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The global organic fertilizers market was valued at USD 9.7 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 18.6 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 8.3% from 2023 to 2031.


Market Overview:

Organic fertilizers market has witnessed high growth in recent years. As more people seek to improve the sustainable practices of farming as well as increasing awareness in regard to the environmental problems associated with synthetic chemicals. Organic fertilizers are produced from animal manure, plant residues, and compost and have the added advantage of being eco-friendly over ordinary chemical fertilizers. They are rich in essential nutrients, improve soil health, enhance water retention, and promote biodiversity, making them highly attractive to environmentally conscious farmers and consumers.

Market factors have also seen an impact on the increase in the consumption of organic food products that lead to increased organic farming all over the world. There is an introduction of more stringent rules and regulations concerning chemical fertilizers by governments and agencies concerned with the environment. Organically-based alternatives also drive this since formulations of organic fertilizers in slow release and nutrient-enriched types boost effectiveness and demand.

The organic fertilizers market plays an important role in developing ecological agriculture and reducing the damage caused by traditional farming. Because organic fertilizers replace the use of chemical fertilizers, they contribute to improved soil health, reduced runoff-related pollution, and better food quality. Beyond agriculture, this market is important because it supports global goals about sustainability, such as ending soil degradation, decreasing carbon footprints, and furthering healthier ecosystems. As consumer preferences shift toward organic products, the market for organic fertilizers is expected to grow further, creating a more sustainable and resilient agricultural landscape.

Market Dynamics:

Drivers:

  1. Rising Demand for Organic Food: The increasing consumer preference for organic food products is a major driver of the organic fertilizers market. More and more people are seeking healthier, chemical-free food options, which forces farmers to shift towards organic farming methods that require organic fertilizers.
  2. Soil Health Improvement: Organic fertilizers improve soil health by improving its structure and enhancing microbial activity and by restoring nutrient balance. Organic fertilizers encourage farmers to seek them for long-term healthy soil, resulting in enhanced productivity and sustainable farming practices.

Restraints

  1. Higher Cost: Organic fertilizers are usually costlier than the synthetic ones. The cost of raw materials, processing, and transportation of organic fertilizers increases the price of such fertilizers, which makes it hard for many farmers to adopt it, especially the price-sensitive ones.
  2. Lower Nutrient Concentration: Organic fertilizers are said to have lower nutrient concentrations than synthetic fertilizers, and a larger quantity may be required to achieve the same effects, which may be less efficient and more expensive for large-scale farmers.

Opportunities

  1. Expansion of Organic Farming: With the global demand for organic farming gaining momentum, demand for organic fertilizers is bound to increase. Organic agriculture in developing countries, especially expansion in emerging markets, creates a vast scope for market expansion.
  2. Integration with Sustainable Agricultural Practices: Organic fertilizers are integral to sustainable farming practices, which are becoming popular worldwide. Their function in improving soil health, minimizing carbon footprints, and enhancing biodiversity unlocks new market segments and customer bases.

Challenges

  1. Performance Variability: Organic fertilizers have variable release of nutrients depending on the prevailing environmental conditions, such as temperature and moisture. This variability can easily make it difficult for a farmer to rely on organic fertilizers for consistent results.
  2. Competition from Synthetic Fertilizers: Despite its wide and increasing trend, there has been competition from traditional synthetic fertilizers, being comparatively much lower and containing higher nutrients as well. The competition was too much for the synthetic market share from organic fertilizers.

Organic Fertilizers market

Key Players:

  • Rallis India Ltd. (India)
  • Midwestern BioAg (US)
  • Coromandel International Ltd. (India)
  • AgroCare Canada (Canada)
  • Italpollina S.P.A. (Italy)
  • The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (US)
  • Sustane Natural Fertilizer (US)
  • Al Yahar Organic Fertilizers Factory (UAE)
  • Emirates Bio Fertilizer Factory (UAE)
  • Tadweer Food Recycling Company (Saudi Arabia)

Market Segmentation:

By Type

  • Animal-based Fertilizers
  • Plant-based Fertilizers
  • Mineral-based Fertilizers

