Ernestina Osei Tutu is an accomplished Ghanaian farmer, agricultural leader, and advocate for women's empowerment in agriculture. Hailing from Effiduase Asokore in the Ashanti Region of Ghana, she is a proud mother of five whose dedication, resilience, and leadership have made her one of the country's most respected figures in the agricultural sector.
Over the years, Ernestina has received numerous prestigious accolades in recognition of her exceptional contributions to agriculture. Her awards include Municipal Best Female Farmer (2017), Municipal Overall Best Farmer (2018), Regional Best Female Farmer (2022), and the distinguished title of National Best Female Farmer (2024).
Beyond her personal achievements, Ernestina is committed to advancing the role of women in agriculture. She is the Co-Founder and National Chairperson of the Ghana Association of Female Agricultural and Fish Farming Award Winners (GAFAFAW), President of the Eastern Women Co-operative Cocoa Marketing Union (EWCOCO), and a member of COCOSHE (Eastern Regional Chapter).
A passionate advocate for inclusive agricultural development, Ernestina works tirelessly to unite, educate, and empower women farmers, encouraging them to assume leadership roles and actively participate in agricultural policy development and implementation. She is equally dedicated to promoting agriculture as a rewarding career for young people, inspiring the next generation of agricultural leaders and contributing to a more sustainable and prosperous agricultural sector in Ghana.