Accra: The 41st National Farmers' Day Grand Durbar and Awards Ceremony is set to be hosted in Ho, the Volta Regional Capital, on Friday, December 5, 2025. The announcement was made during the official launch of the celebration in Accra on Friday.
According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Eric Opoku, the Minister of Food and Agriculture, emphasized that this decision highlights the government's commitment to equitable development and regional representation. The Volta Region was chosen due to its rich agricultural heritage. The theme for this year's celebration, 'Feed Ghana, Eat Ghana, Secure the Future,' reflects the national vision to reduce import dependence, strengthen domestic food systems, and create sustainable employment opportunities.
The event will feature the announcement of the Overall Best Farmer, with President John Dramani Mahama and leaders from the agricultural sector in attendance. Mr. Opoku noted that the theme serves as a reminder of the collective responsibility to maintain national food security. A five-day National Agricultural Fair will precede the Grand Durbar, showcasing Ghana's agricultural innovations from December 1 to December 5, 2025.
Mr. Opoku also addressed recent challenges in the agriculture sector, particularly the dry spell in 2024, emphasizing the need for domestic agricultural initiatives to mitigate future occurrences. Ms. Emelia Arthur, Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture, highlighted the crucial role of the fisheries sector, noting that fish accounts for about 60 percent of the animal protein consumed by Ghanaians. She committed to focusing on marine and inland fisheries and aquaculture to meet production demands.
Mr. James Gunu, the Volta Regional Minister, expressed his delight at hosting the event on behalf of the region's 1.6 million residents. He assured that the Volta Region, along with its chiefs and farmers, is eager to welcome participants to the 'Oxygen City.'
National Farmers' Day, established in 1985, honors the essential contributions of farmers and fisherfolk to the Ghanaian economy. The event was initiated following a significant 30 percent growth in the sector in 1984, after the droughts and bushfires of the early 1980s. It is a statutory public holiday celebrating the dedication and hard work of agricultural workers who drive food security and economic progress. Awards are given to the best performing farmers in crops, livestock, and fisheries for their outstanding achievements in the agricultural sector.
