Canada-Ghana Agribusiness Summit set for July
THE Global Entrepreneurship Network-Ghana (GEN-Ghana) and Voazok Agritours Canada have announced the first-ever Canada-Ghana Agribusiness Summit, scheduled for July 16-17, 2025, at Innovation Place in Saskatchewan, Canada.
The landmark event aims to foster collaboration, innovation, and sustainable development within the agribusiness sectors of both nations.
The summit is designed to create a dynamic platform for leaders, policymakers, investors, researchers, and entrepreneurs to exchange ideas, establish partnerships, and explore opportunities that drive economic transformation and food security.
Over two days, the event will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, exhibitions, networking sessions, and business matchmaking activities, each focusing on specific themes relevant to the agribusiness sector.
Key themes include:
- Agricultural Value Chain Development: Enhancing efficiency, productivity, and competitiveness across agribusiness value chains, from farm to table.
- Agro-processing and Value Addition: Promoting the processing and packaging of agricultural products to create higher value and expand market opportunities.
- Agri-tech and Innovation: Leveraging technology and innovation to drive efficiency, sustainability, and resilience in agricultural production, processing, and distribution.
- Market Access and Trade Facilitation: Exploring opportunities for export-oriented agriculture, market access, trade facilitation, and international partnerships to enhance global competitiveness.
- Sustainable Agriculture and Climate Resilience: Addressing challenges related to climate change, environmental sustainability, and natural resource management in agricultural production systems.
Organizers’ Vision
Stephen Gyasi-Kwaw, Country Founder and Managing Director of GEN-Ghana, emphasized the summit’s alignment with the organization’s mission to connect entrepreneurs, investors, and stakeholders to unlock opportunities and drive sustainable development. He highlighted the event as a platform to showcase Ghana’s agribusiness potential on the global stage and strengthen ties between Canada and Ghana.
Derrick Owusu-Kodua, CEO of Voazok Agritours Incorporated, expressed the company’s honor in co-hosting the summit, viewing it as a unique opportunity to bridge expertise from both countries. He underscored the goal of empowering stakeholders to address global food security challenges while unlocking economic potential.
Advisory Committee’s Perspective
Dr. Mary Bur, Professor Emerita at the College of Agriculture and Bioresources, University of Saskatchewan, and Chair of the Advisory Committee for the summit, emphasized the event’s role in fostering innovation, building partnerships, and driving sustainable growth in agribusiness.
She noted the collective aim to unlock new opportunities and establish agribusiness as a cornerstone for economic development and food security.
GEN-Ghana is an organization dedicated to advancing entrepreneurship and innovation, providing platforms for programs and activities that facilitate the start and scaling of sustainable businesses.
Voazok Agritours Incorporated is a Canadian-based agribusiness tour company specializing in customized technical agricultural tours and agri-trade missions.
The company offers agricultural advisory services, educational programs, and hosts industry events that combine agriculture, business, and cultural experiences, fostering knowledge sharing, networking, and exploring trade opportunities. The Canada-Ghana Agribusiness Summit 2025 represents a significant step toward strengthening bilateral relations and promoting sustainable agribusiness practices between the two nations.
