APNI Releases Annual Report Celebrating First Five Years of Growth
The African Plant Nutrition Institute (APNI) proudly announces the release of its 2024 Annual Report: Celebrating Five Years of Growth. The report reflects upon the organization’s growth, R&D outputs, capacity building efforts, and strategic partnerships. It provides a convincing array of innovative ideas and evidence that places plant nutrition as a key lever for agricultural development in Africa.
The Report details APNI’s portfolio of research initiatives organized within four thematic areas of impact, including: development and implementation of smallholder-specific 4R Nutrient Stewardship practices (4R4 Africa); data-driven and participatory on-farm experimentation (Empower-OFE); restored health, diversity and value at landscape scales (Land CAPITAL); and agricultural resilience for Africa’s drylands (RAFAD).
APNI’s is building scientific capacity both through its GROWING Africa platform of credible and farm-ready science-based information. Its EXCEL Africa initiative continues to provide substantial research funding and mentorship opportunities that are helping to cultivate the next generation of plant nutrition scientists and leaders in sustainable agriculture.
“Five years since its inception, the African Plant Nutrition Institute continues to grow as a trusted source of insight and innovation for data-informed, context-specific agronomy in Africa. This 2024 Annual Report marks a moment to assess our progress, sharpen our direction, and remain accountable to the people and purpose that guide our work,” explains Mr. Hicham El Habti, APNI Board Chair (2019-2024).
“Looking ahead to 2030, climate volatility, demographic shifts, and market disruptions will continue to test Africa’s agricultural systems. APNI’s task is to invest in site-specific research, enable farmer-led innovation, and contribute to policies that protect both yields and ecosystems. The principles that guide us – scientific integrity, local relevance, and strategic alignment to Africa’s priorities – are more necessary now than ever.”
The Report serves as a testament to the organization’s partnerships within and outside the African continent. Collaborations with the National Agricultural Research and Extension Systems, CGIAR Institutions, Fertilizer Industry, Continental and Regional organizations, and other public and private organizations have enabled APNI to continue to conduct credible and contextually relevant science for impactful solutions.
“At APNI, we recognize that as Africa moves towards the next century it will not only demand more food, but also, more food of greater quality and diversity to improve health outcomes,” explains Dr. Kaushik Majumdar, Director General of APNI.
“It will also demand that natural ecosystems are left untouched and biodiversity maintained to support ecosystem services. Our next five-year plan aspires to support sustainable intensification that produces adequate and diverse nutritious food and commodities through responsible plant nutrition and cropping system management while fostering broader development goals.”
To access the full Annual Report, please visit https://www.apni.net/annual-reports/