Category: Agric
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Three individuals are feared missing after heavy flooding sweeps away a pickup truck at Akuse Rice Farms.
A tragic incident has reportedly taken place at the C4 section of the Akuse Rice Farms near the Korean Farms area, following heavy rainfall in the region. Preliminary information indicates that nine workers—eight men and one woman—from Afienya were traveling in a 4×4 pickup truck around midnight. They were on their way to load vegetables…
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Sugarcane farmers call off protest, set July deadline for government action on Komenda Sugar Factory
The Sugarcane Farmers Association of Ghana (SUFAG) has decided to suspend its planned demonstration against the Minister for Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry, which was originally scheduled for Tuesday, June 16, 2026. In a statement released on Sunday, June 14, the association indicated that this decision was the result of a high-level intervention and preliminary discussions…
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GOVERNMENT STANDS FIRM WITH COCOA FARMERS DESPITE GLOBAL PRICE DECLINE
In a period marked by the instability and downward pressure on global cocoa prices, the Government has once again exhibited commendable leadership by prioritizing the welfare of ordinary Ghanaians over the fluctuations of international markets. The decision to maintain the cocoa producer price at ₵2,587 for the 2025/2026 light crop season is not merely an…
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Government Boosts Support for Farmers with Fertilizer and Drone Distribution
The Ministry of Food and Agriculture is scheduled to distribute 40,000 bags of fertilizer and agricultural drones to peasant farmers nationwide on Tuesday, 16th June. This initiative is part of the government’s efforts to enhance agricultural productivity, improve food security, and support smallholder farmers, who are essential to Ghana’s economy. The distribution of fertilizer is…
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Peasant Farmers Lament Late Subsidies Despite MoFA’s Plan To Distribute 40,000 Fertiliser Bags
Smallholder farmers throughout Ghana are urgently appealing to the government for the immediate disbursement of funds for the national fertilizer subsidy program. They caution that any further delays could severely impact livelihoods and undermine food production for the 2026 farming season. The farmers report that administrative obstacles have left many without access to subsidized fertilizer…
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Tomato Farmers in Ada-Sege seek government intervention
G/A, Sege Ada, 11th June 2026. Farmers in several communities within the Ningo-Prampram District and Ada West District in Ghana’s Greater Accra Region have raised alarm after their tomato crops began dying on their farms, despite efforts to manage the situation. Speaking to Okorli FM news teams during visits to affected areas, farmers from Koluedor,…
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Food Buffer Stock Company to Purchase Remaining Rice Stocks in Ketu North – Hon. Eric Edem Agbana Secures Government Assurance
Rice farmers within the Ketu North Constituency may soon anticipate relief, as the government has assured Parliament that the National Food Buffer Stock Company will procure remaining rice stocks from local farmers impacted by the ongoing challenge of food surpluses. This assurance was provided by the Deputy Minister for Food and Agriculture, John Dumelo, during…
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𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐑 𝟔𝟎𝟎 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐆 𝐖𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐍 𝐄𝐌𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐄 𝐀𝐆𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐘 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐌𝐌𝐄 𝐈𝐍 𝐒𝐀𝐕𝐄𝐋𝐔𝐆𝐔
More than 600 young women from communities across the Savelugu Municipality gathered at the Diari School Park on June 6, 2026, for a pre-season durbar under the Harnessing Agricultural Productivity and Prosperity for Youth (HAPPY) Programme, signalling a growing interest among women in commercial agriculture and agribusiness. The event, organised by Newage Agric Solutions Ltd.,…
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Animals Poultry industry players raise concerns over rising chicken imports
Stakeholders in Ghana’s poultry industry have expressed concern that the continued influx of low-priced imported chicken is eroding the competitiveness of local producers and threatening investments in the sector. They said imported poultry products continued to enjoy significant price advantages, limiting the growth of domestic production and reducing the ability of local farmers to expand…
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Prez Mahama Secures 1,840 Machines To Power Farmers Service Centres Nationwide
President John Dramani Mahama has secured a deal with Belarus for the supply of 1,840 pieces of agricultural equipment to equip a nationwide network of farmers service centres as part of the Feed Ghana Program aimed at transforming access to mechanised farming. The centres are expected to provide shared machinery and technical support to farmers,…
