Ghana’s mango sector has steadily grown over the past decade, contributing to agricultural diversification, agro-processing, and export earnings. 

Thousands of smallholder farmers rely on mango production for their livelihoods, while exporters and processors increasingly depend on the crop to meet rising regional and international demand. 

Despite this potential, farmers have long struggled with price volatility, weak bargaining power, and limited transparency at the farm gate.

Recognising the need for a structured pricing system, the Federation of Associations of Ghanaian Exporters (FAGE) advocated for a formal mango price mechanism. 

With technical support from GIZ Ghana through the AgriBiz Programme, stakeholders, including farmers, exporters, processors, and regulators, participated in consultations to develop a transparent, evidence-based framework.

The mechanism establishes a minimum producer price that reflects production costs, market realities, and export conditions. 

By providing predictable pricing, it protects farmers from distress sales, reduces disputes, and strengthens trust along the value chain. 

Higher-quality mangoes can attract negotiated premiums, incentivising improvements in farm management, post-harvest handling, and compliance with international standards.

Institutional leadership has been central to the initiative’s credibility. 

The Tree Crops Development Authority (TCDA) oversees technical assessments and quality standards, while the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) publicly announces the minimum price ahead of each season. 

Early outcomes show that farmers are now more confident in marketing their produce, buyers benefit from structured sourcing, and regulators gain a practical tool for coordination and long-term planning.

Source: Access Agric