303 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 […]
Agriculture
We’re ready for the 2025 International Day Of Forests Celebration-Nkawie District Forestry Manager
306 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 […]
Cocoa Farmers Demand a Seat at the Table in Economic Planning
348 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, […]
Local Factories Key to Ghana’s Economic Growth- Punch Editor
370 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,” […]
GH¢1.5bn devoted to Agriculture Transformation Agenda, including ‘Nkokɔ Nketenkete’ – Felix Kwakye Ofosu
307 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 […]
Dr. Andy Okrah Officially Takes Over as CEO of Tree Crops Development Authority
516 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 […]
Devastating Fire Burns 72,000 Yam Tubers: Blajai Farmers Seek Philanthropic Help
589 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. […]
Poultry Price Relief: Editor of The Punch Newspaper Urges President Mahama to Provide Free Chicks to Farmers Urgently
449 The Punch Newspaper Managing Editor, Ayisah Foster, has made a passionate appeal to President John Dramani Mahama to urgently implement the free distribution of chicks to farmers. This move, Foster believes, would significantly reduce the cost of poultry products, providing much-needed relief to consumers. According to him, a crate of egg is now sold […]
Prof. Maxwell Darko Asante Inducted as New Director of CSIR-Crops Research Institute
260 The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has inducted Prof. Maxwell Darko Asante as the new Director of the CSIR-Crops Research Institute (CSIR-CRI), effective February 1, 2025. Prof. Asante, a renowned research scientist with over two decades of experience in agricultural research and development, succeeds the late Prof. Moses Brandford Mochiah. His expertise […]
“Ghana’s Untapped Agricultural Wealth: Klutse Kudomor Calls for a Revolution in Farming and Job Creation”
372 Agribusiness consultant Klutse Kudomor, with decades of expertise in Nestlé Central and West Africa and Ghana’s Agricultural Sector Investment Programme, has issued a clarion call for Ghana to revolutionize its agricultural sector. Speaking in the Volta Region, Kudomor unveiled a transformative vision of how agriculture could lift millions out of poverty, drastically cut food […]