The Northern Regional Minister, Hon. Alhaji Shani Alhassan Shaibu, has reaffirmed the commitment of the Northern Regional Coordinating Council to collaborate with Agrihouse Foundation in developing the Agrihouse Agri-village Training and Demonstration Center in Bamvim into a model agricultural site. This collaboration aims to inspire and empower local farmers and agribusinesses in the region, fostering growth and innovation in the agricultural sector.
Speaking at the launch of the 13th Annual Pre-Harvest Agribusiness Exhibition and Conference, held at the Agrihouse Agri-village training and demonstration center in Bamvim, Tamale, Hon. Alhaji Shani Alhassan Shaibu expressed his gratitude to Agrihouse Foundation for creating a platform that unites stakeholders from various sectors of agriculture.
He underscored the Annual Pre-Harvest Agribusiness Exhibitions and Conference as a consistent avenue for the Northern Region to showcase its immense agricultural potential, glean wisdom from industry experts, and form invaluable connections.
Hon. Alhaji Shani Alhassan Shaibu praised the event’s remarkable growth and impact over the years. He emphasized its potential to serve as a catalyst for partnerships, technological advancements, and unlocking the untapped potential within the region’s agricultural landscape.
In a nod to gender equality in agriculture, the minister underscored the significance of empowering women in the sector, recognizing their invaluable contributions. He called for comprehensive training and mentorship programs to enhance their participation, leadership, and economic independence within the agricultural value chain.
Furthermore, Hon. Alhaji Shani Alhassan Shaibu highlighted the crucial role of engaging and empowering the youth, who represent the future of agriculture. He expressed his aspirations for the Pre-Harvest event to evolve into a premier agricultural gathering that attracts participants from across the country and beyond. This expansion aims to benefit a growing number of farmers, women, and youth, bringing them under the umbrella of agricultural development and growth.
The Head of Growth and Partnership for Agrihouse Foundation, Micheal Opuni-Frimpong speaking on behalf of the Executive Director, Alberta Nana Akyaa Akosa, shared a sneak peek into what attendees can anticipate at the 13th Annual Pre-Harvest Agribusiness Exhibition and Conference, set to occur from October 24th to 26th, 2023 at the Agrihouse Agri-village Training and Demonstration Center in Bamvim .Promising a dynamic platform for knowledge sharing, networking, field training, collaboration, business and exploration of the latest agricultural innovations.
“The 13th annual Pre-Harvest Agribusiness Exhibition and Conference under the theme’’ CONNECTING THE UNCONNECTED THE FARMER, THE INPUT DEALER AND THE PROCESSOR ‘’, will provide a vibrant platform for all stakeholders in the agricultural sector to converge and explore the latest advancements, trends, and opportunities. This year’s event promises to be an enriching experience for attendees, featuring insightful discussions, interactive workshops, field training networking and a diverse array of exhibitors. Our aim is to facilitate knowledge exchange, foster collaborations, and empower participants to harness the full potential of agriculture ,we encourage all participants to leverage this platform fully, gaining fresh knowledge, establishing vital contacts, and actively contributing to the growth and sustainability of the region’s agricultural landscape”.
We invite everyone to join us at Agrihouse Agri-village training and demonstration center in Bamvim, Tamale on the 24th to 26th October 2023, for the 13th Annual Pre-Harvest Agribusiness Exhibition and Conference.
The much talked about Nebraska-Ghana trade and investment conference and agriculture program, coming up 11th to 14th September 2023, continues to assert its relevance through the quality of Ghanaians it is attracting to its forum. One of such dignitaries is no other than Ghana’s astute politician, Hon Fiifi Kwetey, who has been confirmed will be representing former President John Dramani Mahama.
The Nebraska Trade and Investment program, and the Husker Harvest Day event, taking place simultaneously from September 11th to 14th, 2023, is a combination of events that attracts business people, investors and farmers annually to update, learn and exploit business, trade and investment opportunities in the State and build new partnerships, at governments, corporate, and individual levels.
Appreciating the immense value such a gathering holds for Ghana’s economic growth and diversification, former President Mahama, at his invitation to the event, determined that his tight schedule in recent times would not be enough reason to deny Ghana such an opportunity to maximize the offerings of Ghana’s good relationship with the United States of America, decided to send Hon Fiifi Fiavi Kwetey in his stead.
