He noted that Ghana consumes nearly 400,000 metric tonnes of poultry annually, presenting a significant market opportunity while helping to reduce the country’s poultry import bill. Beyond poultry production, the government is also piloting agricultural projects at Darko Farms and Aglow Farm, which currently employ about 200 workers per production cycle. Meanwhile, under the 'Nkoko Nkitinkiti' project, the government is targeting the production of 18 million birds this year. Introduced by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government in 2025, the programme seeks to revitalise poultry production nationwide, reduce dependence on imports, strengthen food security, and create jobs. The initiative aims to empower 55,000 households to engage in egg and poultry production, thereby supporting livelihoods and boosting the national economy.

Source: GhanaWeb January 30, 2026 20:06 UTC