The U.S. Department of Agriculture is seeking agribusinesses interested in expanding exports to West Africa through a trade mission to Ghana (GAH-nuh) this September. USDA's Foreign Agricultural Service is accepting applications through July 3 for the September 22-25 mission. The program is designed to connect U.S. exporters with buyers from Ghana and other fast-growing markets across the region. "This mission to Ghana is a chance to introduce buyers from across West Africa to the highest-quality goods America's farmers, ranchers, and producers have to offer," said Luke J. Lindberg of the USDA. Ghana imported $175 million in U.S. agricultural products in 2025, and USDA sees strong growth potential for poultry, beef, grains, soybeans, animal feed, dairy products, and milk powders. USDA says the trade mission is intended to help create new export opportunities, boost farm income, and strengthen rural economies by connecting American producers with buyers in emerging international markets.