Ghanaian Member of Parliament, John Dumelo, has taken a proactive approach to address a produce glut in the Volta Region. He visited tomato farmers in Anloga, who were struggling to sell their excess stock, and purchased tomatoes to supply caterers in his constituency's school feeding program. This initiative aims to support both the farmers and the school feeding program. The Ayawaso West Wuogon MP shared his visit on Facebook on September 20, 2026.
The farmers in Anloga had reached out to Dumelo about being overwhelmed by the excess produce they could not shift. Rather than watch the situation deteriorate, Dumelo stepped in as a buyer. He directed the tomatoes to the caterers running his constituency's school feeding program. This move not only helped the farmers but also provided a practical solution to the problem of excess produce.
Beyond the immediate purchase, Dumelo revealed a longer-term plan to address the recurring problem. A tomato processing factory is to be constructed in Anloga specifically to handle surplus produce during peak harvest periods. The facility is expected to be operational by next year. This project aims to tackle a challenge that has long plagued Ghanaian farmers, particularly in the Volta Region.
The challenge faced by Ghanaian farmers, particularly in the Volta Region, is due to poor storage infrastructure and limited market access. This often leaves perishable crops like tomatoes rotting in the fields during periods of high yield. Connecting the excess directly to school feeding caterers while infrastructure catches up offers a practical bridge between the two problems.
Dumelo's initiative drew strong praise from Ghanaians across social media. Many compared him favorably to other elected representatives. Social media users praised Dumelo's proactive approach to addressing the challenges faced by his constituents. They also appreciated his efforts to support local farmers and promote sustainable agriculture practices.
This initiative is not Dumelo's first effort to support his constituents. He has previously launched a campaign promoting made-in-Ghana rice and pledged to personally deliver Ghanaian rice to corporate institutions that purchase it for the festive season. The Vice President, Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, commended Dumelo's campaign, highlighting the importance of choosing locally produced food to support farmers and create jobs.
Dumelo's efforts to support his constituents have been well-received. His donations of school desks and support for new senior high school students in his constituency are a testament to his commitment to serving his constituents. With his latest initiative, Dumelo has demonstrated his willingness to think outside the box and find innovative solutions to the challenges faced by his constituents.
Key points
- John Dumelo buys tomatoes from struggling farmers in Anloga to supply school feeding caterers.
- Dumelo announces plans to build a tomato processing factory in Anloga to handle excess produce.
- The initiative aims to support farmers, promote sustainable agriculture practices, and provide a practical solution to the problem of excess produce.
