{
  "id": 5339877,
  "title": "Asutifi South Assembly distributes 1,500 bags of fertiliser to farmers",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/asutifi-south-assembly-distributes-1-500-bags-of-fertiliser-to-farmers",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-03T13:26:06.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/asutifi-south-assembly-distributes-1500-bags-of-fertiliser-to-farmers/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Asutifi South District Assembly in Ghana's Ahafo Region has distributed 1,500 bags of fertiliser to local farmers as part of an initiative to boost agricultural output and enhance livelihoods. During a media briefing at Hwidiem, District Chief Executive Benjamin Assabil Donkor highlighted the government's dedication to supporting farmers and bolstering food production. The fertiliser, provided at no cost, aims to alleviate production expenses for farmers and boost crop yields. Donkor advised recipients to use the assistance responsibly, warning that those found selling the fertiliser could face legal consequences. The distribution targets maize and vegetable cultivation. Beneficiaries expressed gratitude, stating that the intervention will lower input costs and improve farm productivity.",
  "summary": "The Asutifi South District Assembly in the Ahafo Region has distributed 1,500 bags of fertiliser to farmers as part of efforts to increase agricultural productivity and improve livelihoods. Speaking to the media during the distribution exercise at Hwidiem, District Chief Executive (DCE), Benjamin Assabil Donkor, said the intervention reflects the government’s commitment to supporting farmers […]",
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}