Farmerline, a leading agricultural technology company, has announced that its Co-founder and CEO, Alloysius Attah, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Heifer International, a global nonprofit operating in 19 countries across Africa, Asia, and the Americas. This appointment comes at a time when Farmerline continues to demonstrate leadership in digital agricultural innovation, and its implications for the future of agriculture and global food security are significant.
Under Attah’s guidance, Farmerline has made remarkable strides in digitizing the agricultural sector. Over the past decade, the company has successfully digitized 2.2 million farmers through its Mergdata platform, which was recognized as one of TIME’s 100 Best Inventions in 2019. More recently, Mergdata’s Darli AI app received TIME’s Best Innovations recognition in 2024, further cementing Farmerline’s position at the forefront of agricultural technology.
Attah’s appointment to Heifer International’s Board of Directors is expected to bring a wealth of experience and innovative thinking to the nonprofit’s mission. Heifer International, known for its work in alleviating hunger and poverty through sustainable agricultural practices, will benefit from Attah’s expertise in digital solutions and his passion for social impact.
“This appointment represents an opportunity to scale digital innovation in agricultural development further,” said Alloysius Attah, CEO of Farmerline. “Our work has shown how technology can create lasting wealth for farmers and local agribusinesses.” Attah’s vision aligns perfectly with Heifer International’s goals, and his appointment is seen as a strategic move to enhance the organization’s impact.
Surita Sandosham, President and CEO of Heifer International, welcomed the appointment, stating, “We are deeply grateful to welcome Alloysius to our Board. His experience and passion for social impact align with Heifer’s vision for a world free of hunger and poverty.” This collaboration is expected to drive significant advancements in digital agricultural practices, benefiting farmers and communities worldwide.
Key achievements under Attah’s leadership at Farmerline include digitizing 2.2 million farmers, building partnerships with over 3,000 organizations across 50 countries, and developing award-winning digital solutions for agriculture. Additionally, Farmerline has pioneered regenerative farming practices through digital training, further emphasizing the company’s commitment to sustainable and innovative agricultural methods.
