U.S. loan guarantee helps Ghana port company acquire forklifts
In 2005, Safebond was a two-year-old port services company in Ghana that had yet to make a name for itself in the industry. Story
Pineapple farmer on the brink of bankruptcy turns farm around
Until 2003, Kwabena Afari was a renowned producer of Smooth Cayene pineapple in Ghana, exporting over a thousand metric tons annually to Europe. Then there came a shift. The market for the Smooth Cayenne dried up. Story
Ghana exports pineapples to European markets
Thousands of smallholder farmers in Ghana dealt with frustrations of low prices and limited markets. However, Okwesi has discovered a way to expand his market and deliver his fruit to consumers in Europe. Story
Food vendor turns supplier of mangoes A food vendor has become the main supplier of fresh mangoes and mango seedlings at Somanya in Ghana's Eastern Region. Story
Royal Ahold to strengthen Ghana's horticultural exportsAfter negotiations between Royal Ahold, the world's largest food retailer, and USAID, an agreement has been reached under which Royal Ahold would strengthen the marketing of Ghana's horticultural exports. Story
USAID assists private sawmill to increase sales Asuo Bomosadu Timbers & Sawmillers Ltd. (ABTS) is a family owned and operated company that was struggling with marketing, production and organizational challenges. Through USAID's Trade and Investment Reform Program, ABTS has been provided technical assistance and training to restructure its finances and develop new products using new technology. Story