Yara Ghana, a leading fertilizer company dedicated to promoting sustainable agriculture in Ghana, reaffirms its commitment to enhancing agriculture by partnering with Agrihouse Foundation again, for the 13th Annual Pre-Harvest Agribusiness Conference and Exhibition. The event is scheduled to take place from Tuesday October 24th to Friday October 26th, 2023, at the Agrihouse Agri-village Training and Demonstration Centre, in kudula, Tamale, in the Northern Region.
Yara Ghana’s steadfast partnership with Agrihouse Foundation spanning over 13 years for the annual Pre-Harvest agribusiness conference and exhibition, underscores its dedication to connecting farmers with buyers and building a resilient agricultural value chain.
Yara Ghana’s involvement in the Pre-Harvest program reflects its commitment to promoting best farming practices, offering premium fertilizer products, and advocating for sound business practices within the agricultural value chain, ultimately benefiting the growth, profitability, and sustainability of farmers and businesses.
The 13th edition of the annual Pre-Harvest Agribusiness Conference and Exhibition, themed “CONNECTING THE UNCONNECTED: THE FARMER, THE INPUT DEALER, AND THE PROCESSOR,” aims to provide market linkages, education, and opportunities to individuals across the entire agricultural value chain.
The three-day event encompasses conference sessions, presentations, exhibitions, and a marketplace for fostering business-to-business interactions. Serving as a dynamic platform, facilitating contract negotiations for farmers and strengthening the capacity of smallholder farmers, Farmer-Based Organizations (FBOs), Aggregators, Processors, and other key players in the agricultural value chain.
Participants will also have the opportunity to engage in practical and immersive sessions aimed at providing deeper insights into best practices and capitalizing on the multitude of opportunities within the agriculture sector.
These sessions encompass commodity break-out discussions, intensive training programs, farmer-buyer matchmaking dialogues, panel education sessions, field demonstrations, keynotes, and exhibitions—all of which contribute to showcasing and promoting businesses while fostering networking opportunities.
As part of their contribution to the event, Yara Ghana will lead field demonstrations and training sessions, engaging over 2000+ farmers at the 13th Annual Pre-Harvest Agribusiness Exhibition and Conference to be held at the agrihouse Agri-village training and demonstration centre in Kudula in Tamale in the Northern Region. Their Expert agronomists will provide guidance, high-quality, crop-targeted fertilizers to support participants in producing nutrient-rich, high-quality food to strengthen local communities.
Having evolved over 13 years with positive outcomes, Yara Ghana encourages continuous support, participation, and collaboration among the entire agricultural value chain. They envision Pre-Harvest as a platform that will continue to provide tangible benefits to Ghanaian farmers, strengthen food security in Ghana, and contribute to the country’s resilient and sustainable agricultural development.
Expressing her appreciation for Yara Ghana ‘s consistent support, Ms. Alberta Nana Akyaa Akosa, the Executive Director of Agrihouse Foundation, highlighted Yara Ghana’s pivotal role in promoting the agricultural sector. She emphasized that Yara Ghana stands out as an exemplary corporate organization that has generously supported the growth of Ghana’s agriculture sector.
Ms. Akosa underlined the enduring partnership between Yara Ghana and Agrihouse Foundation, spanning an impressive 13 years, and described Yara Ghana as a dedicated ally in the quest to elevate Ghana’s agricultural landscape. She hailed Yara Ghana’s continued sponsorship of the Annual Pre-Harvest Agribusiness Conference and Exhibition as a testament to their unwavering commitment.
“Our partnership with Yara Ghana is a source of immense pride for us at Agrihouse Foundation. Yara Ghana has consistently demonstrated its commitment to Ghana’s agricultural sector by sponsoring our Annual Pre-Harvest event for the past 13 years. This level of dedication is truly remarkable and exemplifies what can be achieved when the private sector collaborates with organizations like ours to empower our farmers and promote sustainable agriculture,” Ms. Akosa emphasized.
She went on to highlight the specific areas where Yara Ghana has made a significant impact, saying, “Yara Ghana has been a key driver in promoting crop nutrition, empowering women in agriculture, and advocating for best practices throughout the agricultural value chain. Their contributions extend beyond just sponsorship; they actively engage in practical initiatives that benefit our farmers, including education and training programs.”
