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How can I tell that my cassava roots are fully grown and ready to harvest? | Cassava is usually ready 9 to 12 months after planting when the lower leaves dry up and fall off, and the soil around the base of the main stem begins to crack as the tubers expand underground. | Crop Maturity & Harvesting | Hey, so about how it ended, and when I stopped, it hasn't reached that point, but I'm asking. | hey na ogyae bɛyɛɛ ɛna me gyai deɛ ɛnduru hɔ but me bisa | YmOkFPmf100_009.wav |
Why are my cocoa pods turning black and rotting before they are ready for harvest? | This is caused by black pod disease, a fungal infection that spreads quickly during the rainy season when there is too much shade, high humidity, and poor air movement around the cocoa trees. | Crop Diseases | Hey, so about how it ended, and when I stopped, it hasn't reached that point, but I'm asking. | hey na ogyae bɛyɛɛ ɛna me gyai deɛ ɛnduru hɔ but me bisa | YmOkFPmf100_009.wav |
Why is it harmful to burn the bush on my land before I plant my crops? | Burning destroys the topsoil's natural organic matter and beneficial organisms that feed your crops. Over time, burning makes the soil hard, dry, and less able to hold water. | Soil Preparation | Hey, so about how it ended, and when I stopped, it hasn't reached that point, but I'm asking. | hey na ogyae bɛyɛɛ ɛna me gyai deɛ ɛnduru hɔ but me bisa | YmOkFPmf100_009.wav |
Why do my tomato flowers keep falling off without producing any tomatoes? | Tomato blossoms drop when temperatures become too hot, when watering is inconsistent, or when sucking insects damage the delicate stems that hold the flowers. | Vegetable Production | Hey, so about how it ended, and when I stopped, it hasn't reached that point, but I'm asking. | hey na ogyae bɛyɛɛ ɛna me gyai deɛ ɛnduru hɔ but me bisa | YmOkFPmf100_009.wav |
Why are the leaves on my pepper plants curling up and looking twisted? | Leaf curling in peppers is usually caused by tiny insects like thrips, aphids, or mites feeding on the undersides of leaves, or by a virus transmitted by those insects. | Pest Management | Hey, so about how it ended, and when I stopped, it hasn't reached that point, but I'm asking. | hey na ogyae bɛyɛɛ ɛna me gyai deɛ ɛnduru hɔ but me bisa | YmOkFPmf100_009.wav |
Why do my cowpea plants grow well even when I do not apply chemical fertilizer? | Cowpeas are legumes that work with helpful bacteria in the soil to capture nitrogen directly from the air, feeding themselves naturally and improving the soil for future crops. | Soil Fertility & Legumes | Hey, so about how it ended, and when I stopped, it hasn't reached that point, but I'm asking. | hey na ogyae bɛyɛɛ ɛna me gyai deɛ ɛnduru hɔ but me bisa | YmOkFPmf100_009.wav |
Why do my maize seeds rot in the ground when I plant right after the very first rain? | The very first rainfall often only wet the surface. If heat returns immediately after, the seeds absorb just enough water to start sprouting but then die and rot in the hot, dry soil before steady rains begin. | Planting Timing | Hey, so about how it ended, and when I stopped, it hasn't reached that point, but I'm asking. | hey na ogyae bɛyɛɛ ɛna me gyai deɛ ɛnduru hɔ but me bisa | YmOkFPmf100_009.wav |
Why are my yam tubers small even though the vines on top are long and leafy? | When yam plants are planted too close together or receive too much nitrogen, the plant spends all its energy growing leafy green vines above ground instead of storing food in the tubers below. | Planting Density & Spacing | Hey, so about how it ended, and when I stopped, it hasn't reached that point, but I'm asking. | hey na ogyae bɛyɛɛ ɛna me gyai deɛ ɛnduru hɔ but me bisa | YmOkFPmf100_009.wav |
Why do my young plantain suckers dry up and die when planted in open sunlight? | Young plantain suckers have underdeveloped root systems that cannot pull enough water from dry soil. They need partial shade and organic mulch around their bases to stay cool while establishing roots. | Shade Management | Hey, so about how it ended, and when I stopped, it hasn't reached that point, but I'm asking. | hey na ogyae bɛyɛɛ ɛna me gyai deɛ ɛnduru hɔ but me bisa | YmOkFPmf100_009.wav |
Why do my young cocoa seedlings dry up and die when there are no bigger trees around them? | Young cocoa plants are fragile and burn easily in full sunlight. Planting temporary shade crops like plantains provides shelter from the hot sun and keeps the soil moist while the cocoa establishes itself. | Crop Planting and Field Setup | Perhaps it is him—pardon me—but because my share has not reached me, I cannot accept that. As for that person, look here, look in the room; those of you who farmed your land, you are many, as we said before. But regarding the time, I am standing here now saying that I will check the number, and if the help is plenty, t... | a wo ebia na ɔno sɛbe ne deɛ no ɛnduru medeɛ no nti infa ɛno deɛ mentumi nnifende saa nipa no ahaa wohwɛ mpata mu haa mo a ɛtwaa mo afuo no mo dodoɔ sɛ yɛaka biom but time foɔ deɛ ɛɛ megyina sesia yi meka sɛ mɛhu number no anaa mmoa yɛ dɔɔso a mewɔ list no nso bɛyɛ dɔɔso mede m ani fam akuafoɔ sua kurom asaase so kora | 9ZlrGL9JyDc_064.wav |
Why do I need to put tall wooden stakes for my yam vines to climb on? | Yam vines need to reach up to sunlight to produce energy. Raising the leaves off the ground allows them to catch maximum sunlight, which feeds the tubers growing under the ground to make them large. | Crop Planting and Field Setup | Perhaps it is him—pardon me—but because my share has not reached me, I cannot accept that. As for that person, look here, look in the room; those of you who farmed your land, you are many, as we said before. But regarding the time, I am standing here now saying that I will check the number, and if the help is plenty, t... | a wo ebia na ɔno sɛbe ne deɛ no ɛnduru medeɛ no nti infa ɛno deɛ mentumi nnifende saa nipa no ahaa wohwɛ mpata mu haa mo a ɛtwaa mo afuo no mo dodoɔ sɛ yɛaka biom but time foɔ deɛ ɛɛ megyina sesia yi meka sɛ mɛhu number no anaa mmoa yɛ dɔɔso a mewɔ list no nso bɛyɛ dɔɔso mede m ani fam akuafoɔ sua kurom asaase so kora | 9ZlrGL9JyDc_064.wav |
Why shouldn't I plant my maize seeds very close to each other in the same row? | When seeds are planted too closely, the crops fight each other for sunlight, soil nutrients, and water, resulting in thin plants and very small corn cobs. | Crop Planting and Field Setup | Perhaps it is him—pardon me—but because my share has not reached me, I cannot accept that. As for that person, look here, look in the room; those of you who farmed your land, you are many, as we said before. But regarding the time, I am standing here now saying that I will check the number, and if the help is plenty, t... | a wo ebia na ɔno sɛbe ne deɛ no ɛnduru medeɛ no nti infa ɛno deɛ mentumi nnifende saa nipa no ahaa wohwɛ mpata mu haa mo a ɛtwaa mo afuo no mo dodoɔ sɛ yɛaka biom but time foɔ deɛ ɛɛ megyina sesia yi meka sɛ mɛhu number no anaa mmoa yɛ dɔɔso a mewɔ list no nso bɛyɛ dɔɔso mede m ani fam akuafoɔ sua kurom asaase so kora | 9ZlrGL9JyDc_064.wav |
Why should I cut off some of the small shoots growing around my main plantain tree? | Too many shoots (suckers) take away food and water from the main tree. Leaving only one or two strong suckers allows the main tree to produce larger and healthier fruit bunches. | Crop Planting and Field Setup | Perhaps it is him—pardon me—but because my share has not reached me, I cannot accept that. As for that person, look here, look in the room; those of you who farmed your land, you are many, as we said before. But regarding the time, I am standing here now saying that I will check the number, and if the help is plenty, t... | a wo ebia na ɔno sɛbe ne deɛ no ɛnduru medeɛ no nti infa ɛno deɛ mentumi nnifende saa nipa no ahaa wohwɛ mpata mu haa mo a ɛtwaa mo afuo no mo dodoɔ sɛ yɛaka biom but time foɔ deɛ ɛɛ megyina sesia yi meka sɛ mɛhu number no anaa mmoa yɛ dɔɔso a mewɔ list no nso bɛyɛ dɔɔso mede m ani fam akuafoɔ sua kurom asaase so kora | 9ZlrGL9JyDc_064.wav |
Why are the bottom leaves of my maize plants turning yellow and dying early? | Yellowing leaves at the base usually mean the soil lacks nitrogen, which plants need for green growth. Adding organic manure or nitrogen fertilizer helps restore their healthy green color. | Soil and Crop Nutrition | Perhaps it is him—pardon me—but because my share has not reached me, I cannot accept that. As for that person, look here, look in the room; those of you who farmed your land, you are many, as we said before. But regarding the time, I am standing here now saying that I will check the number, and if the help is plenty, t... | a wo ebia na ɔno sɛbe ne deɛ no ɛnduru medeɛ no nti infa ɛno deɛ mentumi nnifende saa nipa no ahaa wohwɛ mpata mu haa mo a ɛtwaa mo afuo no mo dodoɔ sɛ yɛaka biom but time foɔ deɛ ɛɛ megyina sesia yi meka sɛ mɛhu number no anaa mmoa yɛ dɔɔso a mewɔ list no nso bɛyɛ dɔɔso mede m ani fam akuafoɔ sua kurom asaase so kora | 9ZlrGL9JyDc_064.wav |
Why do my groundnut plants produce empty shells with no nuts inside? | Empty groundnut pods, often called 'pops,' happen when the soil lacks calcium. Groundnuts need calcium in the soil while the pods are developing underground to fill the shells. | Soil and Crop Nutrition | Perhaps it is him—pardon me—but because my share has not reached me, I cannot accept that. As for that person, look here, look in the room; those of you who farmed your land, you are many, as we said before. But regarding the time, I am standing here now saying that I will check the number, and if the help is plenty, t... | a wo ebia na ɔno sɛbe ne deɛ no ɛnduru medeɛ no nti infa ɛno deɛ mentumi nnifende saa nipa no ahaa wohwɛ mpata mu haa mo a ɛtwaa mo afuo no mo dodoɔ sɛ yɛaka biom but time foɔ deɛ ɛɛ megyina sesia yi meka sɛ mɛhu number no anaa mmoa yɛ dɔɔso a mewɔ list no nso bɛyɛ dɔɔso mede m ani fam akuafoɔ sua kurom asaase so kora | 9ZlrGL9JyDc_064.wav |
Why is it good for me to cover the wet soil around my crop roots with dried leaves or grass? | Covering the soil with organic matter, called mulching, blocks direct sunlight, keeps the ground moist longer, and prevents weeds from growing around your crops. | Soil and Crop Nutrition | Perhaps it is him—pardon me—but because my share has not reached me, I cannot accept that. As for that person, look here, look in the room; those of you who farmed your land, you are many, as we said before. But regarding the time, I am standing here now saying that I will check the number, and if the help is plenty, t... | a wo ebia na ɔno sɛbe ne deɛ no ɛnduru medeɛ no nti infa ɛno deɛ mentumi nnifende saa nipa no ahaa wohwɛ mpata mu haa mo a ɛtwaa mo afuo no mo dodoɔ sɛ yɛaka biom but time foɔ deɛ ɛɛ megyina sesia yi meka sɛ mɛhu number no anaa mmoa yɛ dɔɔso a mewɔ list no nso bɛyɛ dɔɔso mede m ani fam akuafoɔ sua kurom asaase so kora | 9ZlrGL9JyDc_064.wav |
