To support Ghana's soyabean value chain and to increase the sustainable supply of soyabean grains of sufficient quantity & quality by up to 200,000 tons by 2024
Congratulations to Professor Samuel Adjei-Nsiah, Project Coordinator for the SSPiNG Project, on delivering the University of Ghana’s fifth inaugural lecture on, “Bean there, Done that: Unleashing the Potential of Soybean in Contributing to Poverty Reduction in Northern Ghana.
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Behind every milestone we achieve at SSPiNG are the incredible men and women who pour their hearts into this project. From the soybean fields of Northern Ghana to the planning tables, their dedication, hard work, and vision make it all possible.
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Together with our amazing partners, we’re driving sustainable farming, empowering communities, and transforming lives in northern Ghana. To the team and partners who make SSPiNG a force for change—thank you for being the heart of this mission.
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At SSPiNG, we’re not just growing soybeans; we’re cultivating opportunities for women in farming to lead and thrive. Women are at the heart of soybean farming in many rural communities, contributing up to 60% of the labor needed for planting, harvesting, and processing.
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In their remarks, Jessica Nyman
(@noradno) and Theresa Randolph (@yara) encouraged the community to continue their efforts toward high-quality soybean production. Their support is integral to SSPiNG’s goal of driving agricultural transformation in Northern Ghana
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Smallholder farmers presented their progress and shared insights about the project. Their reflections underscore the success of the SSPiNG Project, as the farmers benefit from increased yields, advanced techniques, and broader market access.
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We were treated to a beautiful display of local dances and songs, showcasing the vibrant culture of Northern Ghana. This cultural connection underscores the meaningful role of soybean farming in empowering communities and preserving local traditions.
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A warm welcome awaited us as the Chief of the Yiworgu community and other royals hosted a durbar in our honor. This event celebrated the out/in-grower networking between smallholder farmers and project’s public (Department of Agriculture) and private…
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(nucleus farmers and aggregators) partners highlighting the strong public-private partnership for sustainable soybean production in northern Ghana.
Partners: @noradno@yara@IITA_CGIAR@WUR@felleskjopet@mofaghana
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The SSPiNG team and project partners met with smallholder farmers who shared valuable
learnings and experiences on yield-enhancing and sustainable soybean agronomic practices.
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With support from the SSPiNG Project, these farmers are making strides in soybean production, demonstrating the positive impact of partnership-driven agricultural development.
Partners: @noradno@yara@IITA_CGIAR@WUR@felleskjopet@mofaghana
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