- The ban on grain exports is expected to be lifted by November
- The restriction was enacted in response to decreased grain yields from an unexpected dry spell
- Bryan Acheampong confirmed ongoing monitoring of agricultural conditions
Dr. Bryan Acheampong, the Minister for Food and Agriculture, has announced that the government plans to lift the recent grain export ban by November.
This news provides a boost to those in the agricultural and trade sectors who have been anxiously watching the situation since the sudden imposition of the export restrictions.
The ban, enacted last week, was a response to significant drops in grain production in northern Ghana, which were caused by an unexpected dry spell. This weather anomaly has raised concerns about food security and potential price hikes.
The export ban was implemented to prioritize domestic food needs over international sales.
Dr. Acheampong assured that the government is actively monitoring agricultural conditions and weather patterns. He is optimistic that by November, with the upcoming harvests and potential imports, the situation will stabilize, allowing the ban to be lifted.
