Kwamigah-Atokple (R) among his partners
The Council of State member representing the Volta Region, Gabriel Tanko Kwamigah-Atokple, has announced plans to establish sugar processing factories and rice milling machines in the region to boost local agriculture and create jobs for the youth.
In a statement on his official Facebook page after a tour of several agriculturally rich communities in the Volta Region, Kwamigah-Atokple said the initiative is part of a broader effort to unlock investment opportunities that directly benefit the people.
The tour covered communities such as Weta, Afife, Avalavi, Atiteti, and other surrounding areas known for large-scale rice and sugarcane production.
“As a successful rice farmer myself, and now as a representative of the people on the Council of State, my duty is not just to advise the President but to also identify and support investments that bring real change to our communities,” he stated.
He noted that although these communities are rich in arable land and hardworking farmers, they continue to face critical post-harvest challenges due to the absence of modern equipment and agro-processing facilities.
To address these challenges, Kwamigah-Atokple said he and his investment partners are working to introduce modern rice milling machines, sugarcane processing factories, and the Kasette Phattana brand of combine harvesters to improve efficiency, reduce post-harvest losses, and cut down Ghana’s dependency on agricultural imports.
Additionally, he hinted at plans to explore the expansion of fish farming in the region as part of a holistic agricultural development strategy.
“With the right support, we can not only improve efficiency and reduce waste but also create sustainable jobs for our youth,” he emphasized. “Agriculture remains a vital part of our economy, and by investing strategically, we can turn it into a powerful engine of growth for Volta and beyond.”
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