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A Milestone for Sustainable Indian Agriculture: Mechanized Fertilizer Deep Placement
IFDC is proud to share a milestone in sustainable Indian agriculture: mechanized fertilizer deep placement (mFDP). IFDC, the innovator of mFDP and scaling partner in its implementation, has introduced the zero-till drill for mFDP to a new group of farmers and leaders in India.…
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Advancing Landscape Restoration and Livelihood Opportunities through Partnership and Inclusion
Across Nigeria’s Kano and Bauchi states, communities are taking action toward sustainable soil and land management by adopting practices that contribute to healthier soils, more resilient landscapes, and new livelihood opportunities. A Soil Values field mission to Nigeria, held…
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Fertilizer Crisis Response Bulletin #35 – The Sulfur Shortage Is an Agriculture Problem – and Solutions Are Within Reach
The next fertilizer crisis is inevitable. Whether it becomes a food crisis depends on what we invest in now. Contact Us Today Drawing on contributions from Corey Rosenbusch, President and CEO of The Fertilizer Institute (TFI), and Zachary Stewart, Vice President of Research and…
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Celebrating World Food Day: Boosting Agricultural Production in Burundi
October 16 marked World Food Day, an occasion to highlight the importance of food security and to promote sustainable agricultural systems. In Burundi, official celebrations took place at Amahoro Stadium in Kigamba, under the patronage of the President of the Republic of…
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Growing More, Losing Less: Investing in Seed Storage in Burundi
The Tuduzumwimbu Nyamugari Cooperative was established in 2024 in Gitega Province, Burundi, to produce and market maize, bean, and potato seeds. Since then, the cooperative has been participating in the trainings provided under Phase 2 of the Private Seed Sector Development…
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The PIP Approach: A Driver of Transformation at Household and Community Levels
Calixte Diane Niyibitanga is a wife, mother, and farmer from Burundi’s Mugoboka Hill. In 2025, she undertook training on the Participatory Integrated Planning (PIP) approach under the Soil Fertility Stewardship Project (PAGRIS). This approach has enabled her to gradually rethink…
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Fertilizer Crisis Response Bulletin #34 – Fertilizer Markets: Affordability Improves, But Supply Risks Persist
The next fertilizer crisis is inevitable. Whether it becomes a food crisis depends on what we invest in now. Contact Us Today Global fertilizer markets are showing some signs of relief, but they remain fragile. Lower prices for some products and stronger grain markets have…
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From Migration to Building Livelihood at Home
After losing his trade business in Ethiopia, Awol Adem left Ethiopia for Dubai in 2018 in search of better economic opportunities. Contrary to his expectation, he was exposed to difficult working conditions, low pay, and what he described as a loss of dignity. Awol recalled, “I…
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How Good Agricultural Practices Are Transforming Lives: Ndayisaba Jovithe’s Journey
Ndayisaba Jovithe is a wife, mother, and farmer from Burundi’s Canda Hill. She and her family depend mainly on agriculture for their livelihoods, particularly maize and bean farming. They have a small parcel of land, which means they must make the best possible use of it to meet…
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From Organic Waste to Soil Solutions: Exploring New Pathways for Sustainable Agriculture in Ethiopia
The Transform Soil Fertility Management in Ethiopia (TRANSFORM) program recently organized the National Consultative Workshop on New and Emerging Soil Input Technologies: Advancing Sustainable Agriculture Through Innovative Bio-Based Soil Amendments. Taking place on October 8‑9…