Fertilizer 101 Interactive Map

The fertilizer industry plays a vital role in global food security, yet this contribution can often be overlooked and the industry itself can seem challenging to understand. Fertilizer 101 was created to demystify this process, by offering clear and concise information about each stage of the fertilizer value chain. It is a tool for educating a wide audience, including policymakers, educators, researchers,  farmers and the general public, about the crucial role the industry plays in sustainable agriculture and food production.

Fertilizers are essential for modern agriculture, helping replenish the nutrients in soil that crops need to grow. The fertilizer industry ensures that fertilizer products are made available when and where they are needed most, helping to boost crop yields and ensure global food security. Understanding this value chain is key to recognizing how fertilizers sustainably contribute to feeding the world’s growing population.

We encourage you to visit our Sustainable Fertilizer Academy (SFA), a cutting-edge e-learning experience and community for fertilizer industry professionals to deepen their understanding of sustainability, from sourcing to production to fertilizer use on farms. The online setting of the Academy allows students to tailor their learning pace and work patterns, allowing them to tackle real-world sustainability challenges.

If you’d like to contribute and/or share feedback, please email us at media@fertilizer.org.