Why do my cassava plants drop all their leaves during the dry season, and are they dying? | Cassava drops its leaves during hot, dry spells to save water and survive drought. The plant is not dead; once the rains return, it will grow fresh leaves and continue growing underground. | Seasonal Behavior and Crop Stress | Perhaps it is him—pardon me—but because my share has not reached me, I cannot accept that. As for that person, look here, look in the room; those of you who farmed your land, you are many, as we said before. But regarding the time, I am standing here now saying that I will check the number, and if the help is plenty, t... | a wo ebia na ɔno sɛbe ne deɛ no ɛnduru medeɛ no nti infa ɛno deɛ mentumi nnifende saa nipa no ahaa wohwɛ mpata mu haa mo a ɛtwaa mo afuo no mo dodoɔ sɛ yɛaka biom but time foɔ deɛ ɛɛ megyina sesia yi meka sɛ mɛhu number no anaa mmoa yɛ dɔɔso a mewɔ list no nso bɛyɛ dɔɔso mede m ani fam akuafoɔ sua kurom asaase so kora | 9ZlrGL9JyDc_064.wav |
Why are the flowers falling off my pepper plants without turning into peppers? | Flowers fall off when the plant is stressed by extreme heat, hot dry winds, or irregular watering. Giving plants steady moisture during dry periods helps flowers stay on and set fruit. | Seasonal Behavior and Crop Stress | Perhaps it is him—pardon me—but because my share has not reached me, I cannot accept that. As for that person, look here, look in the room; those of you who farmed your land, you are many, as we said before. But regarding the time, I am standing here now saying that I will check the number, and if the help is plenty, t... | a wo ebia na ɔno sɛbe ne deɛ no ɛnduru medeɛ no nti infa ɛno deɛ mentumi nnifende saa nipa no ahaa wohwɛ mpata mu haa mo a ɛtwaa mo afuo no mo dodoɔ sɛ yɛaka biom but time foɔ deɛ ɛɛ megyina sesia yi meka sɛ mɛhu number no anaa mmoa yɛ dɔɔso a mewɔ list no nso bɛyɛ dɔɔso mede m ani fam akuafoɔ sua kurom asaase so kora | 9ZlrGL9JyDc_064.wav |
Why are there small jagged holes in the leaves and dirt inside the central funnel of my young corn plants? | This damage is caused by caterpillars like the Fall Armyworm feeding inside the leaves. Catching it early and treating the funnels with neem extract or appropriate controls stops them from destroying the growing tip. | Pest and Disease Signs | Perhaps it is him—pardon me—but because my share has not reached me, I cannot accept that. As for that person, look here, look in the room; those of you who farmed your land, you are many, as we said before. But regarding the time, I am standing here now saying that I will check the number, and if the help is plenty, t... | a wo ebia na ɔno sɛbe ne deɛ no ɛnduru medeɛ no nti infa ɛno deɛ mentumi nnifende saa nipa no ahaa wohwɛ mpata mu haa mo a ɛtwaa mo afuo no mo dodoɔ sɛ yɛaka biom but time foɔ deɛ ɛɛ megyina sesia yi meka sɛ mɛhu number no anaa mmoa yɛ dɔɔso a mewɔ list no nso bɛyɛ dɔɔso mede m ani fam akuafoɔ sua kurom asaase so kora | 9ZlrGL9JyDc_064.wav |
Why do I need to plant plantain trees next to my young cocoa seedlings? | Young cocoa seedlings need shade because direct sunlight burns their delicate leaves. Plantain trees grow quickly and provide broad leaves that protect young cocoa plants while keeping the soil cool and moist during their early years. | Cocoa Farming | And regarding pleasant things, you said something about how happiness can come about, like even when you start working again... | na ɛɛ neɛma anigyeɛ so wokaa biribi sɛ neɛma ɛyɛ dɛn anigye tumi ba mu te sɛ wobɔ adwuma bio koraa ɛbɛ | jI2jJFh7SbM_061.wav |
Why do the pods on my cocoa trees turn black and rot before they are ready for harvest? | This is caused by Black Pod disease, a fungus that spreads rapidly in wet conditions. Clearing heavy weeds around the tree base and pruning extra branches helps air flow through the farm, which stops the fungus from staying wet and spreading. | Cocoa Farming | And regarding pleasant things, you said something about how happiness can come about, like even when you start working again... | na ɛɛ neɛma anigyeɛ so wokaa biribi sɛ neɛma ɛyɛ dɛn anigye tumi ba mu te sɛ wobɔ adwuma bio koraa ɛbɛ | jI2jJFh7SbM_061.wav |
Why are tiny caterpillars eating the inside leaves of my young maize plants? | These are Fall Armyworms, a pest that attacks the growing heart of maize. Checking your field early and spraying recommended insecticides or a mild neem seed solution direct into the funnel of the plant controls them before they ruin the crop. | Maize Cultivation | And regarding pleasant things, you said something about how happiness can come about, like even when you start working again... | na ɛɛ neɛma anigyeɛ so wokaa biribi sɛ neɛma ɛyɛ dɛn anigye tumi ba mu te sɛ wobɔ adwuma bio koraa ɛbɛ | jI2jJFh7SbM_061.wav |
Why do my maize leaves turn pale yellow instead of staying bright green? | Yellow leaves mean the soil lacks nitrogen, which maize relies on to make food and leaves. Adding animal manure, compost, or nitrogen fertilizer helps the maize regain its green color and build large cobs. | Maize Cultivation | And regarding pleasant things, you said something about how happiness can come about, like even when you start working again... | na ɛɛ neɛma anigyeɛ so wokaa biribi sɛ neɛma ɛyɛ dɛn anigye tumi ba mu te sɛ wobɔ adwuma bio koraa ɛbɛ | jI2jJFh7SbM_061.wav |
Why are the leaves on my cassava plants twisting up and developing yellow patterns? | This is Cassava Mosaic Disease, which is carried from plant to plant by small insects called whiteflies. Using disease-resistant cassava stem cuttings recommended by extension officers prevents the disease from reducing your tuber size. | Cassava & Root Crops | And regarding pleasant things, you said something about how happiness can come about, like even when you start working again... | na ɛɛ neɛma anigyeɛ so wokaa biribi sɛ neɛma ɛyɛ dɛn anigye tumi ba mu te sɛ wobɔ adwuma bio koraa ɛbɛ | jI2jJFh7SbM_061.wav |
Why do my yam tubers turn out short and bent instead of straight and large? | Yam roots bend when the soil inside your mounds is compact, hard, or full of rocks. Creating high, loose mounds free of stones gives the tuber space to push down easily and grow long and straight. | Cassava & Root Crops | And regarding pleasant things, you said something about how happiness can come about, like even when you start working again... | na ɛɛ neɛma anigyeɛ so wokaa biribi sɛ neɛma ɛyɛ dɛn anigye tumi ba mu te sɛ wobɔ adwuma bio koraa ɛbɛ | jI2jJFh7SbM_061.wav |
Why do my tomato plants drop all their flowers without producing any fruit? | Tomatoes drop flowers when the soil fluctuates between being too dry and too wet, or when it gets excessively hot. Watering regularly and covering the soil around the base with dried grass helps maintain even moisture so flowers stay on. | Vegetable Production | And regarding pleasant things, you said something about how happiness can come about, like even when you start working again... | na ɛɛ neɛma anigyeɛ so wokaa biribi sɛ neɛma ɛyɛ dɛn anigye tumi ba mu te sɛ wobɔ adwuma bio koraa ɛbɛ | jI2jJFh7SbM_061.wav |
Why are the leaves of my pepper plants curling upward and shrinking? | Leaf curl in peppers is usually caused by tiny sucking pests like thrips or mites feeding under the leaves. Spraying early with appropriate pest control solutions clears the insects so new leaves can expand normally. | Vegetable Production | And regarding pleasant things, you said something about how happiness can come about, like even when you start working again... | na ɛɛ neɛma anigyeɛ so wokaa biribi sɛ neɛma ɛyɛ dɛn anigye tumi ba mu te sɛ wobɔ adwuma bio koraa ɛbɛ | jI2jJFh7SbM_061.wav |
Why does planting groundnuts on my field first make the maize I plant next grow better? | Groundnuts and beans take nitrogen gas from the air and trap it in their roots in the soil. When the groundnut crop is finished, that left-over nitrogen feeds the following maize crop like natural fertilizer. | Soil & Land Management | And regarding pleasant things, you said something about how happiness can come about, like even when you start working again... | na ɛɛ neɛma anigyeɛ so wokaa biribi sɛ neɛma ɛyɛ dɛn anigye tumi ba mu te sɛ wobɔ adwuma bio koraa ɛbɛ | jI2jJFh7SbM_061.wav |
Why does my crop yield get smaller every year if I keep planting on the exact same piece of land? | Planting the same crop year after year uses up the specific soil nutrients that crop needs while letting pests build up in the ground. Rotating with different crops or leaving the land to rest allows the soil to rebuild its natural fertility. | Soil & Land Management | And regarding pleasant things, you said something about how happiness can come about, like even when you start working again... | na ɛɛ neɛma anigyeɛ so wokaa biribi sɛ neɛma ɛyɛ dɛn anigye tumi ba mu te sɛ wobɔ adwuma bio koraa ɛbɛ | jI2jJFh7SbM_061.wav |
Why are the leaves on my young maize plants turning yellow instead of staying dark green? | Yellow leaves on young maize usually mean the plant lacks nitrogen, a key plant nutrient. Adding well-rotted manure or the right fertilizer gives the maize the food it needs to grow green and strong. | Soil Fertility & Plant Nutrition | The selling you are talking about, gram by gram, you wait for my husband at the grounds too much before you take them to jail, claiming they sell grams in large quantities. Customs can send school boys; that means perhaps that is the price up, you have talked about kilos and stuff, and that is why this is what we can s... | tɔn a na woreka no gram sei na graham sei mo twɛn me kunu ground dodoɔ sɛ ansa na mo afiase ayi ɔmo sɛ ɔmo tɔn yɛwɔ grams beberee customs bɛtumi de mande school boys ss ɛno kyerɛ sɛ ebia that is the price up waka kilos ne adeɛ ɛno nti wei a yɛtumi abɛyɛ sɛ | mmMM0RvWc-M_019.wav |
