In 2022, the number of cattle in Ghana reached a total of 2.24 million, which was a slight increase from the previous year, when 2.17 million heads were counted. Overall, the number of cattle bred in the country increased progressively between 2009 and 2022. To rear and keep cattle in Ghana, farmers usually use the free-range system.
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FAO. (December 27, 2023). Number of cattle bred in Ghana from 2009 to 2022 (in million heads) [Graph]. In ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. Retrieved July 20, 2026, from /statistics/1189631/cattle-breeding-in-ghana/
FAO. "Number of cattle bred in Ghana from 2009 to 2022 (in million heads)." Chart. December 27, 2023. ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. Accessed July 20, 2026. /statistics/1189631/cattle-breeding-in-ghana/
FAO. (2023). Number of cattle bred in Ghana from 2009 to 2022 (in million heads). ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Inc.. Accessed: July 20, 2026. /statistics/1189631/cattle-breeding-in-ghana/
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