ISRAELI CULTURE SERIES

Israeli agriculture in the spotlight at Israeli Culture Series program

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Israeli farming is resilient and known throughout the world for innovation in use of resources. On Feb. 12, Nevo Atia, a director of BNOP Agriculture, will present a program “Revolutionizing Agriculture; Israel’s Journey of Innovation and Resilience.” Part of the year-long Israeli Culture Series, the program will take place at 7 p.m. at the Dwares Jewish Community Center, in Providence.

From its humble origins to world-changing innovations, Atia will explore the remarkable resilience of Israeli farming in the wake of Oct. 7 and share a forward-looking vision for sustainable and technological advancements in agriculture. He will offer insights into how the ingenuity of a small nation continues to shape global food security and sustainability.

Atia also has a connection to Rhode Island’s community shlichah, Gaya. He is her soon-to-be brother-in-law!

“He is incredibly passionate about his work, she said. “BNOP Agriculture specializes in turnkey projects, managing everything from inspection to completion. Fun fact: Nevo’s father named the company after his children, using their initials – Bar, Nevo, Ofek and Peleg (BNOP).”

You can meet a member of Gaya’s family, celebrate Tu b’Shevat and learn about Israeli agriculture on Wednesday, Feb. 12 at 7 p.m. at the Dwares JCC, 401 Elmgrove Ave., Providence. Registration is $5. Proceeds go to Kibbutz Manara in northern Israel which was severely impacted during the war. Atia’s grandparents live there.

To register, go to jewishallianceri.org/events/revolutionizing-agriculture.

 For more information, contact Gaya at 401-421-4111, ext. 121.

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