The African Plant Nutrition Outreach Fellowship 2026 offers up to $5,000 to African scientists, extension specialists, or educators for programs improving plant nutrient use in African agro-ecosystems. Applicants need to submit a creative plan addressing knowledge gaps or synthesizing existing information for improved soil fertility management. Students are not eligible, but female candidates are encouraged.
By African Plant Nutrition Institute (APNI)
The African Plant Nutrition Outreach Fellowship 2026 supports African scientists, extension specialists, and educators. This initiative is designed for individuals who are conducting education, training, and communication programs. These programs must be relevant to enhancing the use and efficiency of plant nutrients within African agro-ecosystems. The fellowship aims to foster advancements in agricultural practices across the continent. The African Plant Nutrition Institute (APNI), a non-profit research and education organization established in 2019 and headquartered in Benguérir, Morocco, sponsors this fellowship. APNI's core mission is to promote enhanced plant nutrition, contributing to a more resilient and food-secure Africa. The fellowship aligns with this mission by empowering professionals to disseminate critical knowledge and implement effective strategies. Fellows are expected to submit a creative plan that addresses current knowledge gaps or synthesizes existing information. The ultimate goal of these plans should be to accelerate the delivery and adoption of improved soil fertility management practices in Africa. Special emphasis is placed on ongoing research that aligns with APNI’s high-priority initiatives. These high-priority initiatives include 4R Nutrient Stewardship, Nutrient and Water Management Innovations for Resilient Agriculture for African Drylands, Soil Health Nutrient Management and Diagnostics, Precision Farming, and Farmer-led On-farm Innovation. The fellowship strongly encourages collaboration, and evidence of partnerships will be viewed favorably. Female candidates are specifically encouraged to apply.
Full-time scientists, extension specialists, or educators working at an African NARES institution (National Agricultural Research and Extension System), university, non-profit organization, or in the private sector are eligible. Students are not eligible. Applicants must submit a creative plan addressing knowledge gaps or needed synthesis of existing information for accelerated delivery and adoption of improved soil fertility management practices in Africa. Of particular interest is on-going research that is aligned with at least one of APNI’s high-priority initiatives: 4R Nutrient Stewardship, Nutrient and Water Management Innovations for Resilient Agriculture for African Drylands, Soil Health Nutrient Management and Diagnostics, Precision Farming, and Farmer-led On-farm Innovation. Evidence of partnerships and collaboration will be favorably reviewed. Female candidates are especially encouraged to apply.