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Afram Plains youth rally behind Mahama’s Farmers’ Service Centre initiative
March 22, 2026
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Afram Plains youth rally behind Mahama’s Farmers’ Service Centre initiative

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Key Points

  • Youth in Kwahu Afram Plains South Constituency have pledged support for the government’s plan to establish the first Farmers’ Service Centre in their area.
  • President John Dramani Mahama performed the sod-cutting ceremony for the centre in Takoratwene, with the Minister for Food and Agriculture present.
  • The centre aims to provide farmers with modern equipment, extension services, quality inputs, training, and market opportunities.
  • The Concerned Youth of Afram Plains described the initiative as a transformative opportunity to unlock youth opportunities in agriculture and stimulate local economic growth.
  • They expressed optimism that the centre will enhance productivity, reduce post-harvest losses, empower agripreneurs, and strengthen national food security.

Why This Matters

This initiative is significant for Ghana as it represents a strategic governmental effort to modernize the agricultural sector, starting with a pilot project in Afram Plains. By providing critical resources and training, it aims to boost food security, reduce unemployment, and create economic opportunities, particularly for the youth, contributing to overall national development and resilience.

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