With climate change posing an existential threat to the world’s food security, Ghana has adopted a policy of promoting climate-resilient agriculture at the 40th National Farmers Day Celebration.
The Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) confirms that climate change has a direct impact on food production. Drastic changes in temperature and changes in rainfall patterns among others negatively impact crop yields. The World Bank further corroborates that global food insecurity is already rising due to climate change influencing weather patterns, causing heat waves, heavy rainfall, dry spells, etc.
It further estimates that about 80% of the world’s population is at risk of hunger and crop failures due to climate change. These vulnerable populations, the World Bank reveals are found in Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, and Southeast Asia. Given the threat, many countries have deepened advocacy and investments to ensure sustainable agriculture.

As part of Ghana’s efforts, this year’s National Farmers’ Day celebration is dedicated to highlighting the challenges climate change poses to agriculture and addressing them.
The 40th edition which is under the theme “Building Climate-Resilient Agriculture for Sustainable Food Security” will encourage the adoption of sustainable farming practices to safeguard food security.
“Given the urgency of addressing climate change, the focus on building climate-resilient agriculture is crucial for ensuring food security and sustainability in Ghana,” the Ministry of Agriculture indicated in a statement.
If further emphasised that, “the National Farmers’ Day celebration will serve as a vital platform for promoting dialogue and innovation, encouraging farmers and stakeholders to adapt to environmental changes and adopt best practices in agriculture.”
The grand celebration, which will be held on November 8, 2024, in the Greater Accra Region, will witness the prestigious National Farmers’ Day awards ceremony. H.E. Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, President of Ghana, will honor the nation’s best farmers across 16 award categories, including the Overall National Best Farmer, National Best Livestock Farmer, National Best Female Farmer, and National Best Physically Challenged Farmer.
These awards are a testament to the invaluable role farmers play in the nation’s development.