29/09/2025
PRESS RELEASE FROM THE MINISTRY OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE.
The Ministry of Food and Agriculture, in collaboration with the National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO), is pleased to announce the minimum guaranteed farmgate prices for selected agricultural commodities. These prices were determined by the Producer Price Determination Committee (PPDC) during its maiden meeting held on 11th and 12th September 2025, following its successful inauguration.
The prices are as follows:
Commodity Guaranteed Farmgate Price (GHS/Kg)
Maize 4.50
Rice 12.50
Gari 10.00
For better appreciation, the guaranteed farmgate prices translate as follows:
• 1 bag (100kg) of maize will be purchased by NAFCO at GHS 450.00.
• 1 bag (50kg) of rice will be purchased by NAFCO at GHS 625.00.
• 1 bag (34kg) of Gari will be purchased by NAFCO at GHS 340.00.
These guaranteed farmgate prices are part of Government’s interventions to address the challenges of unsold surplus grains in the market, provide fair returns for farmers, and ensure stability in the agricultural value chain.
Farmers are strongly encouraged not to sell their produce below these announced prices. Any farmer experiencing difficulties with buyers who attempt to purchase below the guaranteed prices should sell their stock directly to NAFCO, where they will be assured of the approved price.
The Ministry assures all stakeholders that these measures are designed to safeguard farmer livelihoods, protect the integrity of the domestic grain market, and strengthen national food security.
ISSUED BY:
Public Relations Office
Ministry of Food and Agriculture
Accra