Ms. Akosa also acknowledged Yara Ghana’s role in enhancing the participation of women in agriculture, emphasizing that the company’s support has been instrumental in fostering gender inclusivity within the sector. “Yara Ghana’s initiatives have not only improved crop yields but have also uplifted the lives of many female farmers. Their commitment to women in agriculture is commendable, and it aligns perfectly with our mission to empower all farmers,” she added.
Activities planned for the three-day event include:
Commodity Breakout Session: Bringing together a diverse range of participants including farmer groups, farmer-based organizations, aggregators, buyers, students, smallholders, and commercial farmers, the Commodity Breakout Session aims to offer invaluable insights into excelling within the agricultural value chain.
Farmer-Buyer Matchmaking: An exclusive networking event, the Farmer-Buyer Matchmaking session is tailored to allow farmers to connect with potential wholesale buyers and various agribusinesses along the value chain. During this interactive session, both farmers and buyers have the opportunity to establish connections and finalize deals that can shape the course of their agricultural endeavours.
Another highlight of the event is the Exhibition: Spanning the entirety of the three-day event, an engaging exhibition showcase will unfold, providing a space for purchasing and selling products at affordable prices. This platform serves as a hub for exploring the latest innovations, products, and services driving advancements in the agricultural sector, ranging from Crop Varieties, Seeds, Farm Equipment and Machinery, to Agrochemicals and Fertilizers, as well as Livestock, among others.
Field Demonstrations: During this phase, farmers and industry participants engage in practical learning, gaining firsthand experience and adopting best practices in farm management. Hosted at the Agrihouse Foundation Agri-Village, this immersive experience
About The Annual Pre-Harvest Agribusiness Conference and Exhibition
Agrihouse foundation’s, Annual Pre-Harvest Agribusiness Conference and Exhibitions event, for the past 12 years, have provided and created market linkages and built the capacity of over 150,000 value chain actors and stakeholders.
Beneficiaries and participants of the annual Preharvest event ranges from farmer groups, buyers, development partners, policy makers, agribusinesses, ICT professionals, and aggregators. Others include input dealers, equipment and machinery dealers, transporters, financial institutions, telecommunication companies, out growers, civil society, and processors, who converge in the Northern Region, to network, exhibit, share knowledge, train, engage in field demonstration activities and most importantly, negotiate and seal deals.
The intervention has served as a stimulating platform for match-making, exchange, agribusiness development, stakeholder linkages, and has brought about growth in local economies, through the creation of expanded agribusiness opportunities. It has also assisted in removing constraints on market access for farmers and agribusinesses who require access to lucrative markets and economic opportunities to improve their livelihoods and those of their families.
The annual Pre-Harvest event, culminates with conference events, presentations, exhibitions, and a marketplace for business-to-business meetings.
It continuous to serve as a dynamic platform for farmers to negotiate and seal contracts and strengthen the capacity of Farmer-Based Organizations (FBOs), Aggregators, Processors, and value chain actors for them to play a key role as agricultural market actors.
After twelve (12) successful editions, and through feedbacks and testimonies, we are confident to say, the annual Pre-Harvest event, has lived up to its overall goal of creating markets and linking farmers to buyers.
ABOUT YARA GHANA Yara Ghana, is a leading fertilizer company established in 2007, to strengthen the high quality of input supply and related services along the agricultural value chains in Ghana.
Yara Ghana’s key focus have always been on providing Ghanaian farmers with knowledge, crop nutrition solutions, and digital technologies that can help them improve their yields and quality in an environmentally responsible and sustainable manner. This will help farmers achieve enhanced livelihoods while contributing to local, regional, and national food production, and to ensuring Ghana’s long-term food security.
Agrihouse Foundation is thrilled to announce the groundbreaking relocation of the 13th Annual Pre-Harvest Agribusiness Conference and Exhibition. This esteemed agricultural event is set to depart from its long-standing venue at the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium and make its historic debut at the Agrihouse Agri-Village Training and Demonstration Center in Kudula, Tamale, in the Northern Region. scheduled from Tuesday, October 24th, to Thursday , October 26th, 2023, under the theme: “CONNECTING THE UNCONNECTED: THE FARMER, INPUT DEALER, AND THE PROCESSOR.”
