GNECHAM Launched to Drive Agribusiness Growth Between Ghana and Nebraska
The Ghana-Nebraska Agribusiness Trade and Relations Chamber (GNEBCham) has been officially launched at the Tang Palace Hotel in Accra on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. The event marks a significant milestone towards enhancing agribusiness growth and trade between Ghana and Nebraska, promoting economic co-operation and development in the sector.
The chamber is set to drive economic growth by providing a conducive environment for business innovation and collaboration, creating a new platform for innovation, trade and economic growth.
Delivery a key address, Senator Ken Schilz, co-founder of GNEBCham, outlined the chamber’s mission to build robust partnerships between Ghana and Nebraska. “Our goal is to attract investment, foster strategic networking opportunities and enhance market access for agricultural products and technologies,” he stated.
He emphasized that the chamber could become a leading advocate for agricultural advancement through these strategic partnerships.
Bridging Gaps and Adopting Best Practices
Alberta Nana Akyaa Akosa, co-founder of GNEBCham, shared the importance of this partnership in transforming Ghana’s agricultural landscape. The chamber will work to bridge the gap between commercial farmers and the international market by adopting best practices from Nebraska’s advanced agricultural sector.
She noted that the board of GNEBCham includes 14 members, with Ms. Doris Ahiati serving as Chairperson and Cecil Sunkwa-Mills as Vice-President with about 100 pledged members at the launched.
U.S. Embassy’s Support
Easton A. Reid a representative from the U.S. Embassy in Ghana underscored the embassy’s role in facilitating business exchanges and fostering deeper economic ties. He credited the formation of GNEBCham to the efforts of influential figures like Senator Schilz and Alberta Nana Akyaa Akosa.
“Our aim is to leverage agricultural, agro-processing and energy resources for sustainable growth,” Reid remarked.
Government Encouragement
Kwaku Ampratwum-Sarpong, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration encouraged Ghanaian agribusinesses to register as members of the chamber. He emphasized that this initiative aligns with Ghana’s foreign policy of forging economic partnerships. This collaboration will advance the agribusiness sector, encourage innovation and streamline trade between Ghana and Nebraska.
Opportunities for Young Farmers
Deputy Minister of Food and Agriculture, Yaw Frimpong-Addo, called on young Ghanaian farmers to seize the opportunities presented by the partnership and highlighted the ministry’s support for the initiative, particularly in technology transfer.
The chamber will enable companies to identify production areas and establish processing facilities efficiently, propelling agriculture into the industrial stage.
Below are some excerpts on the launch.
