MIGAL – Galilee Research Institute, founded in 1979, is a private applied research institute located in Kiryat Shmona in Israel's Upper Galilee. Its highly interdisciplinary research focuses on agrotechnology, environmental sciences, agriculture, nutrition science and biotechnology. With more than 65 PhD scientists and a total staff of around 195 researchers, engineers and students from across the Galilee, MIGAL operates roughly ten extension farms throughout the region and has contributed significantly to the efficient use of recycled water for irrigation. The institute works closely with Tel-Hai Academic College in Kiryat Shmona.