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We are an NGO working with smallholder farmers in deprived rural communities in Northern Ghana to reduce poverty and increase food security.

Trax works with rural farming communities in Northern Ghana to enhance the sustainability of agricultural and livelihood activities. We currently have four thematic areas: sustainability, climate change and environment, poverty reduction and food security, and gender equality. We apply a participatory approach to development with farmers identifying their needs and directing the interventions that

Trax support. Interventions we support include compost production, stone bunding, agroforestry, livestock care, introduction of energy-saving stoves, and education, among others.

13/08/2026

Groundnut Seed Production Trial

The Gundoug Community Seed Bank (CSB) Committee, five selected farmers, and the project team conducted the second field inspection of the groundnut seed production trials.

The trial requires at least four field inspections: after germination, before flowering, during flowering, and before harvesting. Following the first inspection two weeks ago, today's visit focused on collecting important data for the characterization of the groundnut variety.

The crops are developing well, with some plants already beginning to flower. Farmers and the team recorded key characteristics including leaf type and shape, number of leaves, plant height, and other important plant traits.

Regular field observations will help document the performance and characteristics of the variety while strengthening local capacity in seed production, conservation, and quality management.

Growing seeds. Building knowledge. Strengthening local seed systems.

10/08/2026

WAGRE — A Taste of Our Heritage

From the heart of Logre Yakin Community, comes Wagre, another treasured indigenous food that carries the taste, knowledge and cultural heritage of our ancestors.

Ingredients:
Pumpkin
Pounded Raw Smooth Groundnuts
Shea Butter
Ground Dry Pepper

Yaaba Diya – Indigenous Cooking

Every traditional dish tells a story. Let’s rediscover, celebrate and preserve the foods of our ancestors.

31/07/2026

Agroecology Training Update
The Agroecology Training was successfully held in the Beo Tankoo and Sapooro*communities.

The training focused on the preparation and application of biopesticides and manure tea, equipping farmers with practical, low-cost, and environmentally friendly alternatives to chemical farm inputs. Discussions also highlighted the importance of adopting natural farming practices in response to farmers' concerns about the harmful effects of agrochemicals on their health, soils, and the environment.

One of the highlights of the training was hearing testimonies from farmers who participated in last year's Agroecology Training. They shared positive experiences on the effectiveness of the biopesticides they prepared and applied on their farms, encouraging others to adopt these sustainable practices.

The sessions recorded an impressive turnout, with over 40 farmers participating in each community**. Farmers actively asked questions, shared experiences, and contributed valuable local knowledge, making the training highly interactive and impactful.

Together, we are promoting healthier farms, healthier communities, and more resilient food systems through agroecology.

24/07/2026

Agroecology Training Reaches Gundoug Community

The Agroecology Training Workshop has successfully reached its fourth community—Gundoug.

The session equipped farmers with practical knowledge on preparing and using locally made biopesticides. Through hands-on demonstrations, Mr. Fuseini, Community Farmer Lead, guided participants on the correct measurements, step-by-step preparation process, and proper application techniques using locally available materials.

Farmers also had the opportunity to observe the application of the biopesticide on a maize field, ask questions, and practice the techniques themselves.

As part of activities, the Yaaba Dia Cookbook was officially presented to the community. To ensure it remains a valuable resource for everyone, the farmers proposed that the cookbook be kept at the CHPS Compound, where it will be easily accessible to community members.

By combining agroecological practices with the preservation of indigenous food knowledge, we continue to strengthen sustainable farming, healthy food systems, and community resilience.

22/07/2026

Update on Agroecology Training and Indigenous Cookbook Presentation

The Agroecology training with farmers in the Yipaala community was successfully conducted, bringing together community members to strengthen their knowledge of sustainable farming practices.

The session emphasized the importance of continuing to adopt natural farming methods by reducing dependence on chemical inputs and embracing organic alternatives. Through a practical, step-by-step demonstration, farmers learned how to prepare and apply manure tea as an organic fertilizer to improve soil health and crop productivity.

The training was highly interactive, with farmers actively asking questions, sharing their experiences, and contributing valuable local knowledge that enriched the discussions.

