World Vision, have organized an Agricultural Market Linkage Fair in the Binduri District of the Upper East Region. This initiative aimed to address the lack of networks among farmers, agro-input dealers, extension service providers, researchers, and financial institutions, which has been adversely affecting the agricultural value chain functionality in the district.
The Agricultural Market Linkage Fair, organized for the second time under the auspices of the Farmer Managed Nationals Regeneration for Positive Land Utilization Systems (FMNR PLUS) Project, funded by the Knauer family with technical support from World Vision Germany, brought together over 450 smallholder farmers, agricultural cooperatives, input dealers, extension officers, tractor service providers, and research institutions. The fair provided a platform for stakeholders to share experiences, discuss ways to improve agricultural market systems, and facilitate business transactions.
Edward Anaba Akunyagra, the FMNR PLUS project manager, highlighted the significance of bridging the gap in agricultural networks to improve access to critical services, enhance crop production, and access improved markets, ultimately reducing poverty and household food and nutrition insecurity in the district.
The fair’s impact was evident as some business deals were sealed, contacts were exchanged for future collaborations, and discussions centered on accessing services and products efficiently. Smallholder women farmers like Poanab Atinbun Mumuni emphasized the importance of timely access to inputs and services in increasing crop yield, food security, and income for farmers.
Ayinga Abagre Yakubu, the District Chief Executive (DCE) for Binduri District, commended World Vision Ghana for its role as a reliable development partner and urged stakeholders to leverage the organization’s interventions to improve their livelihoods.
World Vision Ghana’s interventions, including the Savings for Transformation (S4T) program providing financial services to farmers, establishment of school eco-clubs to promote environmental consciousness, and support for dry season farming, have significantly contributed to improving the lives, livelihoods, income, and food security of farmers in the district.
At the sidelines of the event, World Vision Ghana donated pumping machines and accessories to support communities engaged in dry season gardening, promoting environmental stewardship among youngsters. The organization’s holistic approach to social interventions underscores its commitment to transforming the lives of the most vulnerable children and their families while fostering sustainable development in the Binduri District and beyond.
