The latest AGRA Food Security Monitor shows a mixed picture for Ghana's food markets, with maize prices falling sharply as rice and sorghum continue to rank among the highest-price
The report indicates that the latest AGRA Food Security Monitor shows a mixed picture for Ghana’s food markets, with maize prices falling sharply as rice and sorghum continue to rank among the highest-priced staples in the region.
It further notes that according to the June 2026 report, Ghana recorded a significant decline in maize prices, with the national average falling by 7.8% month-on-month, 11.3% over three months, and 27.7% over six months.
On average, between May and June, the price of maize declined from USD 251 to 241 per metric tonne.
Similarly, year-on-year, prices were 57% lower, representing the largest annual decline among the countries analysed and indicating a marked improvement in maize availability.
The monthly Food Security Monitor tracks food security across 17 countries in Eastern, Southern, and Western Africa.
The report is produced by AGRA with support from the UK Government’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) through the Africa Food Trade & Resilience Programme.
According to the report, Ghana recorded a slight monthly increase of 0.5% in the national average rice price.
Despite modest gains over the past three months (4.3%), prices remained 29.6% lower than a year ago, indicating that current market prices are considerably below the elevated levels seen in 2025.
Ghana, however, recorded the highest rice price among the countries analysed, at USD 980/MT, suggesting continued upward pressure on the rice market, possibly driven by strong demand or import-related costs.
Mali and Togo experienced price declines during the month. In Niger (Niamey), and Burkina Faso, rice prices decreased marginally, indicating relatively stable market conditions.
Nigeria remained the lowest priced rice market in the group despite recording 4% increase from USD463/MT to USD481/MT. Although prices increased, Nigeria’s rice remained substantially cheaper than in neighbouring markets, reflecting comparatively stronger domestic availability.
The national average sorghum price in Ghana declined by 1.2% month-on-month, 2.8% over three months, and nearly 8% over six months. Similarly on an annual basis, prices were approximately 9% lower than a year ago, indicating relatively stable and strong market conditions.
However, Ghana remained the highest-priced sorghum market in the region, with prices at USD523/MT in June, suggesting continued strong demand and tighter domestic supplies compared to neighbouring countries.
Among the Sahelian countries, price movements were generally limited. For instance, Burkina Faso (Ouagadougou) and Mali (Bamako) saw prices fall, with these declines indicating improvement in market stability and reduced price pressures.
