Strategies to support the greenhouse horticulture sector in Ghana
- Authors
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 2015
- Source
- Wageningen University and Researchcenter Publications
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- Language
- English
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- Unknown
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Abstract
Protected cultivation in Ghana is relatively small, though public and private interest is rapidly increasing. This report presents a quick scan of the sector, with a focus on business opportunities. From a value chain perspective, inadequate access to inputs, low production levels, poor storage facilities and low product quality are the main limitations. Key factors to improve the situation are: a) a country-wide seed supply system that makes available high quality cultivars, b) the availability of biological control agents, c) a greenhouse design that is suitable for the local, hot climate, d) a healthy growing medium, and e) well-trained management and staff. Business opportunities are: a) greenhouses adapted to the local climate, greenhouse equipment, solar energy, sensors and data loggers, and a local industry fabricating and maintaining goods, b) variety trials and hybrid varieties, and c) integrated pest management and biological control.
