Gov’t targets mid-September to disburse seeds, fertilisers to farmers affected by dry spell

The government aims to finish distributing seeds and fertilizers to farmers hit by the dry spell by mid-September 2024 and complete importing food supplies by September 20, 2024.

Minister of Food and Agriculture, Dr. Bryan Acheampong, assured that measures are in place to prevent a food crisis.

The dry spell, affecting Northern Ghana and several regions, has damaged crops and threatened significant financial losses.

The government plans to offer initial compensation of GH¢1,000 per hectare, though some farmers find this insufficient.

An estimated GH¢8 billion ($500 million) plan is in place, funded by various sources, to support affected farmers and ensure food security.

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