Afram Plains Youth commends Mahama for first Farmers’ Service Centre in the area
President John Dramani Mahama has cut the sod for the construction of the first Farmers’ Service Centre in the Kwahu Afram Plains South Constituency, marking a major step toward strengthening agricultural productivity in the area.
The ceremony, held over the weekend at Takoratwene, was attended by the Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, along with local leaders, farmers and residents.
The Farmers’ Service Centre is expected to serve as a hub for agricultural support services in the district. It will provide farmers with access to modern farming equipment, extension services, quality inputs, training and improved market linkages.
Officials say the initiative is designed to boost productivity, reduce post-harvest losses and increase incomes among farmers in the constituency, which is known for its strong agricultural base.
Beyond its local impact, the project is also expected to contribute to national development goals. By improving yields and strengthening agribusiness, the centre is anticipated to support Ghana’s food security agenda, reduce reliance on food imports and create employment opportunities, particularly for young people.
Reacting to the development, Michael Yeboah, an award-winning entrepreneur and President of the Concerned Youth of Afram Plains, commended the government for what he described as a “visionary initiative.”
He expressed appreciation to the President and the sector minister for selecting Kwahu Afram Plains South as the site for the first centre, noting that the project would significantly transform livelihoods in the district.
Mr Yeboah also pledged the full support of the youth in the constituency towards the success of the initiative. According to him, efforts would be made to mobilise young people to actively participate in the implementation and sustainability of the project.
He added that the centre presents an opportunity to empower farmers, drive agribusiness growth and position the Afram Plains as a key contributor to Ghana’s agricultural transformation.
The sod-cutting signals the beginning of what stakeholders hope will be a broader rollout of similar centres across the country to modernise agriculture and improve rural economies.
