The chief of Akyim Sekyere in the Atiwa East District of Eastern Region, Dr. Nana Owusu Takyi has entreated people to rephrase the name “kuay3” to “kuadwuma” since it’s a full-time job which entails a lot to help people.
Speaking on Nkawkaw-based Agoo FM during the 37th celebration of farmers’ day of Atiwa East held at Akyem Sekyere, Nana Takyi said in Ghana, the name “kuay3” sometimes restricts the nature of how people see farming compared to how farming is seen abroad.
According to him, people need training in farming for it to be seen as a better job field.
He further said in Africa, naturally women engage in farming more compared to men, and they know how to groom it better, adding that “I am not surprised seeing females winning the best district farmer back to back.”
The district has seen two women winning best farmers in 2020 and 2021.
In 2020, Madam Evelyn Vanderpuije was adjudged the best farmer, while Abiba Ibrahim was named the best farmer for the year 2021.
Speaking on the importance of the farmers’ day celebration, he said the celebration is mainly to motivate and boost the confidence of farmers and to show how much the country cherishes them.
He also said the creation of “youth best farmer” was coined just to encourage more youth to venture into farming since the country’s population is full of energized youth.
On her part, Member of Parliament for Atiwa East, Abena Osei-Asare said, this year’s celebration marks their fourth time of celebration as a district.
She later lauded the farmers for such great things they are providing for the country, especially raw materials for various factories.
She further stated that, the president’s promise of providing insurance for cocoa farmers is on course.
She further pledged support from herself and government.