2026 budget: Gov’t to construct 1,000km of agriculture enclave roads to reduce food inflation

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The government of Ghana has announced plans to construct 1,000km of agriculture enclave roads to help reduce rising food prices across the country.

Poor road infrastructure linking farms to market centers has been identified as a major factor behind the persistent food inflation, according to Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson.

Farmers often face spoilage or extra transport costs, which eventually push prices higher for consumers.

To address the challenge, the Ministry of Agriculture will identify the roads, while the Ministry of Roads and Highways will oversee the construction.

Presenting the 2026 budget on Thursday, November 13, Dr. Ato Forson announced that the John Mahama-led administration has allocated GH¢828 million for the project.

“To facilitate the transportation of farm produce to markets and reduce food inflation, we have allocated GH¢828 million for the construction of 1,000km of agriculture enclave roads,” Dr. Ato Forson said.

He added, “We have allocated GH¢690 million to commence the operationalization of the Farmer Service Centers.”