NSS to harvest over 40,000 tons of maize and rice in Ashanti Region

The National Service Scheme (NSS) is set to harvest an impressive yield of crops in the Ashanti Region, including over 1,500 tons of maize and 2,500 tons of rice.

The NSS is also expected to harvest dozens of bags of soybeans and several boxes of tomatoes.

This was revealed during a tour of the NSS farms at Kumawu in the Ashanti Region on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, by the Ashanti Regional Director of NSS, Prince Kankam Boadu.

According to Mr. Kankam Boadu, the NSS has moved from demonstrational farming to mechanized commercial integrated farming under the leadership of the Executive Director, Osei Asibbey Antwi.

He noted that the scheme aims to reduce rice and maize importation while providing food for schools.

"The NSS is cultivating over 2,500 acres of land in the Ashanti Region, with farms in Ejura and Kumawu yielding good results," he said.

Mr. Kankam Boadu expressed optimism about improving yields to mitigate food security challenges in the country.

"This initiative is part of the NSS's efforts to contribute to food security and support the school feeding program in Ghana," he said.