The Ghana–Nebraska Agribusiness Growth and Trade Relations Chamber (GNEBCham), in partnership with Ecosyntra, a global consulting firm, is set to host the maiden edition of the Ghana–Nebraska AgriWater Summit (GHASKA 2025) in Lincoln, Nebraska, U.S.A., from October 25 to 30, 2025.
The Ghana–Nebraska AgriWater Summit 2025 event forms part of a series of sector-focused business and investment matchmaking initiatives designed to strengthen and expand trade and agribusiness relations between Ghana and Nebraska.
Through strategic business-to-business engagements, GNEBCham and Ecosyntra aim to promote partnerships that are impactful, transparent, and mutually beneficial, fostering sustainable agricultural cooperation across continents.
To be held Under the theme “Cultivating Solutions Across Continents,” GHASKA 2025 seeks to deepen agricultural ties and drive sustainable growth between Ghana and Nebraska. The summit will convene key government officials, agribusiness leaders, and value chain stakeholders from both regions, particularly within irrigation, technology, and agricultural innovation sectors.
Participants will engage in a wide range of interactive sessions and hands-on experiences, including field tours and demonstrations, a Water and Harvest Field Tour, and an Innovation Breakout Tour highlighting modern farming and agribusiness technologies.
The summit will also feature networking and engagement sessions, providing opportunities for partnership development and trade exploration. Key discussions will focus on agricultural innovation, public–private partnerships, irrigation and energy infrastructure, and higher education collaboration, all aimed at promoting research, knowledge exchange, and technology transfer between Ghana and Nebraska.
A delegation of over 15 Ghanaian representatives will participate in the Ghana–Nebraska AgriWater Summit 2025. The team will be led by Hon. John Dumelo, Deputy Minister for Food and Agriculture, and Dr. Peter Boamah Otokunor, Director of Presidential Initiatives on Agriculture and Agribusiness.
Their participation underscores Ghana’s commitment to transforming its agricultural sector by learning from Nebraska’s expertise in irrigation systems, modern farming technologies, and agribusiness development.
Speaking ahead of the event, Hon. John Dumelo reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to advancing Ghana’s agricultural modernization agenda.
“The Ghana–Nebraska AgriWater Summit 2025 presents a remarkable opportunity to strengthen our agricultural foundation through innovation and partnership. Ghana stands ready to learn, share, and implement sustainable irrigation and agribusiness solutions. The Ministry of Food and Agriculture will continue to support initiatives that connect Ghanaian farmers and entrepreneurs to international opportunities, enhance technology adoption, and promote value addition across our agricultural value chain,” he said.
Dr. Peter Boamah Otokunor also emphasized the summit’s strategic role in Ghana’s agricultural transformation.
“This partnership with Nebraska is about learning, sharing ideas, and developing lasting solutions. We are focused on turning the lessons from GHASKA 2025 into real progress that supports our farmers and strengthens food security,” he stated.
Over the past two years, Ghana–Nebraska relations have deepened through trade missions, agricultural visits, and academic collaborations. GNEBCham has led more than 50 Ghanaian agribusiness participants to Nebraska’s Husker Harvest Days, exploring partnership and investment opportunities. These exchanges have resulted in new trade deals, including the importation of poultry, livestock, and farm inputs to Ghana, and the export of agro-processed products to Nebraska.
Additionally, GNEBCham has collaborated with the University of Nebraska to develop a four-year agriculture degree program and design affordable, small-scale farm machinery suitable for Ghana’s smallholder farmers.
Ms. Alberta Nana Akyaa Akosa, Co-founder of GNEBCham, described the upcoming summit as a turning point in Ghana–Nebraska relations:
“GHASKA 2025 is not just an event; it’s a platform for action and opportunity. We aim to build stronger business ties, encourage innovation, and create lasting change for farmers and agribusinesses in both Ghana and Nebraska,” she said.
Former Nebraska State Senator and GNEBCham Co-founder, Senator Ken Schilz, also highlighted the summit’s broader impact:
“Our goal has always been to build a strong and lasting bridge between the agricultural communities of Ghana and Nebraska. GHASKA 2025 will strengthen that connection and show what can be achieved when we share ideas and work together toward progress,” he stated.
About The Ghana–Nebraska Agribusiness Growth and Trade Relations Chamber GNEBCham
The Ghana–Nebraska Agribusiness Growth and Trade Relations Chamber (GNEBCham) serves as the international representative arm of selected Nebraska senators, farmers, agribusinesses, and subsidiaries voluntarily collaborating with Ghanaian partners.
With a growing membership of over 100 companies, GNEBCham remains committed to enhancing agribusiness trade relations, improving agricultural infrastructure, and driving sustainable economic growth between Ghana and Nebraska.
