DFZN field team inspecting a ranch
About DFZN
About DFZN

Transforming livestock through trust, health and intelligence.

DFZN is a national platform supporting the planning, implementation and digital management of internationally aligned Disease-Free Zones across Nigeria.

Who we are

A connected platform for lasting livestock progress

We combine modern technology with internationally recognized livestock practices to improve animal health, strengthen biosecurity and create verifiable traceability.

Our work connects institutions and people across the value chain, turning fragmented activity into a coordinated national system built for resilience and growth.

DFZN stakeholders during a livestock field visit
Working in the field

Transformation built with the people closest to livestock production.

DFZN works alongside producers, veterinary professionals, public institutions and communities to design systems that function in real operating environments.

A clear national vision

Position Nigeria as a globally competitive leader in livestock production, animal health and traceability.

A focused mission

Build disease-free systems that improve productivity, prevent outbreaks and enable trusted market access.

A coordinated ecosystem

Bring producers, veterinarians, government, research and investment partners around shared standards.

National transformation

Shared intelligence. Shared standards. Shared opportunity.

Partnership
Investment
Food security