International Fertilizer Development Center

A science-based nonprofit headquartered in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, IFDC operates as a global applied research and development center advancing nutrient management innovations. Co-located analytical laboratories, greenhouse facilities, and a large-scale granulation pilot plant enable rapid validation and scale-up of new formulations with direct support from in-house process engineers. A worldwide field presence and partnerships with manufacturers, distributors, and governments connect innovations to production, distribution, and farmer adoption. Work is supported by USAID and other U.S. government agencies, multilateral development banks, and international donors. Contract analytical, pilot-plant, and advisory services offer practical pathways to commercialization.