Innovations in smallholder agricultural financing and economic efficiency of maize production in Ghana’s northern region

Mark Appiah‐Twumasi, Samuel A. Donkoh, Isaac Gershon Kodwo Ansah · 2022 · Heliyon

Summary. Maize farmers in northern Ghana who use innovative financing methods achieve 4-10% higher economic efficiency than non-users. The study finds that mechanized services unexpectedly reduced technical efficiency. Policymakers should prioritize reducing inefficiency through extension services, timely equipment access, and market linkages rather than introducing new technologies. Village Savings and Loans Associations and informal financing options help poor farmers access credit and inputs.

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Appiah‐Twumasi, M., Donkoh, S. A., & Ansah, I. G. K.. (2022). Innovations in smallholder agricultural financing and economic efficiency of maize production in Ghana’s northern region. Heliyon. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e12087

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DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e12087
Countries: Ghana
Regions: Africa
Categories: funding, agtech, food-systems
Added: 2026-04-28