Traditionally held at the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium, the 13th Annual Pre-Harvest Agribusiness Conference and Exhibition will mark an unprecedented shift this year to the agrihouse Agri-Village Training and Demonstration Center in Kudula, Tamale, This relocation aims to spotlight the Northern Region’s vibrant agricultural potential and the remarkable contributions of Northern Ghana to the nation’s agricultural landscape.
In a statement, the Executive Director of Agrihouse Foundation, Alberta Nana Akyaa Akosa, expressed her excitement about this transformative decision, saying, “We are thrilled to announce that the 13th Annual Pre-Harvest Agribusiness Conference and Exhibition is making its historic move to the agrihouse agri-village training and demonstration center in Kudula, in the Northern Region, this move encapsulates the essence of our mission to connect ,farmers ,input dealers and processors to promote sustainable agriculture and rural development”
We believe that by bringing the 13th annual Pre-Harvest Agribusiness Conference and Exhibition to agrihouse agri-village training and demonstration center in Kudula, we are not only facilitating connections within the agricultural value chain but also contributing to the economic empowerment and development of the local community. It is our hope that this event will continue to create lasting impacts, providing market linkage ,inspire innovation, and leave a legacy of agricultural excellence in Northern Ghana and Ghana.
Each year, the Pre-Harvest Agribusiness Conference and Exhibition successfully draws over 3,700 participants over the three-day period. The three-day program includes conference sessions, presentations, exhibitions, and a marketplace designed to facilitate business-to-business interactions.
This dynamic platform serves as a bridge for contract negotiations, enhancing the capacity of smallholder farmers, Farmer-Based Organizations (FBOs), Aggregators, Processors, input dealers, equipment and machinery dealers, irrigation specialists, financial institutions, and telecommunications companies. Additionally, development partners, insurance companies, non-governmental organizations, and government agencies actively participate.
The 13th Annual Pre-Harvest Agribusiness Conference and Exhibition is proudly brought to you by Agrihouse Foundation in partnership with Yara Ghana, GIZ-EUGAP, and Interplast.
A diverse array of companies will be part of the exhibition, including input dealers, smallholder farmers, Farmer-Based Organizations (FBOs), Aggregators, Processors, input dealers, equipment and machinery dealers, irrigation specialists, financial institutions, and telecommunications companies. Also, development partners, insurance companies, non-governmental organizations, and government agencies are actively involved.
This year’s exhibitors include Yara, GIZ-EUGAP, Interplast, Bon Agro, SEEDCO, International Potato Center, Esoko Limited, BADECC AGROVOLTA LIMITED, AGRO CROWN WEST AFRICAN COMPANY LTD, HJA Africa Limited, International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC), AGRISEED, Miqdadi Ltd, Jubaili Agrotec, Agrohao Ghana Company Limited, Feed the Future Ghana Mobilizing Finance in Agriculture (MFA) Activity, Tree Aid, Melon J Consult CL Ltd, The Food and Drugs Authority, The Ghana Export Promotion, The Ghana Investment Promotion Center, Ecobank, Agricultural Development Bank, TATA, KANU EQUIPMENT, SAYETECH, PUMPTECH, AGRI SIGMA, and Lamb Father among others
Ms .Alberta Nana Akyaa Akosa, expressed her gratitude to the exhibitors for being a part of the 13th Annual Pre-Harvest Agribusiness Conference and Exhibition, saying, “We are truly thankful to all the exhibitors for their unwavering commitment to Ghana’s agricultural sector. Your participation is integral to the success of this event, and we appreciate your dedication to showcasing the best of what our agriculture industry has to offer.”
She encouraged all participants to visit every exhibition booth, learn, buy, explore, and engage. “We invite everyone to explore every exhibition booth, to engage with the exhibitors, to learn from the wealth of knowledge present, and to support the fantastic products and services showcased. It’s not just an exhibition; it’s a celebration of agriculture. Together, let’s make this event a resounding success, benefiting our farmers, input dealers, and processors alike.
