A crop scientist at the College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences at the University of Cape Coast, Dr. Kwadwo Kusi Amoah has urged all Ghanaians to start growing crops at home to help address the nation’s food insecurity.
In an exclusive interview on ATL FM’s Biribi Soronko, Dr. Amoah highlighted the benefits of home crop cultivation, noting that it not only fosters family bonding but also reduces food expenses.
“Crop planting might not solve the problem entirely, but it offers significant benefits when done properly, even though my backyard is small, I use rice sacks to grow crops like potatoes and lettuce. This practice saves money and helps during droughts and food shortages.”
Dr. Amoah emphasized that home crop growing is not meant to undermine market vendors but to provide a buffer during times of scarcity, therefore encouraging the public to take the initiative and start their own backyard farms, stating that “Crop planting saves a lot of money and creates valuable family time,” he added.
He also called on individuals, university departments, and regulatory bodies to prioritize home crop growing and develop long-term plans to enhance the country’s food security.
“We need a comprehensive, long-term strategy for agriculture in Ghana, it’s crucial for us as a nation to establish an action plan to increase local production and reduce reliance on imports from countries with frequent dry seasons. If the government does not take action, we as citizens should come together and start our own backyard farms to sustain lives and homes in the country.” Dr. Amoah stated.
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Source: Angelina Riley Hayford/ATLFMNEWS
