International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC)
International Trade and DevelopmentAlabama, United States1001-5000 Employees
International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) is a sizeable nonprofit organization that pursues sustainable soil solutions through a mix of research, market systems development, and strategic partnerships. Based in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, IFDC operates in the international trade and development space with the aim of identifying approaches that improve soil health and crop productivity worldwide. The organization emphasizes translating scientific findings into scalable practices by strengthening market mechanisms and collaboration across sectors. Through its partnerships with governments, institutions, and development actors, IFDC advances practical soil-management initiatives that support food security and livelihoods. Their work targets policymakers, development partners, and agricultural stakeholders seeking evidence-based soil solutions and policy support to enable sustainable production. In February 2026, IFDC announced the appointment of Bayella Thiam as chief operating officer, reflecting ongoing leadership development within the organization.