A severe drought in northern Ghana has devastated farmers, destroying crops and affecting around 1.8 million hectares of grain production. Illegal mining activities are further harming approximately 35,000 rice farmers by polluting water sources. The Ghana Agricultural Workers Union warned that GH¢1.18 billion in agricultural investments is at risk. The Minister of Food and Agriculture, Bryan Acheampong, announced government interventions to assist affected farmers. This evening’s show will feature discussions with the Ghana Grains Council on grain availability, sector challenges, solutions for shortages and pricing, and the impact of illegal mining on grain quality.