Ghana is taking decisive steps to address a surplus of grains and cereals in the domestic market, Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has confirmed.
Speaking at the Government Accountability Series at the Presidency, Opoku explained that the government is engaging both regional and international partners to manage the excess.
Talks are underway with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the World Food Programme (WFP) to procure surplus food stocks.
“We have also invited ECOWAS because they have a responsibility to maintain strategic reserves against emergencies. ECOWAS officials will meet me today to discuss what measures they can take to support the process.”
Opoku added that the National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO) is also procuring surplus produce after an initial GHS100 million allocation was exhausted within three days.
Opoku noted that WFP is coordinating with counterparts in other countries to explore how they can help absorb the excess, while ECOWAS officials, responsible for maintaining strategic reserves, are expected to provide support in the process.
The ministry is also in discussions with other West African and African governments facing cereal shortages, some of whom have expressed interest in sourcing from Ghana.
The Minister emphasized that strong private sector participation and enthusiasm this year could enable the country to exceed its 2026 food production targets, ensuring both local stability and opportunities for regional trade.
