At OCP Nutricrops, agronomy and science are at the core of our mission to optimize soil health.
By understanding the interactions between soil, crops, and climate, we develop fertilizers that not only boost yields but also support long-term soil health and environmental stewardship. Using cutting-edge research and agronomic principles, we create nutrient solutions tailored to the needs of specific crops, climates, and farming practices, helping growers to achieve better results season after season, and helping humanity to produce more food, nutritious food, and sustainably.
We work side by side with farmers and agronomists to design science-driven fertilizer solutions adapted to local conditions. Our approach enhances soil nutrient profiles, improves crop yields, and promotes long-term sustainability. Alongside product innovation, our research teams also focus on knowledge sharing and digital services, ensuring farmers are equipped to care for their soils.
“At OCP Nutricrops, we earn farmers’ trust through science, by understanding soil, tailoring solutions to their needs, and investing for the long term. Our commitment to research and innovation and partnering with the best academic and government organizations globally allows us to develop better solutions, services, and ways of knowledge sharing.” – Leonardus Vertutz, Chief Science Officer
Smarter farming, globally
While agricultural challenges differ across regions, the solution is universal: better science. We promote sustainable and precision agronomy guided by the 4Rs (right source, right rate, right place, right time) and sustainable farming practices, to deliver better yields, improve efficiency, and reduce agriculture’s environmental footprint.
Every geography has its own needs and goals, but our mission remains the same: deliver science-based, regionally adapted solutions that create value for farmers, the environment, and future generations.
From research to real-world benefits
Improving access to nutritious food for a growing population while safeguarding the planet for future generations is a huge task. OCP Nutricrops R&D teams are working with partners across the world to develop advanced soil nutrition solutions and services.
With research institutions such as UM6P, IAV and ENAM in Morocco, Embrapa in Brazil, and ICAR in India, we are pushing the boundaries of agricultural innovation. Through responsible testing, we are developing new fertilizer blends, farming techniques, and technology-enabled solutions to improve soil health.
The more we innovate to nurture soils, the more nutritious food we can grow, not just sustaining a growing population but helping consumers live healthier lives, free from hidden hunger, through more accessible nutrition.
Africa holds immense potential as a science-based agricultural and industrial powerhouse. At OCP Nutricrops, we believe this potential must be unlocked through a just and inclusive agricultural transition.
Our science-led initiatives, in collaboration with OCP Africa, include:
- Comprehensive soil analysis and mapping of 54 million hectares
- Development of customized fertilizers for local needs
- Deployment of farm digitization tools
- Establishment of agronomic testing and crop simulation centres
- Rollout of climate-adapted irrigation technologies
- Training programs and localized decision-support tools for farmers and advisors
- Supporting 4.3 million farmers through a suite of initiatives
Our mission is to empower African farmers with the knowledge, tools, and technologies they need to make informed choices about soil and plant nutrition, improving livelihoods while protecting the planet.