13 h. ago Dumelo urges youth to embrace agriculture, entrepreneurship at VYE Forum

The Deputy Minister of Food and Agriculture, John Dumelo, has encouraged young people in the Volta Region to take advantage of the vast opportunities in agriculture and entrepreneurship.

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41 h. ago Agric Minister applauds farmers, highlights new era of innovation at National Farmers Day 

The Minister of Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has praised Ghana’s farmers and fishers for their vital role in sustaining the nation’s food system and driving economic growth, describing them as the backbone of national development. 

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66 h. ago Farming interventions paying off, lifting incomes and food security, says Agric minister

Minister for Food and Agriculture Eric Opoku says the government’s agricultural interventions are not only improving national food systems but are also directly impacting households, lifting incomes and enhancing food security for millions of Ghanaian families.

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67 h. ago Stanbic Bank Donates Tractor for 41st Farmers’ Day Celebration

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/stanbic-bank-donates-tractor-for-41st-farmers-day-celebration/Stanbic Bank Ghana has donated a brand new Massey Ferguson tractor to the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) as part of its support for the 41st National Farmers’ Day celebration scheduled for December 5, 2025. The gesture marks the bank’s 18th consecutive year of backing the annual event that honours the nation’s food producers. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/stanbic-bank-donates-tractor-for-41st-farmers-day-celebration/

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67 h. ago Newage Agric Solutions donates rice, soybean oil and cash to MoFA for farmers’ day

The CIMG 2024 Agric Company of the Year, Newage Agric Solutions Ltd has presented GH¢30,000 worth of food products and a cash donation of GH¢50,000 to the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) towards the 41st Farmers Day celebration to be held in the Volta Region. The food products included bags of EVIVI RICE and EVIVI SOYABEAN oil to be distributed by the Ministry to support the celebration.

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3 d. ago From glut to growth – John Dumelo says value addition is the way forward

Deputy Minister of Agriculture, John Dumelo, says government’s new direction for the sector is clear and deliberate.

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3 d. ago Feed Ghana, feed industry – Deputy Agric Minister Dumelo outlines new direction

Deputy Minister of Food and Agriculture, John Dumelo, says government's agricultural strategy centres on feeding the local industry as the country pushes for a stronger and more structured sector.

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4 d. ago Japan Motors supports MoFA with Yamaha motorbikes, equipment ahead of Farmers’ Day celebration

Japan Motors Trading Company Ltd. (JMTC) has donated essential equipment to the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) and the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture Development (MoFAD) ahead of the 41st National Farmers’ Day celebrations.

Transport

4 d. ago Dumelo tours Buffer Stock stands at National Agric Fair, applauds food security drive

Deputy Minister for Food and Agriculture, John Dumelo, was among the many high-profile visitors who toured the exhibition stands of the National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO) on Day Two of the national agricultural fair in Ho, the Volta Regional capital.

Transport

5 d. ago Government prioritises healthcare in 2026 budget – Health Minister

The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has described the 2026 budget as “the most people-focused and health-centred budget” in recent years, highlighting a strong commitment to healthcare investment. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series, Mr Akandoh announced a GH¢34 billion allocation to the health sector, including GH¢11 billion for the National Health Insurance Scheme […]

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5 d. ago Bryan Acheampong: “I will deliver power for the NPP in 2028”

Former Minister of Food and Agriculture and MP for Abetifi, Dr Bryan Acheampong, has declared himself the New Patriotic Party’s “best bet” to return the party to power in the 2028 elections. In an exclusive interview with AfricaWatch, he outlined a vision focused on rebuilding party unity, strengthening discipline, and driving bold national transformation. Dr […]

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7 d. ago Government Declares December 5 Statutory Holiday for National Farmers Day

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-declares-december-5-statutory-holiday-for-national-farmers-day/The Ministry of the Interior has declared Friday, December 5, 2025 a statutory public holiday to mark the annual celebration of Ghana’s agricultural sector contributors. Interior Minister Mohammed Mubarak Muntaka issued the announcement this week, urging citizens to observe the day appropriately. Farmers’ Day, celebrated annually on the first Friday of December, recognises the immense […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-declares-december-5-statutory-holiday-for-national-farmers-day/

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1 week ago Parliament Requests Extension on RTI Query Over Former Minister’s Military Records

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/parliament-requests-extension-on-rti-query-over-former-ministers-military-records/Parliament has requested an extra week to respond to a Right to Information (RTI) application seeking clarity on the United States Air Force service records of Dr. Bryan Acheampong, Member of Parliament for Abetifi and former Minister for Food and Agriculture. The request for an extension follows the expiration of the statutory 14 day window […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/parliament-requests-extension-on-rti-query-over-former-ministers-military-records/

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1 week ago Bonagro Ltd Donates Over Gh₵400,000 To Support 41st National Farmers Day

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bonagro-ltd-donates-over-gh%e2%82%b5400000-to-support-41st-national-farmers-day/Agricultural input supplier BonAgro Ltd has boosted preparations for the 41st National Farmers Day with a donation of farming inputs and a brand-new tractor valued at more than GH₵400,000, presented Tuesday, Nov. 25, to the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) in Accra. Ghana will mark the 2025 National Farmers Day on Friday, Dec. 5, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bonagro-ltd-donates-over-gh%e2%82%b5400000-to-support-41st-national-farmers-day/

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1 week ago Ghana Recruits Extension Officers to Bridge Agricultural Service Gap

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-recruits-extension-officers-to-bridge-agricultural-service-gap/The Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) is recruiting 400 new agricultural extension agents and deploying 10,000 National Service personnel over four years to close Ghana’s longstanding extension gap and improve farmer productivity across the country. Food and Agriculture Minister Eric Opoku announced the initiative at the Government Accountability Series at the Presidency in Accra […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-recruits-extension-officers-to-bridge-agricultural-service-gap/

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1 week ago Ghana Installs Weather Stations to Boost Climate Smart Agriculture

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-installs-weather-stations-to-boost-climate-smart-agriculture/Ghana has installed 20 automated weather stations as part of efforts to strengthen climate resilience and improve agricultural planning through real-time data collection and enhanced forecasting capabilities. Food and Agriculture Minister Eric Opoku announced the installation during the Government Accountability Series at the Presidency in Accra on Monday, describing the technology as a significant upgrade […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-installs-weather-stations-to-boost-climate-smart-agriculture/

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1 week ago Food inflation has dropped sharply to 9.5% in October 2025 – Agric Minister

The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, says Ghana’s food inflation has dropped dramatically to 9.5 per cent as of October 2025, marking one of the most significant declines in recent years.

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1 week ago Gov’t to establish new soya processing plant, revamp shea industry – Agric Minister

The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has announced two major initiatives aimed at boosting agro-industrialisation, supporting farmers, and strengthening value chains in northern Ghana.

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1 week ago Agric Minister outlines key developments under Feed Ghana Programme in past nine months

Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has announced significant progress under the government’s Feed Ghana Programme, introduced by the Mahama administration to transform agriculture, boost food security, create jobs and reduce the country’s dependence on food imports.

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1 week ago Ghana to launch Food Brigade, recruit 10,000 youth into agriculture under new national service programme

Ghana is set to launch the Ghana Food Brigade before the end of December as part of a major push to improve agricultural productivity and food security, the Minister of Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has announced.

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