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76 The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has underscored the significance of agriculture in Ghana’s development, stating that it is only through agriculture that the country can truly progress. During a courtesy call by the Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Eric Opoku, the Asantehene urged the sector minister to ensure that agriculture is made fruitful for […]
376 The Agri Eye Consult, in partnership with the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research – Crops Research Institute (CSIR-CRI), the Faculty of Agriculture at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), and the Ghana Agricultural and Rural Development Journalists Association (GARDJA), is set to host the first-ever Agricultural Researchers-Investors Summit in Kumasi. […]
487 The Member of Parliament for Amenfi Central, Hon. Joana Gyan Cudjoe, in collaboration with the District Chief Executive (DCE), Hon. Peter Amponsah, and some constituency and branch executives, have successfully undertaken a land identification tour to establish a vegetables and rice farm within the district. This initiative aims to provide constituents with access to […]
454 The Agroecology and Circular Economy for Ecosystem Services (ACE4ES) call upon policymakers, private sector leaders, civil society organizations, research institutions, farmers and international development partners to join them in advancing a resilient, climate-smart agricultural future for Ghana and beyond. In a Communique signed by Dr. Kwaku Owona- Hwesofour Asante, the team leader, stated that […]
447 Preparations are underway for the International Day of Forests, scheduled to take place on March 21st, 2025, at the Nkawie Kuffour Park. According to Abraham Essel, Manager of the Nkawie Forestry District, this year’s celebration promises to be a significant event, with a focus on establishing a food forest. The program, which aims to […]
492 The national president of the Ghana National Cocoa Farmers Association (GNACOFA), Mr. Stephenson Anane Boateng, has appealed to President John Dramani Mahama and the Agric Ministry to involve cocoa farmers in the economic plan policy. According to Mr. Anane, during the presentation of this year’s budget, the Finance Minister, Hon. Ato Baah Cassiel Forson, […]
506 The Punch newspaper Editor, Ayisah Foster is advocating for economic empowerment through local factories, urging President Mahama to prioritize domestic production over foreign imports. This call to action is particularly relevant given Ghana’s economic challenges, including high public debt, inflation, and unemployment. Foster’s proposal aligns with the National Democratic Congress’s (NDC) “24-Hour Economic Policy,” […]
516 Government has committed GH₵1.5 billion towards its Agriculture for Economic Transformation Agenda, a comprehensive initiative aimed at revitalising the agricultural sector. The Minister of State for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, announced that despite financial constraints, this allocation is a strategic move to boost local food production and reduce unemployment. Speaking on JoyNews Roundtable […]
652 Dr. Andy Okrah has officially taken over as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Tree Crops Development Authority, effective February 19, 2025. He will oversee the functions and daily activities of the Authority. Dr. Andy Osei Okrah is a forester with extensive experience in forestry policy, sustainable forest management, and forest regulations. He […]
759 The farming community of Blajai under Kpandai District of the Northern Region, is reeling in shock after a mysterious fire swept through 40 yam barns in different locations, destroying approximately 72,000 yam setts and tubers. Multiple farmers suffered significant losses, including Mr. Elijah Nbenba, Mr. Nakoja Nlanjo, Mr. Sajah Bijakie, Mr. Kwaku Nyong, Mr. […]