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During a visit to the city of Brest, the President toured a major agro-processing facility, where he underscored the importance of modern agricultural technology, industrial-scale food processing, and value addition in strengthening Ghana’s food security. President Mahama noted that adopting innovative farming and agro-processing solutions can help reduce post-harvest losses, create jobs, and enhance productivity…
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Bawumia prepares policy alternative for cocoa sector
The flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has announced his intention to propose a policy alternative aimed at addressing the ongoing challenges within Ghana’s cocoa sector. This announcement follows the government’s decision on February 12 to reduce the cocoa producer price to GH¢41,392 per tonne, equivalent to GH¢2,587 per bag, for…
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PFAG Calls for immediately ban on Rice imports for six months
The Peasant Farmers Association of Ghana (PFAG) has advocated for the immediate suspension of rice imports for a period of no less than six months. This measure is proposed to facilitate the sale of existing stocks of domestically produced rice. The Association contends that such a suspension would offer essential relief to farmers, stabilize farm-gate…
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Agric Ministries clash over GH¢1.6bn funding claim
A public dispute has emerged between the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) over claims regarding the release of more than GH¢1.6 billion for agricultural programmes this year, with both sides presenting conflicting figures on budget execution. The Ministry of Finance insists it has released over GH¢1.6 billion to MoFA,…
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VOLTA REGIONAL MINISTER INSPECTS HEALTH KIOSK PROJECT AT SOGAKOPE MARKET
The Volta Regional Minister, Hon. James Gunu, together with his entourage, has visited the Sogakope Market to inspect the ongoing construction of a Health Kiosk under the Ghana Health Service’s Free Primary Health Care initiative. The Health Kiosk, which is aimed at providing emergency and primary healthcare services to market women and patrons of the…
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Fishing stakeholders promote scholarships for students in fishing communities.
Stakeholders in Ghana’s fisheries sector have called for the introduction of targeted scholarship schemes for students from fishing communities, especially along the Volta Lake, to improve education and healthcare delivery in underserved areas. Mr. Daniel Akpaglo Nyamekor, National Vice President of the Chief Fishermen and Queen Fishmongers Council, made the call at the launch of…
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VOLTA REGION LAUNCHES TREE FOR LIFE PROJECT
The Volta Regional Coordinating Council, led by the Volta Regional Minister, Hon. James Gunu, has launched this year’s Tree for Life Project at Taviefe Senior High School with a tree planting exercise aimed at promoting environmental sustainability and combating climate change. Speaking at the event, Hon. James Gunu described tree planting as a shared responsibility…
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West Africa is set to implement phytosanitary measures to combat the US$7 billion economic drain caused by invasive pests.
Crop Damage Inflicted by Invasive Agricultural Pathogens Crop Damage Inflicted by Invasive Agricultural Pathogens Invasive biological agents have officially transitioned from a localized farming nuisance into a severe macroeconomic threat, draining a staggering, estimated US$7 billion from African economies every single year. To confront this escalating threat to cross-border commerce, food security, and rural stability,…
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The Ghanaian farmer TV led by Madam Enyonam participated in policymakers, researchers, development partners and industry leaders at a national workshop on Ghana’s food future.
The Ghanaian farmer TV led by Madam Enyonam participated in policymakers, researchers, development partners and industry leaders at a national workshop on Ghana’s food future. One message stood out clearly: Climate change is no longer a future threat to farmers. It is already here. Floods, droughts, rising temperatures, unpredictable rainfall and increasing production costs are…
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Anticipating the Increase in Mosquito Resistance to Malaria Control Measures
Professor Yaw Asare Afrane, a distinguished Medical Entomologist at the Department of Medical Microbiology, University of Ghana Medical School, has issued a cautionary statement regarding the pervasive and sustained use of agricultural pesticides. He asserts that this practice is significantly contributing to the increasing resistance of mosquitoes to insecticides employed in malaria control efforts. Professor…
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Chief Fishermen, Queen Fishmongers Seek Authorities’ Support
The Chief Fishermen and Queen Fishmongers Council of Ghana has formally requested recognition and support from the government and traditional authorities for inland fishing communities and their leadership structures as vital partners in the development of the fisheries sector. In his welcome address during a meeting with government representatives and stakeholders at Kete-Krachi in the…
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Government cracks down on premix fuel diversion and hoarding.
