Gan Yoshiya

Gan Yoshiya is an agricultural moshav in the Hefer Valley of central Israel, featuring a mix of residential homes and surrounding farmland. The settlement follows the traditional moshav layout with private family farms and shared community resources.

The settlement was founded in 1949 by former Palmach soldiers of Romanian Jewish background seeking to build a new agricultural community. They quickly developed farming systems that remain central to life here today.

The agricultural practices of Gan Josiah residents focus on crop production and livestock management, maintaining traditional moshav cooperative principles.

The moshav sits in a relatively flat valley with good road connections to neighboring communities and regional towns. Visitors can best explore the landscape by car or bicycle to view the farms and open fields.

Positioned near the Green Line boundary, Gan Josiah integrates both residential areas and farming zones within its territorial structure.

Location: Hefer Valley Regional Council

Inception: 1949

Elevation above the sea: 31 m

Website: http://ganyoshiya.com

GPS coordinates: 32.34960,34.99060

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:25