The International Federation of Agricultural Journalists (IFAJ), Alltech has named Joy News’ Joseph Opoku Gakpo as the winner of the International Award for Leadership in Agricultural Journalism.
The International Federation awarded the reporter for his works in environmental, agricultural and rural development.
IFAJ also appreciated the numerous production of audio-visuals, articles and media broadcast by the journalist geared towards societal development particularly agriculture.
The IFAJ-Alltech International Award for Leadership in Agricultural Journalism aligns with Alltech’s vision for a Planet of PlentyTM, in which a world of abundance is made possible through the adoption of new technologies, better farm management practices and human ingenuity.
Hence, the award is held to honor Alltech’s late founder, Dr Pearse Lyons, who was a passionate storyteller with a great respect for agricultural journalists.
The award complements the young leader program that Alltech co-founded with IFAJ in 2005, which supports mentorship and education.
"Alltech has long recognized and supported agricultural journalists’ role in mobilizing knowledge to farmers around the world.
“Alltech’s commitment to professional development for agricultural journalists directly benefits farmers by enhancing those skills that producers look to for balanced, evidence-based information that can help them be profitable, knowledgeable and sustainable,” IFAJ president Owen Roberts said.
Mr Opoku Gakpo is a Cornell University Fellow, winner of the International Federation of Agricultural Journalists’ Star Prize, winner of the MTN Heroes of Change Award and three-time winner of the Ghana Journalists Association Award in agriculture, sustainable development goals and poverty reduction reporting.
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