By Form

  • Dry
  • Liquid

By Application

  • Crop-based
  • Turf & Ornamentals
  • Others

By Distribution Channel

  • Online
  • Offline

By End-user

  • Agricultural
  • Residential & Commercial Gardening

By Region

  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia Pacific
  • Latin America
  • Middle East

Covid 19 Analysis:

The COVID-19 pandemic had mixed effects on the organic fertilizers market. On the one hand, supply chain disruptions -including delays in sourcing raw material and transporting it-reduced production and distribution activities. Lockdowns and related restrictions affected manufacturing plants temporarily. This led to some instances of shortages and price rise for organic fertilizers in the market. On the other hand, the COVID-19 pandemic increased people's awareness about food security and sustainability. This consequently fostered demand for organic food products, including fertilizers. Consequently, there emerged a demand for organic farming and fertilizers.

The long-term implications of the crisis have been a push for sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives to traditional agricultural practices that rely on synthetic chemicals. Organic farming, in post-pandemic recovery strategies, has been positively impacting the organic fertilizers market. The market is set to continue growing, but it will be fueled by a greater demand for organic and sustainable agricultural solutions over short-term setbacks.

Regional Analysis:

North America represents one of the most significant markets for organic fertilizers as a result of increasing demand for organic food products and, more so, due to the transition of agricultural practice in the region towards becoming organic. Organic farming activities are significant in the United States and Canada, and various governments in the region support these activities by offering incentives for organic farming while imposing severe controls on synthetic fertilizers.

Europe also represents a significant proportion in the market of organic fertilizers. Because of tough environmental regulations and a high preference for organic food, stringent environmental policies play a great role here. Countries such as Germany, France, and the U.K. are important for the development of the market. Policies taken by the European Union for organic farming increased demand for organic fertilizers.

Asia-Pacific is growing at a rapid pace, especially in countries like India, China, and Japan, due to the increasing adoption of organic farming and the rising awareness about environmental sustainability. The large agricultural base and government initiatives supporting organic practices are expected to drive market expansion in the region.

Latin America and Middle East & Africa is an emerging market where the organic fertilizers are highly in demand due to high awareness of food safety and sustainability. Growth in such regions is mainly attributed by the increasing agricultural activity, as well as adoption of organic farming methods.

Key trends:

  1. Increase in Adoption of Sustainable Farming Techniques: Among the major trends in organic fertilizers is the rising trend to utilize sustainable farming techniques. The fact that it enhances environmental aspects such as enhancing soil health and avoiding chemical runoff contributes to the high adoption rates among farmers. It is associated with greater awareness by consumers on organic food and degradation of environmental components.
  2. Increasing Consumer Preference for Organic Food: Growing preference of health-conscious consumers for organic food worldwide is encouraging more demand for organic farming and fertilizers. The expansion in the organic food market also led to the increase in usage of organic fertilizers, it was estimated.
  3. Organic Fertilizers and Circular Economy: The trend of organic fertilizers is towards the circular economy models. Products like fertilizers made from agricultural waste, compost, and other organic by-products are increasingly becoming popular. This has been closing the loop in agriculture between waste and resource use.
  4. Expansion in Emerging Markets: Expansion can be found in regions including Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Africa where the practice of agriculture has been increasing and likewise the need for organic food as well. More people learn about the importance of sustainability, organic fertilizer market expansions are quite rapid in regions like such.

Scope of the Report

Details

Study Period

2021–2031

Base Year Considered

2023

Forecast Period

2024–2031

CAGR Value

 8.3%

Forecast Market Size

 US$ 18.6 billion

Segments Covered

Form, Application, Distribution Channel, End-user, and Region

Regions Covered

North America (the U.S. and Canada), Europe (Germany, the UK, France, and Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, and Rest of Asia-Pacific), and LAMEA (Latin America, Middle East, and Africa)

Companies Covered

· Rallis India Ltd. (India)

· Midwestern BioAg (US)

· Coromandel International Ltd. (India)

· AgroCare Canada (Canada)

· Italpollina S.P.A. (Italy)

· The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (US)

· Sustane Natural Fertilizer (US)

· Al Yahar Organic Fertilizers Factory (UAE)

· Emirates Bio Fertilizer Factory (UAE)

· Tadweer Food Recycling Company (Saudi Arabia)

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