Agribusiness is the future & driver of Ghana’s economy – H.E Mahama

President of the Republic of Ghana, H.E. John Dramani Mahama, declared agribusiness as the future of Ghana’s economy. The president positioned the sector as the cornerstone for industrial transformation, export diversification, and job creation.

During the maiden National Agribusiness Dialogue held in Accra on Monday, July 28, 2025, President Mahama described the forum as a “vital turning point” in Ghana’s economic trajectory.

The president also commended the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry for championing the forum and introducing a bold realignment of national policy to prioritize agribusiness within the country’s industrial and trade strategy.

According to the president, the decision was part of a broader plan to transition Ghana from an agrarian economy to a competitive, export-driven industrial hub.

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The president said, “Today’s dialogue is not just another meeting. It is a call to action. We must move from talking to implementation. The time has come to unlock the full potential of agribusiness as the new driver of Ghana’s inclusive and sustainable industrial growth.”

The president pointed out the need to develop food production corridors, especially in the northeastern parts of the country, to improve the movement of agricultural products and reduce post-harvest losses.

He also noted that the agribusiness sector is expected to grow significantly, presenting Ghana with an opportunity to become a major player in international food systems.

President Mahama also disclosed new initiatives under the government’s 24-hour economy agenda, the Keep the Industries Initiative, the Accelerated Export Development Programme, and the Rapid Industrialisation Initiative.

The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, applauded the leadership of John Mahama and the decision of the government to widen the mandate of her ministry to include agribusiness.

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She said, “We are here today because we recognize that Ghana’s agribusiness sector must move beyond its traditional confines. We must embrace innovation, invest in value addition, scale up agritech solutions, strengthen market systems and expand access to finance.”

She also highlighted the 24-Hour Economy Policy as a catalyst for agribusiness growth, particularly in agro-processing, logistics, and market access.

The minister said, “By creating the conditions for round-the-clock productivity, we can unlock new layers of efficiency, reduce post-harvest losses, and drive continuous value addition.”