About Us

Godfred Adzelevi

Godfred is a chartered accountant with over 8 years of professional working experience. Currently serving as the Head of Accounts at Farming In Africa, he is dedicated to ensuring the effective and efficient use of financial resources. His role involves providing insightful guidance to support decision-making and drive overall financial success.

Gloria Djeshie

Gloria, is a multifaceted business strategist with a commitment to streamlining operations, digital markets, and innovative product development.

Aside from driving capacity building/training programs for farmers, she is passionate about team development, customer experience, and continuous process improvement. 

Nii Aryee Okine

A versatile Team player with the ability to communicate effectively. Nii loves to explore and is always open to learning something new.

He is a goal-getter and passionate about Livestock farming, and how it can be beneficial to ensure global food security.

Dabiri Oluwasayo Adetona

A sales and marketing lead with over 20 years in sales out of which 15-plus years is in leading small and large teams across multinationals, and small and medium-sized organizations in Nigeria. Dabiri has managed three regional markets in Nigeria South West, Lagos, North Central, and part of South East.

With an educational background in Marketing combined with in-house training in sales management and leadership skills, Dabiri is poised to elevate Organizations to the next level.

Juliet Owusu-Amankwah

A skilled and strategic HR professional, Juliet oversees People Operations at Farming in Africa.

Partnering with leadership, she architects HR strategies to cultivate a high-performing workforce.

Her expertise spans talent management, fostering positive employee relations, and ensuring a thriving work environment. Key Skills: HR Strategy, Talent Management, Employee Relations.

Patrick Ankomah

Patrick Ankomah serves as an Accountant at Farming in Africa. He holds a Certificate of proficiency in Computerized accounting from Chartered Training Center. Known for his attention to detail, quick learning abilities, and high energy, Patrick is proficient in QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, and Tally accounting software. He also possesses skills understanding of proper accounting procedures such as bookkeeping, financial statement preparation and analysis, taxation, and auditing.

Korblah Adonoo

Dedicated supply chain professional versed in Procurement, inventory management, and addressing the concerns of customers.
Cool-headed, collaborative and adventurous. Eager to explore and learn new things for a better tomorrow. Making the world a better place for all.

Nadia Oppong

With a passionate love for communications, Nadia has a professional experience in the communications field and has contributed her quota to creating a better online presence for all the places she has worked at. She is an avid reader, a public speaker, a writer, a great team player, and an empathetic leader with a good sense of humour.

Bless Dorleku

Bless is a self-motivated and purpose-driven creative with experience in Social Media Management and digital media solutions. He has a passion for Agriculture, having worked as a farm and project manager for about four years. Bless is also free-spirited with a dedicated commitment to work.

BIOGRAPHY OF FRED

Fredrick Benneh Frimpong, the visionary farmer, hustler, and serial entrepreneur, is the CEO and Founder of Farming In Africa. His mission is clear: to empower farmers through education and sustainable agriculture.

Fredrick's story begins in Ghana. Born in the bustling capital of Accra, fate took him to the humble village of Senase at a young age. Raised by a farmer alongside 13 siblings, he experienced the harsh realities of poverty firsthand. Despite these challenges, his mother recognized his potential.  In a selfless act, she sold their farm to ensure Fred could access education beyond elementary school.

University seemed like a distant dream after high school. Yet, Fred refused to be deterred. He embraced his entrepreneurial spirit, taking to the streets to sell goods.  Driven by a desire to showcase African culture and uplift his community, Fred connected with Semester At Sea, a student program visiting Ghana.  His relentless dedication led him to become a certified tour guide, and he established Can Do Land Tours. Through obstacles and setbacks, Fred's indomitable spirit prevailed. The support of remarkable individuals like Barbara and Mike further propelled him forward, sponsoring his education in London and San Diego.

Fred's passion for education extended beyond himself. While studying in California, he founded "The Godfred's Foundation," transforming lives by providing quality education in rural Ghana. He fulfilled this mission by establishing an international school called Semanhyia American School, which is located at Berekum Senase in the Bono region of Ghana where he grew up. The school currently has a population of almost 700 students who are receiving quality education.

His entrepreneurial prowess also came to light when he spearheaded Uber Ghana's launch and operations, contributing to the country's rapid growth from scratch. However, Fred's heart always belonged to education and agriculture. As his school flourished, a school farm was established to nourish young minds with healthy food. This initiative sparked the genesis of "Farming In Africa," which evolved into "Semanhyia Farms," a pioneering livestock learning and development farm. Today, through FIA AgroVentures, FIAKare, and Semanhyia L & D Farm, Fred empowers both commercial and smallholder farmers with essential resources and knowledge.  His vision extends beyond immediate benefits. He is currently living the dream of mentoring countless farmers and cultivating a new generation of agricultural pioneers through his school.

Fred's journey is a testament to resilience, determination, and unwavering passion. He remains an unstoppable force, fueling positive change and leaving an indelible mark on the lives of others.  Embrace the spirit of possibility and join Fred on his transformative mission to create a brighter future for all. Together, you can sow the seeds of prosperity and watch them bloom into a flourishing tomorrow.