Intermediate

Cassava & Root Crop Value Addition

4 weeks Quarterly — Next session: March 2026 20 farmers per cohort Accra Processing Centre

About This Program

This 4-week program teaches farmers and agri-entrepreneurs how to add value to cassava and other root crops through modern processing techniques. Participants learn post-harvest handling, processing into gari, flour, and starch, quality packaging, and how to access premium commercial markets. The training includes practical sessions at processing facilities.

Learning Objectives

Apply proper post-harvest handling to reduce losses
Process cassava into at least three commercial products
Package products to meet food safety standards
Develop a branding and marketing plan

Curriculum

Week 1

Post-Harvest Handling

Proper harvesting techniques, cleaning, sorting, and storage to minimize losses and maintain quality.

Week 2

Processing Techniques

Step-by-step production of gari, cassava flour, starch extraction, and fermentation methods.

Week 3

Packaging & Quality Control

Hygienic packaging, labeling requirements, shelf-life optimization, and food safety standards.

Week 4

Branding & Market Access

Product branding, pricing strategies, connecting with distributors, and cooperative marketing.

Instructors

Akosua Agyeman

Operations & Community Lead

Delanyo Ayitey

Chief Finance Officer

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