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February 23, 2026
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Support youth to venture into farming – Gov’t urged
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Key Points
- John Asare, the LPG parliamentary candidate for Suaman Constituency, has urged the Ghanaian government to invest in the country's farming sector.
- His call follows recent protests by farmers in the Western North Region against the government's decision to cut the producer price of cocoa.
- Asare believes government support for indigenous farmers could prevent tragic incidents, citing the Ghana-Burkina Faso border incident.
- He appealed to the government to help revive the declining farming sector in Ghana.
- Asare also called on cocoa farmer leadership to engage their members regarding the new cocoa price cut to resolve the ongoing impasse.
Why This Matters
This article highlights critical economic and social challenges in Ghana's vital agricultural sector, particularly cocoa, which is a major export earner. Farmer protests over price cuts can lead to social unrest and impact rural livelihoods, while calls for investment and support for indigenous farmers are crucial for food security and economic stability. The link to border security also suggests broader implications for national cohesion and safety.
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