- Alloysius Attah, CEO of Farmerline, brings extensive experience in agricultural technology and farmer empowerment to Heifer International’s board.
- His appointment aligns with Heifer’s mission to support smallholder farmers through innovative and sustainable agricultural solutions.
- Attah’s expertise in digital tools and market access will help Heifer leverage technology to improve productivity and resilience in farming communities.
- As a board member, he will contribute to Heifer International’s strategy, particularly in Africa, to tackle challenges like climate change, food security, and financial inclusion for farmers.
Farmerline’s CEO, Alloysius Attah, has been appointed to the board of Heifer International, a global non-profit committed to ending hunger and poverty through sustainable agriculture.
Attah, a Ghanaian entrepreneur, co-founded Farmerline in 2013 with the aim of providing smallholder farmers with digital tools, resources, and access to markets.
Under his leadership, the company has expanded its reach across Africa, positively impacting thousands of farmers by improving productivity and financial inclusion.
Heifer International, established in 1944, works in partnership with communities worldwide to develop sustainable agricultural solutions, helping farmers achieve self-reliance. Attah’s appointment aligns with the organisation’s goal of leveraging technology and innovation to transform global food systems.
In a statement, Attah expressed his enthusiasm for joining the board, stating, “Smallholder farmers are at the heart of global food security. I am honoured to contribute my experience in agricultural technology and market access to Heifer International’s mission.”
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Heifer International’s President and CEO, Surita Sandosham, welcomed Attah, highlighting his extensive experience in agri-tech and farmer empowerment.
Ferrari noted that Attah’s expertise would be invaluable in driving Heifer’s initiatives, particularly in Africa, where smallholder farmers face numerous challenges, including climate change and limited access to finance.
Attah’s appointment reflects the increasing recognition of digital solutions in agriculture, with technology playing a critical role in enhancing productivity, resilience, and sustainability. His work at Farmerline, which combines mobile technology with on-the-ground support, has been widely recognised as a model for improving small-scale farming.
As a board member, Attah is expected to provide strategic insights that will further Heifer International’s mission of strengthening smallholder farming communities worldwide.
