- Project aims to cut vegetable imports, create jobs, and boost food self-sufficiency
- Farmers to receive improved seedlings, solar-powered irrigation, and technical support
- Focus on year-round production, especially onions and tomatoes
President John Dramani Mahama has officially launched the Vegetable Development Project, a major initiative under the Feed Ghana program aimed at reducing vegetable imports, creating jobs, and boosting national food self-sufficiency.
The launch took place in Kukuom, Asunafo South District, Ahafo Region.
Known as the Vegetable Development (Yeredua) Project, it will be implemented across Ghana’s key food-producing regions. Farmers will be provided with improved seedlings, solar-powered irrigation systems, and technical support to help them meet production goals and international market standards.
President Mahama explained that the initiative seeks to address seasonal shortages, increase export opportunities, and generate thousands of jobs. Registered farmers will receive specialized training and be connected to local and international buyers.
He highlighted that the project will support year-round vegetable farming, reducing scarcity during the dry season. The program will particularly focus on expanding the production of onions and tomatoes, which account for a significant portion of Ghana’s vegetable imports, through modern agricultural methods.
In the first phase, solar-powered irrigation systems will be installed on 60 hectares of land across six communities. Additionally, a modern packhouse will be constructed to improve sorting, grading, and quality control of harvested crops.
President Mahama also noted that designated officers will help secure stable markets for farmers’ produce, ensuring the project’s sustainability and profitability.
