Researching into areas of math and science in the Bono region given its rich cultural heritage and history has proven difficult but what I will shed light on is the phenomenal work being done by Paul Yeboah in Techiman through the Permaculture Institute.

He has dedicated his life to teach Ghanaian farmers sustainable agriculture; where growing food does not take away from the earth but rather supplements it. His approach is very hands-on and practical; demonstrating how to grow food on their respective farmlands. The seedlings that the trainee farmers are able to grow during their training programme is shared among them to start their own farms. It as also a collective incentive to do the best they can during their training at the institute.

To ensure that more agri-business in the region thrives, his institute has also adopted an ethical loan scheme geared towards the women in the community since they are the primary care-givers in their homes. His focus is not just on farmers but has also dedicated time and resources to teach others in schools and churches among others.

His work is particularly important given the location of the Brong Ahafo Region. It is located in the middle of the country. With the dry savannah region to the north and the more enriched southern basin which is continuously being threatened by the encroaching dessert from the North.

Bibliography

Ghana Permaculture Institute. (n.d.). Retrieved July 24, 2020, from https://permacultureghana.wordpress.com/

Climate Solutions - Communities Taking Action to Confront Climate Change. (2018, November 05). Retrieved July 24, 2020, from https://ecovillage.org/resources/climate-solutions/