As part of the day's activities, the Yaaba Dia Indigenous Cookbook was officially presented to both the community and the local school. The farmers proposed that the community's copy be kept at the CHPS Compound to ensure it remains accessible to everyone—a recommendation warmly welcomed by the Officer-in-Charge. The school also received its copy, with the Headmaster expressing sincere appreciation for the initiative and its role in preserving indigenous food knowledge for future generations.

By promoting agroecology alongside indigenous food heritage, we are strengthening resilient farming communities, improving nutrition, and ensuring that traditional knowledge continues to thrive.

16/07/2026

We celebrate from the Yaaba Dia Cookbook the Nkuzeisi Community with their Tiɣngwera dish, an innovation born out of necessity of which gradually has become a cherished dish.

Do well to grab a copy or two of our Yaaba Dia Cookbook today!

Ingredients:
Beans/Cowpea
Ground Dry Pepper
Shea Butter
Traditional Saltpetre
Salt

13/07/2026

Update on the Women's Nutritional Garden Group

The meeting with the WNG Group was both productive and encouraging as we continued supporting the group's growth and sustainability.

A key focus of the session was strengthening the women's financial management through improved record-keeping. The group was introduced to three essential financial record templates—a Cash Book, Income and Expenditure Book, and Membership Dues Book—to promote transparency, accountability, and accurate financial reporting during their regular meetings.

To further improve document management, the group received a box file to safely organize attendance registers, monthly membership dues records, and other important documents. The Facilitator Leader (FL), secretaries, and treasurer were also taken through practical guidance on record-keeping procedures and proper filing systems.

It was also noted that while many women continue to work diligently on their individual plots, the agreed collective activities within the communal garden require renewed attention. Strengthening teamwork and shared responsibility will be essential to achieving the group's common goals and maximizing the benefits of the garden for everyone.

Together, we continue to build stronger systems for financial accountability, collective action, and sustainable community development.

11/07/2026

Updates from the Gundoug Community Seed Bank (CSB)

Trax Ghana and The Beela Project successfully conducted a Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLA) refresher training for members of the Gundoug Community Seed Bank.

The training brought together 14 participants at the Community Seed Bank working room and focused on strengthening members' understanding of the VSLA model. Key topics included the purpose of the VSLA, group operations and governance, the development of a group constitution, share purchases, loan and interest management, and the effective use of VSLA funds to support the long-term sustainability of the Community Seed Bank.

The group is scheduled to meet next week to draft and adopt its constitution and officially commence VSLA operations.

By strengthening community savings and investment mechanisms, we continue to build resilient communities and sustainable local seed systems.

07/07/2026

Today's page celebrates the Nyobok Community with their Kaziɛ Sagb Bengerema Zɛɛt, a masterpiece of our food heritage.

Ingredients:
Sorghum Flour
Shea Butter
Tomatoes
Onions
Salt
Dawadawa
Ground Dry Pepper
Herrings
Cowpea Leaves
Traditional Saltpetre
Dry Roselle Leaves
Ground Early Millet
Pounded Raw Smooth Groundnuts

Share it with someone who loves traditional foods.

03/07/2026

Strengthening Community Seed Systems and Savings for Sustainability

Trax Ghana and The Beela Project have initiated seed production trials with five selected farmers. Following discussions, the local groundnut variety Sukamenka was selected due to the limited time remaining in the planting season for early millet and other cereal crops.

Each farmer will cultivate a 10m × 10m trial plot, with upcoming field visits to measure and support land preparation ahead of sowing.

In parallel, engagements were held with a 14-member Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLA) comprising six committee members and eight additional farmers, including beneficiaries of the Fuseini Home Garden initiative.

The group agreed that the VSLA will serve as a sustainability mechanism for the Community Seed Bank (CSB). Proposed investment areas include CSB infrastructure, biopesticide production, and acquisition of farm tools for rental services to support farming activities.

Next steps include refresher VSLA training and the development of a formal constitution to guide operations.

Address

P. O. Box 230
Bolgatanga
00233

Telephone

+233 (0)382022501

Website

http://www.traxghana.com/

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