Established in 1969 within the fertile expanse of the Hevel Eshkol, Ohad is a moshav that wears its history with pride, named after the third son of the biblical Simeon. This agricultural collective serves as a vital piece of the northwestern Negev’s tapestry, where rows of greenhouses and dusty desert paths define a life deeply connected to the land. Located just a stone’s throw from the Gaza Strip border, the village was built by a diverse group of immigrants who sought to make the desert bloom, creating a communal spirit that mirrors the tenacity of the surrounding landscape and its neighboring settlement, Tzohar.​

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The quiet rhythms of this border community were shattered on October 7, 2023, when the region faced an unprecedented wave of violence that transformed the peaceful Negev fields into a frontline of defense. While the moshav endured the trauma of the attacks and the subsequent displacement of many families, the story of Ohad has since become one of remarkable fortitude and grit. Today, the community stands as a testament to the enduring Israeli spirit, as residents return to their farms and homes, determined to restore the vibrancy of the Eshkol region and ensure that the legacy of their biblical namesake continues to thrive in the face of adversity.