Presidency launches national training roadmap for youth in poultry and livestock farming

The Office of the President, in collaboration with Feedico and other key stakeholders, has officially launched a comprehensive training roadmap aimed at equipping young Ghanaians with practical skills in poultry and livestock farming.
The launch event took place today at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research – Animal Research Institute (CSIR-ARI) in Adenta.
The nationwide training programme, which will run from July 28, 2025, to December 2026, is part of a strategic effort to empower the youth, create sustainable employment, and enhance food security.
The initiative will span all 16 regions of the country and will be delivered in languages most familiar to trainees to maximise understanding and impact.
Key partners in the initiative include Feedico, Birsen Kimya, and the CSIR-Animal Research Institute.
In her welcome address, Dr. E.D.O. Ansa, Director of the Animal Research Institute, expressed confidence in the Institute’s capacity to address the pressing challenges faced by young poultry and livestock farmers in Ghana.
“We are ready and equipped to provide scientific support and practical solutions that will transform youth-led agriculture in this country,” she said.
Delivering the keynote address on behalf of the Office of the President, Dr Peter Boamah Otukunor, Director for the Presidential Initiative on Agriculture and Agribusiness, emphasised the transformative potential of the programme.
“This initiative is not just about skills development; it’s about economic empowerment and national development,” he noted. “By training our youth in poultry and livestock farming, we are creating opportunities for self-employment and building the capacity to feed our nation.”
The training programme is expected to benefit thousands of young people across Ghana, positioning them to take advantage of opportunities in the agricultural value chain while contributing to national food security and rural economic growth.
Source: Classfmonline.com/Havilah Kekeli
Trending Business
Agric Minister launches major irrigation rehabilitation project at Ashaiman
16:27NPA launches steering committee to drive 24-hour economy in petroleum sector
13:06DVLA to launch foundation to support drivers across Ghana
14:22NDC gov't successfully recapitalises National Investment Bank
12:09E/R: Lotus Mining Group denies illegal mining allegations, reaffirms commitment to community development
10:49NPA dismisses reports of aviation fuel shortage, assures adequate supply
03:36Primary surplus rises to 11.1% of GDP, signalling economic stability - Ato Forson
15:13Buffers needed to cushion us against fiscal and external shocks -Ato Forson
14:48Ato Forson: We inherited a bleeding energy sector with annual shortfalls over $1.5bn
14:40Energy Ministry dismisses reports of aviation fuel shortage, assures steady supply
14:30