Independent Presidential Aspirant George Twum-Barimah-Adu Unveils Comprehensive “Agric for Wealth” Policy to Revolutionize Ghana’s Agricultural Sector
In a groundbreaking move, independent Presidential aspirant George Twum-Barimah-Adu has introduced the “Agric for Wealth” policy, a visionary initiative aimed at transforming Ghana’s agricultural landscape and unlocking its vast economic potential. This ambitious policy was unveiled during an engagement with farmers in Navrongo, Upper East region, at the inaugural Farmers’ Day event organized by the Peasant Farmers Association of Ghana.
The “Agric for Wealth” policy comes at a critical juncture when Ghana’s agricultural sector is grappling with pressing challenges, including climate change, limited access to resources, and market fluctuations. To address these issues, Mr. Twum-Barimah-Adu’s policy advocates for innovation, substantial investment, and empowering farmers and stakeholders across the sector.
During his address, Mr. Twum-Barimah-Adu highlighted the richness of Ghana’s agricultural resources, spanning cocoa and banana plantations in the Ashanti and Greater Accra regions to maize and cassava fields in the Eastern and Northern regions. Despite this abundance, many farmers continue to face hardships due to longstanding challenges within the agricultural value chain. The “Agric for Wealth” policy is a comprehensive strategy that covers various sectors within agriculture, including poultry farming, fishing, and animal husbandry.
The policy’s key objectives include ensuring farmers’ wealth creation from their produce, addressing financing gaps, mitigating the impact of climate change, enhancing infrastructure, and promoting cooperative efforts among farmers. Central to the policy are innovative solutions such as sustainable financing mechanisms, temperature-controlled storage facilities, the establishment of farmers’ cooperatives, and the introduction of pensions under the E-Sika policy.
Mr. Twum-Barimah-Adu emphasized the importance of strong leadership, collaborative efforts, and sustained investment from all stakeholders to realize the transformative potential of the “Agric for Wealth” policy. Through this initiative, he envisions a future where Ghana’s agricultural sector serves as a catalyst for sustainable economic growth, poverty reduction, and the creation of resilient communities. The “Agric for Wealth” policy represents a bold step towards harnessing Ghana’s agricultural heritage to build a prosperous and resilient nation. By revolutionizing the agricultural sector, Ghana can unlock its immense economic potential and create a brighter future for generations to come.
