UK’s £200 million tomato market attractive for Ghanaian growers

Published 2023년 3월 6일

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The Chamber of Agribusiness Ghana (CAG) is working with the UK High Commission's Trade Department to establish a market trade route for Ghanaian tomato producers to supply supermarkets in the UK. This initiative aims to capitalize on the tomato deficit in the UK and create thousands of jobs in Ghana. The CAG has identified key cultivation areas and emphasizes the quality and competitive advantage of local producers. Other countries like Kenya and Uganda are also exploring similar opportunities.

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The Chamber of Agribusiness Ghana (CAG) has said it is currently engaging the Trade Department of the UK High Commission to institute a guaranteed market trade route system for local tomato producers to supply supermarkets in the United Kingdom. CAG's CEO Anthony Selorm Morrison claims that Ghana stands a chance to benefit greatly from the deficit, as the Chamber is finalizing discussions with the High Commission to export large quantities of quality tomatoes to the UK market. The Chamber has identified key areas of cultivation in Dahwenya, Weija, Somanya, Akuse, Ada, Prampram, Sogakope, Kpetoe, and the Winneba enclaves and said this opportunity has the potential to create thousands of jobs for young people. He emphasized that local producers have what it takes, including the competitive and ...

Source: Hortidaily