Opanyin Abraham Kwaku Adusei, from Eastern Region, has been crowned the Overall Best National Farmer for 2025 at the 41st National Farmers Day Awards Ceremony held in Ho, the Volta Regional capital.
Mr. Adusei, who emerged winner among several distinguished farmers from across the country, received a cash prize in recognition of his decades of dedication, innovation, and excellence in agriculture.
48-year-old Osman Kadiri, from Greater Accra Region, was named the first runner-up, while 63-year-old Charles Gyato from the Oti Region took the second runner-up position. Madam Grace Owusuaah won the National Best Female Farmer 2025. Both were also presented with cash prizes for their outstanding contributions to Ghana’s agricultural sector.
The awards were presented by President John Dramani Mahama, who commended the winners for their hard work, resilience, and commitment to national development through farming.
After receiving his award, the Overall Best Farmer, Mr. Adusei, expressed profound appreciation for the honour.
He pledged to continue working closely with the Ministry of Food and Agriculture to advance the well-being of farmers and support efforts aimed at modernising the sector.
The ceremony marked a central highlight of the National Farmers Day celebrations, which recognise the vital role farmers and fishers play in ensuring food security and driving the country’s economy.
