Ron Bernstein
Expert of Agriculture
Born and raised on Long Island, Ron has a He settled at Kibbutz Yahel located in the southern Arava desert, founded in 1977. Mr. Bernstein’s main profession is in agriculture, having worked at the Agricultural Experimental Station at Yotvata, manager of Yahel’s vegetable operation for 3 years and as Yahel’s citrus manager for the last 20 years. In addition, Mr. Bernstein is a Negev tour guide especially for those groups visiting Yahel. He has represented Kibbutz Yahel and Lotan since 1992 in North America for fundraising, public relation and educational purposes.
From 1999 to 2001 Mr. Bernstein served as shaliach for Union for Reform Judaism’s Youth Division. Since returning from the US Mr. Bernstein has continued managing the citrus operation as well served as a tour guide and fundraiser in North America.
Mr. Bernstein is married to Gila and they have three children, one of which serves in the IDF and one who was adopted from China years ago.
Mr. Bernstein has spoken for Kibbutz Yahel and Lotan, for the Union of Reform Judaism, multiple synagogues throughout the country, and for JNF worldwide.
Fee (Explanation): $
Availability: Ron lives in Israel and frequently comes to the US for speaking engagements. Contact JNF Speakers Bureau for availability.
Topics:
- JNF Project at Kibbutz Lotan
- JNF’s Blueprint Negev Vision
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