CultivAid's CEO Dr. Tomer Malchi Honored for Advancing Food Security in Africa
Dr. Tomer Malchi, co-founder and CEO of CultivAid, has been awarded the Charles Bronfman Prize for his significant contributions to food security and agricultural development in Africa. CultivAid, an international nonprofit founded in 2016, focuses on transforming subsistence farming into market-oriented production to enhance yields and strengthen local food systems. Under Malchi's leadership, the organization has established Agricultural Innovation and Technology Centers in Ethiopia, Tanzania, and Kenya, with plans to expand into Zambia. These centers serve as hubs for training, capacity building, and technology transfer, aiming to develop local expertise and bolster institutional ecosystems. Malchi's work is rooted in Jewish values and has a measurable global impact, aligning with the prize's criteria.