BY: Evans Akangla | Voltaonlinegh.com |
In a remarkable celebration of the 39th Farmers’ Day on December 1, Mama Wosife V, the Queen Mother of Lotsukorfe near Agortime Wodome in the Agortime Ziope District, has been honoured as the overall best farmer for 2023.
Agricultural Extension Officers in the district revealed that Mama Wosife has dedicated 16 years to farming in the Akpokorfe community. Her outstanding commitment is evident in her cultivation of 30 acres of Maize, 7 acres of Tomatoes, 3 acres of Okro and Cassava, 1.5 acres of Yam, 2 acres of Pepper, and 5 acres of Sweet Potato. Additionally, the Queen tends to 25 Goats, 6 sheep, and 42 fowls on her farmland, where she resides with her two children.
For her exceptional efforts, Mama Wosife received a bounty of prizes, including a 43-inch Television Set, 4 Spraying Machines, 8 cutlasses, 4 Wellington boots, and 10 Weedicides. She also earned a double bed mattress with 2 pillows, securing her position as the overall best farmer in the district.
The Agortime Ziope District acknowledged a total of seven farmers and officers for their outstanding contributions. Mr. Yao Keteku from Sileandre was named the best youth farmer, Mr. Midao Ekpo from Wuvi received recognition as the best Extension collaborator, and Mr. Ahiale Kwadzo Believer emerged as the most enterprising farmer. The title of overall best animal farmer was bestowed upon Mr. David Dogbe Kwashie.
Other awardees include, Madam Beatrice De-Gualle from Tsavanye – overall best crop farmer, and Mr. Stanley Dagadu – Best Agricultural Extension Agent in the district. Both received a 32-inch TV set and essential farming inputs, including Spraying Machines, Cutlasses, Wellington boots, and Weedicides.
Expressing gratitude, Madam Emilia Emefa Adzimah, the Agortime Ziope District Chief Executive, acknowledged the pivotal role of farmers as the soul of the nation. She extended warm greetings and appreciation to all farmers in the district, referring to them as national heroes. She emphasized the importance of recognising and valuing the contributions of farmers to national development.
The District Chief Executive also urged farmers, particularly the youth, to leverage the government’s Phase II of the Planting for Food and Jobs programme. This initiative aims to enhance the socio-economic status of farmers and further support agricultural development in the district.
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