The Government of Ghana has welcomed Burkina Faso’s decision to lift the suspension on Special Export Authorisations (ASE) for fresh tomatoes, describing it as a major step toward restoring supply and stabilising the market.
In a statement issued by the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, officials said the decision follows improved tomato supply to local processing factories in Burkina Faso, along with commitments by stakeholders to prioritise domestic industrial demand.
According to the government, the move is expected to resume the steady flow of fresh tomatoes into Ghana and help ease recent shortages on the local market.
The Ministry noted that the development reflects ongoing bilateral engagements between the two countries. It highlighted discussions led by Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, and her Burkinabe counterparts on the sidelines of the WTO MC14 in Yaoundé, which contributed to resolving the issue.
Government says it will continue engaging with Burkina Faso and stakeholders across the tomato value chain to ensure a smooth and mutually beneficial trading environment.
At the same time, authorities reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening domestic production through initiatives such as Feed the Industry and Feed Ghana. These efforts include expanding irrigation, promoting large-scale cultivation, and supporting local processors to ensure a stable and sustainable tomato supply in the long term.
