'Coconut is a zero-waste crop' – Kwaku Boateng

The Vice President of the Coconut Federation of Ghana, Kwaku Boateng, has called for increased investment in Ghana’s agricultural sector, particularly the coconut industry.

According to him, "coconut is a zero-waste crop", as virtually every part of the tree can be utilised in daily life and across various industries.

He explained that, beyond its use as a food product, coconut plays an important role in several industrial applications, including the automotive industry.

Boateng cited the use of coconut-derived materials in the production of components for vehicles, including Mercedes-Benz cars.

He also mentioned other applications, including "the production of helmets for soldiers, coconut oil and several other products."

According to him, Ghana is the leading producer of coconut in Africa, making the sector an important area for investment and economic development.

Speaking in an interview on Peace FM’s Kokrokoo on August 24, 2026, Boateng stressed the need for greater investment in the coconut industry to promote value addition, create jobsand maximise its economic potential.

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He was speaking ahead of the Ghana International Horticulture Expo 2026, scheduled for September 3–5, 2026, at the Palms Convention Centre at La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra.

The Expo is being organised by the Federation of Associations of Ghanaian Exporters (FAGE) in collaboration with the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA) and Ghana EXIM Bank.

President John Dramani Mahama is expected to attend as the Special Guest of Honour.

The event is expected to bring together key stakeholders in Ghana’s horticulture and export sectors to explore opportunities for investment, value addition, market expansion, and increased export earnings.

The focus on horticulture comes at a time when Ghana’s non-traditional export sector is recording significant growth.

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