The Ministry of Food and Agriculture has announced the 40th edition of National Farmer’s Day, scheduled for Friday, November 8, in the Greater Accra Region.
This year’s theme, “Building Climate-Resilient Agriculture for Sustainable Food Security,” underscores the nation’s commitment to implementing agricultural practices that effectively tackle the challenges of climate change.
In a statement released on Wednesday, October 23, the Ministry also shared that leading up to the celebration, Ghana will host a five-day National Agricultural Fair, ‘Agrifest’ Ghana 2024, from November 4 to 8.
“This event will highlight Ghana’s rich agricultural heritage and serve as a dynamic platform for knowledge exchange and innovation, bringing together farmers and stakeholders from across the country.”
The National Farmers’ Day celebration will culminate in a National Awards Night Ceremony on November 8, where President Akufo-Addo will honor exceptional farmers in 16 award categories.
These prestigious awards will recognize the invaluable contributions of farmers, including the overall National Best Farmer, National Best Livestock Farmer, National Best Female Farmer, and National Best Physically Challenged Farmer, among others.
In light of the urgent need to address climate change, the emphasis on building climate-resilient agriculture is vital for ensuring food security and sustainability in Ghana.
The Ministry invites all Ghanaians to join in honoring farmers, whose resilience and dedication are key to the nation’s food security and economic growth.
This year’s event has been moved to November due to the upcoming 2024 general election.
