Parliamentary Committee reviews progress of Feed Ghana Programme

He noted that the effective implementation of the initiatives would help increase agricultural productivity, strengthen national food security and create sustainable employment opportunities, particularly for young people.

Discussions centred on several strategic initiatives under the Feed Ghana Programme, including the establishment of Farmer Service Centres, the National School Farm Initiative (NSFI), expansion of irrigation infrastructure, the Mobile Feed Ghana Brigade, and programmes to promote backyard poultry and vegetable production.

The Parliamentary Select Committee on Food, Agriculture and Cocoa Affairs has received a comprehensive briefing from the Minister for Food and Agriculture, Mr Eric Opoku, on the implementation of the Government's flagship Feed Ghana Programme and preparations for the ongoing farming season.