The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has announced a $1 million government initiative to support over 1,500 peasant farmers in northern Ghana under the Feed Ghana Project.
The initiative aims to boost vegetable production, particularly tomatoes and improve the livelihoods of smallholder farmers operating at the margins of the agricultural sector.
Speaking on Monday, April 14, Mr. Opoku emphasized the government’s commitment to empowering grassroots farmers, many of whom struggle with limited access to finance despite their active involvement in farming.
To formalize the support, the Ministry will sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Apex Bank on Wednesday, 16 April, allowing for the structured disbursement of funds to registered farmers and organized cooperatives.
“Some are already into tomato production,” he said. “It’s now about identifying them and supplying the right logistics.”
In addition to funding, the government will provide technical support, including high-quality seeds and key inputs to enable year-round vegetable cultivation.
Mr. Opoku expressed confidence that Ghana can surpass regional competitors like Burkina Faso in vegetable output.
The Feed Ghana Project is a key part of the government’s agricultural strategy to reduce food imports, boost food security, and create jobs.
According to the Minister, this $1 million support is just the beginning of a broader effort to revitalize the sector from the ground up.