Poultry Project in Peril? Farmer Warns Training Gaps Could Undermine Nkoko Nkitinkiti Initiative
Award-winning farmer urges government to prioritize hands-on training and avoid political bias to ensure success of upcoming poultry initiative.
- Concerns are already being raised about its long-term viability.
- Excitement builds around the poultry project’s official rollout
As the government prepares to launch the Nkoko Nkitinkiti poultry initiative next month in the Northern Region—aimed at boosting local chicken and egg production while creating jobs for the youth—concerns are already being raised about its long-term viability.
Clement Adu Yeboah-Fordjuor, popularly known as Nana Green and celebrated as Atwima Mponua’s Best Farmer in 2017, has issued a cautionary message: without proper training, the project could falter.
He stressed that youth beneficiaries must receive adequate hands-on training to ensure the success of the program.
“A six-month capacity-building program involving experienced farmers is essential,” he said, urging the government to prioritize skill development over political favoritism.
Nana Green also warned that without practical knowledge and a sense of commitment, some youth might mismanage the resources provided, ultimately jeopardizing the sustainability of the initiative.
As excitement builds around the poultry project’s official rollout, stakeholders like Nana Green are calling for a structured and inclusive approach to ensure it doesn’t become another missed opportunity.
