The Minister of Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has called for a renewed national commitment to agricultural research, innovation, and private sector collaboration as Ghana works toward becoming a food-secure nation on the continent.

Speaking at the 41st National Farmers’ Day celebration in Ho on Friday, December 5, 2025, the minister said one of the biggest obstacles to Ghana’s agricultural growth has been the longstanding disconnect between scientific research and its real-world application by farmers and industry.

“For decades, many of the research findings in agriculture have remained on shelves, unseen by farmers and unutilised by industry,” he noted.

“This year’s platform has opened a new chapter by bringing research to the public domain through a national live telecast,” he added.

Opoku expressed optimism that the establishment of the Government Research Fund would accelerate agricultural transformation by ensuring research outputs reach those who need them most.

He described Ghana as a country “endowed with enormous agricultural potential,” insisting that with the right investment and determined leadership, the nation could soon emerge as a leading food producer in Africa.

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Congratulating award winners at this year’s Farmers’ Day celebration, the minister emphasised that Ghana’s development is closely tied to the success of the agricultural sector.

“Every cedi invested in agriculture yields exponential returns in food security, jobs, industry expansion, and national stability,” he stated.

Opoku also appealed to corporate Ghana to continue partnering with the ministry through sponsorships, technical collaborations, and financial support to scale innovations and build a resilient food system.

He concluded by urging all stakeholders to remain committed to strengthening agriculture as the backbone of Ghana’s development.

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