Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has taken a bold step toward transforming Ghana’s agricultural sector by courting Turkish tractor manufacturer Hattat Traktör to establish an assembly plant in the country.
The move forms part of a broader government initiative to mechanize agriculture and make farming equipment more accessible to farmers through a Farmer Service Centre model.
During a working visit to the company’s production facility in Istanbul, Hon. Opoku toured the Hattat Traktör factory to assess its manufacturing capacity and the suitability of its products for Ghana’s agricultural terrain.
Hattat Traktör, a well-established name in the tractor manufacturing industry, has an annual production capacity of 2,500 units and employs 3,097 workers.
Accompanied by his technical adviser, Mr Kwasi Etu-Bonde, the Minister explored how Ghana could benefit from the company’s expertise. He also personally tested some of the tractors to evaluate their performance under conditions similar to Ghanaian soil.
Impressed by the company’s understanding of Africa’s agricultural challenges, Minister Opoku noted that Hattat Traktör produces tractors designed for mechanical rather than electronic operation—a practical approach given the continent’s unique farming needs.
“The company understands the African terrain and produces tractors that are robust, simple to operate, and ideal for small- to medium-scale farmers. This is exactly what Ghana needs,” the Minister said.
A key highlight of the visit was Minister Opoku’s pitch for the establishment of a tractor assembly plant in Ghana. Following successful discussions, Hattat Traktör agreed to provide technical support to its Ghanaian partner, 10G Globaltech Ltd, to set up the plant in collaboration with the Ministry of Food and Agriculture.
This partnership is expected to play a pivotal role in mechanizing Ghana’s agriculture sector, reducing dependence on imported farm machinery, and ensuring sustainable access to affordable, locally-assembled tractors for farmers.
Hattat Traktör expressed satisfaction with the discussions and affirmed its readiness to collaborate with Ghana to boost food production through innovation and localized support.
The initiative aligns with the Ministry’s broader agenda to modernize agriculture, create jobs, and enhance food security through strategic partnerships and investments in agro-industrial infrastructure.
Source: AdomOnline
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