Ghana’s leading tropical fruits, mango, pineapple, coconut, papaya and banana continue to attract strong demand in high-value international markets including Belgium, the United States and the United Kingdom.
Sector experts attribute the rising export interest to the country’s favourable climatic conditions, premium fruit varieties, internationally certified production standards, reliable supply chains, and a skilled, youthful agricultural workforce supported by an enabling policy environment.
Dr. Solomon Gyan-Ansah, Director of the Crop Services Directorate at the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, said Ghana stands to make significant gains from the expanding global appetite for dried and processed fruits, particularly in Europe and North America.
His remarks were delivered on his behalf at a sector workshop on “Export Demand for Processed Fruits & Raw Material Supply.”
The Ministry of Food and Agriculture commended private partners who have adopted sustainable production models and inclusive approaches that align with Ghana’s broader development priorities.
Madam Femke Dekker, CBI Programme Manager, said the Ghana Dried Fruits Project is designed to support long-term, sustainable growth in the country’s processed fruits and vegetables sector, with special emphasis on dried fruits.
She stressed the importance of keeping the sector attractive for the next generation of farmers and processors.
“By bringing key actors together, we aim to cultivate a vibrant and inclusive value chain that meets buyer expectations and strengthens Ghana’s connection to international markets,” she said.
Mrs. Sheila Assibey-Yeboah, Managing Partner of Knox Consulting Limited and National Coordinator of the CBI Dried Fruits Project, described the workshop as a major step toward positioning Ghana as a dependable supplier of high-quality raw materials that meet EU and global standards.
She said empowering local enterprises to scale up in the export market would improve collaboration, open opportunities for young people, and promote women’s leadership in the value chain.
Mr. Raymond Rashid Kramer, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of GEPA, revealed that the Authority has begun implementing the Ghana Trade House initiative, which is establishing physical trade outlets abroad to promote processed Ghanaian products.
The initiative aims to improve market access, enhance product visibility, and support the expansion of non-traditional exports.
He said GEPA’s interventions were part of broader efforts to boost economic integration and strengthen the global presence of Made-in-Ghana goods.
The workshop also hosted Ghanaian delegates who participated in the Anuga 2025 Conference in Germany, offering them an opportunity to share insights and lessons with actors across the country’s fruit value chain.
