The African Plant Nutrition Outreach Fellowship Program 2026

The African Plant Nutrition Outreach Fellowship supports African scientists, extension specialists, or educators working to improve plant nutrient use and efficiency in African agro-ecosystems.

What it offers

• Awards of USD $5,000 each to support outreach, training, and communication programs focused on improved soil fertility management.

Who can apply

• Full-time scientists, extension specialists, or educators working at an African NARES institution, university, non-profit organization, or in the private sector.
• Students are not eligible.
• Female candidates are especially encouraged to apply.

What you'll do

• Develop a creative plan addressing knowledge gaps or synthesis of existing information to accelerate delivery and adoption of improved soil fertility management practices in Africa.
• Align the plan with at least one of APNI’s high priority initiatives, such as 4R Nutrient Stewardship, Nutrient and Water Management Innovations for Resilient Agriculture for African Drylands, Soil Health Nutrient Management and Diagnostics, Precision Farming, or Farmer-led On-farm Innovation.
• Evidence of partnerships and collaboration will be favourably reviewed.

How to apply

Submit the following in English or French:

• A description of how the Fellowship will lead to improved outreach or implementation of appropriate soil fertility management, including new initiatives, data synthesis, communication tools, training events, or travel.
• Electronic copies of two letters of support, one from the applicant’s supervisor, signed and on official letterhead, including the writer’s phone number and email address.
• A resume/CV with academic degrees and relevant publications or communication products on soil fertility management.
• A short report on how funds were used to support the outcomes of the proposal at the end of the award period.
• Upload all documents during the online application process; prepare electronic (PDF) copies in advance.

Good to know

• The application deadline is September 21, 2026.