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TCDA moves to curb raw cashew exports through local processing quota

... — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 19:25:38 +0000

The Tree Crop Development Authority (TCDA) has begun enforcing strict traceability and local processing quotas for cashew and five other cash crops, in a major policy shift aimed at ending the export of raw produce of tree crops in Ghana. The Authority said it had intensified its regulatory oversight, cutting across production, processing, and trading […]

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Ghana’s Non-Traditional Exports surpass US$5 billion for first time

... — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 21:57:21 +0000

Ghana’s non-traditional exports have exceeded the US$5 billion mark for the first time, recording about 30 per cent growth over the previous year, the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA) has announced. Mr Rashid Raymond Kramer, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of GEPA in charge of Marketing and Promotions, said the performance represented a major milestone in the country’s […]

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Inadequate Storage hampers rice purchases despite GH¢300m support

... — Sat, 16 May 2026 19:59:42 +0000

Inadequate storage infrastructure is constraining efforts to purchase and preserve surplus rice and grains despite government’s release of GH¢300 million for strategic food reserves. The situation has continued to worsen the rice glut affecting farmers in major producing areas, where limited and deteriorating warehouse facilities have reduced the capacity of the National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO) […]

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UPSA defeats University of Ghana to claim forestry debate crown

... — Sat, 21 Mar 2026 10:46:30 +0000

The University of Professional Studies Accra (UPSA) Debate Club has won this year’s Forestry Commission competition held in Accra. UPSA scored 81 per cent to defeat the University of Ghana Debate Club, which obtained 78 per cent. UPSA contestants received GH¢20,000, a plaque, a Samsung tablet, a certificate, a trophy and Forestry Commission-branded T-shirts. The […]

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Ghana Tourism Authority reaffirms commitment to promoting cocoa-based products

... — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 09:44:52 +0000

The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting made-in-Ghana products, particularly cocoa-based products, during February. Mrs Maame Efua Houadjeto, Chief Executive Officer of the GTA, said February was significant for the tourism sector as it was traditionally used to celebrate, showcase and promote love, culture and chocolate, adding that this year’s focus […]

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Workshop held to boost Circular Economy Innovation for Ghana’s agricultural resilience

... — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 15:14:36 +0000

A consultation workshop on “Strengthening Ghana’s Circular Economy Innovation Ecosystem for Climate-Resilient Agriculture” to aid the country’s food security efforts has been held in Accra. It aimed at exploring how circular economy solutions could strengthen climate resilience, boost productivity, and drive green growth in Ghana’s agricultural sector. It was organised by the International Water Management […]

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Farmers face losses as NAFCO seeks GH¢100m to buy excess paddy rice

... — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 09:13:08 +0000

The National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO) has appealed to government for an additional GH¢100 million to purchase surplus produce, particularly paddy rice, to curb post-harvest losses. Mr Osmond Amuah, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of NAFCO, who made the appeal at a press conference in Accra on Thursday, said the request followed the full utilisation […]

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Government outlines bold strategy to boost startups and agribusiness

... — Sat, 07 Jun 2025 13:49:55 +0000

Trade, Agribusiness and Industry Minister, Mrs Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has emphasised Ghana’s rising global competitiveness in entrepreneurship, stating it reflected the country’s commitment to inclusive economic empowerment. Addressing the 2025 Global Entrepreneurship Congress (GEC) in Indianapolis, USA, she stated that entrepreneurship served as a dynamic driver of opportunity, wealth generation, and national pride, reinforcing its importance […]

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HAPPY Programme targets 326,000 jobs, boosts key agricultural value chains

... — Thu, 01 May 2025 12:11:48 +0000

The Harnessing Agricultural Productivity and Prosperity for Youth (HAPPY) Programme, has officially launched the commencement of activities with the identified small and medium-sized enterprises and microbusinesses, following a thorough due diligence and assessment. The HAPPY Programme, an initiative of Mastercard Foundation in partnership with Agri-Impact Limited, aims to create 326,000 dignified jobs for Ghanaian youth, […]

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Smallholder cocoa farmers launch umbrella body

... — Sun, 16 Mar 2025 20:36:06 +0000

Smallholder cocoa farmers in Ghana have launched an umbrella body, in a bid to have a stronger voice in decision-making processes in the sector, to ensure fair representation of their interest as key stakeholders in cocoa production. Known as the Ghana Cooperative Cocoa Farmers and Marketing Association Limited (GCCFA), the Association, which is the first […]

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Ghana Tourism Authority, COCOBOD, launches 2025 National Chocolate Week

... — Mon, 10 Feb 2025 09:19:59 +0000

The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), in collaboration with Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), has launched the 2025 National Chocolate Week Celebrations with the call on hospitality facilities across Ghana to incorporate chocolates and cocoa based products as part of their menu. Mr Ekow Sampson, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the GTA in Charge of Operations, encouraged […]

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Ghana Export Promotion Authority acknowledges role of women in transforming Ghana’s premium cocoa beans

... — Mon, 28 Oct 2024 19:19:34 +0000

The Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA) has acknowledged the significant role of Ghanaian women in transforming Ghana’s premium cocoa beans into high-value chocolate products on the global market. Mr Samuel Dentu, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of GEPA, speaking during a two-day workshop in Accra, said Ghanaian women’s innovation in adding value to Ghana’s cocoa beans into […]

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