Climate change: Ghanian farmers in the Ashanti Region are recording low yields

Farmers in the Ashanti Region are facing a significant threat from climate change, with some districts experiencing an alarming drop in crop yields. Distressed vegetable farmers in the Atwima Nwabiagya North District have reported that their crop yields have been decreasing every year due to the negative impact of climate change. This growing crisis has prompted calls for the government to implement strategies to safeguard food security and jobs in the agricultural sector. Most Affected FarmersKofi Essah, a leading member of the Vegetable Farmers Association in Fufuo, Atwima Nwabiagya North District, highlighted that peasant farmers in rural areas are suffering the most from the adverse effects of climate change. Speaking on Thursday, June 6, 2024, he said, "Peasant farmers in rural areas are the most affected by the myriad of challenges brought on by climate change. I can use my situation as a case study. Just this year, I cultivated a six-acre okra farm. After nurturing it for a ...