The National President of the National President of Oil palm Development Association Ghana , Dr. Paul Amaning, has announced new government strategies aimed at revitalizing Ghana’s tree crop sector.
In a move hailed as a major win for palm fruit farmers and oil production companies, the government has allocated $6 million to bolster tree crop plantations across the country.
Dr. Paul Amaning is currently touring the Eastern Region, engaging with local farmers to streamline the registration process for the Oil palm Development. This membership is the primary gateway for farmers and processors to access the new government initiative, which aims to scale up production and ensure industrial growth.
”The government, in collaboration with the Oil palm Development Association Ghana , is taking a firm stand against ‘galamsey’ (illegal mining). Parliament has approved laws that strictly forbid the unlawful clearing of palm plantations. Furthermore, we are cracking down on the illegal importation and exportation of palm fruit and oils. To operate without hindrance, it is vital for all companies and farmers to join the association.”
Mr. Yaw Agyei Agyapong, who oversees Palm Plantations under the Authority, emphasized that the government’s support is structured around collective action. He warned that individual efforts might fall through the cracks of this new framework.
”This initiative is designed for associations, not individuals. If you aren’t registered within a group, you cannot benefit. We also urge farmers to protect their lands from illegal miners. The laws are now in place to fight galamsey—if you lease your land for illegal mining, you will face the full rigors of the law.”
