Belarus has expressed its readiness to support Ghana’s agricultural modernization by drawing on the experience gained through its successful mechanization partnership with Zimbabwe, according to Belarusian Agriculture and Food Minister Yuri Gorlov.

Speaking in Minsk on June 8, Gorlov said Belarus could help Ghana strengthen food production through the supply of agricultural machinery, technical support, and skills development programs aimed at improving productivity and food security.

The minister highlighted Zimbabwe as an example of effective cooperation, noting that Belarusian support had contributed to significant improvements in the country’s agricultural sector and food production capacity.

“We can carry out the same work in Ghana. This includes, in particular, the supply of agricultural machinery, which is essential for food production. We are ready to provide all the necessary assistance to help Ghana ensure food security and increase domestic agricultural output,” Gorlov said.

Belarus is also offering educational opportunities for Ghanaian students and agricultural professionals. Gorlov noted that Belarusian agricultural universities currently train students from 53 countries and are prepared to welcome participants from Ghana to develop the expertise needed to support the country’s agricultural development.

Beyond mechanization, Belarus sees opportunities to expand agricultural trade with Ghana. The Eastern European nation already exports beef, poultry products and other food items to the West African country, with bilateral agricultural trade continuing to grow.

During a recent visit to Belarus, Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama toured the Belagro 2026 agricultural exhibition, where he was introduced to a range of Belarusian agricultural technologies and products. According to Gorlov, the president showed particular interest in amino acids and animal feed products manufactured by the Belarusian National Biotechnology Corporation, opening potential avenues for future cooperation.

The proposed partnership reflects Belarus’ broader strategy of expanding agricultural cooperation across Africa through mechanization, technology transfer, training and food production support. For Ghana, the initiative could provide additional tools to modernize agriculture, increase productivity and strengthen national food security.