Feed Ghana Programme is a Game-Changer for Agriculture – GAPFA

The President of the Executive Council of the Greater Accra Poultry Farmers Association (GAPFA) has expressed strong confidence in the Feed Ghana Programme, describing it as a transformative initiative capable of significantly enhancing Ghana’s food systems.

Speaking on Channel One TV’s Breakfast Daily on Friday, April 25, Anim-Somuah assured the public of GAPFA’s full commitment to supporting the programme.

“As farmers, we have positioned ourselves to embrace this opportunity, expand our farms and feed this country. It is not beyond our scope or horizon to do this,” he stated.

According to Anim-Somuah, GAPFA is not just any farming group, but a well-established force in Ghana’s agricultural landscape, with a dynamic network of around 800 active poultry farmers. In addition, many non-members frequently rely on the association for their poultry-related needs.

“We can help in this direction, because the Greater Accra Poultry Farmers Association can pride itself on being the largest organised poultry farmer association in Ghana. We can boast of the greatest membership,” he noted confidently.

In a sector often dominated by men, GAPFA also distinguishes itself with one of the largest women farmer groups in the country—an asset that, according to Anim-Somuah, uniquely positions them to help drive the success of the Feed Ghana Programme.

“Our numbers give us strength. With them, we can support this programme and support it very well,” he emphasised.

The Feed Ghana Programme, launched on April 12, 2025, represents a major government effort to tackle Ghana’s food security challenges. Spearheaded by President John Dramani Mahama, the programme is a cornerstone of the broader Agriculture for Economic Transformation Agenda (AETA).

Its objectives include modernising farming practices, increasing food production, improving agricultural infrastructure, and establishing agro-industrial zones across the country.

The initiative also aims to generate employment, reduce food inflation, and promote national food self-sufficiency.

Anim-Somuah noted that the programme arrives at a critical time, as organised farmers are actively seeking opportunities to scale their operations and boost productivity.