The European Union-Ghana Agricultural Program (EUGAP) has been revolutionizing agriculture in the Upper West Region since 2017, bringing about significant improvements across the entire agricultural value chain. This ambitious project, implemented by GIZ, World Bank, and French Development Agency, has invested €147 million in 14 districts in Northern Ghana, covering all 11 districts of the Upper West Region.

EUGAP’s strategy is built around three core components: enhancing agricultural production and productivity, improving market access and competitiveness, and building resilience against climate change. Fadila Ahmed Tijani, North-West Monitoring and Evaluation Expert, notes that the program has empowered farmers, increased production and income, and even enabled Wa West district to export organic groundnuts to Switzerland [1).

Beneficiaries like Naah Patrick from Sungmaale cashew group praise EUGAP for teaching climate-resilient agronomic practices and financial management. However, challenges persist, including limited irrigation facilities, access to fertilizers, intermittent electricity supply, and raw material shortages.

Despite these challenges, EUGAP’s successes are noteworthy. The program has constructed feeder roads, supported businesses like Apex Peanuts processing center through GIZ’s capacity-building initiatives, and promoted Village Savings and Loans (VSLA) to empower farmers financially.

As EUGAP concludes in 2025, its legacy is expected to continue transforming the Upper West Region, addressing food insecurity and improving livelihoods for rural households, where agriculture is the main source of income. By leveraging EUGAP’s impact, the region can thrive, fostering a more sustainable food system for all.