To revolutionize Ghana’s agricultural sector, the Okyehene has graciously allocated land to the Youth Employment Agency for the ambitious “Youth in Agriculture” project.
This groundbreaking initiative seeks to tap into the immense potential of the nation’s youth, to revitalize the agricultural industry, and drive substantial national growth.
Central to this endeavor is the objective to empower 200,000 young individuals with essential resources, including land, fertilizers, and monthly stipends, through the government’s Planting for Food and Jobs program.
This initiative is strategically designed to elevate food productivity and ensure security across the country.
The “Youth In Agriculture project”, supported by robust policies, substantial investments, and comprehensive infrastructure development, is poised to significantly enhance productivity and competitiveness within Ghana’s agricultural landscape.
By imparting training, allocating resources, and extending support to 200,000 youth across one million acres of land, this initiative not only seeks to fortify food security but also to forge a vibrant and sustainable future for the nation’s young populace.
Simultaneously, Dr. Bryan Acheampong, the Minister for Food and Agriculture, inaugurated a series of infrastructure projects as part of the Emergency Support to Rural Livelihoods and Food Systems exposed to COVID-19 (ESRF) program on February 20th, 2024, in Kwasi Fante, Afram Plains South District, Eastern Region.
These projects specifically target smallholder farmers and encompass a range of developments such as farm tracks, water harvesting schemes, drying platforms, and boreholes.
The overarching goal is to enhance market access, increase crop yields, address water scarcity challenges, and improve post-harvest management practices.
A notable highlight includes establishing a 100-hectare water harvesting scheme in Tordzinu and Klenormadi in the Volta Region, complemented by the construction of 16 drying platforms and 29.5 kilometers of farm tracks spanning various regions.
Additionally, 20 boreholes will be drilled to benefit communities in the North-East Gonja, Nanton, Atebubu, Bono East, Northern, and Savannah regions.
As these transformative projects unfold, they serve as a beacon of optimism and underscore the pivotal role of agriculture in driving national development.
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