The Palestinians have asked Israel to vacate the Jordan Valley, as part of the peace talks.
Netanyahu has refused, saying the the Jordan Valley is a key security area. It grows nice dates too! If it is so important for security, how come Israel populates the area with settlers who grow fruit and vegetables. The Jordan Valley serves to deny Israel's case for security.
The Israeli export income from the Jordan Valley fell by 14% ($29 million) in 2013, due to the International Boycott Campaign. The Co-op has joined this by boycotting all Israeli Goods produced in the Settlements. The head of the (Israeli) Jordan Valley Regional Council said that they are no longer, in effect, selling produce to Western Europe. It is having a significant effect.
Kerry has threatened a harsher boycott if the peace talks fail.
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