People tell me that planting beans or cowpeas makes the soil better for future crops, how does that work? | Beans and cowpeas have special root nodules that take nitrogen gas from the air and convert it into natural fertilizer in the soil. When the plant dies, that food stays in the ground for the next crop to use. | Soil Fertility & Plant Nutrition | The selling you are talking about, gram by gram, you wait for my husband at the grounds too much before you take them to jail, claiming they sell grams in large quantities. Customs can send school boys; that means perhaps that is the price up, you have talked about kilos and stuff, and that is why this is what we can s... | tɔn a na woreka no gram sei na graham sei mo twɛn me kunu ground dodoɔ sɛ ansa na mo afiase ayi ɔmo sɛ ɔmo tɔn yɛwɔ grams beberee customs bɛtumi de mande school boys ss ɛno kyerɛ sɛ ebia that is the price up waka kilos ne adeɛ ɛno nti wei a yɛtumi abɛyɛ sɛ | mmMM0RvWc-M_019.wav |
Why is it harmful to plant my crop seeds very close to each other in the row? | When seeds are planted too close together, the grown plants end up competing with each other for light, water, and soil nutrients. Proper spacing ensures each plant gets enough resources to produce large, healthy yields. | Crop Spacing & Field Management | The selling you are talking about, gram by gram, you wait for my husband at the grounds too much before you take them to jail, claiming they sell grams in large quantities. Customs can send school boys; that means perhaps that is the price up, you have talked about kilos and stuff, and that is why this is what we can s... | tɔn a na woreka no gram sei na graham sei mo twɛn me kunu ground dodoɔ sɛ ansa na mo afiase ayi ɔmo sɛ ɔmo tɔn yɛwɔ grams beberee customs bɛtumi de mande school boys ss ɛno kyerɛ sɛ ebia that is the price up waka kilos ne adeɛ ɛno nti wei a yɛtumi abɛyɛ sɛ | mmMM0RvWc-M_019.wav |
Why do my mature plantain plants easily fall over whenever a heavy wind blows? | Plantains have shallow roots that can struggle to hold the weight of heavy fruit bunches. Supporting the stems with sturdy wooden or bamboo props helps keep the plants standing until harvesting time. | Crop Spacing & Field Management | The selling you are talking about, gram by gram, you wait for my husband at the grounds too much before you take them to jail, claiming they sell grams in large quantities. Customs can send school boys; that means perhaps that is the price up, you have talked about kilos and stuff, and that is why this is what we can s... | tɔn a na woreka no gram sei na graham sei mo twɛn me kunu ground dodoɔ sɛ ansa na mo afiase ayi ɔmo sɛ ɔmo tɔn yɛwɔ grams beberee customs bɛtumi de mande school boys ss ɛno kyerɛ sɛ ebia that is the price up waka kilos ne adeɛ ɛno nti wei a yɛtumi abɛyɛ sɛ | mmMM0RvWc-M_019.wav |
Why do my cocoa pods turn black and rot when the heavy rains start? | Frequent rains and excess humidity encourage a fungal attack known as Black Pod disease. Clearing extra tree branches to let sunlight in and removing infected pods quickly stops the moisture buildup that spreads the disease. | Pest & Disease Control | The selling you are talking about, gram by gram, you wait for my husband at the grounds too much before you take them to jail, claiming they sell grams in large quantities. Customs can send school boys; that means perhaps that is the price up, you have talked about kilos and stuff, and that is why this is what we can s... | tɔn a na woreka no gram sei na graham sei mo twɛn me kunu ground dodoɔ sɛ ansa na mo afiase ayi ɔmo sɛ ɔmo tɔn yɛwɔ grams beberee customs bɛtumi de mande school boys ss ɛno kyerɛ sɛ ebia that is the price up waka kilos ne adeɛ ɛno nti wei a yɛtumi abɛyɛ sɛ | mmMM0RvWc-M_019.wav |
Why are the leaves on my pepper plants curling up and twisting together? | Leaf curling in pepper plants is usually caused by tiny insects like thrips or aphids sucking the sap from new leaves. Spraying with neem oil or targeted pest controls stops the insects and allows new leaves to grow normally. | Pest & Disease Control | The selling you are talking about, gram by gram, you wait for my husband at the grounds too much before you take them to jail, claiming they sell grams in large quantities. Customs can send school boys; that means perhaps that is the price up, you have talked about kilos and stuff, and that is why this is what we can s... | tɔn a na woreka no gram sei na graham sei mo twɛn me kunu ground dodoɔ sɛ ansa na mo afiase ayi ɔmo sɛ ɔmo tɔn yɛwɔ grams beberee customs bɛtumi de mande school boys ss ɛno kyerɛ sɛ ebia that is the price up waka kilos ne adeɛ ɛno nti wei a yɛtumi abɛyɛ sɛ | mmMM0RvWc-M_019.wav |
Why do my tomato plants keep dropping their flowers instead of turning into fruits? | Tomatoes drop flowers when they suffer from high heat, erratic watering, or a lack of nutrients like calcium. Keeping soil moisture consistent and mulching around the roots helps flowers stay on and form fruits. | Growth Habits & Water Requirements | The selling you are talking about, gram by gram, you wait for my husband at the grounds too much before you take them to jail, claiming they sell grams in large quantities. Customs can send school boys; that means perhaps that is the price up, you have talked about kilos and stuff, and that is why this is what we can s... | tɔn a na woreka no gram sei na graham sei mo twɛn me kunu ground dodoɔ sɛ ansa na mo afiase ayi ɔmo sɛ ɔmo tɔn yɛwɔ grams beberee customs bɛtumi de mande school boys ss ɛno kyerɛ sɛ ebia that is the price up waka kilos ne adeɛ ɛno nti wei a yɛtumi abɛyɛ sɛ | mmMM0RvWc-M_019.wav |
How do I know when my cassava underground tubers are mature enough to harvest? | Cassava is typically ready between 9 to 12 months after planting, depending on the variety. You can carefully dig up the soil near the base of one plant to check if the tubers have grown thick enough before harvesting the entire farm. | Growth Habits & Water Requirements | The selling you are talking about, gram by gram, you wait for my husband at the grounds too much before you take them to jail, claiming they sell grams in large quantities. Customs can send school boys; that means perhaps that is the price up, you have talked about kilos and stuff, and that is why this is what we can s... | tɔn a na woreka no gram sei na graham sei mo twɛn me kunu ground dodoɔ sɛ ansa na mo afiase ayi ɔmo sɛ ɔmo tɔn yɛwɔ grams beberee customs bɛtumi de mande school boys ss ɛno kyerɛ sɛ ebia that is the price up waka kilos ne adeɛ ɛno nti wei a yɛtumi abɛyɛ sɛ | mmMM0RvWc-M_019.wav |
Why do my seed yams start sprouting shoots inside the barn long before I am ready to plant them? | Yam tubers naturally wake up from dormancy when warmth and humidity build up inside the storage area. Keeping your yam barn well-ventilated, cool, and shaded delays sprouting until the planting season begins. | Growth Habits & Water Requirements | The selling you are talking about, gram by gram, you wait for my husband at the grounds too much before you take them to jail, claiming they sell grams in large quantities. Customs can send school boys; that means perhaps that is the price up, you have talked about kilos and stuff, and that is why this is what we can s... | tɔn a na woreka no gram sei na graham sei mo twɛn me kunu ground dodoɔ sɛ ansa na mo afiase ayi ɔmo sɛ ɔmo tɔn yɛwɔ grams beberee customs bɛtumi de mande school boys ss ɛno kyerɛ sɛ ebia that is the price up waka kilos ne adeɛ ɛno nti wei a yɛtumi abɛyɛ sɛ | mmMM0RvWc-M_019.wav |
Does my swamp rice need to be completely covered in deep water all through its growth? | While swamp rice loves water, keeping the water too deep when plants are young can drown them. Maintaining shallow water levels allows roots to breathe while still preventing unwanted weeds from growing. | Growth Habits & Water Requirements | The selling you are talking about, gram by gram, you wait for my husband at the grounds too much before you take them to jail, claiming they sell grams in large quantities. Customs can send school boys; that means perhaps that is the price up, you have talked about kilos and stuff, and that is why this is what we can s... | tɔn a na woreka no gram sei na graham sei mo twɛn me kunu ground dodoɔ sɛ ansa na mo afiase ayi ɔmo sɛ ɔmo tɔn yɛwɔ grams beberee customs bɛtumi de mande school boys ss ɛno kyerɛ sɛ ebia that is the price up waka kilos ne adeɛ ɛno nti wei a yɛtumi abɛyɛ sɛ | mmMM0RvWc-M_019.wav |
Why are the lower leaves of my maize turning yellow and drying up before the corn is ready? | Yellowing lower leaves usually mean your maize lacks nitrogen food in the soil, or the soil is too waterlogged. Adding fertilizer like urea or well-rotted animal manure gives the maize the food it needs to stay green and build big ears. | Crop Protection and Health | No, we have to act and take what little is left to go and check on our siblings' affairs; it hasn't reached this exact point yet, so the time has come for us to turn things around for them. Um, let's look at the person you gave it to—this is what we call a sweet story, but... | no ɛwɔ sɛ yɛyɛ na yɛde ahomba bɔn kakra na aka no ɛde kɔhwɛ yɛ nuanom dea ɛnduru saa mpɛpɛsuo yi so enti ɛberɛ no aduru sɛ ɛwɔ sɛ yɛdane ma no ɛɛ yɛnhwɛ nipa no a wode ama wɔn wei deɛ yɛka no story dɛdɛ but | LQ0f1ixlQbA_018.wav |
Why are the leaves on my pepper plants curling up and twisting like tiny cups? | Leaf curling in peppers is usually caused by tiny pests like thrips or aphids sucking the sap from under the leaf, or a disease spread by them. Clearing surrounding weeds and spraying organic or recommended neem oil mixtures helps protect the leaves. | Crop Protection and Health | No, we have to act and take what little is left to go and check on our siblings' affairs; it hasn't reached this exact point yet, so the time has come for us to turn things around for them. Um, let's look at the person you gave it to—this is what we call a sweet story, but... | no ɛwɔ sɛ yɛyɛ na yɛde ahomba bɔn kakra na aka no ɛde kɔhwɛ yɛ nuanom dea ɛnduru saa mpɛpɛsuo yi so enti ɛberɛ no aduru sɛ ɛwɔ sɛ yɛdane ma no ɛɛ yɛnhwɛ nipa no a wode ama wɔn wei deɛ yɛka no story dɛdɛ but | LQ0f1ixlQbA_018.wav |
Why are my tomato flowers falling off without producing any tomatoes? | Tomato flowers fall off when the weather gets too hot, when the plant lacks water, or if pests attack the blossoms. Regular watering at the root level and protecting plants from harsh midday heat helps the flowers turn into fruit. | Crop Protection and Health | No, we have to act and take what little is left to go and check on our siblings' affairs; it hasn't reached this exact point yet, so the time has come for us to turn things around for them. Um, let's look at the person you gave it to—this is what we call a sweet story, but... | no ɛwɔ sɛ yɛyɛ na yɛde ahomba bɔn kakra na aka no ɛde kɔhwɛ yɛ nuanom dea ɛnduru saa mpɛpɛsuo yi so enti ɛberɛ no aduru sɛ ɛwɔ sɛ yɛdane ma no ɛɛ yɛnhwɛ nipa no a wode ama wɔn wei deɛ yɛka no story dɛdɛ but | LQ0f1ixlQbA_018.wav |
