Est. 2015Northern Ghana
Field-tested expertise for Northern Ghana's farms and communities.
Farmers & Developers helps NGOs, businesses and communities overcome the region's complex agricultural and development challenges, with practical advice and work delivered on time.
Rice farmer, Northern Region
01Who we are
Who we are
We are a Ghanaian advisory company that understands the unique profile of Northern Ghana: its single rainy season, its value chains and its communities. We turn that understanding into programmes, research and farm services that help people build lasting prosperity.
Quality, delivered on time
Clear plans, realistic timelines and work that arrives when you need it, to the standard you expect.
Experienced, qualified experts
Agronomists, researchers and development specialists with deep experience in each of our service areas.
Rooted in the north
Based in Salaga, working in local languages and with local institutions across the northern regions.
02What we do
Four practice areas, eleven services.
From programme design to the farm gate, our services connect so that clients can work with one accountable partner.
Advisory & Planning
Designing programmes that fit the realities of Northern Ghana, and keeping the many partners behind them working in step.
View practice area- Development Facilitation
- Coordination and Planning
- Programme and Project Development
- Advocacy and Service Support
Research & Environment
Rigorous research and environmental assessment that give decision-makers evidence they can trust.
View practice area- Research and Studies
- Environmental Impact Assessment
Agriculture
Farm technical services that raise productivity and resilience, from the soil to the market.
View practice area- Farm Technical Services
Community Development
Stronger communities through training, health and nutrition, and reliable energy and water.
View practice area- Community Development Services
- Community Building and Training
- Health and Nutrition Services
- Energy and Water Services
03How we work
A clear process, from first visit to results.
Assess
We start in the field: listening to clients and communities and understanding the local context before recommending anything.
Plan
We agree objectives, methods, timelines and budgets with you, matched to the farming calendar and local institutions.
Implement
Our specialists deliver the work, keeping you informed and adjusting quickly when conditions on the ground change.
Measure
We track results against the plan and report honestly, so you know what worked and what to do next.
04Where we work
Rooted in the north, working across it.
Northern Ghana has its own soils, seasons, crops and institutions. Our base in Salaga puts us close to the communities and partners we serve.
- Savannah RegionHead office
- North East RegionNorthern Ghana
- Northern RegionNorthern Ghana
- Upper West RegionNorthern Ghana
- Upper East RegionNorthern Ghana
05Who we serve
Partners for organisations that need results.
We work with small businesses, corporate organisations, and local and international NGOs.
Small businesses
Agro-dealers, processors, aggregators and growing farm businesses that need technical know-how and reliable market links.
How we help
Corporate organisations
Companies sourcing from, investing in or operating across Northern Ghana, who need sound research, assessment and community engagement.
How we help
Local and international NGOs
Development partners who need a trusted local team to design, facilitate, deliver and evaluate programmes.
How we help06Shop
Inputs, seedlings and produce from the north.
Order farm inputs and seedlings, or buy produce from northern farmers. Send an order request and we will confirm availability, price and delivery.
Farm inputs
Certified seed and quality inputs suited to the savannah's single rainy season.
Browse farm inputs
Seedlings
Grafted and nursery-raised tree seedlings for orchards, parklands and agroforestry.
Browse seedlings
Farmers' produce
Grain, legumes and shea from farmers across the north, sold in bulk or retail.
Browse farmers' produce07Our values
What you can expect from us
Trust
We are open about what we can deliver, and we protect the interests of the communities we work with.
Reliability
We keep our commitments, from the first meeting to the final report.
Accountability
We measure our work, report honestly and take responsibility for results.
Planning work in Northern Ghana?
Tell us what you are trying to achieve. We will come back with a clear, practical way forward.