Over these three days, you can anticipate a myriad of agricultural innovations, insightful discussions, and the creation of invaluable connections that will benefit everyone along the agricultural value chain. It is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of agriculture, to learn, to network, and to witness the future of our nation’s agriculture unfold before your eyes. she added.
Participants can look forward to an immersive experience enriched with practical insights, engaging sessions, and the opportunity to establish invaluable connections within the agricultural sector. This relocation will undoubtedly invigorate the event’s core mission of fostering growth, market linkage ,sustainability, and progress in the agricultural industry.
As the agricultural community in Ghana eagerly awaits this remarkable event, the 13th Annual Pre-Harvest Agribusiness Conference and Exhibition is poised to make an indelible mark on the nation’s agricultural landscape. It promises to be a celebration of agricultural excellence, innovation, and the power of connectivity.
What to Expect:
Commodity Breakout Session: Participants from diverse backgrounds, including farmer groups, farmer-based organizations, aggregators, buyers, students, smallholders, and commercial farmers, will gain invaluable insights into excelling within the agricultural value chain.
Farmer-Buyer Matchmaking: An exclusive networking event tailored to enable farmers to connect with potential wholesale buyers and various agribusinesses along the value chain. This interactive session offers opportunities to establish connections and finalize deals that can significantly shape agricultural endeavors.
Exhibition: The three-day exhibition showcase will offer a platform for purchasing and selling products at affordable prices. Attendees can explore the latest innovations, products, and services driving advancements in the agricultural sector, encompassing Crop Varieties, Seeds, Farm Equipment and Machinery, Agrochemicals and Fertilizers, as well as Livestock, among others.
Field Demonstrations: Practical learning opportunities for farmers and industry participants to acquire firsthand experience and adopt best practices in farm management. Hosted at the Agrihouse Foundation Agri-Village, this immersive experience aims to equip attendees with tangible skills to enhance their agricultural practices.
Agrihouse Foundation & Podium Alimentos, hereby officially invites you to be part of the Session.
This Briefing Event presents the perfect platform to learn & gather all information you will need to participate in the International Cassava Fair, in Brazil, November!
Podium Alimentos, the leading organization, that manages Brazil’s largest International Cassava Fair (FIMAN), has announced a five-year partnership with Ghana’s Agrihouse Foundation, as its official franchise holders, for the promotion, facilitation and marketing of the annual International Fair in Brazil.
In a statement issued, the Chief Executive Officer of Podium Alimentos and creator for the International cassava Fair (FIMAN), Mr. Mauricio Gehlen, expressed his excitement for the partnership with Agrihouse Foundation. He emphasized that, the partnership with Agrihouse Foundation as the official franchise holder for the International Cassava Fair (FIMAN) in Ghana, for the next five years will undoubtedly elevate and significantly enhance the program’s growth and increase participation in Ghana and Africa.
He further explained that, Agrihouse Foundation will work with his office, to strengthen and enhance the prominence and impact of the International Cassava Fair (FIMAN) initiative in Ghana, with a primary focus on contributing to improving the cassava value chain sector. Adding that, Cassava contributes significantly to the nutrition and livelihood of up to 500 million people in the world, beside serving as a primary staple food for millions of people, cassava is also an important raw material used for pharmaceutical and industrial purposes.
In his statement, Mr. Gehlen, added that Agrihouse Foundation has a commendable track record of consistently demonstrating unwavering dedication to sustainable agriculture and a proven history of promoting the agriculture industry in Ghana and beyond.
Commodifying cassava presents Africa and the global community with an opportunity to reduce dependence on imports, enhance food security, and support economic growth.
Despite its immense potential, cassava has often been to a high level, been overlooked as a crop suitable for commercial production and commodification. However, as global food demand continues to rise, the potential for cassava to contribute to agricultural growth in Africa and around the world is becoming increasingly apparent.
Mr. Mauricio Gehlen, emphasized that, the partnership will also facilitate the dissemination of global cassava research findings, innovations, and best practices to the Ghanaian cassava industry, fostering growth and sustainability.
This collaboration he said, signifies a great milestone in our efforts to foster greater international cooperation and knowledge exchange in the cassava industry.
