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Ghana Core Agriculture and Production Methods and Environment

SURVEY FOR THE BASELINE ASSESSMENT OF PHASE 2 PLANTING FOR FOOD AND JOBS (PFJ)

The Ghana Core Agriculture and Production Methods and Environment (CorePME) Survey for the Baseline Assessment of Phase 2 of the Planting for Food and Jobs (PFJ 2.0) is a nationwide survey that aims to collect the needed data for informed decision-making in the agricultural sector while ensuring sustainable growth and development. The CorePME is part of the Ghana Core Agriculture Surveys (GCAS++). 

The CorePME is designed to:

  • Gather reliable and up-to-date information on agricultural production and farm practices, and improve the agricultural sector's contribution to Ghana’s national economy;
  • Support evidence-based policymaking to enhance food security and sustainable agriculture;
  • Support the baseline impact assessment of Planting for Food and Jobs Phase 2; and
  • Provide data on SDG 2.4.1: Proportion of agricultural area under productive and sustainable agriculture, which enhances resilience to climate shocks.


The main objective of conducting the survey is to produce reliable and up-to-date benchmark information on the agricultural sector, bridge data gaps, promote evidence-based decision-making, and conduct an in-depth impact assessment of PFJ 2.0.  
                                                                                                                               
Specific objectives:

  • produce official statistics covering the whole agricultural sector (Household and non-household/corporate farms). 
  • produce and use high-quality and timely agricultural data through survey programs and promote evidence-informed decision-making to achieve SDG2.
  • Assess the impact of agricultural activities on the environmental, social, and economic sustainability of farming. 
  • Estimate the Proportion of agricultural area under productive and sustainable agriculture.
  • Provide elements for the Green House Gases (GHG) emissions calculations.


Output 
i.   Estimate crop production by type of crop, and region;
ii.  Estimate vegetable production by type of main vegetables, and region
iii. Estimate the production of livestock by type and region;
iv. Estimate the production and productivity of fish and aquaculture by type and location;
v.  Estimate the production of consumption and sales of bushmeat, production and sales of utility poles, and forest production;     
vi. Determine the value of deforestation and afforestation         
vii. Estimate vegetable production by type of main vegetables, and region
viii.Determine the type of inputs used including labour;
ix.  Determine the type of irrigation used;
x.   Determine the practices on the farm with respect to the soil analysis, the methods used to enhance pollination and region; 
xi.  Estimate the volume of fertilizer used; 
xii.  Estimate the proportion of seeds and plants used; and
xiii. Estimate variables/elements for the calculations of greenhouse gases (GHG).

Key Survey Features

  • Survey Period: 3rd February to 20th March, 2025
  • Target Areas: All regions 
  • Coverage: Agricultural Households and institutions within the selected Enumeration Areas (EA) 
  • Data Collection Methods: use of Computer Assisted Personal Interview (CAPI) 
  • Data coverage: 
  • Core: crops, livestock, aquaculture and fisheries and forestry production

PME: 
Crop-related practices:

  • Irrigation methods
  • Seed types used
  • Energy use
  • Agroforestry

Livestock–related practices: 

  • Animal reproduction methods
  • Veterinary products used
  • Animal housing
  • Manure management
  • Organic farming
  • Adaptation to climate change
  • Hazards/shocks and coping strategies

Benefits of the Survey

  • Provide statistics to measure and track the progress of Ghana’s coordinated programme of economic and social development (Medium Term Development Framework).
  • Contribute to the development of policies and programs that support farmers and agribusinesses.
  • Generate statistics to measure, monitor, and track the progress toward achieving the agendas.
  • Provide statistics to monitor and track the progress of 12 out of the 17 sustainable development goals.
  • Provide statistical support to monitor progress on two of the seven Malabo Commitments under the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP), focusing on Theme 3: Ending Hunger and Theme 4:


Eradicating Poverty through Agriculture, which aim to transform Africa's agriculture sector to achieve inclusive economic growth, poverty reduction, and food and nutrition security.

What We Need from You
The success of the CorePME depends on the active participation and cooperation of stakeholders to gather the necessary data to support informed decision-making in the agricultural sector from respondents (such as agricultural households, holders, agricultural institutions, government bodies, and researchers) need to provide specific information., If you are selected to participate: 

  • Kindly provide accurate and complete information during interviews.
  • Allow enumerators to have access to your farms and resources where applicable.


Confidentiality Assurance
All data collected will be kept strictly confidential and used solely for statistical purposes following the Statistical Service Act, 2019 (Act 1003).

Contact Information
For more information, please contact us:
Phone: 0207-002-804 
Email: bernicefosubaadu@statsghana.gov.gh
Website: www.statsghana.gov.gh
Let’s work together to support the course of Ghana’s agricultural sector through accurate and reliable data. Your information matters!
 

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