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Annual Report 2023
(2024) IFDC
In 2023, IFDC achieved notable progress in advancing sustainable agricultural practices and enhancing food security globally. This report highlights the organization's robust financial support, motivated staff, and impactful programs, such as the successful 2SCALE initiative and the newly launched BRIGHT project in Uganda. Significant investments in infrastructure and innovative research have strengthened IFDC’s operational capacity, enabling effective soil health restoration and improved nutrient management strategies. By fostering collaborative partnerships and engaging smallholder farmers, IFDC continues to cultivate resilience against climate change and promote economic growth in farming communities. Looking ahead, IFDC is committed to leveraging these advancements to ensure sustainable food systems that benefit both people and the environment.
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Next Gen Fertilizer Challenges
(2020-9-24)
The Next Gen Fertilizer Challenges, organized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), aim to accelerate the development and adoption of innovative fertilizer technologies that enhance corn production while minimizing environmental impacts. These initiatives are supported by key stakeholders including The Fertilizer Institute, the International Fertilizer Development Center, The Nature Conservancy, and the National Corn Growers Association. The challenges focus on two main areas: the Enhanced Efficiency Fertilizers (EEFs) Challenge, which seeks existing solutions that improve nutrient management without compromising yield or increasing costs, and the Next Gen Fertilizer Innovations Challenge, which encourages novel technologies not yet on the market. Both challenges emphasize the importance of improving nutrient use efficiency to foster sustainable agriculture, support farmers' profitability, and protect environmental health.
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Innovations in the Mechanization of Fertilizer Deep Placement
(2023-04-18) Upendra Singh; Yashpal Singh Saharawat
Fertilizers are crucial for enhancing crop productivity, significantly contributing to India's agricultural growth amidst limited arable land and irrigation resources. Despite a 14-fold increase in fertilizer consumption, nutrient use efficiency (NUE) in India remains critically low at less than 30%, resulting in substantial economic and environmental losses. To address these challenges, the International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC), in collaboration with various stakeholders, has developed an innovative seed-and-fertilizer drill as part of the Assessment of State Fertilizer Scenario and Promoting Efficient Nutrient Management (ASPEN) project. This machine facilitates fertilizer deep placement (FDP), optimizing the application of NPK briquettes at an ideal depth of 5-6 cm, which improves rice productivity by 30% while reducing nitrogen losses and labor demands. The initiative not only promotes sustainable agricultural practices but also aims to transition farmers to an incentive-based production system through potential carbon credit opportunities.
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Availability of Urea for Blending of NPK - A Matter of National Security.
(2024)
This publication explores the critical issue of urea availability in Nigeria, emphasizing its significance for agricultural productivity and national security. Despite Nigeria's capacity to produce urea, farmers face severe limitations due to its scarcity, hampering the utilization of blending facilities for NPK fertilizers. The paper examines the historical context of government interventions in fertilizer supply, particularly the Presidential Fertilizer Initiative (PFI), which aimed to enhance local blending capabilities and reduce dependence on imports. However, challenges persist, including high domestic prices linked to export parity and insufficient prioritization of local markets by urea manufacturers. This analysis highlights the socio-economic implications of urea scarcity, including its effects on food security, rural development, and industrial growth. Recommendations for policy actions are proposed, focusing on ensuring local supply quotas, negotiating fair pricing for urea, and implementing an export tax regime to prioritize domestic needs.
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Fertilizer Statistics Overview Tanzania 2019 - 2023
(2024)
This report provides a comprehensive overview of fertilizer statistics in Tanzania from 2019 to 2023. Official trade data, validated by the Fertilizer Technical Working Group (FTWG-TAN), reveals significant trends in fertilizer production, importation, exportation, and consumption. Key findings highlight a 17% increase in domestic fertilizer production, rising from 39,364 MT in 2022 to 46,098 MT in 2023. Notably, total imports surged by 26% to 789,842 MT, driven by enhanced access to subsidized fertilizers and improved farmer knowledge. The report analyzes major fertilizer categories, including NPK, Urea, and DAP, along with their sources and uses across various crops. Additionally, it discusses the regulatory landscape, emphasizing the role of the subsidy program in promoting fertilizer accessibility.