A former two-term Member of Parliament for Ketu South, former Minister of State, Fiifi Fiavi Kwetey, who is the current General Secretary of his party, the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has also served the nation as both the Deputy Finance Minister and the Minister for Agriculture. He qualifies as best placed to represent Ghana at this auspicious trade and investment event.
According to Ghana’s Agrihouse Foundation, the local coordinator of the event being organized in collaboration with GhaNeb LLC, a Ghanaian-American partnership, the event brings leaders in the agricultural, trade and finance space together with Ghanaian participants to interact, exploit partnership opportunities, strengthen bilateral ties, update on new technologies and advancements developing in both American and the global agriculture space.
The participants shall participate in top trade conversations with the Nebraska Department of Economic Development, interact with top industry players, engage in market linkage negotiations, matchmaking, and investment related activities.
Ultimately, it is envisaged that the program would develop and strengthen economic partnerships, provide access to valuable and sustainable market opportunities, enhance bilateral investments, and widen Ghana’s sources of boosting trade, investment and economic growth.
Agrihouse Foundation and Nebraska based GhaNeb LLC, has confirmed that, the Deputy Minister (Crop), of the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, Hon. Yaw Frimpong Addo, will be leading the Ghana delegation, to attend it 1st Nebraska-Ghana Trade and investment event, and also participate in one of the major agricultural event in the world, the Husker Harvest Days.
Twenty-two Government and Private Businesses, are participating in the 5-day program, which is expected to create long term Business Linkages and Trade opportunities where economic, practical measures and investment strategies will be discussed and explored, in the interest of both parties.
Supporting the organization of the event include the Nebraska Department of Economic Development, Grand Island Chamber of Commerce, Sandhill Global, RWH Energy, EZ Politix and Certified Piedmontese.
Already confirmed to attend this program being, organized by GhaNeb LLC and Agrihouse Foundation, are representatives from the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, AMG Fertilizers, Collinmon Investment, Fidelity Bank, SAPIP, Cudjoe Abimash Farms, A.N. O. Enterprise and Interplast.
The rest are AgriPower, Elsiyne Enterprise, Ghana Federation of Livestock Inter-Professional (GHAFLIP), Enepa, Nature- Feast Farms LLC and T & C Farms.
Giving background to the event, the Executive Director of Agrihouse Foundation, Ms. Alberta Nana Akyaa Akosa, said the event, expected to be an annual one, would help Ghana and Nebraska to build on, and further strengthen business ties, which began in 2022, when Senators Julie Slama, Andrew Le Grone and Ken Schilz were in Ghana.
During their stay in Ghana, Agrihouse Foundation facilitated a Government and Private business stakeholders’ meeting in both Greater Accra and the Northern Region, as well as farm tours.
The program, will equally present the opportunity for the Ghana Delegation to meet leaders in the Agriculture world and will also offer them, a valuable occasion to tap into a wide range of opportunities to gain new knowledge, exploit investment options and widen their networks for sustainable business collaborations and expansions.
Activities for the 5-day event include, a Welcome Networking Reception, Breakout Tours, Roundtable meetings and B2B Matchmaking sessions.
The delegation will also have the opportunity to visit farms, processing facilities, and implement dealers.
Former State Senator Schilz and Mr. Kofi Amoabin, both of Nebraska based GhaNeb LLC, mentioned their excitement, about working with Agrihouse Foundation, to facilitate opportunities, between Ghana and Nebraska.
We are confident, that, this first edition will yield great results.
We have positioned ourselves, to support strengthen businesses and relationships, that will be established from here. The Statement concluded.
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Ayekoo on UTV will air Part 1 of our “Gold in the Soil Awards Documentary,” which celebrates and recognizes the outstanding performances and successes of our women farmers and women in Agribusiness and the stakeholders who support their efforts. This Wednesday’s episode will feature the Executive Director of Agrihouse Foundation, Madam Alberta Nana Akyaa Akosa, and the exciting stories from our women farmers. The “Gold in the Soil Awards” is a key component of our “Women in Food and Agricultural Leadership Training Forum,” held annually in different regions. Please make a date with us, tune in to UTV on Wednesday, September 6th, 2023, from 9:15 PM to 10:00 PM
