Dr. Bawumia Has Vowed To Restore Fertilizer Subsidies

According to a report by GHOne TV today being Friday, November 13, 2026, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) flagbearer and former Vice President of Ghana, has promised to reintroduce fertiliser subsidies and strengthen local rice production as part of his proposed plans to transform the country’s agricultural sector.

Bawumia explained that restoring fertiliser subsidies would provide much-needed relief to farmers who continue to face increasing production costs. He believes that making fertilisers more affordable would enable farmers to cultivate larger portions of land, improve crop yields and increase the overall output of the agricultural industry.

He stressed that agriculture remains a critical part of Ghana’s economy and requires policies that directly address the difficulties experienced by people engaged in farming. According to him, providing farmers with essential agricultural inputs at affordable prices would encourage increased production and make farming more financially sustainable.

Beyond the proposed restoration of fertiliser subsidies, the former Vice President also highlighted the importance of expanding Ghana’s local rice production capacity. He believes the country must strengthen its domestic agricultural industry to reduce its heavy reliance on imported rice and improve its ability to meet local demand.

Bawumia’s proposed strategy is aimed at creating better conditions for local rice farmers, supporting agricultural businesses and encouraging investments in food production. He also believes that increased domestic rice production could create employment opportunities and contribute to economic growth.

The NPP flagbearer maintained that Ghana has the potential to produce more of the food consumed by its population if the right policies and support systems are introduced.

His pledge to restore fertiliser subsidies and promote local rice production reflects his broader ambition to improve agricultural productivity, strengthen food security and reduce the country’s dependence on imported food products.

The proposals are expected to form part of the agricultural policies he intends to pursue as he outlines his vision for Ghana’s economic development.

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