Christabel DANSO ABEAM Tree Crops Development Authority (TCDA), under the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MOFA), will host the sixth Council of Ministers’ Conference of the Consultative International Cashew Council (CICC) from April 16th to April 20th, 2024. The conference aims to bolster the development of the cashew sector and foster economic and social growth […] The post
It is a welcome relief to hear the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) categorically deny the commercialisation of certain genetically modified organisms like maize, soy or even perhaps, tomatoes in our food chain. The clarification comes amid concerns expressed by a number of interest groups like the Peasant Farmers Association of Ghana (PFAG), aggregators […] The post
The car hummed softly as we navigated the familiar streets of Accra, the engine’s rhythmic purr serving as a backdrop to the heavy silence that hung between us. My passenger, a young boy, and one of my favourite nephews, slouched in the back seat, stared out the window with a distant look in his eyes, […] The post Dede Drives the Discourse:
The nation’s march toward improved food security has received a boost with the arrival of 330 tonnes of high-yielding rice seeds, courtesy of the K-Ricebelt project, a South Korean initiative spearheaded by the Korea Partnership for Innovation of Agriculture (KOPIA). This project signifies a new sphere in agricultural development, providing an additional window amid escalating […] The post
Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Gambia, Senegal, Cameroon, Uganda, and Kenya are benefiting from a South Korean developmental initiative as a swift response to the danger over food security in Africa by helping these countries to increase rice production and reduce their reliance on imports. Known as the K-Ricebelt project, it is aimed at providing small farmers […] The post
A foreign-owned mining company is reported to have taken over 100 hectares of rehabilitated cocoa farms at Nkawie in the Ashanti region, allegedly without authorisation, denying the farmers access to their farmlands. According to TV3 News, the company, MIGOP Mining Limited, is conducting mining exploration and development activities in five cocoa communities in the Atwima […] The post Ashanti
The Public Relations Officer of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCBOD), Fiifi Boafo, has stated that cocoa farmers in Ghana receive significant government interventions, unlike their counterparts in Cote d’Ivoire. He also defended the government against claims that cocoa producers were being shortchanged, even though the farmgate price for cocoa had increased by 58%. “The premium […] The post Ghanaian
As International Women’s Month 2024 comes to a close, 3FM embarked on a journey to honor and spotlight the remarkable achievements of women in agricultural technology and innovation. The culmination of the celebration saw five outstanding women in the agric tech and value chain innovation, take center stage to pitch their groundbreaking ideas during the […] The post 3FM celebrates
A panel of agricultural experts has been convened to discuss the critical role of women in Ghana’s agricultural sector and the imperative need for technological advancements to ensure food sustainability. Led by prominent figures in the field, the discussion highlighted the pivotal role of women in ensuring food sustainability and underscored the urgent need for […] The post Empowering
By Queenly Joy SMITH The world today is developing at a rate faster than forecast, especially, on the wheels of technology. As the world economy would have it, technology has set the stage for disruptive innovation and practices fueling the enhancement of various sectors, while creating exceptional returns for stakeholders. Although one of the oldest […] The post Agricultural
By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE The Mastercard Foundation and its partners have announced plans to invest in four key value chains: rice, soybean, poultry and tomatoes. The investment is expected to lead to a significant increase in production and value addition for these commodities. Known as the Harnessing Agricultural Productivity and Prosperity for Youth (HAPPY) programme, Mastercard […] The post
The Resilience Against Climate Change (REACH) project recently held a significant ceremony in Wa, capital of the Upper West Regional, where conservation agriculture (CA) tools worth over GH¢650,000 were handed over to key partners. The event marked a crucial step in advancing sustainable agriculture practices in the region. The specialized CA tools, including no-till planters, […] The post
By Emmanuel AKOMEA Queen mothers in agriculture are urging young people to get involved in farming to support the sector’s growth and seize its numerous opportunities. Recognizing their influential roles in rural development, these women emphasize the importance of youth engagement for food security and sustainable progress. Nana Afia Darko Bredu I, Kyidomhemma for Suhum, […] The post
In an effort towards bolstering agricultural innovation and collaboration, the third edition of the Agritech West Africa exhibition, coupled with Food & Beverage Ghana and FoodPack Tech Ghana exhibitions, is slated to grace the Accra International Conference Center from March 19-21, 2024. This flagship event is being held under the esteemed auspices of the Ministry […] The post
The convenor of Ghana’s Chapter of the Africa Food Systems Parliamentary Network (AFSPaN), Dr. Godfred Seidu Jasaw, has issued a clarion call to individual member states, urging a comprehensive and collaborative approach in engaging all stakeholders along the agricultural value chain to mitigate the scourge of food insecurity. Addressing participants at the African Parliamentary Retreat […] The post
Solidaridad has partnered the Department of Cooperatives in Ghana to facilitate the establishment of a robust regional and national cooperative association to increase cocoa farmers’ participation in decision-making. The partnership was formalised by signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) during a brief ceremony at Solidaridad’s office in Accra. This is against the backdrop that cocoa […] The post
Access Bank has provided funding support to three women entrepreneurs within the agribusiness sector. Each of the beneficiaries received a seed capital of GH¢100,000.00 through the “Access W” initiative, specifically Womenpreneur Pitch-A-Thon programme to upscale their business and consequently increase their access to capital. Out of a total of 50 female entrepreneurs who participated in […] The post
Farmers have been urged to leverage the Warehouse Receipt System (WRS) project to enable them use their stored produce as collateral in acquiring loans at better rates to support their businesses. Senior Credit Infrastructure Specialist at the International Financial Cooperation (IFC), Ubong Awah – who was speaking at the Ghana WRS project consultation workshop in […] The post
The Consolidated Bank Ghana (CBG) has been recognised by the Ghana Incentive-based Risk Sharing System for Agricultural Lending Project (GIRSAL), through its Partner Excellence Awards, with the Highest GIRSAL guaranteed Credit of the Year. The award, presented by the CEO of GIRSAL, Kwesi Korboe to the Managing Director of the bank, was to affirm that […] The post
…as CIBA endorses proposed policy Former president, John Dramani Mahama, has said he will initiate an Accelerated Export Development Programme as part of the 24-hour Economy Policy implementation when voted into power. He explained that the programme will be coordinated from the presidency in order to give it the requisite support due to the critical […] The post 24-hour
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