President John Dramani Mahama has directed the Ministry of Food and Agriculture to supply free fertiliser to farmers in 2026 to cushion them against recent post-harvest losses.
The announcement was made at the launch of a Farmer Services Centre in the Eastern Region.
This was announced at the sod-cutting ceremony for the first Farmer Services Centre at Takoratwene in the Kwahu Afram Plains South District, under the 24-Hour Economy initiative.
The project is designed to strengthen the agricultural value chain, create jobs and increase food production across the country.
The centre will function as a one-stop hub, offering services including mechanised land preparation, supply of certified seeds and fertilisers, equipment leasing, irrigation support and post-harvest storage.
“We have procured fertilizers for our farmers, which are usually sold at subsidized prices. However, this time, I have instructed the Minister of Agriculture to distribute them free of charge. This year, fertilizers will not be sold, this measure is intended to cushion farmers against the losses they have incurred.”
He also disclosed that a 3.6-kilometre bridge over the River Afram has been awarded on contract, with construction expected to begin soon.
“Yesterday, my team encountered a challenge with the engine of the pontoon while traveling here, and it took the intervention of some fishermen to assist them. I had earlier promised to construct a bridge over the Afram River, and I am pleased to announce that the project has now been awarded to a contractor, with work expected to commence soon.”
Additionally, the Adawso–Agordeke road has been included in the government’s Big Push infrastructure programme to address transport challenges in the area.
Source: Channel1news
