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The Chief Executive Officer of Agrihouse Foundation, Alberta Nana Akyaa Akosa, has urged farmers in the Bono East Region and across Ghana to embrace innovative farming practices to increase their yields and contribute to food security.
She made this statement during the closing ceremony of the second edition of the Ghana Agrochemical Crop Protection Exhibition.
Agrihouse Foundation successfully concluded the event with a Farm Clinic, aimed at equipping farmers with essential knowledge and skills to enhance productivity and promote food security.
The two-day event, held at the Techiman Community Center, was designed to support farmers as they prepared for the upcoming farming season. It addressed key challenges such as limited access to farm inputs which includes fertilizers, seeds, weedicides, and pesticides as well as the lack of education on best farming practices.
Over 400 farmers had the opportunity to interact with input dealers, gaining insights into the efficient use of farm inputs and purchasing them at affordable prices during the event.
The Farm Clinic, which was the highlight of the final day, provided farmers with hands-on training on proper seed sowing techniques, effective fertilizer application, safe and efficient use of pesticides and weedicides, soil management and crop protection, and modern and innovative farming methods
The session received an overwhelmingly positive response from farmers.
In an interview with our reporter, some of the farmers expressed their profound gratitude to Agrihouse Foundation, describing the event as a game changer for them.
“Before attending the exhibition, we struggled with various challenges such as crop diseases, inefficient fertilizer use, and post-harvest losses. But now, we’ve learned about innovative solutions and techniques that will significantly improve our farming operations.
“Aside from the knowledge we have gained, we also bought a lot of things at very cheap prices. We are very grateful.” A farmer told our reporter
Another farmer said, “We are grateful to Agrihouse. They came to Techiman last year and promised to organize the event again this year. I’m really happy they fulfilled their promise because this event has been a game-changer for us. We’ve gained invaluable knowledge on how to improve our yields, manage pests and diseases, and adopt more efficient farming techniques.”
A farmer further emphasized the importance of technology in agriculture, saying: “Technology has now been fully integrated into farming, and that has changed a lot of things. The traditional way of farming is evolving as new and improved methods continue to emerge. We are very grateful for this event because we have learned a lot especially about the proper application of fertilizers, weedicides, pesticides, and other chemicals on our farms.”
Speaking at the closing event, Alberta Nana Akyaa Akosa, Chief Executive Officer of Agrihouse Foundation, urged farmers to embrace innovative farming techniques to help increase their yields
“As I mentioned on the first day, one of the biggest challenges farmers face during the farming season is access to essential inputs such as fertilizers, seeds, weedicides, pesticides, and other agricultural supplies. Additionally, many farmers lack proper education on best farming practices.
“With the agriculture industry evolving, it is crucial for farmers to embrace innovative ideas that can help them increase their yield and contribute to national food security.
Alberta Nana Akyaa Akosa used the occasion to express her gratitude to the over 20 exhibitors who participated in the program. She further disclosed that the Ghana Agrochemical Crop Protection Exhibition also serves as a platform for job creation for young people aspiring to venture into the agricultural value chain industry
“Our exhibitors have played a key role in the success of this program. They not only showcased their products but also engaged in meaningful interactions with farmers and collaborated with Agrihouse Foundation to strengthen the agricultural sector.
“Beyond supporting farmers, the Ghana Agrochemical Crop Protection Exhibition also serves as a platform for job creation. Agrihouse Foundation, in collaboration with input dealers, is committed to helping young people set up input dealer shops in their communities. This initiative will not only ensure easy access to farm inputs but also provide employment opportunities for the youth.” She stated
Source: Ghanaweb.mobi
