Rural Agriculture

​Program Objectives:

The PFG Rural Agriculture Initiative seeks to implement off-grid production using advanced, internationally recognized methods to prepare rural communities for participation in circular economies centered around the rural production, processing, and distribution of food and agricultural products. With the growth of tourism and hospitality in Ghana, we also aim to equip employees to meet the sector's increasing demands at an international standard.

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Impact Goal: 1000 Rural Farmers | 500 Food Processing Job Candidates | 50 Foodpreneurs

Total Program Budget: $1,500,000

Program Location: Ashanti Region, Ghana, West Africa

Program Period: January 2025 - December 2028  

 

Active Project: Agriculture Commercialization Center (ACC)

​Project Lead: ProFarms Gateway
Project Collaborators: Ghana Permaculture Institute
Project Objectives: The Agriculture Commercialization Center (ACC) training facility showcases various aspects of the agricultural value-chain and offers workforce development training in sustainable agriculture and hospitality to enhance local workforce readiness for future agri-ecotourism initiatives across the Ashanti region and Ghana. ACC employs a comprehensive strategy that integrates essential tools, resources, facilities, and hands-on education to boost trainees’ employability and fortify local resilience against climate change. Training is available for both locals and visitors.

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 Training Center Highlights:

• 30-acre Regenerative Agriculture & Climate-Smart Demonstration Farm;

• Low- & High-Tech Post-Harvest Management Facilities & Methods;

• Onsite Agribusiness, Investor & Export-Ready Development Center;

• Local & Foreign Market Distribution Capabilities with International Standard Processing Operation;

• Hostel for Visiting Trainer & Trainee Accommodations.

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Active Project: ​Resort & Wellness Center 

​Project Lead: ProFarms Gateway
Project Collaborators: Open

Project Objectives:  To establish a nature-based hospitality model that merges health and wellness with modern, environmentally sustainable housing, off-grid utilities, and remote communication technologies, situated within a food forest. The resort and wellness center will offer owners and guests amenities that promote a self-sufficient lifestyle, in harmony with nature.