Apply For African Plant Nutrition Outreach Fellowship Award 2024 (Get Up To $5,000)
Applications are now being accepted for the African Plant Nutrition Outreach Fellowship Award 2024. This esteemed Fellowship provides a rare chance to design influential education, training, and communication initiatives focused on enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of plant nutrient use.
By partnering with the African Plant Nutrition Institute (APNI), you can contribute to building a sustainable future for African agriculture.
About APNI
The African Plant Nutrition Institute (APNI) is a not-for-profit research and education organization established in 2019, headquartered in Benguérir, Morocco. APNI’s mission focuses on enhancing plant nutrition to achieve a resilient and food-secure Africa.
Benefits of African Plant Nutrition Outreach Fellowship
The Fellowship provides awards of USD $5,000 each to two innovative African scientists, extension specialists, or educators. This support is intended for programs that improve the use and efficiency of plant nutrients in African agricultural systems.
Eligibility Criteria
- Who Can Apply: Full-time scientists, extension specialists, or educators affiliated with an African NARES institution (National Agricultural Research and Extension System), universities, non-profit organizations, or private sector entities.
- Who Cannot Apply: This award is not open to students.
- Application Requirements: Applicants must submit a creative plan that addresses a knowledge gap or synthesizes existing information to accelerate the adoption of improved soil fertility management practices in Africa. Research aligned with APNI’s high priority initiatives is particularly valued, including:
- 4R Nutrient Stewardship
- Nutrient and Water Management Innovations for Resilient Agriculture in African Drylands
- Soil Health, Nutrient Management, and Diagnostics
- Precision Farming
- Farmer-led On-farm Innovation
- Partnerships and Collaboration: Evidence of partnerships and collaboration will enhance the application. Female applicants are highly encouraged to pursue this Fellowship.
Application Process
To apply, you must submit the following documents in either English or French:
- Program Description: Detail how the Fellowship will lead to improved outreach or implementation of appropriate soil fertility management in agricultural systems. Include descriptions of any new initiatives, data synthesis, communication tools, training events, or travel funded by the award. Ensure sufficient detail for evaluation of the work’s originality, innovative approaches, and potential impact.
- Letters of Support: Provide two signed letters of support on official letterhead, including contact information for the writers. One of these should be from your supervisor.
- Resume/CV: Include your academic degrees and relevant publications or communication products related to soil fertility management.
- Usage Report: At the end of the award period, submit a short report detailing how the funds were used to support the proposed outcomes.
Preparation Tips: Prepare electronic (pdf) copies of these documents in advance for smooth submission during the online application process.
How to Apply
To apply, visit the African Plant Nutrition Outreach Fellowship website.
Deadlines: Application must be completed before September 2, 2024.
Conclusion
This Fellowship is an excellent opportunity to contribute significantly to sustainable agriculture in Africa by improving plant nutrient use and efficiency. Take advantage of this chance to create a meaningful difference. Apply today and contribute to meaningful change!