Whether and how farmers incorporate the use of manure and other organic matter in their management of soils is an important aspect of technology adoption. Organic sources offer nutrients just as inorganic sources (such as chemical fertilizers) do and they are often available to farmers at lower costs than chemical fertilizers. The addition of organic […]
Economic Transformation: Ghana Case Study Findings
This case study on Economic Transformation in Ghana was presented at the "Understanding Economic Transformation in Sub-Saharan Africa" conference that was held in Accra May 10th and 11th, 2011. Key facts and findings are outlined below, and for more information, the paper and presentation can be found on the conference blog. Ghana: Key Facts and […]
Understanding Economic Transformation in Sub-Saharan Africa
Policymakers, African experts, and international researchers convened in Accra on May 10th and 11th to discuss important opportunities and challenges related to economic development, urbanization, and industrialization on the continent. The conference, “Understanding Economic Transformation in Sub-Saharan Africa,” was jointly organized by the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) and the University of Ghana. Although […]
Cropping Practices and Labor Requirements in Field Operations for Major Crops in Ghana
The Ghana Strategy Support Program has released a new working paper that examines the labor requirements associated with different cropping systems in Ghana in order to guide the prioritization of investments in mechanization in the country. In response to apparent unavailability and cost of labor, farmers are increasingly demanding mechanical traction for land preparation in […]
Irrigation Development in Ghana: Past Experiences, Emerging Opportunities, and Future Directions
The Ghana Strategy Support Program has released a new working paper that discusses irrigation development in Ghana and identifies ways to strengthen the country's irrigated agricultural sector. Agriculture has a central socioeconomic position in Ghana. This sector accounts for about 65 percent of the work force, about 40 percent of the gross domestic product, and […]
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