Ghana has applauded Burkina Faso’s decision to abolish its ban on fresh tomato exports, which is anticipated to reduce supply constraints and stabilise regional markets.
On March 19, the Bukinabé government announced a restriction on tomato exports from Burkina Faso, which exacerbates Ghana’s supply problems.
The Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry stated, “This development is a positive outcome of ongoing bilateral engagements between Ghana and Burkina Faso.”
In a statement released on April 2, 2026, the ministry emphasised that the elimination of trade restrictions was a direct result of one of five important talks between Trade Minister Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare and her Burkinabe counterparts on the fringes of the WTO MC14 in Yaoundé, Cameroon.
The Ministry reassured the public that it would keep working with local stakeholders and Burkinabe authorities to ensure a smooth and advantageous trading environment.
Additionally, efforts are being stepped up to improve Ghana’s native tomato value chain. The goals of programs like Feed the Industry and Feed Ghana are to increase regional output, raise yields, and guarantee a steady supply of tomatoes.
To enhance year-round production and promote backward integration with processors, targeted interventions are in place, such as irrigation projects and the distribution of suitable sites for large-scale agriculture.
The Ministry urged tomato dealers and business associates to support government initiatives aimed at safeguarding domestic processors and consumers.
The government of Ghana stressed that these actions are a part of a larger plan to protect regional businesses and advance sustainable agricultural growth.
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Source: newsthemegh.com