The Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) in Ghana has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with ABC Oyasasee Yie Limited to establish an organic fertiliser facility in the Eastern Region. The plant is expected to produce 500,000 metric tonnes of organic fertiliser annually, supporting the Feed Ghana Programme and domestic food production. Agriculture Minister Eric Opoku emphasized the importance of moving from paperwork to actual construction.
Minister Eric Opoku warned that the government would not entertain agreements that remained only on paper. He urged ABC Oyasasee Yie Limited to begin work on the project within days of signing. The Ministry is prepared to buy some of the fertiliser produced to support the Feed Ghana initiative, which aims to lift domestic food production. Opoku highlighted the benefits of organic fertiliser in maintaining soil health and reducing environmental and health risks.
The organic fertiliser plant is part of a broader effort to reduce Ghana's reliance on imported fertiliser. President Mahama previously announced that Chinese firm Sentuo planned to build a fertiliser plant in Ghana. These projects reflect a push to cut the country's fertiliser import bill and stabilise supply for farmers. Ghana currently imports much of the fertiliser used by its farmers, which feeds into the price farmers pay each planting season and ultimately into food prices.
Samuel Adimado, Director of ABC Oyasasee Yie Limited, stated that the facility supports Ghana's food security and sustainable agriculture goals by improving soil health, productivity, and climate resilience. A significant share of the raw materials for production will be sourced within the West African sub-region, aiding Ghana's import substitution efforts. The project is expected to create jobs, particularly for young people and agriculture graduates.
The MoU adds to a series of moves by the government to promote local fertiliser production. The Ministry's priority is ensuring that agreements with investors translate into built projects, jobs, and economic returns. MoFA will monitor implementation and visit the project site to track progress against the terms of the MoU. No construction timeline, completion date, or investment figure has been disclosed.
A locally produced, organic alternative at the scale being proposed could ease Ghana's import dependence if the plant reaches full capacity. The government has signalled it intends to be a buyer, which would give the Feed Ghana Programme a direct domestic supply source. This development is expected to support the country's food security and sustainable agriculture goals.
According to the Ghanaian Times, MoFA expects ABC Oyasasee Yie to start work on the project within days of the signing. The Ministry will monitor the agreement's implementation and visit the site to check progress. The project is seen as a significant step towards reducing Ghana's reliance on imported fertiliser and promoting sustainable agriculture practices.
Key points
- The plant is expected to produce 500,000 metric tonnes of organic fertiliser annually.
- The project aims to support Ghana's food security and sustainable agriculture goals.
- The government has signalled its intention to be a buyer of the fertiliser produced.
