Ghana launches National Shea Commodity Platform to commercialise shea production

Ghana is taking steps to transform its shea industry from largely wild harvesting to commercial cultivation following the launch of the National Shea Commodity Platform (NSCP), a new initiative aimed at coordinating development across the sector and improving livelihoods, particularly for women. The platform brings together government institutions, researchers, development partners, private sector actors and producer groups to support sustainable growth in one of Ghana’s most important agric...

By Caleb Ahinakwah