E/R:Asuogyaman District Celebrates 41st National Farmers’ Day at Boso-Gua

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The Asuogyaman District on Friday celebrated the 41st National Farmers’ Day with a colourful and well-attended durbar at the Boso Secondary and Technical School Park in the Boso-Gua Traditional Area of the Eastern Region. The event, which honoured the hard work and contribution of farmers to national development, was chaired by Oseadeayo Adu Kwaku II, Gyaasehene of the Boso-Gua Traditional Council, on behalf of His Majesty Nana Osei Nyarko III, Omanhene and Paramount Chief of the Boso-Gua Traditional Area. In attendance were the Member of Parliament for Asuogyaman, Hon. Thomas Nyarko Ampem, the District Chief Executive, Hon. Godwin Bobobee, the District Director of Agriculture, assembly members, heads of institutions, farmers, fisherfolk, poultry farmers, youth groups and media organizations.

Addressing the gathering, Oseadeayo Adu Kwaku II expressed profound gratitude to the tireless men and women whose labour sustains families and keeps the local economy vibrant. He praised farmers for their resilience in coping with climate challenges, rising input costs and shifting market conditions while continuing to feed communities within Asuogyaman and the nation at large. He stated that the achievements and stability of the district are firmly rooted in the dedication of its farmers and fisherfolk whose hard work forms the backbone of local livelihood and national food security.

The Gyaasehene commended government for its continuous support to the agricultural sector and welcomed the introduction of the new flagship programme, Nkokoo Nkiti Nkiti, which he described as a bold step capable of modernizing agriculture, creating jobs for the youth, strengthening food security and enhancing rural economic development. He emphasized that with appropriate support and effective implementation, the programme will significantly boost agricultural productivity in Asuogyaman.


He highlighted the rich agricultural potential of the Boso-Gua Traditional Area, where crops such as oil palm, cassava, maize and vegetables continue to flourish due to the fertile lands, while the Volta Lake supports a strong fishing industry that contributes massively to the district’s economy. He noted that agriculture in the area is not only an economic activity but also a heritage and source of pride for the people. He appealed to government and development partners for the establishment of oil palm and mango processing factories to enhance value addition and job creation, as well as fish processing units along the Volta Lake to improve hygiene and income levels in the fisheries sector. He also called for support for poultry farmers under the Nkokoo Nkiti Nkiti programme to reduce dependence on imported poultry products. Furthermore, he urged the District Chief Executive to assist Boso-Gua by mobilizing DRIP equipment to open access roads leading to the oil palm farms and to expedite the completion of ongoing works at the school park.

The celebration climaxed with the presentation of awards to distinguished farmers who excelled in various fields within the district. The 2025 award winners are: Simon Tettey Nyagblortor, adjudged the Overall District Best Farmer from Sapor Sisi; Isaac Yaw Afunaber, District Best Youth Farmer from Anyaase; Comfort Buduwah, District Best Female Youth Farmer from Adjena-Dornor; Esther Amoah, District Best Female Farmer from Dawatokro; Robert Tetteh Ayertey, District Best Crop Farmer from Sapor Yiti; Tetteh Amemuvo (Natural Farmer), District Best Livestock Farmer from Apeguso; Kwadwo Addo, District Best Differently Able Farmer from Boso; Goffel Fish Company, District Best Fish Farm from Sedorm; Asikuma Fish Processors and Traders Association, District Best Fish Processing Group from Asikuma; Baptist Vocational Training Institute, District Best Senior High School in Practical Agriculture from Frankadua; Sapor Junior High School, District Best Junior High School in Practical Agriculture from Sapor; Christ Anointed Church, District Best Faith-Based Organization from Sapor Sisi; River Cottage Farms, District Best Agro-Tourism Farm from Mangoase; and Patricia Nana Djabah, awarded Best Agric Extension Agent from Asikuma.

The ceremony ended with renewed commitment from traditional leaders, government officials, farmers and stakeholders to strengthen collaboration in building a resilient, sustainable and innovative agricultural sector that will secure the future of the district and the nation.


Credit: Nana Kwasi Asare 





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