Innovative Aquaponics Technology Promises to Transform Ghanaian Agriculture
- Info Radio Reports
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The Center for Indigenous Knowledge and Organizational Development (CIKOD), a Ghanaian NGO based in Wa has partnered with Green Fresh Aquaponics, a Netherlands-based organization, to introduce cutting-edge aquaponics technology aimed at revolutionizing agriculture in Ghana. The initiative seeks to empower local farmers by leveraging a sustainable method that maximizes yield while conserving scarce resources.
During a stakeholder dialogue on governance and food systems held in Wa,
Mr. Denis Banuoku, CEO of Green Fresh Aquaponics speaking to Info Radio highlighted the significant potential of the technology. "Aquaponics offers enormous opportunities, especially for small-scale farmers. It utilizes limited space and water but delivers exceptionally high yields," he stated.
Mr. Banuoku emphasized that the facilities required for aquaponics can be constructed using locally sourced materials, making the technology affordable and accessible to Ghanaian farmers. He also noted that a variety of crops, particularly vegetables, can be cultivated effectively through this integrated system, which combines fish farming with plant cultivation.
The event's keynote speaker, Professor Hamidatu Darimani, underscored the importance of agriculture in national sovereignty and independence. "Agriculture must be viewed as a strategic sector that determines a people's autonomy.
We should focus on empowering farmers to create wealth locally through efficient and innovative production methods," she asserted.
Meanwhile, Daniel Banuoku, Deputy Executive Director of CIKOD, stressed that achieving food security requires localized decision-making. "Districts need to adopt strategies tailored towards ensuring food security.
Currently, studies are underway to identify the most suitable location within the Upper West Region for a pilot aquaponics project," he explained.
As Ghana explores sustainable solutions to boost its agricultural sector, the partnership between CIKOD and Green Fresh Aquaponics marks a promising step toward innovative, resource-efficient farming that could transform the livelihoods of countless farmers across Ghana.