The Ministry of the Interior has clarified that Friday, November 8, 2024, though designated as the date for the 40th National Farmers’ Day celebration, will not be recognized as a public holiday.
This announcement, confirmed in a press statement signed by the Minister for the Interior, Henry Quartey, on November 5, affirms that the official Farmers’ Day public holiday will instead be observed on Friday, December 6, 2024.
The Ministry of Food and Agriculture had earlier confirmed that the National Farmers’ Day event would take place on November 8, 2024, with President Akufo-Addo scheduled to officiate the event in the Greater Accra Region. The Ministry also noted that this year’s event, unlike previous years, will not feature regional-level celebrations, allowing all focus to be on the national ceremony.
Key Points for National Farmers’ Day 2024
- Event Date: Friday, November 8, 2024
- Official Public Holiday: Friday, December 6, 2024
- Event Location: Alisa Hotel, North Ridge, Greater Accra Region
- Time: 4:00 p.m. for the Awards Night Ceremony
Despite the national focus in Accra, regions will still nominate winners for 10 regional award categories. The nominated regional awardees will travel to Accra to receive their honors, with regional ministers presenting awards to winners from their areas during the ceremony.
National Farmers’ Day serves as an annual event to recognize the dedication of Ghana’s agricultural workforce and to highlight achievements in farming across the country
