The Concerned Farmers Association of Ghana (CFA‑Ghana) has expressed profound disappointment and frustration over the persistent politicization of Farmers’ Day celebrations.
A statement signed by the National President of the Association, Nana Oboadie Bonsu II, said for 41 years, the occasion has failed to translate into meaningful benefits for farmers, with politics overshadowing the sector’s critical needs.
”We are particularly dismayed that the day has become a platform for political posturing, benefiting a select few “political farmers” while the majority struggle to survive. The absence of essential infrastructure – irrigation systems, functional dams, and adequate storage facilities – remains a stark reality,” a portion of the statement reads.
The Association demanded that the President John Mahama uses this year’s Farmers’ Day to announce a single-digit interest rate for farmers, a move that could transform the agricultural sector and support the value chain.
The Association commended the President for the reset agenda and urged him to prioritize the critical issues affecting farmers.
“Specifically, we highlight the devastating impact of galamsey (illegal mining) on our land and cocoa production, the backbone of our economy. Mr. President, we don’t eat gold; we need sustainable agriculture, not destroyed farmlands,” CFA-Ghana noted.
“We urge the government to stop politicizing Farmers’ Day and invest in infrastructure that empowers farmers,” said Nana Bonsu II.
“Enough is enough! Farmers deserve more than photo ops and empty words.”
The Association also cautioned the organizers to ensure a free, fair, and transparent selection process for award winners, as they will be auditing all awards given from 2017 to 2025.
