UCAES SRC president urges young people to embrace agriculture

The newly elected President of the Students’ Representative Council (SRC) at the University College of Agriculture and Environmental Studies (UCAES), Prince Amoako Atta, has advocated for a greater involvement of young people in agriculture and environmental conservation efforts. Expressing alarm over the declining appeal of farming, he traced the trend to factors like illegal mining, deforestation, and a misguided view that agriculture is unappealing.

Prince Atta emphasized that Ghana's future hinges on enhancing agricultural output and safeguarding the environment. Drawing parallels with California, he showcased the economic gains communities enjoy when agriculture receives due focus, resources, and technological backing. He highlighted evolving avenues like agribusiness, biotechnology, and tech-integrated farming practices, urging young people to shed outdated notions and tap into these opportunities.

The SRC President underscored the indispensability of environmental stewardship, asserting that human survival hinges on maintaining a healthy ecosystem. Consequently, he implored all stakeholders, including the government, to prioritize agriculture and environmental protection to secure Ghana's future. He also called on the government to bolster private institutions specializing in agricultural and environmental education, stressing their pivotal role in national progress.

By supporting these institutions, Prince Atta argued, Ghana could become a prominent food producer, thereby boosting food security, fostering peace, preserving the ecosystem, and ensuring a sustainable environment for all generations.