60-Year-Old Female Farmer Serving as a Beacon of Agricultural Resilience and Empowerment
Madam Agatha Forkuo, a 60-year-old farmer from Dormaa Ahenkro in Ghana’s Bono Region, embodies the spirit of perseverance and dedication. Her life is a testament to the transformative power of agriculture and the resilience it demands. She has been nominated in the Passion of Farm category at the 6th Agrihouse Foundation’s Women in Food and […]
Turning Family Savings into Farming Success: The Inspirational Journey of Ernestina Yeboah
Madam Ernestina Yeboah, a 48-year-old from Apenkro in Dormaa East, has demonstrated remarkable determination and creativity in the world of farming. Her story is a testament to the power of innovation and hard work in overcoming challenges and achieving success. Fifteen years ago, Ernestina and her two siblings pooled their family savings to purchase 6.5 […]
29-Year-Old Wan Hive Ghana Founder Nominated for Princess Carla Award at 6th WOFAGRIC and Gold in the Soil Awards
At just 29 years old, Janat Issifu, from Sunyani in the Bono Region, founded Wan Hive Ghana to address the challenges faced by women in the agricultural value chain. Her organization supports women farmers by providing market linkage opportunities, identifying their challenges, and designing solutions, programs, and initiatives to empower and mentor them to increase […]
Agrihouse Foundation’s Gold in The Soil Awards Introduces Two New Categories
Agrihouse Foundation’s 6th annual Women in Food and Agricultural Leadership Training Forum (WOFAGRIC) and Gold in the Soil Awards is set to mark a significant milestone with the introduction of two new award categories. Namely, Supportive Agri-Man Award and Agri-Input Sales Woman of the Year Award with the aim of recognizing and celebrating the contributions […]
Government Efforts Alone Insufficient to Overcome Poultry Sector Challenges, Collective Actions Needed
Mr. Bright Manye, the Deputy Director for the Animal Production Directorate at the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, has emphasized that while the government is committed to addressing the challenges facing the poultry sector through various programs, governmental efforts alone will not suffice to overcome the existing hurdles. Speaking at the launch of the 4th […]
Strategic Advocacy and Promotion Needed to Improve Poultry Sector
Madam Comfort Acheampong, the Coordinator of the Ghana National Egg Campaign Secretariat and Chairperson for the Ghana Poultry Day, has emphasized the need for increased advocacy and promotion to fortify Ghana’s poultry industry. Addressing attendees at the launch and mini stakeholder meeting for the upcoming 4th Ghana Poultry Day, Madam Acheampong acknowledged the hurdles faced […]
Agrihouse Foundation’s Executive Director Advocates For Domestic Poultry Rearing , household Garden to Enhance Food Security in Ghana
The Executive Director of Agrihouse Foundation, Alberta Nana Akyaa Akosa, has emphasized the significance of going back to our domestic poultry rearing days and maintaining household gardens in contributing to food security in Ghana. Speaking at the press launch and stakeholders’ meeting for the 4th Ghana Poultry Day on Wednesday, June 5, at the Ghana […]
Ghana Tourism Authority Promotes Agri-Tourism through the Ghana Poultry Day
The Ghana Tourism Authority is this year partnering Agrihouse Foundation to organize the 4th Ghana Poultry Day, scheduled for Monday, July 1, 2024 at the forecourt of the state house. This strategic partnership underscores a shared commitment to enhancing Agri-Tourism in Ghana, aligning with efforts to promote the nation’s agricultural sector. Now in its fourth […]
Agrihouse Foundation’s 7th AG-STUD Bootcamp Ends Successfully in Accra
In an era where global food security and sustainable agricultural practices are increasingly prioritized, nurturing the next generation of agricultural professionals is more critical than ever. Mentoring and coaching agricultural students and beginner agribusinesses are essential to ensure that young minds are equipped with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to innovate and lead in this […]
Women Urged to Defy Gender Stereotypes in Agriculture
The 2023 National Best Farmer, Madam Charity Akotia, have urged women interested in pursuing careers in agriculture to defy prevailing gender stereotypes and societal norms. Speaking during an Agri-inspire session to agricultural student and beginner agribusinesses at the 7th Agricultural Student Career Guidance and Mentorship Dialogue Bootcamp annually organized by Agrihouse Foundation, Madam Akotia emphasized […]