Yam farmers at Lanja in the Nanumba North Municipality are calling on government, through the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, to provide storage facilities and improve infrastructure at the local market.
Speaking to Adom News, the farmers said the lack of proper storage is leading to significant post-harvest losses, as large quantities of yam rot before they are sold, resulting in major financial setbacks.
They also highlighted poor conditions at the market, noting the absence of basic amenities such as toilet facilities, urinals, and office space, despite the market’s contribution to Internally Generated Funds (IGF) for the municipality.
The farmers are therefore urging authorities to invest in storage structures, provide sheds to protect traders from harsh weather, and level the market with gravel to prevent flooding during the rainy season.
The Chief of Lanja, Naa Bukali Nantogma, also appealed to government to give the market a facelift, stressing that it has the potential to become one of the largest yam markets in the region if properly developed.
He further called for improved security on market days to ensure safe and smooth business transactions.
