Mahama celebrates farmers for their contribution towards economic growth

Former President John Dramani Mahama, has acknowledged the contribution of farmers towards economic growth.

In a Facebook post, the former president said, “I celebrate all farmers on this auspicious occasion for their priceless efforts that feed us and keep our industries running”.

He urged the Akufo-Addo government to continue to support farmers in the country.

This, he believes, is the surest way the country can reduce imports and generally reduce the economic hardships.

“With Ghana’s economy at the brink of collapse, as proven by Rating Agencies through their unending downgrades, and the hardships it has brought to many homes, this is the time for the government to begin to take farmers and farming-related businesses seriously,” he added.

The 38th National Farmers’ Day awards will be held today, December 2, 2022, at the Jubilee Park at Koforidua in the Eastern Region.

The theme for this year’s celebration is Accelerating Agricultural Development Through Value Addition.