Ghana's Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, recently paid a courtesy call on the Ga Mantse, Nii Teiko Tsuru II, to strengthen collaboration between the Ministry and Traditional Authorities in promoting agriculture and food security. This meeting aimed to enhance cooperation, particularly in disseminating agricultural information and government interventions to farming communities. The courtesy call is part of the Ministry's efforts to engage with Traditional Authorities and stakeholders to advance Ghana's agricultural development and food security.
The meeting focused on deepening cooperation between the Ministry and traditional leaders, particularly in disseminating agricultural information and government interventions to farming communities. The Ga Mantse, Nii Teiko Tsuru II, emphasized the need for closer collaboration to ensure that farmers and communities receive timely and accurate information on agricultural programs and opportunities. This cooperation is expected to enhance the adoption of best practices and improve agricultural productivity in the region.
During the meeting, the Ga Mantse called for the Ministry to prioritize maize production, citing its importance to the diet and livelihoods of the people of the Ga State. He also assured the Minister of the continued support and cooperation of the Ga State and warmly welcomed him as a son of the soil. The Ga Mantse's endorsement is expected to facilitate the implementation of agricultural programs in the region.
In response, Eric Opoku outlined the Ministry's vision to transform Ghanaian agriculture from subsistence farming into a profitable and attractive business capable of creating sustainable jobs, particularly for the youth. He highlighted the significant gains under the government's Feed Ghana Programme, noting that Ghana's maize production reached more than 4.6 million tonnes in 2025, compared with an estimated national demand of about 3.6 million tonnes.
The Minister attributed the success in maize production to the government's efforts to increase agricultural productivity and improve food security. He also emphasized the government's commitment to implementing measures aimed at creating opportunities for young people to participate meaningfully in the sector. This initiative is expected to contribute to the country's economic growth and development.
The courtesy call forms part of the Ministry's broader engagement with Traditional Authorities and other stakeholders to strengthen partnerships in advancing Ghana's agricultural development and food security. This engagement is expected to facilitate the exchange of ideas and best practices, ultimately contributing to the country's agricultural development. The Ministry's efforts to engage with stakeholders have been positively received by traditional leaders and farmers.
The collaboration between the Ministry and Traditional Authorities is expected to have a positive impact on agricultural productivity and food security in Ghana. With the continued support of traditional leaders, the Ministry is poised to implement effective agricultural programs that will benefit farmers and communities across the country. The meeting with the Ga Mantse marks a significant step towards achieving this goal.
Key points
- The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, met with the Ga Mantse, Nii Teiko Tsuru II, to strengthen collaboration on agricultural information and government interventions.
- The meeting focused on deepening cooperation between the Ministry and traditional leaders to enhance agricultural productivity and food security.
- Ghana's maize production reached more than 4.6 million tonnes in 2025, compared with an estimated national demand of about 3.6 million tonnes.
