Catfish Oil Production: The Ultimate Guide to Processing, Profitability & Business Opportunities in Nigeria (2026)
In Nigeria’s booming aquaculture industry, one opportunity remains largely underutilized catfish oil production. Every day, tons of catfish are processed across markets, restaurants, and farms. Heads, viscera, skin, and fatty tissues are discarded as waste. Yet, these by-products hold valuable oil rich in omega-3 fatty acids, widely used in food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and animal feed.











