{"id":243793,"date":"2024-11-01T11:53:57","date_gmt":"2024-11-01T11:53:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2024\/11\/01\/adb-announces-gh%c2%a21m-cash-award-for-national-best-farmer\/"},"modified":"2024-11-01T11:53:57","modified_gmt":"2024-11-01T11:53:57","slug":"adb-announces-gh%c2%a21m-cash-award-for-national-best-farmer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2024\/11\/01\/adb-announces-gh%c2%a21m-cash-award-for-national-best-farmer\/","title":{"rendered":"ADB announces GH\u00a21m cash award for national best farmer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p class=\"article-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ghanaweb.com\/imagelib\/pics\/887\/88732136.295.jpg\" alt=\"The National Farmers' Day recognises the exceptional contributions made by farmers and fisherfolk\" title=\"The National Farmers' Day recognises the exceptional contributions made by farmers and fisherfolk\" width=\"295\" height=\"144\" \/> <span class=\"image_caption\"><span>The National Farmers&#8217; Day recognises the exceptional contributions made by farmers and fisherfolk<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"-webkit-user-select: none; -webkit-touch-callout: none; -moz-user-select: none; -ms-user-select: none; user-select: none;\">\n<p id=\"article-123\">In a significant announcement, Madam Eno Ofori-Atta, the Deputy Managing Director of Agricultural Development Bank PLC (ADB), unveiled a GH\u00a21 million cash prize for the overall National Best Farmer during the upcoming 40th National Farmers\u2019 Day Celebration.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking at an event attended by government officials, former National Best Farmers, and industry stakeholders, the DMD expressed ADB\u2019s commitment to sponsoring the prestigious celebration. <\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs Farmers Bank, ADB considers it a great privilege to be the lead sponsor for the 2024 National Farmers\u2019 Day Celebration,\u201d she stated.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to the cash prize, ADB\u2019s sponsorship will include a Welcome Cocktail and a Farmers\u2019 Forum for award winners, reflecting the bank\u2019s ongoing efforts to honour and support those enhancing food security in the nation. <\/p>\n<p>These initiatives will provide essential platforms for farmers, fishers, and agricultural experts to share ideas and strategies for transitioning to smart agriculture.<\/p>\n<p>The DMD also stressed the importance of adaptation and innovation in the agricultural sector, especially in response to climate change. <\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe look forward to providing the pledged amount to the 2024 National Best Farmer for investments in technologies that enhance productivity and promote resilience against climate-related risks,\u201d she noted.<\/p>\n<p>On behalf of the Sector Minister, Deputy Minister for Food and Agriculture, Hon. Yaw Frempong Addo, expressed gratitude to ADB for its long-standing sponsorship of the overall National Best Farmer category for over 39 years. <\/p>\n<p>He encouraged the bank to continue leading the agricultural financing sector and urged support for PFJ 2.0, particularly the input credit system, which is vital for agricultural development in Ghana.<\/p>\n<p>As National Farmers\u2019 Day approaches, anticipation grows for the recognition of the exceptional contributions made by farmers and fishers, who are critical to the nation\u2019s economy and food security. <\/p>\n<p>The event serves not only as a celebration but also as a reminder of the ongoing need for support and innovation within the agricultural sector.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The National Farmers&#8217; Day recognises the exceptional contributions made by farmers and fisherfolk In a significant announcement, Madam Eno Ofori-Atta, the Deputy Managing Director of Agricultural Development Bank PLC (ADB), unveiled a GH\u00a21 million cash prize for the overall National Best Farmer during the upcoming 40th National Farmers\u2019 Day Celebration. 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