The government has initiated a stringent crackdown on the diversion and hoarding of premix fuel. The Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture Development is intensifying efforts to safeguard Ghana’s premix fuel subsidy programme, ensuring its benefits are properly directed to the genuine fisherfolk throughout the nation. This renewed commitment is part of broader measures to enhance…
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Stakeholders within Ghana’s fisheries sector have advocated for the implementation of targeted scholarship schemes for students originating from fishing communities.
Stakeholders within Ghana’s fisheries sector have advocated for the implementation of targeted scholarship schemes for students originating from fishing communities, particularly those situated along the Volta Lake, to enhance education and healthcare delivery in underserved regions. Mr. Daniel Akpaglo Nyamekor, the National Vice President of the Chief Fishermen and Queen Fishmongers Council, made this appeal…
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A SUSTAINABLE NETWORK MULTIPLICATION MODEL FOR DRY-SEASON TOMATO FARMING
AN APPEAL TO HON. John Dumelo Mr Albert Tomi commends Hon. John Dumelo for his vision and commitment toward supporting young people through dry-season tomato farming. His decision to personally sponsor 20 individuals is highly commendable and demonstrates practical leadership toward food production, youth empowerment, and economic growth. However, He humbly appealing to suggest a…
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Women in Nyariga turn to soilless farming for income and food security
Every morning, Ms Adombila Awelgya, a resident of Nyariga in the Bongo District, walks behind her house to harvest fresh vegetables from improvised containers made from old sachet water bags and broken buckets for her family’s meals. Just a few years ago, the mother of four struggled to afford vegetables such as tomatoes, alefu, and…
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RUPAG commends gov’t for sustaining raw rubber export ban
The Rubber Processors Association of Ghana (RUPAG) has commended the government for sustaining the ban on raw rubber export for the past ten years. The move according to the Association, was bold and strategic for the growth of the local rubber industry. Mr. Perry Acheampong, Secretary to the RUPAG, said in a statement to the…
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Ho, Nkoko Nkitinkiti Program Launched
The Volta Regional Minister, Hon James Gunu, today, 26/05/26, officially launched the Nkoko Nkitinkiti initiative in the regional capital, Ho. The program is under the government’s Feed Ghana Program. According to the Minister, the initiative is more than a poultry project—it is a practical tool for reducing poverty, creating jobs, improving household incomes, and strengthening…
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Ghanaians urged to grow food crops in backyards
Alhaji Yussif Fuseini Amuda, Tamale Metropolitan Director of Agriculture in-charge of Crops has called on households across the country to cultivate food crops in their backyards to improve food security and reduce dependence on external food supplies. He said every Ghanaian home should ensure that at least one ingredient used in preparing meals came from…
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The Volta Regional Minister with other 24-hr Secretariat visits Hari Agro Feed and Foods at Volo
The Volta Regional Minister was in North Tongu together with the DCE, Hon. Victoria Amefadzi Doe, the Chief Director of the VRCC, Mohammed Avorna Akape, representatives of the 24-Hour Economy Secretariat, Fidelity Bank and other stakeholders on a working visit to Hari Agro Feed and Foods at Volo in the North Tongu District. The Managing…
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DCE PARTICIPATES IN LAUNCH OF NKOKO NKITINKITI PROGRAMME IN THE VOLTA REGION
On Tuesday, 26th May 2026, Hon. Victoria joined colleague MMDCEs at the Ho Municipal Assembly in Ho for the official launch of the Nkoko Nkitinkiti Programme in the Volta Region under Government’s Feed Ghana Programme. The initiative is expected to create employment opportunities, improve household incomes, strengthen food security and support young entrepreneurs through poultry…
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DCE JOINS REGIONAL MINISTER ON WORKING VISIT TO HARI AGRO FEED AND FOODS AT VOLO