Why do my young cocoa seedlings keep wilting and dying when I plant them in an open field? | Young cocoa trees burn easily under strong sunlight because their leaves are tender. Plantains or fast-growing shade trees should be planted alongside them first to act as living umbrellas that give young cocoa the shade and moisture it needs to survive. | Basic Field Setup and Planting | No, we have to act and take what little is left to go and check on our siblings' affairs; it hasn't reached this exact point yet, so the time has come for us to turn things around for them. Um, let's look at the person you gave it to—this is what we call a sweet story, but... | no ɛwɔ sɛ yɛyɛ na yɛde ahomba bɔn kakra na aka no ɛde kɔhwɛ yɛ nuanom dea ɛnduru saa mpɛpɛsuo yi so enti ɛberɛ no aduru sɛ ɛwɔ sɛ yɛdane ma no ɛɛ yɛnhwɛ nipa no a wode ama wɔn wei deɛ yɛka no story dɛdɛ but | LQ0f1ixlQbA_018.wav |
Why do I need to put wooden stakes in the ground for my yam vines to climb? | Yam vines need to reach high into the sunlight to make food for the tubers growing underground. Staking keeps the leaves open to the sun and holds them off the damp ground where rotting diseases spread. | Basic Field Setup and Planting | No, we have to act and take what little is left to go and check on our siblings' affairs; it hasn't reached this exact point yet, so the time has come for us to turn things around for them. Um, let's look at the person you gave it to—this is what we call a sweet story, but... | no ɛwɔ sɛ yɛyɛ na yɛde ahomba bɔn kakra na aka no ɛde kɔhwɛ yɛ nuanom dea ɛnduru saa mpɛpɛsuo yi so enti ɛberɛ no aduru sɛ ɛwɔ sɛ yɛdane ma no ɛɛ yɛnhwɛ nipa no a wode ama wɔn wei deɛ yɛka no story dɛdɛ but | LQ0f1ixlQbA_018.wav |
Why do my crops grow tall and thin without yielding well if I plant seeds too close together? | When seeds are planted too close, plants fight each other for limited sunlight, water, and soil food. Proper spacing ensures each plant gets enough resources to grow strong stems and produce heavy harvests. | Basic Field Setup and Planting | No, we have to act and take what little is left to go and check on our siblings' affairs; it hasn't reached this exact point yet, so the time has come for us to turn things around for them. Um, let's look at the person you gave it to—this is what we call a sweet story, but... | no ɛwɔ sɛ yɛyɛ na yɛde ahomba bɔn kakra na aka no ɛde kɔhwɛ yɛ nuanom dea ɛnduru saa mpɛpɛsuo yi so enti ɛberɛ no aduru sɛ ɛwɔ sɛ yɛdane ma no ɛɛ yɛnhwɛ nipa no a wode ama wɔn wei deɛ yɛka no story dɛdɛ but | LQ0f1ixlQbA_018.wav |
Why do my cassava roots start to rot in the ground when the heavy rains come? | Cassava roots rot when left in standing water because flat soil holds excess rain. Planting cassava on raised mounds or ridges allows water to drain away freely so the roots stay healthy underground. | Soil and Water Management | No, we have to act and take what little is left to go and check on our siblings' affairs; it hasn't reached this exact point yet, so the time has come for us to turn things around for them. Um, let's look at the person you gave it to—this is what we call a sweet story, but... | no ɛwɔ sɛ yɛyɛ na yɛde ahomba bɔn kakra na aka no ɛde kɔhwɛ yɛ nuanom dea ɛnduru saa mpɛpɛsuo yi so enti ɛberɛ no aduru sɛ ɛwɔ sɛ yɛdane ma no ɛɛ yɛnhwɛ nipa no a wode ama wɔn wei deɛ yɛka no story dɛdɛ but | LQ0f1ixlQbA_018.wav |
Why do people tell me that planting groundnuts or beans makes the soil better for my next crop? | Legumes like groundnuts and beans take natural plant food from the air and store it in their roots. When the crop is harvested and roots decay, that extra nitrogen fertilizes the soil for future crops like maize. | Soil and Water Management | No, we have to act and take what little is left to go and check on our siblings' affairs; it hasn't reached this exact point yet, so the time has come for us to turn things around for them. Um, let's look at the person you gave it to—this is what we call a sweet story, but... | no ɛwɔ sɛ yɛyɛ na yɛde ahomba bɔn kakra na aka no ɛde kɔhwɛ yɛ nuanom dea ɛnduru saa mpɛpɛsuo yi so enti ɛberɛ no aduru sɛ ɛwɔ sɛ yɛdane ma no ɛɛ yɛnhwɛ nipa no a wode ama wɔn wei deɛ yɛka no story dɛdɛ but | LQ0f1ixlQbA_018.wav |
Should I apply my fertilizer to the soil before it rains or immediately after it rains? | Fertilizer works best when placed on moist soil after a light rain or right before a gentle shower. If applied right before heavy downpours, the strong water flow washes the expensive fertilizer away before the roots can drink it. | Soil and Water Management | No, we have to act and take what little is left to go and check on our siblings' affairs; it hasn't reached this exact point yet, so the time has come for us to turn things around for them. Um, let's look at the person you gave it to—this is what we call a sweet story, but... | no ɛwɔ sɛ yɛyɛ na yɛde ahomba bɔn kakra na aka no ɛde kɔhwɛ yɛ nuanom dea ɛnduru saa mpɛpɛsuo yi so enti ɛberɛ no aduru sɛ ɛwɔ sɛ yɛdane ma no ɛɛ yɛnhwɛ nipa no a wode ama wɔn wei deɛ yɛka no story dɛdɛ but | LQ0f1ixlQbA_018.wav |
How do I know which plantain shoots to cut away and which ones to leave on the main plant? | Keep only one or two strong shoots with narrow leaves called sword suckers alongside the main plant. Cutting away extra shoots prevents them from stealing food and water, allowing the main plant to produce larger plantain bunches. | Crop Management and Maintenance | No, we have to act and take what little is left to go and check on our siblings' affairs; it hasn't reached this exact point yet, so the time has come for us to turn things around for them. Um, let's look at the person you gave it to—this is what we call a sweet story, but... | no ɛwɔ sɛ yɛyɛ na yɛde ahomba bɔn kakra na aka no ɛde kɔhwɛ yɛ nuanom dea ɛnduru saa mpɛpɛsuo yi so enti ɛberɛ no aduru sɛ ɛwɔ sɛ yɛdane ma no ɛɛ yɛnhwɛ nipa no a wode ama wɔn wei deɛ yɛka no story dɛdɛ but | LQ0f1ixlQbA_018.wav |
Why do my young cocoa seedlings burn and die when I clear all the big trees off my land? | Young cocoa plants need shade because intense direct sunlight burns their foliage and dries out the soil moisture fast. Planting shade crops like plantains provides shelter and creates the cool environment young cocoa needs to survive. | Cocoa Farm Management | The white man refers to something as 'due diligence'—do your research first. Pardon the expression, there are many bad people out there, so it is not just because you heard of a scam, or because you have raised your own child, that... pardon me, this is happening right here among us; it is even in Kumasi. | pɛ obroni sɛ yɛfrɛ biribi deal diligence di kan yɛ wo nhwehwɛmu ansa sɛbe sɛbe nipa bɔne nso adɔɔso nti ɛnyɛ sɛ wotee sɛ da asabrewa anaa wonso wama wo akwadaa so woba wei deɛ sɛbe yɛwɔ ha yi ara bɛbia sɛ kumase nkra | U7mqnWPgkgc_070.wav |
Why are the lower leaves of my maize turning yellow in a V-shape while the top leaves stay green? | Yellowing lower leaves indicate a nitrogen deficiency in the soil. The maize plant moves available nitrogen from older lower leaves to feed newer upper leaves, signaling that your crop needs fertilizer or compost application. | Cereal Crop Health | The white man refers to something as 'due diligence'—do your research first. Pardon the expression, there are many bad people out there, so it is not just because you heard of a scam, or because you have raised your own child, that... pardon me, this is happening right here among us; it is even in Kumasi. | pɛ obroni sɛ yɛfrɛ biribi deal diligence di kan yɛ wo nhwehwɛmu ansa sɛbe sɛbe nipa bɔne nso adɔɔso nti ɛnyɛ sɛ wotee sɛ da asabrewa anaa wonso wama wo akwadaa so woba wei deɛ sɛbe yɛwɔ ha yi ara bɛbia sɛ kumase nkra | U7mqnWPgkgc_070.wav |
Why shouldn't I save and replant the seeds from my high-yielding hybrid maize harvest next season? | Hybrid seeds are specially bred for one generation. Replanting saved hybrid seeds results in low yields, uneven crop heights, and weak plants because the offspring lose the vigor of their parent seeds. | Cereal Crop Health | The white man refers to something as 'due diligence'—do your research first. Pardon the expression, there are many bad people out there, so it is not just because you heard of a scam, or because you have raised your own child, that... pardon me, this is happening right here among us; it is even in Kumasi. | pɛ obroni sɛ yɛfrɛ biribi deal diligence di kan yɛ wo nhwehwɛmu ansa sɛbe sɛbe nipa bɔne nso adɔɔso nti ɛnyɛ sɛ wotee sɛ da asabrewa anaa wonso wama wo akwadaa so woba wei deɛ sɛbe yɛwɔ ha yi ara bɛbia sɛ kumase nkra | U7mqnWPgkgc_070.wav |
Why do my cassava tubers rot inside the soil before I am ready to harvest them? | Cassava roots rot in wet soils that drain poorly, creating conditions for fungal diseases to thrive. Poorly drained soil deprives roots of oxygen, causing them to decay underground. | Root & Tuber Crops | The white man refers to something as 'due diligence'—do your research first. Pardon the expression, there are many bad people out there, so it is not just because you heard of a scam, or because you have raised your own child, that... pardon me, this is happening right here among us; it is even in Kumasi. | pɛ obroni sɛ yɛfrɛ biribi deal diligence di kan yɛ wo nhwehwɛmu ansa sɛbe sɛbe nipa bɔne nso adɔɔso nti ɛnyɛ sɛ wotee sɛ da asabrewa anaa wonso wama wo akwadaa so woba wei deɛ sɛbe yɛwɔ ha yi ara bɛbia sɛ kumase nkra | U7mqnWPgkgc_070.wav |
Why do my yam vines grow plenty of leafy foliage but only give me tiny tubers at harvest time? | Excessive leaf growth with small tubers often happens when there is too much nitrogen in the soil. High nitrogen encourages the plant to put energy into growing leaves rather than swelling its underground roots. | Root & Tuber Crops | The white man refers to something as 'due diligence'—do your research first. Pardon the expression, there are many bad people out there, so it is not just because you heard of a scam, or because you have raised your own child, that... pardon me, this is happening right here among us; it is even in Kumasi. | pɛ obroni sɛ yɛfrɛ biribi deal diligence di kan yɛ wo nhwehwɛmu ansa sɛbe sɛbe nipa bɔne nso adɔɔso nti ɛnyɛ sɛ wotee sɛ da asabrewa anaa wonso wama wo akwadaa so woba wei deɛ sɛbe yɛwɔ ha yi ara bɛbia sɛ kumase nkra | U7mqnWPgkgc_070.wav |
