The running mate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, has assured cocoa farmers that the government will soon announce the producer price for cocoa beans for the upcoming 2024/2025 season.

During his campaign tour in the Asunafo South and North constituencies of the Ahafo Region, Dr. Prempeh called on cocoa farmers not to be swayed by the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) on the matter of cocoa prices.

He emphasised that the NPP government has consistently prioritised the welfare of cocoa farmers more than any other political party.

Addressing a rally in Nobekaw, located in the Asunafo South Constituency, Dr. Prempeh reiterated the government's commitment to the agriculture sector, especially cocoa farming.

“The NPP has increased cocoa prices from over GH¢400 to over GH¢2,000 in the last seven years, and very soon, cocoa prices will go up again to bring more value to farmers,” he mentioned.

He also assured cocoa farmers that the forthcoming price announcement would reflect the government's dedication to improving their livelihoods.

The Manyhia South lawmaker in his concluding remarks acknowledged the efforts of the incumbent Member of Parliament, Eric Opoku, in representing the NPP's stance on agricultural sector issues, particularly those related to cocoa farming.

MA