Nigeria Fertilizer Calculator

Calculate NPK fertilizer needs for your crops with local product recommendations, prices, and subsidy information.

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🌱 NPK Requirement (per hectare)
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Nitrogen (N) kg/ha
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Phosphorus (P₂O₅) kg/ha
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Potassium (K₂O) kg/ha

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🌿 Organic Alternatives

Equivalent organic inputs to supply the same nitrogen. Organic sources also improve soil structure.

💡 Why Soil Testing Matters
Why should I test my soil?

Soil testing reveals exactly what nutrients your soil already has. Without it, you might over-apply (wasting money) or under-apply (limiting yields).

When NOT to apply fertilizer

Avoid applying on waterlogged soil, during heavy rain, or when crops are drought-stressed. Do not apply urea on hot, dry surfaces.

Fertilizer safety tips

Store in dry, cool places away from children and animals. Wear gloves. Never mix different fertilizers unless recommended.

Data Sources: FAOSTAT (FAO), Malawi National Statistics, World Bank, CGIAR.
Fertilizer recommendations are indicative — consult your local extension officer. Last updated: 2026.

Fertilizer Use in Nigeria

Nigeria is Africa's most populous country and one of its largest fertilizer consumers, with annual demand exceeding 2 million tonnes. Agriculture employs about 35% of the population, with maize, rice, cassava, yam, sorghum, millet, and cowpeas as the main food crops, and cocoa, oil palm, sesame, and cashews as key cash crops. Nigeria has significant domestic fertilizer production capacity, with the Dangote Fertilizer plant in Lagos (one of the world's largest urea plants), Indorama Eleme Petrochemicals, and NOTORE Chemical Industries producing urea and compound fertilizers. The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (FMARD) coordinates fertilizer policy, while the Fertilizer Producers and Suppliers Association of Nigeria (FEPSAN) manages the private sector distribution network. The Presidential Fertilizer Initiative (PFI) was launched to boost local blending capacity and reduce import dependence.

Common Fertilizer Types

NPK 15-15-15 is the most widely consumed compound fertilizer in Nigeria, suitable for a broad range of crops across the country's diverse agroecological zones. Urea (46-0-0), now produced in large quantities domestically, is the standard nitrogen top-dressing for cereals and vegetables. NPK 20-10-10 is popular for maize and rice production. NPK 27-13-13 is used in some states for specific crop recommendations. SSP is applied in the Sudan-Sahel zone for groundnut production. For cocoa in the South-West, specialized NPK formulations are recommended. The Presidential Fertilizer Initiative encouraged state-level fertilizer blending plants, leading to a proliferation of regionally adapted blends. Organic fertilizers, including poultry manure and compost, are increasingly promoted as complements to mineral fertilizer, particularly for vegetable and horticultural production.

Subsidy Programs & Access

Nigeria's fertilizer subsidy program has undergone several reforms, moving from the Growth Enhancement Support Scheme (GES, using e-wallet mobile phone vouchers) to the current system where states procure and distribute subsidized fertilizer to registered farmers. Under the current arrangement, each state government determines the subsidy rate (typically 25 to 50% off market price) and manages distribution through its Agricultural Development Programme (ADP). The Federal Government supports through the Presidential Fertilizer Initiative (PFI), which facilitates local blending by providing imported raw materials (such as MAP from Morocco through a bilateral agreement with OCP). Farmers access subsidized fertilizer by registering with their state ADP, and distribution occurs through approved agro-dealers, cooperative societies, and designated distribution points during the planting season. The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) and Bank Verification Number (BVN) systems are increasingly used to verify farmer identity and prevent multiple registrations. Despite reforms, challenges remain with timely availability, geographic coverage in remote areas, and ensuring fertilizer quality.