Apply Now: 2027 Livestock Grant for Aquaculture Farmers
The Oyo State Agribusiness Development Agency (OYSADA), in collaboration with the International Research Partnership (IRP), has opened applications for the IRP Livestock 2027 Grant Programme.
The agency is offering an opportunity for aquaculture farmers in Oyo State to access support for their fish farming activities.
The initiative is part of efforts to strengthen aquaculture production, improve fish farming operations and promote sustainable agribusiness development across the state.
The programme targets farmers and businesses operating within the aquaculture value chain, particularly those involved in catfish farming, tilapia production, fish hatchery operations and fish processing.
Through the initiative, OYSADA and its partners seek to identify and support aquaculture operators while encouraging increased local fish production, improved agricultural productivity and sustainable livelihoods.
Interested farmers are encouraged to complete the online application process before the announced deadline.
Who Can Apply?
The IRP Livestock 2027 Grant Programme is open to aquaculture farmers and operators based in Oyo State who are actively involved in any of the following activities:
Catfish Farming: Individuals and businesses engaged in commercial or small-scale catfish production.
Tilapia Farming: Farmers involved in tilapia cultivation and fish production.
Fish Hatchery Operations: Operators involved in fish breeding, fingerling production and hatchery management.
Fish Processing: Businesses engaged in processing and other related aquaculture activities.
Applicants must be able to provide accurate information about their farms and aquaculture operations during registration.
Information Required from Applicants
Interested farmers are expected to provide the following details when completing the application:
Full name of the applicant.
Geographical location of the farm within Oyo State.
Farm size, measured in acres or hectares.
Type of aquaculture production or business activity.
Active mobile phone number.
Applicants should ensure that all information provided is accurate and complete to facilitate the application process.
Objectives of the Programme
The OYSADA/IRP initiative is designed to achieve the following objectives:
Strengthen aquaculture production and fish farming activities across Oyo State.
Improve the productivity and sustainability of local fish farms.
Encourage investment in fish farming and related agribusiness activities.
Support the development of the state’s aquaculture value chain.
Promote food security, employment generation and economic growth through agriculture.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible aquaculture farmers should visit the official online application portal and complete the registration form.
Applicants are required to provide their personal information, farm location, farm size, type of aquaculture activity and active telephone number.
Ensure that all requested information is correctly submitted before completing the application.
Application Deadline: November 15, 2026.
Apply Here: OYSADA/IRP Livestock 2027 Grant Application Portal.
Organising Agency: Oyo State Agribusiness Development Agency (OYSADA).
Important: This opportunity is specifically for aquaculture farmers operating in Oyo State. The organisers have not publicly specified the grant amount or the exact financial support available to successful applicants. Interested farmers should submit their applications before the November 15 deadline.
