The Lower Manya Krobo Municipal Assembly on Friday 5th December 2025, held the 41st Edition of the Farmers Day Celebration at Oborpa West, a farming community within the municipality under the theme, “Feed Ghana, Eat Ghana, Secure Ghana”. The celebration reaffirmed the recognition of farmers as the backbone of Ghana’s economy and emphasized their contribution to food security and local economic growth.
The Municipal Agriculture Director stated in brief remarks that agriculture remains the backbone of the economy and the celebration aligns with the theme: “Feed Ghana, Eat Ghana, Secure Ghana”. According to him, 125 Farmer-Based Organizations (FBOs) were registered under the Feed Ghana Programme and 48 rice farmers received training on efficient rice production techniques. The department also participated in the Commodity Satellite Market in Koforidua to expose farmers to marketing opportunities. Farmers were encouraged to continue breaking new frontiers.
According to the Member of Parliament, Hon. Ebenezer Okletey Teye Larbi, farmers feed the entire nation and deserve recognition as such. He encouraged them to make good use of government programs such as nkoko nkete kete and other government intervention relative to agriculture to increase their productivity.
The MP further indicated that, communities in the Municipality without electricity will soon put on the National grid. He urged the farmers to continue their hard work and appreciate government support.
The Municipal Chief Executive Hon. Atter John Matey commended farmers for their commitment to feeding Ghana. He said the theme supports the national Feed Ghana Program me. According to him, Government has planned of subsidizing farm tools and inputs. Hon. Atter John Matey further stated that the Somanya–Kpong road construction is ongoing and Plans are in place to establish a 24-hour economy market at Kpong. He encouraged the farmer to adopt agricultural practices to improve their yields.
In all, fourteen (14) farmers in various categories were gracefully rewarded for their hard work with Fifty-seven (57) year old man Mr. Agbetey Moses Tetteh from Oborpah East emerging as the Best Farmer in the Municipality.
The awards included a motorbike, spray machine, clothes, and other farm-related items.On his part, Mr Agbetey highlighted the essential role of agriculture as the backbone of Ghana’s economy and emphasized the need for farmers to adopt modern farming practices to improve productivity and ensure food security.
The award recipient expressed appreciation to the Lower Manya Krobo Municipal Assembly, the Department of Agriculture, traditional authorities, and all stakeholders for recognizing the hard work of farmers in the municipality. The award winner also acknowledged the support of family members and farm workers, noting that the achievement was a collective effort.
The Chairman for the programme in his closing remarks, stated that farming provides opportunities to all, including those with formal education. He expressed his confidence in Government, stating that Government will continue to address the challenges of the farmers. He encouraged the farmers to remain resilient and dedicated.
The event brought together farmers, fishers, dignitaries, traditional leaders, and community members to honour the vital role farmers play in the nation’s development.
BY: Abraham Tettey Wayo
MIO: Lower Manya Krobo
