In a move to support farmers affected by the recent dry spell, the Minister for Food and Agriculture, Dr Bryan Acheampong, has announced the distribution of food grants to over 800,000 farmers in eight severely affected regions.
The relief effort, set to begin on October 10, will provide farmers with 25kg of rice and 100kg of maize.
To ensure transparency and accountability, the distribution of inputs and food grants will be managed through the Ghana Agriculture and Agribusiness Platform (GhAAP).
A team of 3,000 personnel has been deployed nationwide to register farmers and ensure no one is left out of the relief programs.
Relief Measures
Food Grants: 25kg of rice and 100kg of maize for affected farmers – Online Grain Market: Convenient purchase of maize and rice at affordable prices starting October 10 – Registration: 3,000 personnel deployed to register farmers nationwide.
Long-Term Solutions
The government is also investing in agricultural resilience, focusing on irrigation and long-term grain storage.
The Planting for Food and Jobs Phase 2 initiative will play a crucial role in safeguarding Ghana’s future food security. – Irrigation Investment: GHS 3 billion annually for the next decade – Grain Storage Capacity: Increase by 100,000 metric tons per year for the next 16 years.
Dr Bryan Acheampong expressed gratitude to stakeholders, including the World Bank, ECOWAS, and local partners, for their support in addressing the crisis. “The dry spell underscores the importance of long-term agricultural planning and investments.
The government, with support from international partners, is committed to ensuring our farmers are equipped to withstand future shocks.”
This relief effort is expected to provide much-needed support to farmers and stabilize food supply in the coming months.
