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Uzbekistan cotton planting area and production for MY 2018/19 is now estimated at 1.17 million hectares and 3.35 million bales (480 pound bales) which is 730,000 MT.

In light of its economic potential, political stability, strategic geographic location and wide range of tourist destinations of significant natural and historical interest....

Ghana confirmed the outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF) in five (5) districts in the Central Region of Ghana in May 2018.

On June 21, 2018, Ghana’s Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MOFA) confirmed acceptance of a USDA-proposed Veterinary Health Certificate for the export of cattle from the United States.

Dr. Victor Agyeman, Director-General of Ghana’s Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, the nation’s leading research institute, endorsed the use of modern biotechnology in an interview....

The hotel industry in Ghana grew rapidly over the past ten years, catering to an expansion of both business and tourism.

Ghana’s 2018/19 rice production is forecast at 510,000 MT. Both rice and wheat consumption are expected to continue rising steadily based upon the country’s population growth....

Uzbekistan is a major producer of cotton. The government continues to lower the targeted cotton planting area and production of seed cotton to increase vegetable and fruit production....

Ghana is a net importer of both rice and wheat. Post estimates Ghana’s rice imports in 2017/18 at 550,000 MT, down slightly year-to-year due to growing domestic production.

This report provides updates on the regulations and procedures for the importation of food and agricultural products to Ghana.