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As part of the ongoing 8th Agricultural Students’ Career Guidance and Mentorship Bootcamp (AG-STUD), organized by Agrihouse Foundation, participating students had the rare opportunity to interact with renowned UTV journalist and host of the Ayekoo Show, Mr. Anim Addo, in a special field session held on a farmland in Dzorwulu, Accra, on Monday, May 5, 2025.
The interactive dialogue, conducted right on the field to create a practical learning environment, centered largely around climate change and its far-reaching implications on agriculture in Ghana.
The students, who came from various agricultural institutions across the country, asked thought-provoking questions, demonstrating their growing awareness of environmental issues and their impact on farming.
One of the most striking questions came from Hamid Muhammed Shaban, a student from Bunso Cocoa College, who asked:
“I believe climate change can have dire consequences on the production of food. What can we, as agriculture students, do to fight it?”
In response, Mr. Anim Addo,pointed out that Ghana’s increasing vulnerability to climate change had already begun to disrupt local food systems.
“Because of climate change, Ghana had to import food from other countries last year,” he revealed.
“Our rainfall patterns are no longer predictable, and droughts are becoming more intense. This is affecting crop yields and livestock production significantly.”
Mr. Addo went on to share a heartbreaking real-life story that left the students stunned and reflective. He recounted the case of a cocoa farmer who tragically took his own life after illegal miners invaded and destroyed his farmland.
“This is the reality of what we’re facing,” he said solemnly.
“Beyond climate change, issues like illegal mining are compounding the threats to our agricultural lands. Farmers are losing hope, and if we don’t act now, our generation will suffer the consequences.”
Throughout the session, Mr. Addo emphasized the need for young people, especially those pursuing careers in agriculture, to become advocates for environmental protection and responsible land use.
He urged the students to use their voices and platforms to educate their communities and to hold leaders accountable for policies that affect the sustainability of Ghana’s agricultural sector.
To encourage their media engagement, Mr. Addo offered a generous opportunity to the aspiring agripreneurs:
“If any of you decide to start your own farm, reach out to me. I will personally ensure that we cover your story and air it to inspire others. Agriculture must be made attractive and the media can help us do that.”he said
The students expressed deep appreciation for the candid session and the wisdom shared by the experienced journalist. It was a rare moment of practical mentorship that blended media, climate advocacy, and agricultural development.
Agrihouse Foundation’s 8th AG-STUD Bootcamp continues this week with more experiential learning sessions aimed at building the next generation of confident, ethical, and business-minded agripreneurs.
