Good news for Ivorian poultry farmers: you are not alone in modernising your farm. Several public and private schemes exist in Côte d'Ivoire to support, train, and finance poultry projects. Here are the main avenues to explore — contact each organisation directly to find out the current conditions.
FIRCA: Training, Advice, and Support for Sectors
The FIRCA (Interprofessional Fund for Agricultural Research and Advice) finances development programmes for agricultural sectors, including the poultry sector: strengthening the technical capacities of poultry farmers, disseminating good biosecurity practices, agricultural advice. A farmer who wants to professionalise their farming practices should definitely engage with the sector's programmes.
PAPAN: The Programme Dedicated to National Poultry Farming
The PAPAN (Support Programme for National Poultry Production), led by the Ministry of Animal and Fishery Resources, aims to develop Ivorian poultry production: support for small poultry businesses, sector infrastructure, and the integration of young people into chicken farming. Follow its calls and news on papan.ci.
Youth Employment Agency: A Gateway for Project Holders
If you are between 18 and 40 years old, the Youth Employment Agency offers funding schemes for projects, including agricultural ones, through its online funding platform. The principle: submit your project, check its eligibility, and receive support in preparing the application.
Microfinance: Tailored Agricultural Loans
Several Ivorian microfinance institutions offer loans aimed at agriculture and small businesses, such as Advans Côte d'Ivoire, Baobab, or COOPEC networks. Compare the conditions, prepare your documentation, and only borrow what your production plan can repay.
How to Maximise Your Chances
- Formalise your project: chosen breed, building, flock plan, outlets.
- Keep records: purchases, mortality, sales — funders love real numbers.
- Start small and prove: a successful first flock is your best application.
- Get information from the source: official sites, local branches, poultry interprofession.
At NEXTEKCI, a hatchery in Agnibilékrou since 2006, we see farmers transition from dreams to chicken coops every week. To discuss your modernisation project and choose the right chicks, message us on WhatsApp at +225 05 44 83 27 79: an advisor will be happy to respond.