The Sustainable Fertilizer Academy (SFA) is a global learning platform developed by the International Fertilizer Association (IFA). It offers online courses on sustainable fertilizer production and use, soil health, nutrient management, and more. The Academy is designed for farmers, agronomists, students, industry professionals, and anyone interested in sustainability in the fertilizer industry/agri-input sector.
Our courses are open to everyone! Whether you’re a student, farmer, policymaker, or just curious about sustainability in the fertilizer industry/agri-input sector, the SFA is here to support your learning journey.
Pricing is available for both individual classes and complete levels. You can view the full pricing details here.
Yes! The Sustainable Fertilizer Academy partners with regional organizations and institutions to expand access and tailor learning to local needs:
We will continue to expand our reach geographically and to further audiences. For more information, please visit our initiatives page.
The Academy covers a wide range of topics, including:
For full access to the class catalog, please visit here
Each class consists of short video lectures, reading materials, quizzes. You can learn at your own pace and at your own time, and most classes are under 30 minutes long.
We currently offer all classes subtitled in Arabic, English, Portuguese, Spanish, and Turkish
On average, it takes about 10 hours to complete Level 1 and approximately 15 hours to complete Level 2. The time may vary depending on your pace and whether you choose to explore additional resources or participate in optional live sessions.
While we encourage students to complete each level within three months, you will continue to have access to the Academy even after finishing a level. This allows you to revisit materials, catch up on updates, and explore new content added regularly to the platform.
Yes, you’ll receive a personalized certificate of completion for each course or level you finish.
Our certificates are recognized by the International Fertilizer Association and many of our academic and industry partners. While they are not formal degrees, they can enhance your resume or professional profile.
You can register directly on our website via enrolment form.
Yes! The platform is accessible through the TalentLMS app, and we are also exploring to develop mobile-friendly content to improve offline access, especially in remote areas.
We’re working on offline viewing options and lightweight course formats to make our content accessible even in areas with low bandwidth.
Yes. Individuals can sign up directly on our platform and enroll in any class or level of interest. Companies, universities, and associations can request group access, which includes streamlined enrollment for teams or students and applicable group discounts. For group access inquiries, please contact us directly through the website or send an email to [email protected]
All classes include discussion forums, and we host live Q&A sessions with teachers when new classes are added.
You can reach our support team at [email protected] or use the contact form. We’re here to help!