Perceptions on the Impact of METASIP on Food Security in Ghana

Abstract

The study assessed perceptions relating to the impact of Medium Term Agriculture Sector Investment Plan (METASIP) on food security in Ghana. Specifically, the study monitored perceptions about how far the first pillar of FASDEP II which addresses food security and emergency preparedness has actually contributed to food security in Ghana. Seven indicators were identified and perceptions about these were monitored. They are improved productivity, agriculture mechanization, irrigation and water management, food storage and distribution, improved nutrition, off-farm activities and early warning systems. Findings indicated that, METASIP must do more to guide and sustain its success. More efforts must be put in for improved production, mechanization, irrigation and water management and enhanced off-farm activities by actively engaging communities, households and all stakeholders in the agricultural value chain. This meant adopting a holistic approach in public investment, stakeholder participation and commitment from policy makers.