Tomato imports to end in four months – Agric Minister, Hon Eric Opoku assures,
The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Hon Eric Opoku has assured Ghanaians that the country’s reliance on imported tomatoes will end within the next four months as the government intensifies efforts to boost local production.
According to the Minister, measures are being implemented to increase tomato cultivation, improve productivity, and strengthen the local agricultural value chain to meet domestic demand.
The assurance forms part of the government’s broader agenda to reduce food imports, support local farmers, and enhance food security. The Minister expressed confidence that the planned interventions would enable Ghana to produce enough tomatoes to satisfy local consumption.
The announcement has sparked public interest, with many stakeholders expected to monitor the progress of the initiative and its impact on tomato prices and the agricultural sector over the coming months.
