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Central Region Positioned as Ghana's Next Agricultural Hub
17 Oct
Summary
- Central Region produces abundant crops like maize, cassava, plantain, yam, and pineapple
- Favorable climate supports year-round agricultural activities
- Gomoa Assin Traditional Council offers 3,000 acres of land to attract investors
As of October 18th, 2025, the Central Region of Ghana is positioning itself to become the country's next agricultural powerhouse. Nana Kumasah Krampah II, the Omankrado of Gomoa Asempayin and the Amankra-Kumahene of Gomoa Assin Traditional Area, is calling on agricultural investors to take advantage of the region's vast potential.
The Central Region is known for producing substantial quantities of crops such as maize, cassava, plantain, yam, and pineapple. Additionally, the region has emerging opportunities in vegetable cultivation, including pepper, okra, eggplant, cabbage, and watermelon. The region also has a thriving livestock industry, with potential in sheep, goat, poultry, and snail farming.
According to Nana Krampah II, the region's weather conditions are highly conducive to year-round agricultural activities, with temperatures maintaining an optimal range between 24-25°C and humidity levels suitable for tropical crop production. These climatic advantages have the potential to boost agriculture, improve the economic fortunes of the people, and position the region competitively with other West African agricultural regions.
To further attract investors, the Gomoa Assin Traditional Council has set aside 3,000 acres of land and is actively wooing investors to partner with them. The region also benefits from existing agricultural infrastructure, support from international development organizations, and institutional backing from the University of Cape Coast and the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA), providing technical expertise and capacity-building frameworks for potential investors.
