The Bono Regional Officer for Women in Agriculture Development, Mrs. Felicia Asabia Boadu, has urged Traditional Authorities to reconsider outdated cultural practices hindering women’s participation in agriculture.

Speaking at a community dialogue in Sebreni, Jaman South Municipal, Bono Region, Mrs. Boadu highlighted the restrictive menstruation-related bans imposed on women farmers. These bans affect agricultural productivity and local businesses.

“All our surveys show that traditional leaders prohibit women from farming during menstruation,” Mrs. Boadu explained. “This harms agriculture and livelihoods.”

Mrs. Boadu appealed to Traditional Authorities to revise these practices, allowing women to access their farms freely.

Mr. Sally Alhassan, Berekum East Municipal Director of Agriculture, emphasized women’s limited access to resources due to cultural perceptions. “Women’s access to land and resources can boost agricultural production,” he stated.

He advocated for sensitization to promote societal change, encouraging government support for women’s land and resource acquisition.

Empowering Women, Enhancing Agriculture

– Review outdated cultural practices
– Increase women’s access to land and resources
– Support women’s empowerment and gender equality

By addressing these cultural barriers, Ghana can promote inclusive agricultural development, enhance food security, and empower women to contribute to the country’s growth.