On Tuesday, 26th May 2026, The North Tongu DCE joined the Volta Regional Minister, Hon. James Gunu, the Chief Director of the Volta Regional Coordinating Council, Mr. Mohammed Avorna Akape, representatives of the 24-Hour Economy Secretariat, Fidelity Bank and other stakeholders on a working visit to Hari Agro Feed and Foods at Volo in the…
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Crop Ghana Cocoa Board urged to establish cocoa clinic in Ahondwo
Cocoa farmers in the Ahondwo operational area in the Oti Region have appealed to the government and the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) to establish a cocoa clinic and provide essential support services to improve their welfare and sustain cocoa production in the area. The appeal was made during the farmers’ first operational meeting held at…
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Traditional Leaders encouraged to inspire youth to return to farming
Kuoro Manoh Babon-mira IV, the Divisional Chief of Billaw in the Lambussie District, has urged Ghanaian youth to reject the notion that farming is a punishment, describing it as a profitable and essential venture to improve livelihood. He indicated that if farming were sold in the market, it would have been an essential commodity and…
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SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR ARRESTED FOR ALLEGEDLY DEFILING 14-YR-STUDENT
A thirty-five(35)-year old school administrator at Ridoana Comprehensive School at Atadeka, Mr. Anaglate Mends Edem Kwashie has been remanded into custody for allegedly defiling a 14-year old JHS graduate. The case reportedly stems from a report by the complainant, Lawrencia Ahorsu, an elder sister of the victim who lodged an official complaint over inappropriate Snapchat…
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Ghana has officially been announced as the host of the 2027 World Cocoa Foundation (WCF) Partnership Meeting.
Ghana has officially been announced as the host of the 2027 World Cocoa Foundation (WCF) Partnership Meeting. The Deputy Finance Minister, Honourable Thomas Ampem Nyarko, made the announcement during an official launch hosted by the WCF in partnership with the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) in Accra. The 2027 Partnership Meeting will take place from 16th…
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Over 26.5 million people facing hunger crisis in DR Congo – FAO
Today, nearly one in four Congolese are struggling to meet their basic food needs. ©FAO/Alessandra Benedetti Today, nearly one in four Congolese are struggling to meet their basic food needs. ©FAO/Alessandra Benedetti From FAO Regional Office for Africa Today, nearly one in four Congolese are struggling to meet their basic food needs.©FAO/Alessandra Benedetti Today, nearly…
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Ghana cocoa prices higher than Côte d’Ivoire’s – Nana Attakorah Asante
Cocoa farmers in Ghana are currently earning more per bag than their counterparts in neighbouring Côte d’Ivoire, Nana Attakorah Asante has said, rejecting opposition claims that producers are worse off under the current administration. Speaking to the Ghana News Agency, Nana Attakorah Asante, Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) of the Abura-Asebu-Kwamankese (AAK)…
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Ghana needs $53.3 billion to deliver new climate action plan by 2035
Ghana will require about 53.3 billion dollars to implement its updated Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), a 10-year climate action framework aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and strengthening resilience to climate change impacts. The updated NDCs, covering the period 2025 to 2035, were presented to stakeholders in Accra on Friday for validation and consultations ahead…
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Rice Farmers Demand Six-Month Import Ban To Avert Sector Collapse
Ghana’s rice sector is sliding into a deepening crisis. Producers warn that the huge glut of unsold paddy is not only threatening livelihoods but also eroding investor confidence and discouraging youth participation in the industry. The farmers are calling for an urgent six-month ban on imports after an estimated one million metric tonnes of locally…
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The solution is there – Expects Slams government inaction over ginger shortage.
