DEVELOPING AN INTEGRATIVE STRATEGY AND STRUCTURE FOR SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION AND PRACTICE IN OKE- OSUN FARM SETTLEMENT IN OSOGBO

Abstract

This study presents a conceptual and three-dimensional (Autodesk 3Ds Max) model of an integrated mixed farming system designed for the wetland ecosystem at Agric Farm Settlement, Oke - Osun, Osogbo, Osun State, Nigeria. The system integrates (i) stilt-elevated poultry housing (6 units, 2.5m high concrete stilts), (ii) lowland rice (Oryza sativa) cultivation on raised paddies, and (iii) fish farming (Clarias gariepinus and Oreochromis niloticus) within an interlinked water maze channel system between rice plantings. The stilt architecture, modelled using Corona Renderer, elevates poultry above seasonal flood levels typical of Oke Osun wetlands, facilitating direct nutrient recycling where poultry droppings fertilize rice and stimulate natural fish feed, while the water maze ensures continuous water circulation. The photorealistic renders demonstrate efficient spatial optimization of wetlands, reduced environmental pollution, improved biosecurity, and potential for increased protein yield per hectare. The design offers a climate-resilient, mixed farming that will encourage future sustainable food productions in Osogbo, and places with similar geographic and climatic characteristics. The sudy recommended that Pilot trial of one module (2 poultry units + 4 paddies) at Agric Settlement for empirical data, collaboration with Osun State Ministry of Agriculture for extension, and economic analysis and water quality monitoring.