For her part, the Executive Director of Agrihouse Foundation, Miss Alberta Nana Akyaa Akosa expressed her profound gratitude for this partnership. “We are very excited and grateful to Podium Alimentos for giving us this amazing opportunity to do what we do best – Making Impact in the Agribusiness sector!
As the official franchise holder in Ghana, we look forward to working diligently transparently with Podium Alimentos to ensure the continued success of the International Cassava Fair (FIMAN), and to advance sustainable agriculture while strengthening the cassava industry. It is imperative that we transform cassava into a standardized commodity that can be traded and exported on a large scale to boost national revenues, much like how we prioritize commodities such as gold, crude oil, and cocoa,’ emphasized Miss Akosa.”
As the official franchise holder for the International Cassava Fair (FIMAN) in Ghana, Agrihouse Foundation is resolutely committed to cultivating a thriving cassava sector in Ghana and Africa. Simultaneously, we aim to work together, to foster greater international collaboration by connecting Ghanaian enterprises with potential investors and partners, who seek to penetrate the Ghanaian market, to explore partnerships and investment opportunities, with the cassava value chain sector, to collectively improve impact, economic growth, improve job creation and the introduction of new technologies to the cassava sector.
As part our mandate of ensuring a stronger Ghanaian representation at the International Cassava Fair (FIMAN) scheduled to take place from Tuesday, November 21st, 2023, to Thursday, November 23rd, 2023, in Paranavaí, Brazil , Agrihouse foundation is mobilizing farmers, processors, input dealers, Farmer-Based Organizations (FBOs), Aggregators, Processors, and value chain actors, individuals and businesses across the agriculture value chain to serve as exhibitors , participate and engage in Business Matchmaking sessions, at the International Cassava Fair.By facilitating the transfer of knowledge and championing the global dissemination of cassava research, innovations, and best practices from international experts to the Ghanaian cassava community, Agrihouse Foundation will work together with Podium Alimentos to organize and facilitate strategic business-to-business meetings, networking, matchmaking, panel discussions, educational tours and farm visits for participants in Brazil.
This exchange of expertise, we are confident, will further empower our stakeholders to be exposed to more innovative approaches and state-of-the-art technologies, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
Agrihouse Foundation is passionate towards the causes and tasks, we take up and we are positive to contribute in all means possible, to the growth of the Casssava value chain sector. Cassava is the next big thing. It is the next Cocoa , Alberta added.
This collaboration underscores Podium Alimentos and Agrihouse Foundation’s steadfast commitment to advancing the cassava sector and promoting international cooperation within the Regional and Global agricultural landscape.
Over the next five years, the focus will be on propelling growth, sustainability, and innovation within the industry.
Agrihouse Foundation has a successful track record of spearheading similar International Trade and market linkage initiatives.
Our partnership with the Brazilian Embassy over the past ten years in promoting the annual Agrishow event in Brazil. Our partnership with the Israel Trade Office, in promoting educational Break-out Tours and Agritech in Israel, our partnership with the US- Ghana Chamber, Philadelphia, in promoting Trade and market linkages and our strong partnership with GhaNeb – Nebraska, in facilitating opportunities between Nebraska, among others, are testaments of our passion and strength in fostering and facilitating, successful Business, Trade and Investment opportunities between Countries.
Agrihouse Foundation are also the initiators and implementers of highly successful interventional projects in Ghana including the Gathering of the Royals, the Agric Students Career Guidance and Mentorship Dialogue Bootcamp, the Livestock, Poultry and Fisheries Training and Tradeshow, the Women in Food and Agricultural Leadership Training Forum, the Gold in the Soil Awards, organized together with Global Affairs Canada.
Agrihouse Foundation are also the initiators and organizers of the Monthly Agriwoman Marketplace, the Monthly Beginner Agribusiness Masterclass and the internationally recognized 1household – 1 garden initiative and the annual Preharvest Agribusiness Exhibitions and Conference.
ABOUT FIMAN:
The International Cassava Fair (FIMAN), organized by Podium Alimentos , every two year , is a globally recognized premier cassava tradeshow. It serves as a pivotal platform for knowledge exchange, innovation showcase, and networking among cassava stakeholders worldwide. The 2023 edition of FIMAN is scheduled to take place from Tuesday, November 21st, 2023, to Thursday, November 23rd, 2023, in Paranavaí, Brazil.
