Breaking the Cycle of Poverty and Hunger A n n u a l R e p o r t 1 9 9 9 International Fertilizer Development Center 1 IFDC Profile IFDC is a public, nonprofit, international organization dedicated to conduct its work independently and on a scientifically sound basis. IFDC was founded in 1974 to help in the quest for global food security. The Centers goal is increasing agricultural productivity in a sustainable manner through the development and transfer of effective, environmentally sound plant nutrient technology and agricultural marketing expertise. The Center has conducted technology transfer activities in more than 120 countries. IFDC has contributed to the development of human resources and institutional capacity building in 150 countries through some 600 training programs. Its cadre of scientists and professionals provide a unique mix of applied research and technology transfer capabilities. The Centers facilities include libraries, laboratories, greenhouses, pilot plant, training facilities, and field stations in Africa. Focus IFDCs work focuses on: Policy analyses and reform and institutional capacity building to develop competitive markets for agricultural inputs and outputs; Provision of tools and information for more efficient and environmentally sound management of plant nutrients; Information and recommendations to improve and sustain soil fertility and land productivity; Provision of technical assistance and knowledge to enhance the efficiency and safety of plant nutrient production and supply; Training for human resource development in all areas of work. Structure IFDCs organizational structure is comprised of the following four operating divisions: 1. Research and Development; this division conducts strategic and applied research and training in nutrient management and soil fertility, crop modeling and fertilizer policy; 2. Outreach; this division concentrates on technical assistance and technology transfer and training to improve efficiency of the fertilizer and agriculture sectors; 3. IFDC-Africa, located at Lomé, Togo; this division addresses the constraints to improving soil fertility and agricultural productivity of countries in Africa, particularly those in the western region; 4. IFDC-Asia located in Dhaka, Bangladesh; this division concentrates on improving input and output marketing in the South and Southeast Asian countries. In addition to these divisions, the Human Resources Development Unit coordinates global training programs and workshops. The Finance, Administration, and Support Services Unit coordinates the accounting, personnel, purchasing, word processing, graphics, library services, support services, and visitor relations for IFDC. Locations and Funding Besides its Headquarters in Muscle Shoals, AL (U.S.A.), IFDC has offices and staff stationed in Albania, Bangladesh, Ecuador, Kenya, Kosovo, Mozambique, Niger, Togo, Uruguay, and Washington, DC. The Center collaborates with the international agricultural research centers (IARCs), numerous national organiza- tions, private-sector and nongovernmental organizations around the world. Partners and clients are diverse and include bilateral and multilateral development agencies, host-government institutions, and private enterprises. Much of the Centers revenue is generated from long-term, donor-funded, market development projects through which its staff members transfer policy and technology improvements in emerging economies. Vision The vision of IFDC focuses on contributing significantly to food security and economic progress by promoting sustainable agricultural development across the world through the efficient and environmentally sound management of plant nutrients in conjunction with other agricultural inputs and natural resources. Mission Statement To facilitate the sustainable improvement of agricultural productivity through the development and transfer of effective and environmentally sound plant-nutrient technology and agricultural marketing expertise. 2 IFDC Annual Report, 1999 Breaking the Cycle of Poverty and Hunger Letter From the Chairman of the Board .............................................................. 5 Carta del Presidente de la Junta Directiva .......................................................... 7 Lettre du Président du Conseil dAdministration .................................................. 9 Message From IFDCs President and Chief Executive Officer .................................11 Mensaje del Presidente y Jefe Ejecutivo del IFDC............................................... 13 Message du Président-Directeur Général de lIFDC............................................. 15 Guest Essay by Dr. Vaclav Smil ........................................................................ 17 Highlights of IFDCs Achievements During 1999 ................................................. 25 Paving Pathways to Progress Via Agribusiness, Research, and Training .............. 36 Project in Albania Advances That Countrys Economic Growth ........................ 37 New Trade Association Project in Albania Exceeds Investment Goals.............. 40 Urea Supergranules Translate Into Increased Yields and Greater Profits for Bangladeshi Farmers ................................................................... 42 Kosovars Take Steps Toward Market Agriculture............................................ 45 Integrated Soil Fertility Management Provides Option for Farmers of Sub-Saharan Africa ..................................................................... 48 Strategic Framework for Africas Agricultural Input Supply System: Blueprint to Food Security ........................................................................... 50 IFDC-Africa Coordinates Consortium to Combat Nutrient Depletion in West African Savannas ............................................................. 53 Brazilian Scientists Research Translates Into Lower Costs of Fertilizers for Farmers .............................................................................. 55 Entrepreneur From Malawi Continues to Benefit From IFDC Training................ 57 The Role of Micronutrient Research in Human Nutrition ................................. 59 A Cost-Effective Strategy Increases Yield of High-Value Canola Crop ............... 61 Financial Highlights ........................................................................................ 63 IFDCs Revenue Sources, 1999 .......................................................................... 64 IFDCs Staff (as of December 31, 1999) ............................................................. 65 IFDCs Board of Directors ................................................................................. 67 (as of December 31, 1999) ............................................................................... 67 IFDCs Publications, 1999 ................................................................................. 69 IFDCs Offices (as of July 2000) ....................................................................... 73 3 Acronyms AAATA Assistance to Albanian Agricultural Trade Associations IDSS Information and Decision Support System ACFD African Centre for Fertilizer Development IDST Integrated Decision Support Toolbox AFADA Albanian Fertilizer and Agribusiness Dealers Association IFA International Fertilizer Industry Association AIMSP Agricultural Input Market Strengthening Project IFAD International Fund for Agricultural Development ANMAT Adapting Nutrient Management Technologies Project IFPRI International Food Policy Research Institute ATDP Agrobased Industries and Technology Development IGAU Indira Gandhi Agricultural University Project IITA International Institute for Tropical Agriculture BOYSCAST Better Opportunity for Young Scientists in Chosen Areas of IMC International Minerals and Chemical Corporation Science and Technology INIA National Agricultural Research Institute CGIAR Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research INRAB Institut National de Recherches Agricoles du Benin CIAT Centro Internacional de Agricultura Tropical IRRI International Rice Research Institute CIDA Canadian International Development Agency JIRCAS Japan International Research Center for Agricultural CIMMYT Centro Internacional de Mejoramiento de Maiz y Trigo Sciences CIP Centro Internacional de la Papa KODAA Kosovo Dealers and Agri-Inputs Association CNDC Combating Nutrient Depletion Consortium KR2 Second Kennedy Round CNFA The Citizens Network for Foreign Affairs NARS national agricultural research system CORDAID Catholic Organization for Relief and Development Aid NGOs nongovernmental organizations CPC crop protection chemicals NOAA National Oceanic and Atmospheric Agency DGIS Netherlands Minister for Development Cooperation NORAD Norwegian Agency for Development DSS Decision Support Systems PMIL Produce Mart International, Ltd. DSSAT Decision Support Systems for Agro-Technology Transfer RSMML Rajasthan State Mining & Minerals Ltd. EACP East Africa Cereals Program SDC Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation ECA Economic Commission for Africa SRFSA Sustaining the Restructured Fertilizer Subsector in Albania ECAMAW East and Central Africa Maize and Wheat SSA sub-Saharan Africa EMBRAPA Empresa Brasileira de Pesquisa Agropecuaria TFI The Fertilizer Institute EPHTA Ecoregional Program for the Humid and Subhumid TSBF Tropical Soil Biology and Fertility Programme Tropics of Sub-Saharan Africa TVA Tennessee Valley Authority FAO Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations UEMOA West