November 2024 Newsletter

IFDC Celebrates 50 Years of Impact ??

"Future Proofing: Unified Action for Soil Health and Food Security"

As a continuation of the organization’s first symposium this year, IFDC hosted a second symposium, “Future Proofing: Unified Action for Soil Health and Food Security,” on November 4 at KIT Institute in Amsterdam.

The event brought together global experts, policymakers, researchers, leaders, and more to connect, discuss, and strategize on enhancing soil health and global food security. From innovative approaches to shared solutions, each panel and interactive working group has enriched the conversation for a sustainable future.

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November Project Feature: AfricaFertilizer

AfricaFertilizer?is an IFDC initiative that seeks to provide clear, relevant, and opportune data and market analysis on fertilizers in sub-Saharan Africa. Its aim is to support the implementation of continental, regional, and national agricultural policies; support the growth and development of competitive markets; and stimulate actionable insights within the African fertilizer sector.

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50th Anniversary News

IFDC Marks 50 Years of Agricultural Impact with Open Door Celebration in Ethiopia

IFDC celebrated a remarkable milestone on October?28 by hosting this year’s final Open Door event in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to mark 50 years of globally advancing agricultural transformation. Partners and key players from donor organizations gathered to honor IFDC’s legacy in Ethiopia and the organization's vision for a more sustainable future worldwide.

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Watch Now—IFDC's History: 50 Years of Developing Agriculture from the Ground Up

For five decades, IFDC has advanced solutions to some of agriculture’s greatest challenges. Through innovations in soil fertility, fertilizer use, and resource management, our donors, partners, and dedicated staff have worked to support smallholder farmers, enhance food security, and build resilient food systems worldwide. View our journey in enhancing sustainable agriculture globally.

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Recent News and Blogs

From the Ground Up: Caring for Soils to Nourish the Future

Register now for our World Soil Day webinar! Join us on December 5 as we address the importance of sustainable fertilizer use and farming practices to enhance soil health and achieve global food security. Hear from leading experts on how these practices can mitigate hunger and poverty while fostering environmental stewardship.

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Revolutionizing Agriculture in Bangladesh

In a special interview hosted by Muntasir Saqib Khan, Country Director of Bangladesh, Dr. Upendra Singh, Vice President of Research, highlights IFDC’s 45-year legacy in Bangladesh, where groundbreaking innovations like Urea Deep Placement (UDP) and climate-smart technologies have revolutionized farming.

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Focus on: the Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health Action Plan

In a recent CNBC Africa segment, IFDC President and CEO Henk van Duijn discussed the Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health Action Plan, a comprehensive initiative to boost soil health, increase fertilizer use, and promote sustainable agriculture across Africa. Van Duijn outlined IFDC’s role in supporting African countries to translate this ambitious action plan into national agricultural investment plans.

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Building Resilience through Community Action in Uganda

Severe erosion, mudslides, and declining soil fertility have threatened livelihoods in Western Uganda, but through Integrated Farm Planning meetings, the community has developed a plan to rehabilitate its local watershed. Over 1,700 households now work together to construct soil and water conservation structures to slow rainwater runoff and enhance income.

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MAPA and Embrapa Sign Partnership with IFDC to Strengthen Fertilizer Innovation

From October 28 to 30, representatives from Embrapa and the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA) in Brazil visited the United States on a mission aimed at developing fertilizer technologies. The highlight of the technical visit was the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with IFDC in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, to innovate and enhance sustainability in Brazil's agriculture sector.

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Strengthening the Implementation of Irish Potato Regulations in Kenya

With support from the PCB project, 17?County Executive Committee Members from across Kenya, along with representatives from national and county governments and farmer organizations, convened in Nakuru to advance the implementation of Kenya’s Crops Regulations, 2019. These efforts are intended to make Kenya’s potato industry more competitive and ensure fair market access, especially for smallholder farmers.

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