The USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) is now accepting applications for its Agribusiness Trade Mission to Accra, Ghana, from Sept. 22-25,.
USDA’s agribusiness trade missions directly connect U.S. exporters with buyers in fast-growing overseas markets, boosting income for American farmers, ranchers, and producers, supporting and creating jobs, and fueling rural economies nationwide. Current and potential exporters interested in expanding their reach into Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire, and other West African countries must register by July 1, 2026.
“This mission to Ghana is a chance to introduce buyers from across West Africa to the highest-quality goods America’s farmers, ranchers and producers have to offer” said USDA Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Luke J. Lindberg. “Expanding our export footprint here brings America’s bounty to new markets and brings new sales back to rural America, building strong farms and communities for generations to come.”
In Ghana alone, there’s a growing market for U.S. agricultural and related products, with exports reaching $175 million in 2025. Poultry and prepared foods make up most of this trade, but USDA anticipates strong growth potential across West African countries for a variety of commodities, including:
- Poultry, beef and animal genetics
- Grains, soybeans and animal feed
- Dairy products and milk powders
- Healthy food preparations and ingredients
- Wine and distilled spirits
- Seafood and forestry products
During the trade mission, U.S. participants will engage in targeted, one-on-one business meetings with qualified buyers from across the region. Staff from FAS and regional market experts will also provide in-depth market briefings, site visits and networking events to help American businesses successfully navigate the West African market.
To apply by the July 1, 2026, deadline visit the Ghana Agribusiness Trade Mission webpage.
For more information on USDA trade missions, visit https://www.fas.usda.gov/topics/trade-missions. — Story contributed by the USDA Foreign Ag Service