President Mahama Reveals That Bechem Is Set To Become Ghana’s Chicken Capital

According to a report by Citi FM today being Saturday, October 10, 2026, President John Dramani Mahama has predicted that Bechem, located in the Ahafo Region, could become Ghana’s leading centre for chicken production and processing when its poultry and meat processing factory begins operations.

The President’s projection reflects the potential of the facility to transform the local poultry industry and create new economic opportunities for residents and businesses in the area.

Mahama believes the factory could position Bechem as an important destination for poultry production, processing and distribution. If the facility operates effectively, it could provide a market for locally raised chickens and encourage more farmers to invest in poultry farming.

The development could also support the government’s broader efforts to strengthen domestic agricultural production and reduce Ghana’s dependence on imported poultry products.

Increasing local production and processing capacity could help make locally produced chicken more competitive, although this would depend on production costs, supply levels and market demand.

The poultry industry has the potential to create employment at several stages of the value chain, including farming, transportation, processing, packaging and distribution. The operation of the Bechem factory could therefore provide opportunities for people with different skills and business interests.

Poultry farmers in the surrounding communities could also benefit if the factory creates a reliable market for their products. Such an arrangement could encourage increased production and help farmers plan their operations with greater confidence.

Beyond poultry farming, the facility could stimulate other economic activities in Bechem and neighbouring communities. Businesses supplying feed, equipment, veterinary services and transportation could experience increased demand as the industry expands.

However, the realisation of Mahama’s vision will depend on the factory becoming fully operational and maintaining efficient production. Access to affordable poultry feed, reliable energy, adequate financing and consistent supplies of birds will be important to its success.

The facility will also need to meet relevant food safety and quality standards while producing chicken at prices consumers can afford.

Mahama’s projection places Bechem at the centre of expectations for growth in Ghana’s poultry sector. If the factory achieves its intended objectives and local producers can supply sufficient quantities of poultry, the town could develop into a major hub for the industry.