 as Israel deliberately built new agricultural communities across different regions of the country. This early establishment was part of a national strategy to develop the land during the first years after independence.
Residents farm their land using both time-honored methods and modern techniques, shaping the region's appearance through their daily work. Visitors can directly experience working agriculture as they walk through the fields and see different crops growing.
The settlement sits in a hilly region and connects well to Jerusalem and Tel Aviv by major roads, making access convenient. Visitors should plan to arrive by car as the area is rural and driving is the best way to explore the community and surrounding farmland.
Residents are known for producing wine and cheese, extending local food production beyond basic farming. These artisanal products are distributed across the Mateh Yehuda region and draw interest from visitors seeking regional specialties.
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