Ghana Armed Forces to roll out large-scale farming to support food supply and national reserves
The Ghana Armed Forces is set to begin nationwide commercial farming to support its own food needs and help improve national food supply, the Minister for Defence, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, has announced.
Speaking at the Government Accountability Series on Monday, July 21, 2025, Dr Boamah said the farming initiative, which falls under the Seed Ghana programme and aligns with the Reset Ghana agenda, will be undertaken through the Defence Industries Holding Company (DIHOC).
He explained that the project will involve large-scale cultivation of maize, rice, soya, and poultry. It will be carried out in partnership with the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, the Office of the President for Special Initiatives, the Twenty-Four Hour Economy Secretariat, the National Service Authority, and selected private sector institutions.
Dr Boamah said the programme is aimed at building a reliable and sustainable food supply system for the Armed Forces, while contributing to broader national efforts to boost food production and reduce import dependence.
“The Ghana Armed Forces is preparing to take up the challenge of food sovereignty. Some units within the garrisons are already preparing land for cultivation,” he said.
He added that the farming operations will be mechanised and are expected to help reduce food imports, create jobs, and support price stability in local markets.
Dr Boamah acknowledged the support of the Chief of Defence Staff and said the military high command has already started mobilising logistics and manpower to begin farming activities across barracks and training bases.
The initiative comes at a time when food prices remain high across the country, driven by global supply chain disruptions, climate impacts, and other pressures.
Dr Boamah also noted that the farming initiative will strengthen the Armed Forces' operational capacity by reducing reliance on external suppliers and ensuring consistent access to food for personnel stationed across the country.
