In a heartfelt recognition of the relentless efforts of farmers in his constituency, Dr. Prince Hamid Armah has sown the seeds of appreciation by donating farming inputs exceeding Two Hundred Thousand Ghana Cedis.
This benevolent gesture, as articulated by the Kwesimintsim legislator, aims to not only motivate farmers but also to bolster their efforts in enhancing agricultural yields.
The substantial donation encompasses a diverse array of essentials, including 476 bags of fertilizer, 476 packs of weedicides, 476 cutlasses, 400 pairs of Wellington boots, and various other farming inputs.
Dr. Prince Armah’s benevolence unfolded at a special event held concurrently with the National Farmers’ Day, dedicated to honoring the invaluable contributions of farmers within the constituency.
Addressing the media during the event, Dr. Prince Armah underscored the pivotal role farmers play in the nation’s development, emphasizing their deserving recognition for the tireless work that sustains the Ghanaian community and economy.
While acknowledging the customary accolades bestowed upon selected farmers at national, regional, or district levels, Dr. Prince Armah expressed a genuine concern for the broader farming community. His donation, he clarified, seeks to extend appreciation beyond the confines of formal recognition, reaching out to those who, for various reasons, may not have received awards.
“The National Farmers’ Day Celebration‘s recognition is for a selected few. The general masses who are in farming somehow are not recognized for their contribution beyond the best wishes. So I decided, this time, to reward, in addition to the deserving winners of the year, others who, for some reason, couldn’t receive any award at the national, regional, or district levels. This is a reward for everybody. The list of farmers in the constituency was compiled, and based on that, we are giving them this support. My modest contribution is in recognition of their efforts.”
Encouraging the youth to invest more in agriculture, Dr. Prince Armah highlighted its lucrative potential and his involvement in training and building the capacity of his constituents. He conveyed the government’s dedication to fostering youth participation in agriculture, evident in various interventions implemented to spur agricultural growth in Ghana.
“I have been encouraging the youth in my constituency to venture into farming. I have been supporting young people with training and capital to get into ventures like fish farming, and the rest; and I will continue to give them my support. You can also see the various Government interventions all over.”
Addressing the historical perception of farming as a form of punishment, Dr. Prince Hamid Armah acknowledged a positive shift in perception, noting that people are increasingly recognizing and appreciating the vital role played by farmers in sustaining communities.
“I think that if you look at our historical antecedents, farming activity is been percieved as more of a punishment. If you recall during school days when people are to be punished in school, they will be allocated a plot of land to go and weed. So people grow up with this perception which disincentivizes them. As the world evolves, people are now appreciating the works of farmers and I believe that gradually we will get there.”
