The Food and Beverages Association of Ghana (FABAG) has warned the Ministry of Food and Agriculture to act quickly to fix the tomato shortage. This follows a supply crisis caused by Burkina Faso’s ban on tomato exports. FABAG says Ghana should be able to grow tomatoes within 60 to 90 days under proper conditions. The group described the situation as a sign of weak planning and poor agricultural policies. It stressed that Ghana has enough land, farmers, and resources to produce its own tomatoes.
According to FABAG, depending on imports for such a basic food item is a national security risk. The association is calling for urgent measures like irrigation support, seed distribution, and youth involvement. It also wants the country to achieve tomato self-sufficiency within one year.
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