HON. DOMINIC GYASI ENGAGES MUNICIPAL AGRIC DEPARTMENT TO BOOST LOCAL AGRICULTURE

MCE Inspecting the Hatchery after the engagement at the Agric Department

In a bid to strengthen the agricultural sector and improve livelihoods in the Municipality, Hon. Dominic Gyasi, the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), held a strategic meeting with the Municipal Agriculture Department to discuss key development priorities and collaborative initiatives.

The engagement, which took place at the Municipal Agriculture Department on 7th May 2025, brought together Senior Officials from the Department, Extension Officers, Fisheries Officers, and Veterinary Officers. The meeting focused on identifying practical solutions to challenges faced by local farmers, including access to inputs, irrigation, training, and market linkages.

Hon. Gyasi commended the department for its continuous efforts to support farmers despite limited resources. He emphasized the Assembly’s commitment to working closely with the Agriculture Department to enhance food production and promote sustainable practices, particularly in the face of climate change and economic pressures.

“Agriculture remains the backbone of our local economy. It is crucial that we strengthen our partnerships, innovate, and invest in the right areas to ensure food security and improved income for our farmers,” Hon. Gyasi stated.

This engagement forms part of a broader initiative by the MCE to promote local economic development and make agriculture more attractive to the youth.