Ghana’s Vice President, Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has underscored the nation’s commitment to global food security as she joined world leaders and experts at the opening of the Norman E. Borlaug International Dialogue, held in connection with the prestigious World Food Prize.
The Vice President was accompanied by the Minister for Food and Agriculture, Hon. Eric Opoku, Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States of America, H.E. Victor Smith, and her Chief of Staff, Hon. Alex Segbefia.
The Dialogue, which convenes policymakers, scientists, and development partners from across the globe, serves as a platform to deliberate on the pressing challenges of food security in an era of rapid global change. Addressing participants, Prof. Opoku-Agyemang emphasized that “global food security is a cornerstone of global peace,” noting that sustainable agricultural development is central to stability and prosperity.
On the sidelines of the event, Hon. Eric Opoku featured on a high-level panel discussion titled “From Policy to Progress: A Diplomatic Legacy.” He reiterated Ghana’s unwavering commitment to achieving self-reliance in food production, stressing that agriculture remains the pivot of the country’s economic transformation under the visionary leadership of President John Dramani Mahama.
He highlighted flagship initiatives such as the Feed Ghana Programme and the 24-Hour Economy Policy, which are designed to boost productivity, enhance value addition, and create sustainable employment opportunities for the youth.
Hon. Opoku further assured investors and development partners that government is committed to creating an enabling environment for the private sector to thrive in agriculture. He explained that Ghana is fostering stronger linkages between agricultural production and agro-processing to ensure that value chains generate jobs and drive inclusive growth.
Ghana, he added, remains open to strategic partnerships in critical areas such as soil science, post-harvest loss reduction, and the processing of key export crops including cocoa, shea nuts, and cashew. These efforts, he said, are aimed at improving farmers’ incomes, adding value to exports, and ensuring long-term sustainability in the agricultural sector.
The discussions at the Borlaug Dialogue reinforced Ghana’s position as a reliable partner in global food security efforts, determined to harness agriculture as a tool for economic empowerment and peace-building.
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