DCE Assures Sayerano Farmers of Firm Action Against Illegal Mining
The Hon. DCE for Juaboso, Hon. Alexander Adu-Quist, in collaboration with the Forestry Commission of Juaboso, undertook a community engagement visit to Sefwi Seyerano and Sefwi Nseinsin to address issues related to the Modified Taunga System within these two farming communities. The Hon. DCE assured the communities that no farmer should make any payments to forestry personnel prior to acquiring the Modified Taunga System (MTS). Mr. Anthony Asare Kuma, Assistant District Manager, educated the farmers on optimal farming practices in the forest and cautioned them against planting unauthorized crops on their farms. Hon. Alexander Adu-Quist reaffirmed his commitment to combating illegal mining in the forest. The DCE announced that there will be an increased supply of tree seedlings for farmers to cultivate, and a five-member committee was formed to ensure farmers comply with the rules and regulations of the Taunga System. Furthermore, Hon. Alexander Adu-Quist advised the farmers to refrain from using condemned materials in the forest. The meeting was attended by Mrs. Christiana Boateng, HR for Juaboso District Assembly, Mr. Theophilus Tawiah, MIS Officer, Mr. Anthony Asare Kuma, Assistant District Manager, Forestry Commission, Mr. Daniel Agyekum, Mr. Clement Ansu, Mr. Samuel Armah, and Mendes Boah Nicholas.
