The Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) will on Tuesday begin the distribution of 40,000 bags of fertilizer to peasant farmers across the country as part of government efforts to increase agricultural productivity and strengthen food security.
Agric Minister, Eric Opoku, announced that the intervention forms part of a broader strategy to support smallholder farmers with essential inputs needed to improve yields and enhance livelihoods.
According to the Minister, the fertilizer distribution is expected to benefit thousands of farmers, particularly those engaged in the cultivation of staple food crops.
In addition to the fertilizer support, the Ministry will deploy agricultural drones to selected farming communities to promote modern and technology-driven farming practices.The drones will be used for crop monitoring, precision spraying, field mapping, and the early detection of pests and diseases, helping farmers improve efficiency while reducing production costs.
Mr. Opoku said the initiative demonstrates government’s commitment to transforming agriculture through innovation and targeted support programmes that enhance productivity and sustainability.
“Improving access to fertilizers and modern farming technologies remains critical to increasing food production, strengthening the agricultural value chain, and reducing post-harvest losses,” he noted.
The Minister expressed confidence that the intervention will contribute significantly to Ghana’s food security agenda while improving the incomes of farmers across the country.
The Ministry is expected to provide further details on the distribution process, beneficiary selection criteria, and drone deployment arrangements during the official launch on Tuesday.
