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Experts push for sustainable agric practices. . . To enhance food security

Amid escalating concerns over food insecurity and climate change, agricultural experts across Ghana are championing sustainable farming practices as a vital strategy to bolster food production and ensure long-term resilience. Key recommendations include adopting agroecological methods like crop rotation, organic fertilization, and integrated pest management. These practices not only enhance soil health and biodiversity but also mitigate environmental degradation. Technological innovations are playing a pivotal role in this transformation. Digital tools and platforms are empowering Ghanaian smallholder farmers with real-time data, enabling precision agriculture and efficient resource management. Efforts are also underway to reduce post-harvest losses through improved storage solutions and infrastructure. Initiatives like solar-powered cold storage facilities are helping preserve produce quality, thereby enhancing food availability and farmers' incomes. Training programs are being implemented to educate farmers on climate-smart agriculture, focusing on practices that increase productivity while conserving natural […]

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US Allocates $3 Million to Boost Agriculture and Health in Northern Ghana.

The United States, through USAID, has pledged $3 million (over GH₵48 million) to support farmers and enhance healthcare in northern Ghana. The funding addresses challenges caused by prolonged droughts and limited access to essential health services.Of the total, $1.7 million will aid over 10,000 smallholder farmers with climate-smart agricultural training, inputs for nutritious crops like cowpea and sesame, and resources for poultry and livestock farming. The initiative also facilitates transporting surplus food to areas facing shortages.Meanwhile, $1.3 million is dedicated to improving maternal and child health. This includes establishing community health platforms and introducing "pregnancy schools" to promote better nutrition and pregnancy care.This initiative cements the US as Ghana's top development partner, with USAID contributing over $150 million to various projects in the past year.

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Climate-Smart Farming Revitalizes Agriculture in Northern Ghana Amid Challenges.

Ghana’s agriculture sector, particularly in the northern regions, has been hit hard by recurring droughts and disruptions in vegetable imports from Burkina Faso, causing a significant decline in crop yields. Once a hub for key crops like tomatoes and onions, northern Ghana now faces reduced food production.In response, innovative solutions like Smart Farmers Ghana are gaining traction. This community-driven initiative introduces climate-smart technologies, including solar-powered irrigation and precision farming tools, helping farmers adapt to erratic rainfall and grow crops year-round.The upcoming 2024 elections have placed agriculture at the forefront of political discussions, with both the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and New Patriotic Party (NPP) prioritizing agricultural reform. However, collaboration with Smart Farmers Ghana could be key to turning these policies into sustainable, long-term solutions that ensure food security and economic growth.

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