The Peasant Farmers Association of Ghana has warned of a possible drop in harvests this planting season, blaming delays in the release of funds for the national fertiliser subsidy programme.

The association says many farmers are unable to fully commence farming activities due to the delay, raising concerns over production levels and incomes.

President of the Peasant Farmers Association of Ghana, Douglas Annor, said the group has petitioned government for urgent intervention, warning that growers risk financial distress if subsidised inputs are not made available within weeks.

“We have formally written to the Ministry of Food and Agriculture about this critical issue, but we have not received a response,” he said.

Farmers across the country continue to grapple with high production costs, which are eroding their profit margins. Mr. Annor added that without subsidised fertiliser, many farmers are either forced to purchase inputs at high market prices or reduce their cultivated acreage.

Kwaku Ntiamoah, a farmer in Goaso, said he is considering scaling down his farm size due to the delays. He described his farmlands as “hungry” and in need of nourishment.

“Without fertiliser, the crops cannot grow well. Without good harvests, we cannot take care of our families,” he said.

Farmers in major agricultural districts report similar challenges, noting that they have not received subsidised inputs since 2025 despite expectations of improved support to the sector.

The situation has raised fears of reduced yields if the delays persist. According to sources, the Ministry of Food and Agriculture says it is unable to fully implement the programme due to delays in the release of funds.

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