Why do the leaves on my pepper plants curl up tightly and look stunted? | Leaf curl in peppers is usually caused by sap-sucking insects like thrips, aphids, or whiteflies that transmit viruses or physically damage the young tissue as the leaves expand. | Vegetable Farming | The white man refers to something as 'due diligence'—do your research first. Pardon the expression, there are many bad people out there, so it is not just because you heard of a scam, or because you have raised your own child, that... pardon me, this is happening right here among us; it is even in Kumasi. | pɛ obroni sɛ yɛfrɛ biribi deal diligence di kan yɛ wo nhwehwɛmu ansa sɛbe sɛbe nipa bɔne nso adɔɔso nti ɛnyɛ sɛ wotee sɛ da asabrewa anaa wonso wama wo akwadaa so woba wei deɛ sɛbe yɛwɔ ha yi ara bɛbia sɛ kumase nkra | U7mqnWPgkgc_070.wav |
Why do my tomato flowers drop off the plant without forming any fruits? | Tomato flowers fall off without fruiting due to heat stress or irregular watering. Extremely high temperatures dry out the pollen, preventing pollination and causing the plant to shed the blossoms. | Vegetable Farming | The white man refers to something as 'due diligence'—do your research first. Pardon the expression, there are many bad people out there, so it is not just because you heard of a scam, or because you have raised your own child, that... pardon me, this is happening right here among us; it is even in Kumasi. | pɛ obroni sɛ yɛfrɛ biribi deal diligence di kan yɛ wo nhwehwɛmu ansa sɛbe sɛbe nipa bɔne nso adɔɔso nti ɛnyɛ sɛ wotee sɛ da asabrewa anaa wonso wama wo akwadaa so woba wei deɛ sɛbe yɛwɔ ha yi ara bɛbia sɛ kumase nkra | U7mqnWPgkgc_070.wav |
Why do my plantain trees fall over during mild winds even when the stems look thick and healthy? | Plantain trees fall over easily when microscopic worms called nematodes or banana weevils eat away the roots underground, leaving the heavy upper stem without a solid foundation. | Plantain & Banana Production | The white man refers to something as 'due diligence'—do your research first. Pardon the expression, there are many bad people out there, so it is not just because you heard of a scam, or because you have raised your own child, that... pardon me, this is happening right here among us; it is even in Kumasi. | pɛ obroni sɛ yɛfrɛ biribi deal diligence di kan yɛ wo nhwehwɛmu ansa sɛbe sɛbe nipa bɔne nso adɔɔso nti ɛnyɛ sɛ wotee sɛ da asabrewa anaa wonso wama wo akwadaa so woba wei deɛ sɛbe yɛwɔ ha yi ara bɛbia sɛ kumase nkra | U7mqnWPgkgc_070.wav |
Why does the top of my soil turn into a hard crust after rain, making it hard for seedlings to shoot out? | Soil crusting happens when land lacks organic matter like decomposed leaves or manure. Without organic matter to bind soil particles together, heavy rain breaks down soil texture and hot sunshine bakes it hard. | Soil & Fertilizer Basics | The white man refers to something as 'due diligence'—do your research first. Pardon the expression, there are many bad people out there, so it is not just because you heard of a scam, or because you have raised your own child, that... pardon me, this is happening right here among us; it is even in Kumasi. | pɛ obroni sɛ yɛfrɛ biribi deal diligence di kan yɛ wo nhwehwɛmu ansa sɛbe sɛbe nipa bɔne nso adɔɔso nti ɛnyɛ sɛ wotee sɛ da asabrewa anaa wonso wama wo akwadaa so woba wei deɛ sɛbe yɛwɔ ha yi ara bɛbia sɛ kumase nkra | U7mqnWPgkgc_070.wav |
Why is it harmful to place chemical fertilizer directly against the stem of my young crop? | Concentrated fertilizer draws moisture out of plant tissues through salt burn. Putting fertilizer directly against stems or fresh roots burns the plant tissue, causing it to wither or die. | Soil & Fertilizer Basics | The white man refers to something as 'due diligence'—do your research first. Pardon the expression, there are many bad people out there, so it is not just because you heard of a scam, or because you have raised your own child, that... pardon me, this is happening right here among us; it is even in Kumasi. | pɛ obroni sɛ yɛfrɛ biribi deal diligence di kan yɛ wo nhwehwɛmu ansa sɛbe sɛbe nipa bɔne nso adɔɔso nti ɛnyɛ sɛ wotee sɛ da asabrewa anaa wonso wama wo akwadaa so woba wei deɛ sɛbe yɛwɔ ha yi ara bɛbia sɛ kumase nkra | U7mqnWPgkgc_070.wav |
Why do my young cocoa seedlings wither and die when I clear all the large shade trees from my land? | Young cocoa plants are sensitive to direct, intense sunlight and high heat. They need temporary shade from nurse crops like plantains to maintain soil moisture and cool temperatures while their roots establish. | Cocoa and Tree Crops | So regarding that, the government has paid attention. The government has put measures in place on the roads, so every district assembly is now the one that will make plans. They will put an end to any laws or machinery that are not good and are harming the farmers. So, whichever road they take, if they are driving, the... | so ɛmo ho no na aban amu n'aso mu nnua wɔ ho aban de nhyehyɛeɛ agu akwan mu a district assembly biara no seesei ɔno na ɔmo bɛyɛ nhyehyɛeɛ a me lao afidie ɛnyɛ a ɛbubu akuafoɔ mo no ɔmo bɛto mu enti ɛkwan biara bɛfa so a ɔbɔ car a ɔnhwehwɛ ɛma wonkɔ so nyɛ adwuma enti a | l14DD_2OC-g_037.wav |
Why should I cut off some of the young shoots growing around the base of my plantain tree? | When too many shoots (suckers) grow together, they compete with the mother plant for soil nutrients and water. Removing extra suckers leaves energy for the main plant to produce large, heavy fruit bunches. | Cocoa and Tree Crops | So regarding that, the government has paid attention. The government has put measures in place on the roads, so every district assembly is now the one that will make plans. They will put an end to any laws or machinery that are not good and are harming the farmers. So, whichever road they take, if they are driving, the... | so ɛmo ho no na aban amu n'aso mu nnua wɔ ho aban de nhyehyɛeɛ agu akwan mu a district assembly biara no seesei ɔno na ɔmo bɛyɛ nhyehyɛeɛ a me lao afidie ɛnyɛ a ɛbubu akuafoɔ mo no ɔmo bɛto mu enti ɛkwan biara bɛfa so a ɔbɔ car a ɔnhwehwɛ ɛma wonkɔ so nyɛ adwuma enti a | l14DD_2OC-g_037.wav |
Why are the lower leaves of my maize plants turning yellow in a V-shape from the tips? | Yellowing lower leaves on maize usually indicate a lack of nitrogen in the soil. Nitrogen is essential for green foliage growth, so adding nitrogen-rich fertilizer or compost helps restore healthy leaf color. | Cereal and Tuber Crops | So regarding that, the government has paid attention. The government has put measures in place on the roads, so every district assembly is now the one that will make plans. They will put an end to any laws or machinery that are not good and are harming the farmers. So, whichever road they take, if they are driving, the... | so ɛmo ho no na aban amu n'aso mu nnua wɔ ho aban de nhyehyɛeɛ agu akwan mu a district assembly biara no seesei ɔno na ɔmo bɛyɛ nhyehyɛeɛ a me lao afidie ɛnyɛ a ɛbubu akuafoɔ mo no ɔmo bɛto mu enti ɛkwan biara bɛfa so a ɔbɔ car a ɔnhwehwɛ ɛma wonkɔ so nyɛ adwuma enti a | l14DD_2OC-g_037.wav |
How can I tell from above the ground if my cassava is ready to be harvested? | Cassava is typically mature when the lower leaves naturally turn yellow and drop off, and the soil around the base of the stem begins to crack open as the tubers swell underground. | Cereal and Tuber Crops | So regarding that, the government has paid attention. The government has put measures in place on the roads, so every district assembly is now the one that will make plans. They will put an end to any laws or machinery that are not good and are harming the farmers. So, whichever road they take, if they are driving, the... | so ɛmo ho no na aban amu n'aso mu nnua wɔ ho aban de nhyehyɛeɛ agu akwan mu a district assembly biara no seesei ɔno na ɔmo bɛyɛ nhyehyɛeɛ a me lao afidie ɛnyɛ a ɛbubu akuafoɔ mo no ɔmo bɛto mu enti ɛkwan biara bɛfa so a ɔbɔ car a ɔnhwehwɛ ɛma wonkɔ so nyɛ adwuma enti a | l14DD_2OC-g_037.wav |
Why do I need to clear tall weeds away from my young cassava stalks during the first three months? | Young cassava grows slowly at first, so tall weeds easily steal light, water, and soil nutrients. Keeping the field clean early on lets the cassava roots build strong tubers before the canopy closes. | Cereal and Tuber Crops | So regarding that, the government has paid attention. The government has put measures in place on the roads, so every district assembly is now the one that will make plans. They will put an end to any laws or machinery that are not good and are harming the farmers. So, whichever road they take, if they are driving, the... | so ɛmo ho no na aban amu n'aso mu nnua wɔ ho aban de nhyehyɛeɛ agu akwan mu a district assembly biara no seesei ɔno na ɔmo bɛyɛ nhyehyɛeɛ a me lao afidie ɛnyɛ a ɛbubu akuafoɔ mo no ɔmo bɛto mu enti ɛkwan biara bɛfa so a ɔbɔ car a ɔnhwehwɛ ɛma wonkɔ so nyɛ adwuma enti a | l14DD_2OC-g_037.wav |
Why do I need to erect wooden stakes for my yam vines to climb on? | Yam vines need to spread their leaves upward to catch sunlight for food production. Staking keeps the leaves off the damp ground, reducing fungal diseases and helping the tubers grow much larger. | Cereal and Tuber Crops | So regarding that, the government has paid attention. The government has put measures in place on the roads, so every district assembly is now the one that will make plans. They will put an end to any laws or machinery that are not good and are harming the farmers. So, whichever road they take, if they are driving, the... | so ɛmo ho no na aban amu n'aso mu nnua wɔ ho aban de nhyehyɛeɛ agu akwan mu a district assembly biara no seesei ɔno na ɔmo bɛyɛ nhyehyɛeɛ a me lao afidie ɛnyɛ a ɛbubu akuafoɔ mo no ɔmo bɛto mu enti ɛkwan biara bɛfa so a ɔbɔ car a ɔnhwehwɛ ɛma wonkɔ so nyɛ adwuma enti a | l14DD_2OC-g_037.wav |
Why do my pepper plant leaves roll up tightly and stop the fruits from growing big? | Leaf curling on pepper plants is commonly caused by tiny insects like aphids or whiteflies that feed on plant juices and spread viruses. Controlling these pests with mild soap sprays or neem extract helps protect the leaves. | Vegetables and Pest Control | So regarding that, the government has paid attention. The government has put measures in place on the roads, so every district assembly is now the one that will make plans. They will put an end to any laws or machinery that are not good and are harming the farmers. So, whichever road they take, if they are driving, the... | so ɛmo ho no na aban amu n'aso mu nnua wɔ ho aban de nhyehyɛeɛ agu akwan mu a district assembly biara no seesei ɔno na ɔmo bɛyɛ nhyehyɛeɛ a me lao afidie ɛnyɛ a ɛbubu akuafoɔ mo no ɔmo bɛto mu enti ɛkwan biara bɛfa so a ɔbɔ car a ɔnhwehwɛ ɛma wonkɔ so nyɛ adwuma enti a | l14DD_2OC-g_037.wav |
