Easycom Agro Farm CEO Cries for Government Intervention as Asante Akyem South MCE Halts Operations

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Easycom Agro Farm Limited, Mr. Charles Osei Dankwaah, has passionately appealed to the government, the Ashanti Regional Minister, and His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II to intervene in an escalating land dispute involving the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of Asante Akyem South, Hon. Sarfowaa, which has crippled the farm’s operations and threatened the livelihoods of dozens of workers.

According to Mr. Dankwaah, the MCE’s alleged actions have brought the once-thriving agricultural venture to a standstill. He claimed that Hon. Sarfowaa has not only issued threats to farm workers but has also placed a ban preventing them from accessing the farmland located at Juaso, land that was legally acquired from the Juaso Biretuo family.

In an interview, the distressed CEO lamented that the ongoing interference has caused significant losses, with acres of crops left unattended and deteriorating due to the prolonged suspension of work. “Our workers are afraid to come to the farm. The MCE’s threats and unlawful restrictions have stopped all operations. This farm supports many households, and now people are struggling to feed their families,” he stated.

Mr. Dankwaah emphasized that Easycom Agro Farm Limited was established to contribute to Ghana’s agricultural development and employment drive, particularly under the government’s “Planting for Food and Jobs” initiative and the proposed “24-Hour Economy” program. He warned that if urgent measures are not taken, the situation could completely derail these national efforts.

“The President and the Regional Minister must take a keen interest in this matter because what is happening undermines government’s own policies aimed at boosting productivity and creating jobs. We are losing investments, and the local economy is suffering,” he added.

Workers of the farm, who also spoke to the media, expressed frustration and fear over the development. They appealed to higher authorities to protect their right to work and ensure justice prevails. “We are only asking to be allowed to work peacefully. This farm feeds our families and supports the community. The MCE’s interference is destroying our future,” one of the affected workers said.

The land in question, according to documents sighted by the management, was purchased legitimately from the Juaso Biretuo family with full consent and payment. However, tensions reportedly flared after the MCE allegedly claimed authority over the area and instructed the workers to vacate, sparking outrage among the local populace.

Mr. Dankwaah has since petitioned the relevant authorities, including the Ashanti Regional Minister-designate, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, and the traditional leadership of Juaso, to mediate and bring a peaceful resolution to the matter. He also appealed to the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, to intervene as the custodian of Ashanti lands and a symbol of justice.

Observers fear that if swift action is not taken, the dispute could escalate into a broader confrontation, affecting social harmony and economic activities in the area. For now, all eyes are on regional authorities and traditional leaders to step in and restore calm, protect investment, and safeguard the livelihoods of affected families.

Easycom Agro Farm Limited remains one of the few major private agricultural enterprises in the Asante Akyem South Municipality, known for its contribution to local employment and food production. Its current shutdown not only threatens economic stability in the area but also sends worrying signals to investors seeking to support Ghana’s agribusiness sector.