Government will soon begin massive road projects in cocoa
growing areas as part of initiatives to improve agriculture, especially cocoa
production.
The project which will last five years will cost
150 million dollars each year.
President Mahama announced this at this year's
farmers day celebration held at Sefwi Wiawso in the Western Region.
Other projects to be undertaken include the
importation of Agric mechanisation equipment from Brazil at the cost 95 million
dollars, the drawing up of a five year Aquaculture Development Plan and the
restriction of imports on poultry.
President Mahama also asked Cocobod to be firm
in dealing with officials who divert
fertilizers and agro inputs meant for farmers.
President Mahama said the over reliance on rain
fed agriculture is a major setback.
He said government is working to address
the numerous problems facing farmers.
Source: http://m.gbcghana.com/1.1918268
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