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Tuber: Togo Produced 2.51 million Tonnes in 2024, Up 5.5% YoY

Togo produced 2,515,000 tonnes of tubers in 2024, against 2,406,614 tonnes in 2023. The Ministry of Agriculture reported this data in the Citizens’ Budget, highlighting a steady upward trend since 2022, when production rose by 7.5% to 2,238,529 tonnes. The Plateaux and Centrale regions produced the most, 768,864 tonnes and 519,708 tonnes, respectively. The increased output coincides with Lomé’s 2024-2028 plan to develop the root and tuber sector. Under this plan, the government seeks to raise CFA2.34 billion to fund development actions. The Ministry of Agriculture and the Interprofessional Council for the Root and Tuber Plant Sector (CIFPRT) developed the four-year strategy. It was validated in 2023.

Ahmad April 4, 2025

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Ahafo

Ghana to Host 40th National Farmers’ Day with Focus on Climate-Resilient Agriculture.

The Ministry of Food and Agriculture has announced that Ghana's 40th National Farmers’ Day celebration will be held on November 8, 2024, in Greater Accra. Traditionally held in December, the date change this year accommodates the upcoming general elections. This year’s theme, "Building Climate-Resilient Agriculture for Sustainable Food Security," highlights the importance of sustainable farming practices amid growing climate challenges. Leading up to the main event, the ministry has organized a National Agricultural Fair called Agrifest Ghana, set to take place from November 4-8, showcasing innovative farming techniques and providing a platform for knowledge sharing among farmers and stakeholders.The celebration will conclude with a National Awards Night where President Nana Akufo-Addo will honor outstanding farmers in categories such as National Best Farmer, Best Livestock Farmer, and Best Female Farmer. The awards recognize the significant role that farmers and fishermen play […]

Edem 4Style October 26, 2024

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Ahafo

Ghana’s Coconut Industry Offers One Million Jobs.

Ghana’s booming coconut industry is creating substantial employment opportunities, providing nearly one million jobs across the value chain. The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Bryan Acheampong, highlighted the industry's potential at the recent 3rd International Coconut Festival. The sector is contributing significantly to Ghana’s economy through production, processing, and exportation of coconuts and coconut-related products.The country has seen a rise in global demand for its coconuts, especially in Europe and Asia, where Ghanaian coconuts are recognized for their quality. Investments in coconut farming have surged, with smallholder farmers, agro-processors, and exporters benefiting from the growing market. The industry is also aligned with the government’s Planting for Export and Rural Development (PERD) initiative, which seeks to boost cash crop exports.The Coconut Federation of Ghana has also been working to ensure sustainable farming practices, with a focus on replanting efforts to prevent […]

Edem 4Style October 22, 2024

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VOLTA

Peasant Farmers in Volta Region Urged to Adopt Eco-Friendly Farming.

The Peasant Farmers Association of Ghana (PFAG) recently organized a stakeholder engagement in the Volta Region to promote agroecology, a sustainable alternative to chemical-based farming. The event, supported by the 11th Hour Project, highlighted the harmful effects of agrochemicals on both land and human health.Bismark Owusu Nortey, PFAG’s National Executive Director, stressed the importance of shifting to agroecological practices that preserve soil health, reduce chemical dependency, and increase resilience to climate change. The Volta Regional Director of Agriculture, William Dzamefe, also encouraged farmers to diversify their farming methods in response to the growing impacts of climate change.Participants expressed optimism about the insights gained, with plans to implement agroecological practices on their farms. PFAG aims to expand these engagements nationwide, promoting a healthier ecosystem and sustainable farming methods.

Edem 4Style October 12, 2024

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ASHANTI

Minister of Environment Inspects Ashanti Region’s Land Restoration Project.

A team from the Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation (MESTI), led by Minister Ophelia Mensah Hayford, visited the Ashanti Region to evaluate progress on the Ghana Landscape Restoration and Small-Scale Mining Project (GLRSSMP). The project, valued at $103.36 million, aims to improve natural resource management and enhance benefits in savannah and cocoa forest landscapes.During the visit, the team met with local farmers and project stakeholders, gathering feedback and addressing challenges. The initiative, active in 26 communities across eight regions, supports over 58,000 farmers. The Minister expressed satisfaction with the results and highlighted the importance of tree planting to combat climate change. She also pledged continued support to restore degraded lands and enhance soil health.

Edem 4Style October 6, 2024

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ASHANTI

Galamsey Devastates Over 2,000 Hectares of Cocoa Farms in Ashanti Region.

The illegal mining phenomenon, commonly known as galamsey, has wreaked havoc on cocoa farms in the Ashanti Region, with more than 2,000 hectares reported destroyed. This alarming information came to light during a recent visit by the Ashanti Regional COCOBOD Manager to farmers in the Brofoyedru Cocoa District within the Adansi Asokwa District.Ebenezer Kwabena Agyen, the Ashanti Regional Manager of the Cocoa Health & Extension Division of COCOBOD, expressed significant concern over the escalating galamsey issue during an interview with Adom News correspondent Isaac K. Normanyo. He revealed that his office has initiated a regional campaign aimed at combating illegal mining activities to safeguard the cocoa industry.Agyen pointed out that many cocoa-producing districts are now becoming hotspots for galamsey, which severely disrupts cocoa production. He noted that some illegal miners have gone so far as to threaten and evict farmers […]

Edem 4Style September 30, 2024

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