Agriculture & Food Processing Sector
Agriculture & Food Processing Industry in Ghana
UNEAGES represents workers in Ghana's vital agriculture sector, focusing on pineapple farms, mango farms, citrus farms, export companies, and fruit processing companies that form the backbone of our economy.
7+
Active Companies
Most
Challenging Sector
1000+
Workers Represented
Challenges in Agriculture Sector
Agriculture workers in Ghana face unique challenges that require specialized union support
Climate Change Impact
Unpredictable weather patterns and climate change pose major threats to agricultural production and worker livelihoods.
Financial Instability
Difficulty accessing bank loans due to farming uncertainties and unstable market opportunities affecting financial security.
Business Closures
Several fruit farms organized previously have folded up, leaving workers unemployed and disrupting livelihoods.
Geographic Dispersion
Out-growers are scattered across regions, making organization and support delivery challenging and resource-intensive.
Capital Constraints
Farmers struggle to raise capital for cultivation, leading to reduced production and employment opportunities.
Seasonal Uncertainties
Unstable farming seasons and market fluctuations create job insecurity for agricultural workers.
Current Company Representation
UNEAGES actively represents workers in these key agriculture and food processing companies
Milani Queens Farm
Specializing in fruit cultivation with focus on worker welfare and sustainable farming practices.
Milani Kaleawo Farms
Agricultural enterprise committed to ethical employment practices and union collaboration.
HPW Fresh & Dry
Leading fruit processing company with strong union partnership and worker representation.
Elefante Farms
Innovative farming enterprise with focus on worker training and development programs.
Pure & Just Foods
Food processing company committed to fair labor practices and worker empowerment.
Lele Group Ltd.
Agricultural export company with established union agreements and worker protections.
Klamath Ltd.
Specialized farming operation with focus on worker safety and environmental sustainability.
Eastern & Central Regional Fruit Producers
Collective of out-growers supported through union advocacy and market access initiatives.
Our Strategic Focus in Agriculture
Despite being the most challenging sector to manage, UNEAGES employs targeted strategies to support agricultural workers and ensure their rights are protected.
Survival Support
Providing assistance to farms struggling to survive in difficult economic conditions, helping protect worker jobs.
Climate Adaptation
Developing strategies to help workers and farms adapt to climate change impacts and unpredictable weather patterns.
Financial Advocacy
Advocating for better access to financing and credit facilities for farmers and agricultural businesses.
Market Linkages
Creating connections between out-growers and stable market opportunities to ensure consistent income.
"Supporting agricultural workers requires resilience, innovation, and deep understanding of farming challenges."
Sector Achievements & Impact
Despite challenges, UNEAGES has made significant progress in supporting agricultural workers
Worker Protection
Successfully negotiated collective agreements establishing minimum standards for agricultural workers across multiple farms.
Out-grower Support
Established support networks for scattered out-growers, helping them access markets and financial resources.
Business Sustainability
Provided consultation and support to help farms survive economic challenges and maintain worker employment.
Join the Agricultural Workers' Movement
Whether you work in farming, food processing, or agricultural exports, UNEAGES provides the support and representation you need to secure better working conditions and protect your rights.
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Strengthen Ghana's Agricultural Workforce
Join UNEAGES in building a resilient, fair, and sustainable agricultural sector that protects workers' rights while supporting Ghana's food security and economic development.