The Minister for Food and Agriculture has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting the reintegration of Ghanaian graduates trained in modern agriculture, describing them as a critical resource in advancing the country’s agricultural transformation agenda.
Speaking during a courtesy call by Ghanaian graduates of the Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia (RUDN University), sponsored by the African Agribusiness Consortium (AAC) and the Jospong Group of Companies, at the Ministry of Food and Agriculture on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, the Minister, Hon. Eric Opoku said the graduates’ expertise would play an important role in implementing the government’s Feed Ghana Agenda.
Addressing the gathering, which included officials of the Ministry, the African Agribusiness Consortium, the Jospong Group of Companies and members of the media, the Minister congratulated the graduates on successfully completing their studies and urged them to apply the knowledge and skills acquired abroad to transform Ghana’s agricultural sector.
“The successful completion of your studies is a remarkable achievement, and your return home marks the beginning of an important chapter not only in your individual careers but also in Ghana’s agricultural transformation,” the Minister said.
He noted that Ghana requires highly skilled and innovative professionals capable of applying modern agricultural science, technology and management practices to increase productivity, strengthen food systems and enhance value addition across the agricultural value chain.
The Minister reiterated that agriculture remains central to the government’s economic transformation agenda, with the Feed Ghana Agenda aimed at boosting food production, strengthening food security, creating sustainable jobs, promoting agribusiness development and reducing the country’s dependence on food imports.
He observed that Ghana possesses abundant arable land, favourable climatic conditions and enormous agricultural potential, adding that unlocking these opportunities would require skilled human resources, investment, innovation and strong partnerships.
To support the graduates’ transition into the agricultural sector, the Minister assured them that the Ministry would collaborate closely with the African Agribusiness Consortium, the Jospong Group of Companies and other stakeholders to facilitate practical opportunities for them.
He explained that, within existing government policies and programmes, the Ministry would continue to support access to agricultural opportunities, including land development initiatives, irrigation support and strategic partnerships to enable the graduates to contribute meaningfully to the implementation of the Feed Ghana Agenda.
“Our objective is simple: to ensure that the expertise you have acquired translates into increased agricultural productivity, enhanced food security, job creation and national economic growth,” he stated.
The Minister also commended the African Agribusiness Consortium and the Jospong Group of Companies for investing in Ghana’s human capital through the sponsorship of specialised agricultural education abroad.
He described the initiative as a demonstration of visionary leadership and a long-term commitment to developing the next generation of agricultural professionals capable of transforming Ghana’s food systems.
According to him, the collaboration between the private sector and agricultural development represents the type of partnership needed to accelerate sustainable growth in the country.
He therefore encouraged other private sector institutions, agribusinesses, development partners and industry players to emulate the initiative by investing in the development of young people.
Addressing the graduates directly, the Minister urged them to embrace innovation, remain committed to continuous learning and dedicate their expertise to addressing the practical challenges confronting farmers and agribusinesses across the country.
He said the future of agriculture belongs to young professionals who are innovative, technologically driven and entrepreneurial, adding that their success would inspire more young Ghanaians to pursue careers in agriculture.
The Minister assured the graduates that the Ministry’s doors remain open and expressed the government’s readiness to work with them in building a modern, productive and competitive agricultural sector.
He concluded by calling for collective efforts to build a resilient agricultural sector capable of feeding the nation, creating prosperity and securing a brighter future for generations to come.