Why do my tomato plants suddenly droop and die during the daytime even when the soil has water? | This sudden wilting is often caused by soil-borne fungi or bacteria that block the flow of water inside the stem. Rotating tomato crops with maize or cassava helps clear these disease organisms from the soil. | Vegetables and Pest Control | So regarding that, the government has paid attention. The government has put measures in place on the roads, so every district assembly is now the one that will make plans. They will put an end to any laws or machinery that are not good and are harming the farmers. So, whichever road they take, if they are driving, the... | so ɛmo ho no na aban amu n'aso mu nnua wɔ ho aban de nhyehyɛeɛ agu akwan mu a district assembly biara no seesei ɔno na ɔmo bɛyɛ nhyehyɛeɛ a me lao afidie ɛnyɛ a ɛbubu akuafoɔ mo no ɔmo bɛto mu enti ɛkwan biara bɛfa so a ɔbɔ car a ɔnhwehwɛ ɛma wonkɔ so nyɛ adwuma enti a | l14DD_2OC-g_037.wav |
Why do the central growing tips of my young maize look chewed up with dark dust inside? | This damage is caused by the fall armyworm caterpillar, which feeds inside the leaf funnel and leaves behind its waste. Checking fields early and applying targeted natural or approved controls stops them from destroying the crop. | Vegetables and Pest Control | So regarding that, the government has paid attention. The government has put measures in place on the roads, so every district assembly is now the one that will make plans. They will put an end to any laws or machinery that are not good and are harming the farmers. So, whichever road they take, if they are driving, the... | so ɛmo ho no na aban amu n'aso mu nnua wɔ ho aban de nhyehyɛeɛ agu akwan mu a district assembly biara no seesei ɔno na ɔmo bɛyɛ nhyehyɛeɛ a me lao afidie ɛnyɛ a ɛbubu akuafoɔ mo no ɔmo bɛto mu enti ɛkwan biara bɛfa so a ɔbɔ car a ɔnhwehwɛ ɛma wonkɔ so nyɛ adwuma enti a | l14DD_2OC-g_037.wav |
Why does planting groundnuts in my field make the maize I plant next season grow stronger? | Groundnuts are legumes that have friendly bacteria in their roots capable of taking nitrogen from the air and trapping it in the soil. When the roots decay, they leave behind free natural fertilizer for the next crop. | Soil and Crop Rotation | So regarding that, the government has paid attention. The government has put measures in place on the roads, so every district assembly is now the one that will make plans. They will put an end to any laws or machinery that are not good and are harming the farmers. So, whichever road they take, if they are driving, the... | so ɛmo ho no na aban amu n'aso mu nnua wɔ ho aban de nhyehyɛeɛ agu akwan mu a district assembly biara no seesei ɔno na ɔmo bɛyɛ nhyehyɛeɛ a me lao afidie ɛnyɛ a ɛbubu akuafoɔ mo no ɔmo bɛto mu enti ɛkwan biara bɛfa so a ɔbɔ car a ɔnhwehwɛ ɛma wonkɔ so nyɛ adwuma enti a | l14DD_2OC-g_037.wav |
Why do my crops produce so much more harvest during the main rainy season compared to the minor season? | During the main rainy season, crops receive consistent moisture, optimal sunlight, and favorable ground temperatures, allowing plants to flower heavily and produce full yields. In the minor season, irregular rain causes plant stress, leading to fewer flowers and lower harvest yields. | Seasonal Crop Yields | The main season is 80 bags, you get 10 bags from that, and in the off season, you get 30 bags. You look at the money, or if you calculate it, the money is about 303 million. When you add it all up, that is what you use to pay your labor costs. | aduɔwɔtwe afe ɛyɛ main season no wobɛnya bag aduro no mu naba ayi no off season no woanya bag aduasa wohwɛ sika anaa worekɔ bɛyɛ sɛ sika no million bɛyɛ sɛ 303 wokeka bom a na wode kyɛ wo akatua ho | PnPTyNZVFh8_078.wav |
Is it possible to produce a good harvest during the dry off-season, and how can I keep my crops alive? | Yes, off-season crop production is possible using artificial watering like drip irrigation, conserving soil moisture with organic mulch, and growing shade trees. Off-season harvests often command higher market prices because crop supply in the market is low. | Seasonal Crop Yields | The main season is 80 bags, you get 10 bags from that, and in the off season, you get 30 bags. You look at the money, or if you calculate it, the money is about 303 million. When you add it all up, that is what you use to pay your labor costs. | aduɔwɔtwe afe ɛyɛ main season no wobɛnya bag aduro no mu naba ayi no off season no woanya bag aduasa wohwɛ sika anaa worekɔ bɛyɛ sɛ sika no million bɛyɛ sɛ 303 wokeka bom a na wode kyɛ wo akatua ho | PnPTyNZVFh8_078.wav |
Why does so much of the money I make from selling my crop harvest go toward paying hired farm labor? | Farming operations like land clearing, weeding, chemical spraying, and harvesting require heavy physical work. Relying fully on hired labor quickly drains farm earnings, which is why many farmers use community labor-sharing groups or simple machines to reduce costs. | Farm Economics & Labor | The main season is 80 bags, you get 10 bags from that, and in the off season, you get 30 bags. You look at the money, or if you calculate it, the money is about 303 million. When you add it all up, that is what you use to pay your labor costs. | aduɔwɔtwe afe ɛyɛ main season no wobɛnya bag aduro no mu naba ayi no off season no woanya bag aduasa wohwɛ sika anaa worekɔ bɛyɛ sɛ sika no million bɛyɛ sɛ 303 wokeka bom a na wode kyɛ wo akatua ho | PnPTyNZVFh8_078.wav |
How do I calculate whether my farm made a true financial profit after selling all my crop bags? | To calculate your profit, add up all the money earned from selling every bag of produce, then subtract all your total expenses—including seeds, fertilizers, farm chemicals, land rent, and labor fees. If the money left over is positive, your farm made a profit. | Farm Economics & Labor | The main season is 80 bags, you get 10 bags from that, and in the off season, you get 30 bags. You look at the money, or if you calculate it, the money is about 303 million. When you add it all up, that is what you use to pay your labor costs. | aduɔwɔtwe afe ɛyɛ main season no wobɛnya bag aduro no mu naba ayi no off season no woanya bag aduasa wohwɛ sika anaa worekɔ bɛyɛ sɛ sika no million bɛyɛ sɛ 303 wokeka bom a na wode kyɛ wo akatua ho | PnPTyNZVFh8_078.wav |
How does the traditional harvest-sharing agreement work between a farmer and a landowner in Ghana? | Under traditional agreements like Abusa or Abunu, the final harvested crop or sales proceeds are divided into portions—Abusa splits the yield into three parts (two for the farmer, one for the landowner), while Abunu splits it equally in two. This allows farmers to work land without paying upfront cash rent. | Land & Harvest Sharing | The main season is 80 bags, you get 10 bags from that, and in the off season, you get 30 bags. You look at the money, or if you calculate it, the money is about 303 million. When you add it all up, that is what you use to pay your labor costs. | aduɔwɔtwe afe ɛyɛ main season no wobɛnya bag aduro no mu naba ayi no off season no woanya bag aduasa wohwɛ sika anaa worekɔ bɛyɛ sɛ sika no million bɛyɛ sɛ 303 wokeka bom a na wode kyɛ wo akatua ho | PnPTyNZVFh8_078.wav |
Why do my cocoa trees drop many of their young flowers and pods before they mature? | Young pod drop, known as cherelle wilt, happens when the crop lacks sufficient water, soil nutrients, or light, or when pests attack. The plant naturally sheds excess pods it cannot support, so adequate fertilization and pest management help save the harvest. | Crop Physiology & Health | The main season is 80 bags, you get 10 bags from that, and in the off season, you get 30 bags. You look at the money, or if you calculate it, the money is about 303 million. When you add it all up, that is what you use to pay your labor costs. | aduɔwɔtwe afe ɛyɛ main season no wobɛnya bag aduro no mu naba ayi no off season no woanya bag aduasa wohwɛ sika anaa worekɔ bɛyɛ sɛ sika no million bɛyɛ sɛ 303 wokeka bom a na wode kyɛ wo akatua ho | PnPTyNZVFh8_078.wav |
Why do my young crops wither and die when planted in direct, open sunlight? | Young crop seedlings have delicate leaves and tender roots that dry out quickly under intense heat. Planting fast-growing nurse crops like plantain or cassava provides living shade that keeps the soil cool and moist until the young plants grow strong. | Crop Physiology & Health | The main season is 80 bags, you get 10 bags from that, and in the off season, you get 30 bags. You look at the money, or if you calculate it, the money is about 303 million. When you add it all up, that is what you use to pay your labor costs. | aduɔwɔtwe afe ɛyɛ main season no wobɛnya bag aduro no mu naba ayi no off season no woanya bag aduasa wohwɛ sika anaa worekɔ bɛyɛ sɛ sika no million bɛyɛ sɛ 303 wokeka bom a na wode kyɛ wo akatua ho | PnPTyNZVFh8_078.wav |
Why is my crop yield getting smaller every year even though I plant on the same piece of land? | Crops remove nutrients from the soil every time they grow and produce fruit. If you do not replenish the soil using organic manure, compost, or fertilizers, the soil becomes exhausted, leading to declining yields season after season. | Crop Physiology & Health | The main season is 80 bags, you get 10 bags from that, and in the off season, you get 30 bags. You look at the money, or if you calculate it, the money is about 303 million. When you add it all up, that is what you use to pay your labor costs. | aduɔwɔtwe afe ɛyɛ main season no wobɛnya bag aduro no mu naba ayi no off season no woanya bag aduasa wohwɛ sika anaa worekɔ bɛyɛ sɛ sika no million bɛyɛ sɛ 303 wokeka bom a na wode kyɛ wo akatua ho | PnPTyNZVFh8_078.wav |
Why do insects and crop diseases cause more damage to my farm during the minor rainy season? | Warm and humid conditions during the minor season create ideal breeding environments for insects and fungal spores. Because crops are often stressed by erratic rainfall during this period, they are weaker and less able to fight off diseases. | Pest & Weed Management | The main season is 80 bags, you get 10 bags from that, and in the off season, you get 30 bags. You look at the money, or if you calculate it, the money is about 303 million. When you add it all up, that is what you use to pay your labor costs. | aduɔwɔtwe afe ɛyɛ main season no wobɛnya bag aduro no mu naba ayi no off season no woanya bag aduasa wohwɛ sika anaa worekɔ bɛyɛ sɛ sika no million bɛyɛ sɛ 303 wokeka bom a na wode kyɛ wo akatua ho | PnPTyNZVFh8_078.wav |