The conversation started in reaction to news of imported ginger from China; frustrated, practical, and laced with immediacy. For Kojo Akoto Boateng, an Agribusiness Strategist and Farmer, the solution to Ghana’s ginger crisis has been on our laboratory shelves. The country already had what it needed. At the labs of Council for Scientific and Industrial…
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Maxwell Lukutor Supports South Tongu Rice Farmers With Seedlings and Subsidized Tractor Services .
Nearly 200 rice farmers across the South Tongu Constituency have received rice seedlings from Hon. Maxwell K. Lukutor as part of efforts to boost rice production during the current farming season. The intervention is aimed at increasing local food production and improving the productivity of farmers within the constituency. In addition to the distribution of…
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Forestry TCDA signs MoUs to boost beekeeping, rubber production and land restoration.
The Tree Crops Development Authority (TCDA) has signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to advance sustainable practices in Ghana’s tree crops sector. The agreements aim to integrate beekeeping, restore degraded lands, and develop rubber plantations to enhance production, environmental sustainability, and farmer livelihoods. A statement issued by TCDA and shared with the Ghana News Agency…
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Kenya’s tea sector under threat as climate change impacts flavour and yields.
Climate change threatens Kenya’s tea industry, report warns A new analysis by the United Kingdom-based charity Christian Aid has raised alarm over the future of tea production in Kenya, over climate change. Climate change threatens Kenya’s tea industry, report warns It warns that it is already affecting the flavour, quality and reliability of one of…
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SWIM appoints Evans Kyere-Mensah as global agritech, climate advisor .
The Student Workforce Innovation Movement (SWIM) has appointed Mr Evans Kyere-Mensah as its Global Agritech and Climate Innovation Advisor. Mr Kyere-Mensah will provide strategic leadership to expand SWIM’s programmes in agriculture, climate resilience, and next-generation food systems. A press release copied to the Ghana News Agency stated that he brings extensive experience in agribusiness development,…
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Forestry MoFA distributes over 1.2 million tree seedlings to farmers across 3 regions NewsForestry MoFA distributes over 1.2 million tree seedlings to farmers across 3 regions.
Hon. Eric Opoku, the Minister of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) has presented 1,260,482 economic tree seedlings for onward distribution to farmers in the Bono, Bono East and Savannah Regions. The seedlings comprise moringa, cashew, and mangoes with farmers in Bono expected to receive 511,823 seedlings, Bono East, 352,135 seedlings and Savanna 396,524 seedlings. Speaking at…
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The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has pledged GHC35 Million Ghana cedis towards establishing a local rice seed production plant in Northern Ghana.
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has pledged GHC35 Million Ghana cedis towards establishing a local rice seed production plant in Northern Ghana, equipped with advanced machinery to improve timely seedling production and bolster national food security. The initiative is structured to significantly contribute to Ghana’s rice subsector by ensuring access to high-quality seeds, enhancing…
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Government ban raw Rubber export.
The Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry has, with immediate effect, placed a 10-year ban on the exportation of raw natural rubber from Ghana as part of efforts to boost local industrial production and value addition. Source: Ghanaian Farmer TV
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TADA EXECUTIVES MET WITH DISTRICT DIRECTOR OF AGRICULTURE
“We are pleased to bring to the notice of all farmers especially Cassava growers that, the executives of the Tongu Agriculture Development Association-TADA today met with the north Tongu District Director of Agric- Mr. Yaw Boateng in Battor. This was at the express call to TADA following the submission of Cassava growers databases and proposal…
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7 CPC staff interdicted over Ghc 4.37million audit findings linked to the consumer shop
Seven staff members of the Cocoa Processing Company (CPC) have been interdicted following a special audit by the Ghana Audit Service, which cited GH¢4,373,355.04 as outstanding and unaccounted for in relation to the operations of the CPC Consumer Cooperative Shop. The affected employees include union chairmen, accounts officers, managers, and the shopkeeper. #cocoa #AgriNews
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The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has announced government plans to plant an additional 30 million trees starting in June.
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has announced government plans to plant an additional 30 million trees starting in June. The initiative forms part of broader efforts to restore degraded forests and enhance environmental sustainability across the country.
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