11 h. ago Ghana Rice Christmas Exhibition Spotlights Local Production Potential

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-rice-christmas-exhibition-spotlights-local-production-potential/The Chamber of Agribusiness Ghana has announced a 10-day rice sales exhibition at the University of Ghana, Legon, running from December 17 to 27, 2025 to encourage Ghanaians to buy locally grown rice during the festive season. The event targets consumers seeking affordable, healthy food options while showcasing improvements in domestic rice quality and packaging. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-rice-christmas-exhibition-spotlights-local-production-potential/

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39 h. ago JICA, MoFA pioneer mechanisation to reduce rice production costs in Ghana

The Ghana Rice Production Improvement Project (GRIP), executed under the framework of technical cooperation by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) in partnership with the Directorate of Crop Services (DCS) and the Ghana Irrigation Development Authority (GIDA) of the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA), hosted a crucial field demonstration of labour-saving technologies.

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4 d. ago CRAG hails National Farmers’ Day, calls for accelerated action to achieve rice self

The Commercial Rice Growers Alliance Ghana (CRAG) has congratulated all Ghanaian farmers on the occasion of the 41st National Farmers’ Day, while commending the Government of Ghana for maintaining this key annual celebration that recognises the nation’s agricultural workforce.

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1 week ago AGRA, Kufuor Foundation take Eat Ghana Rice campaign to Parliament House

AGRA and the John A. Kufuor Foundation have taken the Eat Ghana Rice Campaign to Parliament House, urging MPs and Ghanaians to choose and consume more Ghana rice this festive season.

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2 w. ago Food glut, tomato scarcity: Why Ghana has too much rice but not enough tomatoes

Ironically, while Ghana has more rice than it can absorb in the short term, the country is battling an acute scarcity of tomatoes.

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2 w. ago Ghana Targets Rice, Poultry and Cement for Import Substitution Drive

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-targets-rice-poultry-and-cement-for-import-substitution-drive/Ghana is intensifying efforts to reduce reliance on imported goods by expanding local manufacturing capacity in key sectors such as rice, poultry and cement as part of a broader strategy to strengthen economic resilience and take advantage of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Speaking in an interview with The High Street Journal, Mr. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-targets-rice-poultry-and-cement-for-import-substitution-drive/

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2 w. ago Government support for Springfield deal depends on Independent valuation

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor, says the government will only support a potential state-led takeover of Springfield Exploration and Production Limited’s (SEP) stake in the West Cape Three Points Block 2 (WCTP2) after an independent and transparent valuation proves the field holds strong commercial prospects.

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3 w. ago Government Faces Criticism Over Springfield Oil Block Takeover Plan

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-faces-criticism-over-springfield-oil-block-takeover-plan/The government’s announcement of a potential state led takeover of Springfield Exploration and Production’s interest in the West Cape Three Points Block 2 (WCTP 2) has triggered sharp criticism from energy sector observers who argue the approach contradicts petroleum laws and creates a problematic precedent. The Ministry of Energy confirmed on November 19 that the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-faces-criticism-over-springfield-oil-block-takeover-plan/

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3 w. ago Unlocking National Oil Value: Strategic Intervention or Missed Opportunity?

The Government of Ghana’s intention to takeover Springfield Exploration & Production’s interest in the West Cape Three Points Block 2 (WCTP2) has reopened important conversations about the country’s upstream future. With national crude production declining and deep-water resources carrying significant untapped potential, the move signals a deliberate attempt to prevent valuable assets from remaining idle due to prolonged commercial or operational delays. WCTP2, one of the country’s promising blocks, is too critical to be left undeveloped.

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3 w. ago Smugglers now control Ghana’s rice and sugar market – Importers blame gov’t inaction

Importers say smugglers have taken control of Ghana’s rice and sugar market. They warn that government inaction has allowed illegal trade to grow unchecked.

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last month Farmers Petition Mahama Over One Million Tonnes of Unsold Rice

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/farmers-petition-mahama-over-one-million-tonnes-of-unsold-rice/Ghanaian farmers have petitioned President John Dramani Mahama seeking urgent intervention as an estimated one million metric tonnes of paddy rice valued at five billion Ghana cedis remain unsold in farming communities across the country, threatening the livelihoods of over one million agricultural workers. The coalition of smallholder farmers and agribusiness operators, led by commercial […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/farmers-petition-mahama-over-one-million-tonnes-of-unsold-rice/

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