International Network on Fertilizer Analysis (INFA)
The International Network on Fertilizer Analysis (INFA) was established in December 2020 to build and strengthen the capacity of laboratories in fertilizer analysis and improve quality standards. INFA operates under the Global Soil Laboratory Network (GLOSOLAN). It was set up in response to requests from GLOSOLAN members and partners to harmonize fertilizer analysis methods, and in relation to the implementation of the International Code of Conduct for the Sustainable Use and Management of Fertilizers. INFA's work contributes to the fulfilment of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the 2030 Agenda and FAO's mandate on food security and nutrition. For more information please contact Yuxin Tong and Vinisa SaynesSantillan. Download the INFA brochure
INFA FAQs
How can I register my laboratory in INFA?
How can I register my laboratory in INFA?
Fill in the form (EN, ES, FR) and send it to [email protected] and [email protected]. Once your application has been processed, your laboratory will be indicated on the interactive map. All laboratories receive a certificate of registration when they register in INFA. Please note that this document DOES NOT certify the laboratories proficiency in fertilizer analysis. They cannot therefore be used to certify that a laboratory is INFA-certified or that it has a good proficiency in fertilizer analysis.
Is there any registration fee or annual renewal cost related to the participation in INFA?
Is there any registration fee or annual renewal cost related to the participation in INFA?
No, there is no registration fee or any annual cost to join INFA.
Which laboratories can be registered with INFA?
Which laboratories can be registered with INFA?
All laboratories that carry out fertilizer analysis or are interested in the topic are welcome to join INFA.
All laboratories registered in INFA are indicated on the interactive map. Please note that the map makes a distinction between laboratories that carry out fertilizer analysis on a voluntary basis, laboratories that are interested in the topic but do not yet carry out fertilizer analysis, and laboratories that have an official mandate from their government to carry out fertilizer analysis and regulate this matter at the national level.
Can you tell me more about INFA governance?
Can you tell me more about INFA governance?
The appointment of the Chair and vice-Chair of the network takes place during the annual meeting of INFA. The term of the chair person is two years after election, extendable via INFA decision to a second term. The Chair is, whenever possible, supported by a vice-Chair in all its activities and tasks. The terms of reference for the positions of INFA Chair and vice-Chair are available here.
2021-2023
Chair: Dr Wesley Karl Feldmann (Malawi)
Vice-Chair: Dr Gerardo Ojeda (Colombia)
Who are the national and international partners of INFA?
Who are the national and international partners of INFA?
INFA does not seek to duplicate efforts, but to cooperate with national and international institutions and associations that are already working on the topic. INFA's partners are herewith reported:
Latest stories
Launch of the network on fertilizers
INFA - International Network on Fertilizer Analysis
The meeting was attended by numerous people from almost 100 countries and was successful in establishing the network and defining its main areas of work in relation to both, the work of GLOSOLAN and the Code on Fertilzers .
INFA interactive map
The map reports in different colors the three types of laboratories INFA is working with:
- Green: Laboratories that have the official mandate of their government to do fertilizer analysis
- Blue: Laboratories that do fertilizer analysis on a voluntary basis
- Yellow: Laboratories which do not perform fertilizer analysis yet, but are interested in the topic
Job opportunities in soil laboratories
Is your laboratory/institute opening any vacancy? Let us know, we will inform our GLOSOLAN and INFA members about it!
Network growth
INFA Meetings
Second meeting of the Working Group 1-Harmonization of SOP´s
Zoom platform, 30th May 2023
The INFA members will get together for the Second Meeting of the Working Group 1-Harmonization of SOP's. All INFA members are welcome to participate in the meeting to be held on Tuesday, May 30 from 14:00-16:00 CEST.
INSOP-INFA second workshop on development of SOPs for cadmium in mineral fertilisers |Online
Zoom platform, 1st June 2023
FAO's Global Soil Partnership together with two of its technical networks, the International Network on Soil Pollution (INSOP) and the International Network on Fertilizer Analysis (INFA) are pleased to invite you to a series of activities related to fertilizer quality assessment. .
INSOP-INFA joint meeting on fertilizer quality assessment
Zoom platform, 28 February 2023
FAO's Global Soil Partnership together with two of its technical networks, the International Network on Soil Pollution (INSOP) and the International Network on Fertilizer Analysis (INFA) are pleased to invite you to a series of activities related to fertilizer quality assessment. .
Third meeting of the International Network on Fertilizer Analysis (INFA)
Zoom platform, 25-25 October 2022
INFA members and partners will connect to follow up on the harmonization of quality fertilizer analytical protocols and discuss the role of INFA on current issues related to the efficiency and safety of various nutrient sources.
WG meeting of the International Network on Fertilizer Analysis (INFA)
Zoom platform, 29-31 March 2022
Working groups meeting. The network aims to connect partners and networks towards the harmonization of fertilizers quality and safety standards.
Second meeting of the International Network on Fertilizer Analysis (INFA)
Zoom platform, 29-30 June 2021
The network aims to connect partners and networks towards the harmonization of fertilizers quality and safety standards.
Launch of the International Network on Fertilizer Analysis (INFA)
Zoom platform, 8 - 9 December 2020
The network aims to connect partners and networks towards the harmonization of fertilizers quality and safety standards.