The three-day event will focus on the exchange of experiences, staying at the forefront of cutting-edge technologies, and forging successful partnerships. It will feature a dedicated Ghanaian Pavilion where key players in the cassava value chain can showcase their products and services, engage in B2B matchmaking, and make business presentations.
About One Hundred and Seventy (170) Ghanaian youth are expected to benefit from the 3rd edition of the Monthly Agribusiness Skills and Jobs for the Youth roadshow dubbed ‘’it is possible’’, an initiative by the Member of Parliament for Klottey Korle Constituency, Hon. Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings in partnership with Agrihouse Foundation. The event will be held at the Accra High School located at Ridge in Accra on Saturday, September 23rd, 2023, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. This edition promises to once again ignite the aspirations of young individuals and equip them with the knowledge and training to excel in snail farming.
Beneficiaries of the 3rd edition of the “It is Possible” Monthly Agribusiness Skills and Jobs for the Youth Roadshow will have the opportunity to engage with industry experts who will share invaluable insights and practical advice on Snail Farming Management and gain hands-on experience in snail farming techniques and best practices.
As a testament to the roadshow’s commitment to supporting the journey of these aspiring agripreneurs, each participant will receive a complimentary starter pack which will serve as a catalyst, enabling them to kickstart their own snail farming ventures with confidence.
This initiative has not only equipped young individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary for success in agribusiness but has also provided them with a reliable source of livelihood. It stands as a beacon of hope for unemployed youth, offering them free monthly agribusiness training and opportunities to gain meaningful employment, thus contributing significantly to the reduction of youth unemployment in the country.
Hon.Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings emphasized the importance of investing in the capacity of young Ghanaians interested in agriculture to ensure the growth and sustainability of the country’s agricultural sector. She highlighted some challenges facing the youth, including the rising unemployment rate, and noted that proactive and forward-thinking initiatives are needed to ensure the capacity building of the youth.
The Member of Parliament believes that the youth have the capacity to ensure the growth and sustainability of the country. She advised the beneficiaries of the “It Is Possible” Roadshow to take the training seriously, as it is an avenue to empower and create employment for themselves and others, transforming their lives and making them self-sufficient.
Ms. Alberta Nana Akyaa Akosa, Executive Director of Agrihouse Foundation, expressed the Foundation’s commitment to investing in the Agri-youth of Ghana. She believes that this initiative will empower the youth and promote sustainable development in the agricultural sector. She also encouraged the youth to take advantage of this opportunity to learn the skills and knowledge necessary to transform their lives.
“We are thrilled to be part of this transformative initiative. Agrihouse Foundation’s mission has always been to empower the youth and promote sustainable development in the agricultural sector ‘.
The youth have immense potential, and we believe that by equipping them with the essential skills and resources needed to excel in agribusiness, we are not only transforming their lives but also contributing to the growth and sustainability of our country’s agricultural sector. She added.
Through this initiative, we have created opportunities for young individuals to gain meaningful employment, thus addressing the pressing issue of youth unemployment. Our commitment to this cause is unwavering, and we encourage all beneficiaries to embrace this opportunity wholeheartedly.
ABOUT “IT IS POSSIBLE” MONTHLY AGRIBUSINESS SKILLS AND JOBS FOR THE YOUTH ROADSHOW The “It is Possible” Monthly Agribusiness Skills and Jobs for the Youth Roadshow, an initiative by Hon. Dr. Zanetor Agyemang-Rawlings, Member of Parliament for Klottey Korle Constituency in partnership with Agrihouse Foundation is a transformative initiative dedicated to empowering young individuals with the essential skills and resources needed to thrive in the world of agribusiness. Since its inception, this roadshow has left an indelible mark on the lives of aspiring agripreneurs, turning their agribusiness dreams into tangible realities.
This roadshow continues to be a driving force in fostering agribusiness excellence among the youth, creating employment opportunities, and ultimately contributing to the nation’s economic development. We invite all interested individuals to join us on this transformative journey and witness the possibilities that agribusiness holds for the youth of our nation.
