{"id":256590,"date":"2024-11-27T16:01:47","date_gmt":"2024-11-27T16:01:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2024\/11\/27\/cocobod-adopts-soilless-technology-trains-technical-staff-nationwide\/"},"modified":"2024-11-27T16:01:47","modified_gmt":"2024-11-27T16:01:47","slug":"cocobod-adopts-soilless-technology-trains-technical-staff-nationwide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2024\/11\/27\/cocobod-adopts-soilless-technology-trains-technical-staff-nationwide\/","title":{"rendered":"Cocobod adopts soilless technology, trains technical staff nationwide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p class=\"article-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ghanaweb.com\/imagelib\/pics\/176\/17658713.295.jpg\" alt=\"Some persons who were at the training\" title=\"Some persons who were at the training\" width=\"295\" height=\"196\" \/> <span class=\"image_caption\"><span>Some persons who were at the training<\/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\">The Ghana Cocoa Board (Cocobod) has transitioned from using topsoil to a new soilless medium for raising cocoa seedlings, a move set to revolutionize cocoa cultivation in Ghana.<\/p>\n<p>The innovative medium, Miracle-Gro Potting Mix, developed by Ghanaian agricultural technology firm Chrysfibre in partnership with Admus Logistics, is composed of coconut fibre and other organic materials fortified with nutrients. The substance is expected to replace topsoil across Cocobod\u2019s Seed Production Centres, offering optimal conditions for cocoa seedling growth, enhanced yields and faster maturation.<\/p>\n<p>The medium boasts high moisture retention, proper aeration and improved seedling survival rates. Additionally, it will be used with recyclable receptacles, replacing the single-use polythene bags previously employed.<\/p>\n<p><b> Sustainability and Innovation<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Cocobod officials believe the soilless technology has the potential to mitigate environmental degradation caused by illegal mining and topsoil extraction, ensuring more sustainable agricultural practices.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking at a training session held at Akyem-Tafo in the Eastern Region, Deputy Executive Director of Cocobod\u2019s Seed Production Division, Dr. Alfred Arthur, expressed confidence in the new medium.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis soilless medium, made from coconut fibre and fortified with slow-release fertilizer, is lighter, environmentally friendly, and reusable. It improves root architecture, enhances leaf quality, and supports seedlings\u2019 transport over long distances,\u201d Dr. Arthur explained.<\/p>\n<p>He emphasized that the transition aligns with Cocobod\u2019s commitment to sustainable cocoa production and improving the livelihoods of farmers.<\/p>\n<p><b> Nationwide Training<\/b><\/p>\n<p>To ensure a seamless rollout, Cocobod has organized training for all regional managers, cocoa station officers, and technical officers. Participants were introduced to the properties of the soilless medium and its application in the field.<\/p>\n<p>Evans Eshun, Administrative Officer of Chrysfibre Limited, highlighted the importance of the training.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe aim to equip field officers with the knowledge and skills to effectively use the medium. This will enable them to train their colleagues and maximize the benefits of this innovation,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n<p><b> Hands-On Field Training<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The training concluded with a practical session led by Michael Obeng Opoku, the Oyoko Cocoa Station Officer. He detailed the steps for preparing and using the medium: filling 30 receptacles with 25 kilograms of the Miracle-Gro Potting Mix, planting seeds horizontally, applying four grams of slow-release fertilizer per receptacle, and watering.<\/p>\n<p>Opoku noted that the new method significantly reduces land degradation.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cTopsoil extraction for seedling production contributes to severe land degradation. This alternative offers a sustainable solution,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p><b>Proven Efficacy<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The Cocoa Research Institute of Ghana (CRIG) certified Miracle-Gro Potting Mix in 2019, endorsing its suitability for cocoa seedling production. Researchers have confirmed the product\u2019s ability to nourish plants continuously for up to six months, further validating its effectiveness.<\/p>\n<p>As Ghana seeks to maintain its position as a global leader in cocoa production, Cocobod\u2019s adoption of soilless technology represents a significant step toward sustainability and innovation in the sector.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Some persons who were at the training The Ghana Cocoa Board (Cocobod) has transitioned from using topsoil to a new soilless medium for raising cocoa seedlings, a move set to revolutionize cocoa cultivation in Ghana. 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