Rock Phosphate: A Goldmine for Improving Soil Fertility in West Africa  
Soil Health and Plant Nutrition Research
July 12, 2024
Rock Phosphate: A Goldmine for Improving Soil Fertility in West Africa  
Enhancing Rock Phosphate Utilization for Sustainable Agriculture in West Africa and the Sahel 
Enabling Impact
July 10, 2024
Enhancing Rock Phosphate Utilization for Sustainable Agriculture in West Africa and
Measuring Fertilizer Consumption Progress in Africa
Enabling Impact
July 9, 2024
Measuring Fertilizer Consumption Progress in Africa
IFDC Symposium Working Groups Encourage Action Among Attendees 
Enabling Impact
July 5, 2024
IFDC Symposium Working Groups Encourage Action Among Attendees 
Leading Agricultural Innovator Dr. Neal Gutterson Joins IFDC’s Board of Directors
Enabling Impact
July 2, 2024
Leading Agricultural Innovator Dr. Neal Gutterson Joins IFDC’s Board of Directors
Future Proofing: Unified Action for Soil Health and Food Security
Enabling Impact
May 8, 2024
Future Proofing: Unified Action for Soil Health and Food Security
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Our Solutions

IFDC believes the key to global food security starts with the soil and ends at the supermarket. We strive to develop better fertilizer and production technologies, transfer these improved technologies to smallholder farmers, and connect these farmers to efficient and profitable markets. By working with strategic partners, we build local capacity and ensure sustainable impact. 

5,661

Demonstration Plots Established

945k

Farmers Applying Good Agricultural Practices

331

Public-Private Partnerships Formed

IFDC specializes in:

  • Soil and Fertilizer Research 
  • Market Systems Development 
  • Public-Private Partnerships 
  • Capacity Building and Training 
  • Environmental Stewardship 

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About Us

We are scientists, development professionals, and community members dedicated to scientific innovations that increase global food production, protect the environment, and empower smallholder farmers. Since 1974, we have worked in more than 100 countries to improve food security from right where it all starts: the soil.  

2SCALE Team Building

IFDC is comprised of a dynamic team of individuals working worldwide to help improve sustainability.