Farmers in Central Region Embrace Climate-Resilient Farming for Better Yields.
Fifty-four farmers from Akotokyir, near Cape Coast, have been trained in modern, climate-resilient farming techniques aimed at improving crop yields and tackling the challenges posed by climate change. The training included methods for planting disease-resistant maize and using "neem technology" to protect crops like potatoes from nematodes. Farmers also learned about intercropping and techniques for growing high-nutrient crops such as purple and orange-fleshed sweet potatoes.The initiative, led by experts from the Crop Research Institute and AICCRA, aims to equip farmers with knowledge to boost productivity and improve food security. Many farmers, like Mary Odoom, shared how climate change had reduced their yields, but they expressed hope in the new methods. The project also advocates for irrigation support to further enhance farming success.