By: George Antwi
The Tree Crops Development Authority, TCDA, has engaged cashew traders and exporters in Sampa in the Bono region of Ghana as part of efforts to familiarize with the industry’s operations in the region.
The tour which was spearheaded by the acting chief executive officer of TCDA, Dr Andy Osei Okrah was among many other things aimed at strengthening ties with key players, addressing their concerns, and reinforcing TCDA’s commitment to enhancing cashew production efficiency and its regulations.
Dr. Okrah’s visit underscores TCDA’s dedication to ensuring that stakeholders in the cashew value chain receive the necessary support and guidance for sustainable growth.
“This engagement is crucial for understanding the challenges faced by industry players and how best TCDA can intervene to improve operations,” he stated.
A major highlight of the visit was a stakeholders’ forum, where Dr. Okrah officially introduced himself as the new Chief Executive Officer appointed by President John Dramani Mahama.
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He assured industry players of his readiness to collaborate with them to address bottlenecks in production, regulation, and exportation.
“This forum is not just about familiarization but also about creating public awareness and reinforcing our collective commitment to a well-regulated cashew industry,” Dr. Okrah emphasized.
He reiterated that TCDA would continue working closely with traders, exporters, and farmers to ensure a robust and competitive cashew sector.
The engagement provided a platform for stakeholders to express their concerns and expectations from TCDA. Participants commended the Authority’s proactive approach and expressed optimism about improved regulation and support for the cashew industry.
As part of his visit, Dr. Okrah toured several cashew warehouses to gain first-hand insight into the export processes.
He also visited key processing facilities, including N.H. Natural Foods Supplies Ltd.
Dr. Okrah reaffirmed that the TCDA remains committed to developing policies and interventions that will streamline operations in the cashew sector and drive sustainable growth.
The acting CEO of TCDA and his delegation also met with the Sampa District Police Commander, DSP Peter Owusu to have a positive discussion and familiarize with security in the community.
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