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Ghana Boosts Climate-Smart Agriculture Capacity Through National Training on Super Pollutants

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  Key participants were scientists, researchers, and policy stakeholders from the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Akenten Appiah Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED), Ministry of Food and Agriculture Crops Directorate, and the Animal Production Division of MOFA. Ghana Boosts Climate-Smart Agriculture Capacity Through National Training on Super Pollutants Share this article: 📲 WhatsApp | 📘 Facebook | 🐦 Twitter | 💼 LinkedIn | ✉️ Email Fumesua, Ashanti Region — July 2025 In a decisive step toward climate-resilient agriculture, the Agroecology and Circular Economy for Ecosystem Services (ACE4ES) Consortium, in partnership with the Africa Rice Center (AfricaRice – CGIAR), has successfully held a national training workshop focused on the measurement of Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (SLCPs) and agricultural greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The...

Top 8 Most Nutritious Maize🌽 Varieties in Ghana: Nutritious, Delicious & Consumer-Approved

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  Top 8 Most Nutritious Maize 🌽  Varieties in Ghana : Nutritious, Delicious & Consumer-Approved  📌 Written by Emmanuel Appiah, an  agricultural researcher passionate about crop diversity and food security in Ghana. Date: August 31, 2025 Share this article: 📲 WhatsApp  |  📘 Facebook  |  🐦 Twitter  |  💼 LinkedIn  |  ✉️ Email A showcase of Ghana’s diverse maize varieties—from Obatanpa and Omankwa to  Abontem ,  Honampa,  Ahoɔfe, Opeaburo, Kunjor Wari, and Nkwagye. Each variety tells a story of resilience, nutrition, and food security, making maize the true heartbeat of Ghanaian agriculture Maize 🌽 Maize, locally known as aburo in Ghana, is one of the most important staple crops that feeds  millions of households. From kenkey , banku , and tuo zaafi to roasted maize sold by the roadside, it is central to Ghanaian cuisine. Beyond its role in food production, maize makes a significant contribu...

Inside AgroNova 2025: How AAMUSTED is Redefining Innovation for the Next Generation

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Inside AgroNova 2025: How AAMUSTED is Redefining Innovation for the Next Generation By Emmanuel Appiah – AgronomyHub | Exploring innovation and sustainability in agriculture. Date: August 29, 2025 Share this article: 📲 WhatsApp  |  📘 Facebook  |  🐦 Twitter  |  💼 LinkedIn  |  ✉️ Email Introduction  Agriculture remains the backbone of Ghana’s economy, employing millions and contributing significantly to GDP. However, the future of farming in the country depends on innovation and sustainability. This year, the Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED), Faculty of Agriculture Education, hosted AgroNova 2025—a groundbreaking event dedicated to modern farming technologies, research breakthroughs, and sustainable practices. The program brought together students, lecturers, policymakers, agribusiness leaders, and farmers to explore solutions that address Ghana’s food security and economic growth...

AgroNova 2025: A Call to Innovate, Inspire, and Invest in the Future of Agriculture

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AgroNova 2025: A Call to Innovate, Inspire, and Invest in the Future of Agriculture 📍 Venue: New Lecture Block (NLB), AAMUSTED, Mampong 📅 Date: Thursday, 21st August 2025  🎓 Organized by: Faculty of Agriculture Education, AAMUSTED – Mampong Campus The Faculty of Agriculture Education at Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED), Mampong Campus, is proud to present AgroNova 2025 —a dynamic Agricultural Innovation Symposium and Exhibition. With the theme “Innovation, Sustainability & Technology in Agriculture,” this exciting event will highlight the talents of students across four departments: Crop and Soil Sciences Education Animal Science Education Agricultural Economics and Extension Education Agricultural Mechanization and Engineering Education 🎯 What to Expect at AgroNova 2025 AgroNova isn’t just a student fair—it’s a platform that connects education, innovation, and the agribusiness ind...