Government has turned around agriculture in one year – Otokunor

The Director of the Presidential Initiative in Agriculture and Agri-Business at the Office of the President, Peter Boamah Otokunor, has said the government has significantly transformed the agricultural sector within one year.

Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen show, Mr. Otokunor stated that food supplies are currently stable and prices have largely been controlled due to targeted investments in farming.

“In just one year, we have managed to transform the agricultural sector. Food supplies are now available, but since food crops are seasonal, it is essential to implement measures to avoid shortages.

“Currently, food prices are stable, and all the food in the markets was harvested in 2025. When investment is directed toward farming, the results become evident. The government’s performance will determine whether production will increase or decline,” he said.

Mr. Otokunor explained that one of the longstanding challenges in the sector has been the affordability and quality of farm inputs, many of which are imported.

However, he argued that the stabilisation of the cedi has reduced input costs and, by extension, the overall cost of production.

According to him, the improvements being witnessed are a direct result of deliberate government investment and effective agricultural policies.

“One major challenge we face is the affordability and quality of agricultural inputs. Any government that understands agribusiness can effectively manage the foreign exchange market, as most of our input supplies are imported. We have also worked to stabilise the currency, which has reduced the cost of inputs, leading to lower production costs.

“The positive outcomes we are witnessing are a direct result of government investment in the agricultural sector. Effective agricultural policy is crucial, and the results are becoming apparent quickly,” he stated.

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