Haim Gvati
Haim Gvati (Hebrew: חיים גבתי) was an Israeli politician and a member of the Knesset for the Mapai, Alignment, and Labor Party. He was born on 29 January 1901 and passed away on 19 October 1990.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Haim Gvati was born in Pinsk, which was then part of the Russian Empire and is now in Belarus. He immigrated to Mandatory Palestine in 1922. Gvati was educated at the Herzliya Hebrew Gymnasium in Tel Aviv.
Political Career[edit | edit source]
Gvati was a member of the Haganah, the Jewish paramilitary organization in Mandatory Palestine. He was also involved in the Histadrut, the General Organization of Workers in Israel, and served as the secretary of its agricultural center.
Knesset Membership[edit | edit source]
Gvati was first elected to the Knesset in 1955 as a member of the Mapai party. He was re-elected in 1959, 1961, 1965, 1969, and 1973. During his time in the Knesset, he served on various committees, including the Finance Committee and the Economic Affairs Committee.
Ministerial Positions[edit | edit source]
Gvati held several ministerial positions during his political career. He served as the Minister of Agriculture from 1964 to 1974. During his tenure, he focused on modernizing Israeli agriculture and promoting agricultural research and development.
Contributions to Agriculture[edit | edit source]
Gvati was instrumental in the development of Israel's agricultural sector. He promoted the use of advanced agricultural techniques and supported the establishment of agricultural research institutions. His efforts contributed significantly to the transformation of Israel into a leading country in agricultural innovation.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Haim Gvati was married and had children. He lived in Tel Aviv until his death in 1990.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Gvati's contributions to Israeli agriculture and his long-standing service in the Knesset have left a lasting impact on the country. He is remembered as a dedicated public servant who played a key role in the development of Israel's agricultural sector.
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