Why do wild weeds grow back so much faster than my planted crops after it rains? | Weeds are wild plants naturally adapted to local soils, making them faster at absorbing water, fertilizer, and sunlight than domesticated crops. Clearing weeds early prevents them from stealing critical resources from your main crops. | Pest & Weed Management | The main season is 80 bags, you get 10 bags from that, and in the off season, you get 30 bags. You look at the money, or if you calculate it, the money is about 303 million. When you add it all up, that is what you use to pay your labor costs. | aduɔwɔtwe afe ɛyɛ main season no wobɛnya bag aduro no mu naba ayi no off season no woanya bag aduasa wohwɛ sika anaa worekɔ bɛyɛ sɛ sika no million bɛyɛ sɛ 303 wokeka bom a na wode kyɛ wo akatua ho | PnPTyNZVFh8_078.wav |
Why shouldn't I plant my maize seeds very close together in the same row? | When maize seeds are planted too close together, the crops fight each other for water, sunlight, and nutrients in the soil. This competition makes the plants grow tall and thin with tiny, poorly filled cobs instead of strong stalks with large yields. | Soil and Planting Basics | Sit there and focus your attention on this work; how it is currently and what the arrangements are. The timeline, the process, and the people you will need to carry out this work for you so that it can be successful—you have examined and understood all of it. And as for what remains, what is your thinking? Where do you... | te hɔ wode w'ani kame adwuma yi sɛdeɛ ɛsi teɛ ne adeɛ no nhyehyɛ bɛn na ɛda a kwan mu akuafoɔ a wobɛhia nnipa ɛyɛ adwuma yi ma wo a ɛbɛtumi atim yie no ne nyinaa wahwɛ ahunu na ne nka nkɔ ne nsusuiɛ hefa na wopɛ sɛ m'adamfo anisuo anyɛ saa adesuahu a ɛbɛma ghanafoɔ ahunu sɛ | RdPDiaTidFw_053.wav |
Why does planting beans or cowpeas alongside my maize make the maize grow better? | Beans and cowpeas belong to a family of plants called legumes that take nitrogen from the air and put it into the soil through their roots. Maize needs a lot of nitrogen to grow strong and green, so it feeds on the soil nutrients improved by the beans. | Soil and Planting Basics | Sit there and focus your attention on this work; how it is currently and what the arrangements are. The timeline, the process, and the people you will need to carry out this work for you so that it can be successful—you have examined and understood all of it. And as for what remains, what is your thinking? Where do you... | te hɔ wode w'ani kame adwuma yi sɛdeɛ ɛsi teɛ ne adeɛ no nhyehyɛ bɛn na ɛda a kwan mu akuafoɔ a wobɛhia nnipa ɛyɛ adwuma yi ma wo a ɛbɛtumi atim yie no ne nyinaa wahwɛ ahunu na ne nka nkɔ ne nsusuiɛ hefa na wopɛ sɛ m'adamfo anisuo anyɛ saa adesuahu a ɛbɛma ghanafoɔ ahunu sɛ | RdPDiaTidFw_053.wav |
How can I know if my land is ready and healthy enough for planting tomatoes without using chemical fertilizer? | Healthy soil is usually dark in color, crumbly to touch, holds moisture well without staying waterlogged, and contains living creatures like earthworms. If previous weeds grew thick and dark green on the plot, the soil usually has good natural fertility. | Soil and Planting Basics | Sit there and focus your attention on this work; how it is currently and what the arrangements are. The timeline, the process, and the people you will need to carry out this work for you so that it can be successful—you have examined and understood all of it. And as for what remains, what is your thinking? Where do you... | te hɔ wode w'ani kame adwuma yi sɛdeɛ ɛsi teɛ ne adeɛ no nhyehyɛ bɛn na ɛda a kwan mu akuafoɔ a wobɛhia nnipa ɛyɛ adwuma yi ma wo a ɛbɛtumi atim yie no ne nyinaa wahwɛ ahunu na ne nka nkɔ ne nsusuiɛ hefa na wopɛ sɛ m'adamfo anisuo anyɛ saa adesuahu a ɛbɛma ghanafoɔ ahunu sɛ | RdPDiaTidFw_053.wav |
Why do my pepper leaves roll up and twist even when I give them water? | Leaf curling in pepper plants is usually caused by tiny insects like aphids, thrips, or mites feeding on the underside of leaves, or by a virus transmitted by whiteflies. The insects suck out the plant sap, causing leaves to distort and stunt the plant's growth. | Crop Behavior and Weather Stress | Sit there and focus your attention on this work; how it is currently and what the arrangements are. The timeline, the process, and the people you will need to carry out this work for you so that it can be successful—you have examined and understood all of it. And as for what remains, what is your thinking? Where do you... | te hɔ wode w'ani kame adwuma yi sɛdeɛ ɛsi teɛ ne adeɛ no nhyehyɛ bɛn na ɛda a kwan mu akuafoɔ a wobɛhia nnipa ɛyɛ adwuma yi ma wo a ɛbɛtumi atim yie no ne nyinaa wahwɛ ahunu na ne nka nkɔ ne nsusuiɛ hefa na wopɛ sɛ m'adamfo anisuo anyɛ saa adesuahu a ɛbɛma ghanafoɔ ahunu sɛ | RdPDiaTidFw_053.wav |
Why do my tomato flowers dry up and fall off instead of turning into fruits during hot days? | When temperatures get too high during the day or night, tomato pollen becomes sticky or sterile, preventing proper pollination. The plant recognizes it cannot produce a healthy fruit and drops the flower to save its energy. | Crop Behavior and Weather Stress | Sit there and focus your attention on this work; how it is currently and what the arrangements are. The timeline, the process, and the people you will need to carry out this work for you so that it can be successful—you have examined and understood all of it. And as for what remains, what is your thinking? Where do you... | te hɔ wode w'ani kame adwuma yi sɛdeɛ ɛsi teɛ ne adeɛ no nhyehyɛ bɛn na ɛda a kwan mu akuafoɔ a wobɛhia nnipa ɛyɛ adwuma yi ma wo a ɛbɛtumi atim yie no ne nyinaa wahwɛ ahunu na ne nka nkɔ ne nsusuiɛ hefa na wopɛ sɛ m'adamfo anisuo anyɛ saa adesuahu a ɛbɛma ghanafoɔ ahunu sɛ | RdPDiaTidFw_053.wav |
Why do my cassava roots start rotting in the soil if I leave them buried during heavy rains? | Cassava roots need air in the soil to breathe. When heavy rains waterlog the ground for too long, oxygen is cut off from the roots, causing underground fungal diseases to attack and rot the tubers. | Crop Behavior and Weather Stress | Sit there and focus your attention on this work; how it is currently and what the arrangements are. The timeline, the process, and the people you will need to carry out this work for you so that it can be successful—you have examined and understood all of it. And as for what remains, what is your thinking? Where do you... | te hɔ wode w'ani kame adwuma yi sɛdeɛ ɛsi teɛ ne adeɛ no nhyehyɛ bɛn na ɛda a kwan mu akuafoɔ a wobɛhia nnipa ɛyɛ adwuma yi ma wo a ɛbɛtumi atim yie no ne nyinaa wahwɛ ahunu na ne nka nkɔ ne nsusuiɛ hefa na wopɛ sɛ m'adamfo anisuo anyɛ saa adesuahu a ɛbɛma ghanafoɔ ahunu sɛ | RdPDiaTidFw_053.wav |
Why do my cocoa tree leaves turn yellow and fall off during the dry Harmattan season? | During Harmattan, dry winds and hot sun cause water to evaporate rapidly from leaves. Cocoa trees drop their leaves naturally to reduce water loss and protect their main stem from drying out completely until the rains return. | Crop Behavior and Weather Stress | Sit there and focus your attention on this work; how it is currently and what the arrangements are. The timeline, the process, and the people you will need to carry out this work for you so that it can be successful—you have examined and understood all of it. And as for what remains, what is your thinking? Where do you... | te hɔ wode w'ani kame adwuma yi sɛdeɛ ɛsi teɛ ne adeɛ no nhyehyɛ bɛn na ɛda a kwan mu akuafoɔ a wobɛhia nnipa ɛyɛ adwuma yi ma wo a ɛbɛtumi atim yie no ne nyinaa wahwɛ ahunu na ne nka nkɔ ne nsusuiɛ hefa na wopɛ sɛ m'adamfo anisuo anyɛ saa adesuahu a ɛbɛma ghanafoɔ ahunu sɛ | RdPDiaTidFw_053.wav |
Why are tiny caterpillars eating small holes in the center leaves of my young maize plants? | These are likely Fall Armyworms, a common pest in Ghana that hides inside the central growing shoot (whorl) of young maize to feed on tender leaves. They must be sprayed early in the morning or late evening when they come out to feed. | Pest and Crop Protection | Sit there and focus your attention on this work; how it is currently and what the arrangements are. The timeline, the process, and the people you will need to carry out this work for you so that it can be successful—you have examined and understood all of it. And as for what remains, what is your thinking? Where do you... | te hɔ wode w'ani kame adwuma yi sɛdeɛ ɛsi teɛ ne adeɛ no nhyehyɛ bɛn na ɛda a kwan mu akuafoɔ a wobɛhia nnipa ɛyɛ adwuma yi ma wo a ɛbɛtumi atim yie no ne nyinaa wahwɛ ahunu na ne nka nkɔ ne nsusuiɛ hefa na wopɛ sɛ m'adamfo anisuo anyɛ saa adesuahu a ɛbɛma ghanafoɔ ahunu sɛ | RdPDiaTidFw_053.wav |
Why do my harvested yams start growing roots and shoots in the barn before I sell them? | Yams are living tubers that enter a natural resting phase after harvest. Once warm temperatures and air moisture signal that a new season is near, the tuber breaks dormancy and uses its stored food to sprout fresh shoots. | Harvest and Seed Selection | Sit there and focus your attention on this work; how it is currently and what the arrangements are. The timeline, the process, and the people you will need to carry out this work for you so that it can be successful—you have examined and understood all of it. And as for what remains, what is your thinking? Where do you... | te hɔ wode w'ani kame adwuma yi sɛdeɛ ɛsi teɛ ne adeɛ no nhyehyɛ bɛn na ɛda a kwan mu akuafoɔ a wobɛhia nnipa ɛyɛ adwuma yi ma wo a ɛbɛtumi atim yie no ne nyinaa wahwɛ ahunu na ne nka nkɔ ne nsusuiɛ hefa na wopɛ sɛ m'adamfo anisuo anyɛ saa adesuahu a ɛbɛma ghanafoɔ ahunu sɛ | RdPDiaTidFw_053.wav |
Why shouldn't I save seeds from my harvested hybrid maize to plant for the next season? | Hybrid maize seeds are created by crossing specific parent plants to produce high yield in the first generation. If you plant seeds saved from that harvest, the second-generation plants lose their uniform strength, resulting in lower yields and uneven growth. | Harvest and Seed Selection | Sit there and focus your attention on this work; how it is currently and what the arrangements are. The timeline, the process, and the people you will need to carry out this work for you so that it can be successful—you have examined and understood all of it. And as for what remains, what is your thinking? Where do you... | te hɔ wode w'ani kame adwuma yi sɛdeɛ ɛsi teɛ ne adeɛ no nhyehyɛ bɛn na ɛda a kwan mu akuafoɔ a wobɛhia nnipa ɛyɛ adwuma yi ma wo a ɛbɛtumi atim yie no ne nyinaa wahwɛ ahunu na ne nka nkɔ ne nsusuiɛ hefa na wopɛ sɛ m'adamfo anisuo anyɛ saa adesuahu a ɛbɛma ghanafoɔ ahunu sɛ | RdPDiaTidFw_053.wav |
