AQUACULTURE PROJECT

TCP/NIR/3203 (D) “Sustainable Aquaculture Systems for Nigeria” The TCP-project was approved in October 2008 with a budget of USD 410 000 to finance it. It was aimed at contributing towards improving the food security of the most vulnerable populations. The project covers the services of one retiree expert in aquaculture training and planning, one Technical Cooperation among Developing Countries (TCDC) expert in aquaculture hatchery and feed, two National Consultants, as well as FAO technical backstopping services from the Aquaculture Management and Conservation Service. It also covers the cost of a contract for the training of farmers as well as materials and equipment, official travel, training as well as direct operating expenses. A National Project Coordinator was appointed by the Honourable Minister of Agriculture and Water Resources to coordinate the implementation activities of the project. Ibadan, Oyo state was chosen by the project Task Force members as the project field hub. Project implementation activities are on-going.