The Omankrado of Gomoa Asempanyin and Amankrakuahen of Gomoa Assin Traditional Area, Nana Kumasah Krampah II, is spearheading efforts to transform Ghana’s cocoa sector through sustainable agroforestry.
As both a traditional leader and board member of the Africa Afforestation Association (AAA), Nana Krampah II is championing a new initiative that will equip over 100 local farmers with tools and training to integrate climate-smart practices into cocoa farming.
The 6-day program, running from 27th April to 2nd May, 2026 in Bekwoie is a partnership between AAA, the Forestry Commission and Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD). It focuses on cocoa agroforestry, carbon-credit opportunities, and climate-resilient farming.
“Farming is evolving, and scientific methods are now being adopted worldwide,” Nana Krampah II said. “I urge all farmers and agricultural enthusiasts to take advantage of this opportunity to enhance their farming activities and secure our forests for future generations.” He stated.
AAA, an organization dedicated to climate change mitigation and poverty alleviation through tree planting, is introducing farmers to the Groasis Waterboxx Method, a water-saving technology that boosts tree survival in degraded lands. The program will promote planting fruit trees and other valuable species alongside cocoa to restore forest cover while improving farmer livelihoods.
Over the weekend, Nana Krampah II joined AAA Founder and Chief Executive Light Kwametse Aboetaka to welcome Wout Hoff, Chief Executive of Groasis, and his delegation from the Netherlands. The visit forms part of a series of engagements, including scheduled presentations of the Groasis Scientific Method of Planting to COCOBOD on Wednesday, 29th April, and to the Forestry Commission on Thursday, 30th April.
By blending traditional authority with scientific innovation, Nana Kumasah Krampah II is positioning local farmers at the forefront of Ghana’s push for sustainable cocoa and forest restoration.