Why do some cocoa varieties grow very well on my neighbor's land but fail on my own farm? | Different cocoa varieties require specific soil types, rainfall levels, and shade conditions. If your land has poorer soil or gets less water, a high-yielding variety meant for rich, moist land will not perform well without extra organic fertilizer and shade. | Variety Selection & Grafting | What caused this? For you who live in the country, it is those who live there who brought this about. The cocoa season came, mhm, yeah. I am saying, the experience I have lived through and seen is that, as for cocoa, I will grow some—I will plant it, but it won't suit you. But I would like a different variety to attach... | bɛn na ɛkɔfa baeɛ a wo deɛ wote man mu no na ɔmo na ɛte ɛkɔfa baeɛ cocoa sasa bro no ɛbaeɛ no mhm ɛhɛɛ me me se ma experience a metena ase a mehunu yɛ ne sɛ cocoa no deɛ mɛyɛ bi me dua mmɔ wo but mɛpɛ different nua ɛde attakye cocoa no but ɛyɛ cocoa amanfoɔ akoko bordo atwa deɛ | -V1Uo_K60Cg_042.wav |
What is the main difference between traditional local cocoa seeds and the new hybrid seedlings from extension officers? | Traditional local cocoa trees take 3 to 5 years to bear fruit and grow very tall, while hybrid cocoa seedlings produce pods much faster—in 2 to 3 years—and stay shorter, making harvesting easier and yields much higher if well maintained. | Variety Selection & Grafting | What caused this? For you who live in the country, it is those who live there who brought this about. The cocoa season came, mhm, yeah. I am saying, the experience I have lived through and seen is that, as for cocoa, I will grow some—I will plant it, but it won't suit you. But I would like a different variety to attach... | bɛn na ɛkɔfa baeɛ a wo deɛ wote man mu no na ɔmo na ɛte ɛkɔfa baeɛ cocoa sasa bro no ɛbaeɛ no mhm ɛhɛɛ me me se ma experience a metena ase a mehunu yɛ ne sɛ cocoa no deɛ mɛyɛ bi me dua mmɔ wo but mɛpɛ different nua ɛde attakye cocoa no but ɛyɛ cocoa amanfoɔ akoko bordo atwa deɛ | -V1Uo_K60Cg_042.wav |
How can I attach a better cocoa branch to my old, weak cocoa tree so it produces bigger pods? | You can use a technique called grafting or budding. By taking a fresh shoot from a high-producing cocoa tree and attaching it to the trunk of your existing tree, the new branch will grow and produce the large pods of the improved variety. | Variety Selection & Grafting | What caused this? For you who live in the country, it is those who live there who brought this about. The cocoa season came, mhm, yeah. I am saying, the experience I have lived through and seen is that, as for cocoa, I will grow some—I will plant it, but it won't suit you. But I would like a different variety to attach... | bɛn na ɛkɔfa baeɛ a wo deɛ wote man mu no na ɔmo na ɛte ɛkɔfa baeɛ cocoa sasa bro no ɛbaeɛ no mhm ɛhɛɛ me me se ma experience a metena ase a mehunu yɛ ne sɛ cocoa no deɛ mɛyɛ bi me dua mmɔ wo but mɛpɛ different nua ɛde attakye cocoa no but ɛyɛ cocoa amanfoɔ akoko bordo atwa deɛ | -V1Uo_K60Cg_042.wav |
Is it safe for me to plant two different cocoa varieties right next to each other on the same plot? | Yes, planting multiple varieties on the same plot can actually protect your farm. If a disease attacks one variety, the other variety may be resistant to it, ensuring you still get a harvest. | Variety Selection & Grafting | What caused this? For you who live in the country, it is those who live there who brought this about. The cocoa season came, mhm, yeah. I am saying, the experience I have lived through and seen is that, as for cocoa, I will grow some—I will plant it, but it won't suit you. But I would like a different variety to attach... | bɛn na ɛkɔfa baeɛ a wo deɛ wote man mu no na ɔmo na ɛte ɛkɔfa baeɛ cocoa sasa bro no ɛbaeɛ no mhm ɛhɛɛ me me se ma experience a metena ase a mehunu yɛ ne sɛ cocoa no deɛ mɛyɛ bi me dua mmɔ wo but mɛpɛ different nua ɛde attakye cocoa no but ɛyɛ cocoa amanfoɔ akoko bordo atwa deɛ | -V1Uo_K60Cg_042.wav |
Can I plant food crops like cassava or plantain inside my cocoa farm, or will they ruin my cocoa trees? | Planting plantains alongside young cocoa is helpful because plantain leaves provide crucial shade. However, cassava should be kept slightly farther away because its heavy root system can steal water and nutrients from young cocoa plants. | Intercropping & Land Suitability | What caused this? For you who live in the country, it is those who live there who brought this about. The cocoa season came, mhm, yeah. I am saying, the experience I have lived through and seen is that, as for cocoa, I will grow some—I will plant it, but it won't suit you. But I would like a different variety to attach... | bɛn na ɛkɔfa baeɛ a wo deɛ wote man mu no na ɔmo na ɛte ɛkɔfa baeɛ cocoa sasa bro no ɛbaeɛ no mhm ɛhɛɛ me me se ma experience a metena ase a mehunu yɛ ne sɛ cocoa no deɛ mɛyɛ bi me dua mmɔ wo but mɛpɛ different nua ɛde attakye cocoa no but ɛyɛ cocoa amanfoɔ akoko bordo atwa deɛ | -V1Uo_K60Cg_042.wav |
How do I know if my land is suitable for growing cocoa or if I should plant another crop instead? | Cocoa prefers deep, rich soil that holds moisture but drains well after heavy rain. If your land is very rocky, sandy, or gets flooded easily, crops like cashew, oil palm, or rice will perform much better than cocoa. | Intercropping & Land Suitability | What caused this? For you who live in the country, it is those who live there who brought this about. The cocoa season came, mhm, yeah. I am saying, the experience I have lived through and seen is that, as for cocoa, I will grow some—I will plant it, but it won't suit you. But I would like a different variety to attach... | bɛn na ɛkɔfa baeɛ a wo deɛ wote man mu no na ɔmo na ɛte ɛkɔfa baeɛ cocoa sasa bro no ɛbaeɛ no mhm ɛhɛɛ me me se ma experience a metena ase a mehunu yɛ ne sɛ cocoa no deɛ mɛyɛ bi me dua mmɔ wo but mɛpɛ different nua ɛde attakye cocoa no but ɛyɛ cocoa amanfoɔ akoko bordo atwa deɛ | -V1Uo_K60Cg_042.wav |
Why do cocoa trees planted under big shade trees stay green during the dry season while cocoa in full sun turns yellow? | Big shade trees reduce ground temperature and preserve water in the soil, protecting young cocoa from drying out. Full-sun cocoa grows faster in rainy months but suffers severe leaf burn during dry, hot harmattan seasons unless well irrigated. | Intercropping & Land Suitability | What caused this? For you who live in the country, it is those who live there who brought this about. The cocoa season came, mhm, yeah. I am saying, the experience I have lived through and seen is that, as for cocoa, I will grow some—I will plant it, but it won't suit you. But I would like a different variety to attach... | bɛn na ɛkɔfa baeɛ a wo deɛ wote man mu no na ɔmo na ɛte ɛkɔfa baeɛ cocoa sasa bro no ɛbaeɛ no mhm ɛhɛɛ me me se ma experience a metena ase a mehunu yɛ ne sɛ cocoa no deɛ mɛyɛ bi me dua mmɔ wo but mɛpɛ different nua ɛde attakye cocoa no but ɛyɛ cocoa amanfoɔ akoko bordo atwa deɛ | -V1Uo_K60Cg_042.wav |
Why do foreign hybrid cocoa trees seem to catch diseases faster than our older local cocoa trees? | Hybrid varieties put most of their energy into producing lots of pods quickly, which can make them weak against diseases if they lack fertilizer or pruning. Older local trees grow slower and have naturally tough bark, but produce fewer pods. | Crop Behavior & Yield | What caused this? For you who live in the country, it is those who live there who brought this about. The cocoa season came, mhm, yeah. I am saying, the experience I have lived through and seen is that, as for cocoa, I will grow some—I will plant it, but it won't suit you. But I would like a different variety to attach... | bɛn na ɛkɔfa baeɛ a wo deɛ wote man mu no na ɔmo na ɛte ɛkɔfa baeɛ cocoa sasa bro no ɛbaeɛ no mhm ɛhɛɛ me me se ma experience a metena ase a mehunu yɛ ne sɛ cocoa no deɛ mɛyɛ bi me dua mmɔ wo but mɛpɛ different nua ɛde attakye cocoa no but ɛyɛ cocoa amanfoɔ akoko bordo atwa deɛ | -V1Uo_K60Cg_042.wav |
Why do my cocoa trees produce many flowers during the rainy season, but most of them fall off before forming pods? | Cocoa flowers drop when heavy rains wash away pollen, when insects attack them, or when the tree lacks soil nutrients. Pruning extra branches and feeding the soil helps the tree retain flowers so they turn into pods. | Crop Behavior & Yield | What caused this? For you who live in the country, it is those who live there who brought this about. The cocoa season came, mhm, yeah. I am saying, the experience I have lived through and seen is that, as for cocoa, I will grow some—I will plant it, but it won't suit you. But I would like a different variety to attach... | bɛn na ɛkɔfa baeɛ a wo deɛ wote man mu no na ɔmo na ɛte ɛkɔfa baeɛ cocoa sasa bro no ɛbaeɛ no mhm ɛhɛɛ me me se ma experience a metena ase a mehunu yɛ ne sɛ cocoa no deɛ mɛyɛ bi me dua mmɔ wo but mɛpɛ different nua ɛde attakye cocoa no but ɛyɛ cocoa amanfoɔ akoko bordo atwa deɛ | -V1Uo_K60Cg_042.wav |
Why are my young cocoa trees producing smaller pods compared to the trees on older farms in my village? | Young cocoa trees use a lot of energy building strong roots and stems during their early years, leading to smaller pods initially. As the tree matures and its root system expands, the pods will naturally grow larger. | Crop Behavior & Yield | What caused this? For you who live in the country, it is those who live there who brought this about. The cocoa season came, mhm, yeah. I am saying, the experience I have lived through and seen is that, as for cocoa, I will grow some—I will plant it, but it won't suit you. But I would like a different variety to attach... | bɛn na ɛkɔfa baeɛ a wo deɛ wote man mu no na ɔmo na ɛte ɛkɔfa baeɛ cocoa sasa bro no ɛbaeɛ no mhm ɛhɛɛ me me se ma experience a metena ase a mehunu yɛ ne sɛ cocoa no deɛ mɛyɛ bi me dua mmɔ wo but mɛpɛ different nua ɛde attakye cocoa no but ɛyɛ cocoa amanfoɔ akoko bordo atwa deɛ | -V1Uo_K60Cg_042.wav |
How long does a rubber tree take from the time I plant it before I can start harvesting the sap? | Rubber trees usually take about 5 to 7 years to mature before they are ready for tapping. During this waiting period, the trunk needs to reach a proper thickness (around 50 cm circumference) to ensure tapping does not stunt or harm the tree. | Tree Crop Establishment | Wherever you go, you will rather see the land where we have planted rubber that our father left for you. | bi aworba na mmom wobɛhu asaase a yɛde dua rubber yɛn agya wo | bdtqaQEgYWs_044.wav |
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