IFDC and Auburn University Launch Five-Year Fertilizer and Soil Health Initiative

The International Fertilizer Development Center and Auburn University have partnered on the Feed the Future Fertilizer and Soil Health Innovation Lab (FSHIL). This five-year initiative is funded by the U.S. Department of State and is designed to address constraints to agricultural productivity and food security. The program will develop and scale efficient, locally appropriate fertilizer and soil health solutions to benefit farmers around the world. Rishi Prasad, an Associate Professor at Auburn University, co-leads the effort with Zachary Stewart, Vice President of Research and Development at International Fertilizer Development Center.

The initiative seeks to address declining soil health, inefficient fertilizer use, and fragile input supply chains that limit agricultural productivity. By bringing together universities, research institutions, and private sector partners, FSHIL aims to move promising innovations from research to widespread use. This effort intends to help farmers increase productivity and profitability while strengthening the resilience of agricultural systems.