President John Dramani Mahama, staying true to his campaign pledges, officially launched the ambitious FEED Ghana Programme on Saturday, April 12th, 2025. The flagship initiative promises to usher in a new era for Ghanaian agriculture, aiming to modernise and expand the sector, create numerous job opportunities, combat soaring food inflation, and ultimately strengthen national food security.
The launch, attended by key stakeholders from the agricultural industry, government officials, and the general public, underscored the Mahama administration’s commitment to prioritising agriculture as a key driver of economic growth and national stability. In his address, President Mahama emphasised the vital role agriculture plays in the lives of ordinary Ghanaians and reiterated his determination to transform the sector into a vibrant and sustainable engine of prosperity.
The FEED Ghana Programme is designed as a comprehensive and strategic umbrella under which all agricultural projects and interventions will be coordinated and executed.
This integrated approach promises to streamline efforts, eliminate redundancies, and ensure a more efficient allocation of resources. By bringing various agricultural initiatives under one cohesive framework, the government aims to maximise impact and achieve sustainable, long-term growth within the sector.
Central to the FEED Ghana Programme is the adoption of modern farming techniques, the introduction of improved crop varieties, and the provision of essential resources to farmers.
The initiative will focus on providing farmers with access to subsidised fertilizers, high-yielding seeds, and modern irrigation systems, empowering them to significantly increase their yields and improve the quality of their produce.
Moreover, the programme will prioritise training and capacity building for farmers, equipping them with the skills and knowledge necessary to adopt sustainable agricultural practices and manage their farms more effectively.
Beyond supporting large-scale farming, the FEED Ghana Programme also aims to encourage urban and peri-urban agriculture. Recognising the importance of community involvement in achieving food security, the programme will actively promote the establishment of home gardens.
Ghanaians will be encouraged to utilise small spaces around their homes to cultivate basic crops, especially vegetables, for personal consumption. This initiative is intended to not only supplement household food supplies but also to foster a greater understanding and appreciation for the importance of agriculture within communities.
The anticipated impact of the FEED Ghana Programme is far-reaching. By increasing agricultural productivity and improving food distribution networks, the programme aims to significantly reduce food inflation, making essential foodstuffs more affordable for ordinary Ghanaians.
The creation of jobs in the agricultural sector, from farming and processing to transportation and marketing, is expected to contribute significantly to reducing unemployment, particularly among young people.
Furthermore, by enhancing national food security, the FEED Ghana Programme will reduce the country’s reliance on imports, saving valuable foreign exchange and bolstering the national economy.
The successful implementation of the FEED Ghana Programme will require a collaborative effort from all stakeholders, including the government, farmers, researchers, private sector players, and the general public.
President Mahama called on all Ghanaians to embrace the initiative and contribute to its success, emphasising that the future of agriculture and the prosperity of the nation depend on collective action and a shared commitment to building a vibrant and sustainable agricultural sector.
The FEED Ghana Programme represents a bold step towards a more food-secure and prosperous future for Ghana, a future where agriculture plays a central role in driving economic growth and improving the lives of all citizens.
Anthony Obeng Afrane
