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Let’s celebrate Burkina Faso tomato ban, it’s time to grow our own – Dr Charles Nyaaba
15+ hour, 51+ min ago (681+ words) The Chief Executive Officer of Akuafo Nketewa, Dr. Charles Nyaaba, has described Burkina Faso's decision to halt fresh tomato exports as an opportunity for Ghana to rebuild its local production capacity. Speaking in an interview with Winston Amoah on Joy…...
Ghana can hit tomato self-sufficiency in four years – John Dumelo
1+ day, 10+ hour ago (417+ words) The Ministry of Food and Agriculture has issued an urgent directive to domestic farmers to intensify dry-season cultivation following a shock decision by the Burkinab" government to impose an immediate, nationwide ban on tomato exports. The export halt, announced in…...
Agric Ministry pushes for local production to offset Burkina Faso tomato supply disruptions
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (383+ words) The Deputy Minister for Food and Agriculture, John Dumelo, has urged Ghanaian farmers to intensify dry-season farming to help stabilise food supplies and boost local production. His comments come amid a decision by Burkina Faso to suspend all fresh tomato…...
Traders warn of tomato shortage after Burkina Faso bans exports
1+ day, 18+ hour ago (377+ words) There's a looming shortage of tomatoes on the markets across Ghana as the Burkina Faso government has indefinitely banned the export of the commodity. In a letter dated March 16, signed by both the Trades and Agriculture ministers of the Francophone…...
Burkina Faso bans fresh tomato exports to protect local processing industry
1+ day, 18+ hour ago (352+ words) Burkina Faso has suspended all fresh tomato exports across its territory with immediate effect, as the military-led government moves to protect domestic processing units from supply shortages. The ban, announced in a joint communiqu" dated March 16, 2026, was signed by the…...
From farm to table: Ghana’s youth are transforming agriculture
2+ day, 3+ hour ago (366+ words) A New Generation of Farmers Technology: The Catalyst for Change Education plays a pivotal role in empowering young farmers. Agricultural extension programs, vocational training, and university-led initiatives equip youth with the skills needed to implement modern farming techniques effectively. Research…...
Pizzaman Chickenman opens new Kumasi branch, CEO says brand serves best jollof in Ghana
4+ day, 7+ hour ago (258+ words) Pizzaman Chickenman has officially opened a new branch at Kingsperp Fuel Station, Emena Taxi Station, bringing the total number of its outlets in Kumasi to 15. The opening, held on Friday, March 13, attracted members of the media and marked another step…...
Malta Guinness honours National Chief Imam in a show of unity this Ramadan
3+ day, 14+ hour ago (354+ words) In the spirit of unity, faith, and togetherness, Malta Guinness paid a courtesy visit to Sheikh Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu, the National Chief Imam of Ghana, during the final days of the holy month of Ramadan. The visit was part of…...
Rethinking COCOBOD: A market-based path to sustainable cocoa reform
4+ day, 9+ hour ago (1642+ words) Ghana's cocoa sector has long been a source of national pride and rural livelihood, supported by a state-led marketing, trading and pricing system designed to shield farmers from the volatility of global commodity markets. For decades, this model provided income…...
Ireland-funded cassava flour and industrial starch feasibility study launched in the Bono Region
4+ day, 9+ hour ago (392+ words) An agribusiness firm, The Cowboys Ventures, has launched a six-month feasibility study to assess the viability of establishing a cassava flour and industrial starch processing facility in Seikwa'Tainso in the Tain District of the Bono Region. The study, which officially…...