” The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) Has Dry Spell Forecast For Ghanaians(GMet’s) Accurate Dry Spell Prediction Aims to Safeguard Ghana’s Agriculture”
The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) successfully predicted the current dry spell affecting parts of the country, providing early warnings to key stakeholders, including agricultural officers involved in the Africa Climate-Smart Agriculture (AICCRA) project. The agency’s Deputy Director of Applied Meteorology, Madam Francisca Martey, explained that a dry spell refers to a prolonged sunny period of 9 to 10 days during the rainy season. While such dry spells do not necessarily cause harm, they can be detrimental when they coincide with the flowering stage of crops, potentially leading to reduced yields.
GMet had communicated this forecast well in advance to relevant stakeholders, emphasizing the importance of timely planting and proactive measures to mitigate the effects of the dry spell. The collaboration between GMet and agricultural extension officers aims to help farmers better manage their planting schedules and crop care during such periods.
Madam Martey reassured the public that despite the challenges posed by the dry spell, proper agricultural practices can help avert any significant threat to food security. She highlighted the importance of continued communication between meteorological experts, extension officers, and farmers to minimize the impact of adverse weather conditions.
This proactive approach by GMet underscores the agency’s commitment to supporting Ghana’s agricultural sector by providing timely and accurate weather forecasts, enabling farmers to adapt and maintain productivity even under challenging conditions.
SUMMARY
The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) accurately forecasted a current dry spell, which it communicated in advance to relevant stakeholders, including those in the agriculture sector. The agency highlighted that such dry spells, lasting 9 to 10 days, can affect crops, particularly during the flowering stage. GMet emphasized the importance of timely planting and collaboration with agricultural officers to mitigate impacts. The agency reassured the public that with proper agricultural practices, the risk to food security can be managed effectively despite challenging weather conditions.