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Fertilizer additives are a category of chemical substances or materials mixed with fertilizers like urea, ammonium nitrate, calcium ammonium nitrate, and others to enhance their quality and performance. They serve the dual purpose of improving fertilizer efficiency and preventing the loss of essential macro- and micronutrients, such as nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, manganese, and iron, from the soil and the surrounding environment. Farmers widely employ these additives to promote the growth of healthy, nutrient-rich crops and to sustain soil fertility over the long term.
The primary types of fertilizer additives encompass dust control agents, anti-caking agents, anti-foam agents, granulation agents, colorants, corrosion inhibitors, and hydrophobing agents. Dust control agents are ecological substances used to solidify and stabilize soil, reducing or eliminating dust emissions caused by activities that contribute to erosion and generate airborne and fugitive dust. These additives, available in powdered, granular, and prilled forms, play a crucial role in the manufacturing processes of various fertilizers like urea, ammonium nitrate, diammonium nitrate, monoammonium nitrate, ammonium sulphate, triple superphosphate, and other applications.
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The fertilizer additives market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $3.26 billion in 2024 to $3.45 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to soil nutrient depletion, agricultural productivity, environmental regulations, crop-specific solutions, fertilizer efficiency.
The fertilizer additives market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.56 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to precision agriculture, climate change adaptation, organic farming and organic additives, bio-based and biodegradable additives, customized nutrient blends. Major trends in the forecast period include controlled-release fertilizers, nutrient stabilizers, nano and micronutrient additives, data-driven farming, adoption of sustainable packaging.
The increasing demand for agricultural commodities is fueling the growth of the fertilizer additives market. Agricultural commodities consist of staple crops and livestock raised on farms or plantations. In the production of agricultural commodities, fertilizer additives are utilized to enhance fertilizer performance and control its application. For example, in June 2024, according to the government of Canada, a federal entity, total wheat production for the 2023-2024 period is reported at 31,954 thousand metric tons, with an anticipated increase to 34,357 thousand metric tons in 2024-2025. Thus, the rising demand for agricultural commodities is expected to drive the growth of the fertilizer additives market.
Anticipated population growth is another factor driving the fertilizer additives market. Population growth, denoting an increase in the total number of people within a specific area, region, or country, has a significant impact on demographic expansion. Fertilizer additives contribute to addressing the needs of a growing population by improving agricultural productivity, promoting sustainability, mitigating the environmental impact of food production, and ensuring the supply of nutritious food. According to the United Nations' data in November 2022, the world's population is projected to increase by nearly 2 billion people over the next 30 years, reaching 9.7 billion by 2050 from the current 8 billion. Consequently, the rising population is expected to be a key driver for the growth of the fertilizer additives market.
The adoption of new technologies is a significant trend gaining traction in the fertilizer additive market. Companies operating in this market are employing ammonia technology, urea formaldehyde concentrate technology, and nanotechnology in their product development and manufacturing processes to minimize their carbon footprint and transition toward environmentally friendly production methods. For example, in March 2023, Phospholutions Inc., a US-based agricultural technology firm, launched RhizoSorb, a phosphorus efficiency technology designed to enhance the effectiveness of phosphorus fertilizers in agriculture. By increasing the availability and uptake of phosphorus, this technology enables plants to absorb more nutrients while minimizing phosphorus loss to the environment. This additive assists farmers in achieving higher crop yields with reduced phosphorus inputs, promoting sustainable and efficient agricultural practices.
Major companies in the fertilizer additive market are concentrating on developing advanced products, such as innovative fertilizer additives, to maintain their competitive edge. These fertilizer additives utilize advanced bio-based compounds that enhance the natural nitrogen-holding capacity of the soil, significantly minimizing nutrient runoff and ensuring optimal nitrogen retention for sustainable agriculture. For instance, in May 2023, Nutrition Technologies, a Malaysia-based biotechnology firm, launched Diptia biofertilizer, an innovative product aimed at improving soil fertility and promoting sustainable agricultural practices. This biofertilizer is made from the nutrient-rich byproducts of Black Soldier Fly larvae, supplying essential nutrients to crops while enhancing soil health. It seeks to support environmentally friendly farming by decreasing reliance on chemical fertilizers and encouraging circular agriculture. By harnessing insect-based technology, Diptia contributes to sustainable food production systems and effectively aims to increase crop yields.
In April 2024, Valudor, a US-based manufacturer and distributor of chemical raw materials, acquired LidoChem for an undisclosed amount. The purpose of Valudor Products' acquisition is to expand its product portfolio and enhance solution offerings for customers by utilizing a broader distribution network. LidoChem is a US-based supplier of chemical raw materials that specializes in agricultural performance nutrition products, including fertilizers and micronutrients.
Major companies operating in the fertilizer additives market include KAO Corporation, Clariant AG, Filtra Catalysts & Chemicals Ltd., Novochem Group, Solvay SA, Bio Huma Netics Inc., Bunge Limited, Compass Minerals, Compo Expert GmbH, Fertilizer Industry Round Table, Haifa Group, Helena Agri-Enterprises, Israel Chemicals Ltd., Kali und Salz GmbH, Kingenta Ecological Engineering Group, Koch Industries Inc., Lamberti Group, Nufarm Ltd., Nutra-Flo Company, Nutrien Ltd., Plant Food Company Inc., Soil Technologies Corporation, Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile, Stoller Enterprises Ltd., The Andersons Inc., Timac Agro USA, Tradecorp International, UPL Limited, Valagro SpA, Verdesian Life Sciences LLC, Wilbur-Ellis Company, Yara International ASA
North America was the largest region in the fertilizer additives market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the fertilizer additives market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa.
The countries covered in the fertilizer additives market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, the UK, and the USA.
The fertilizer additives market consists of sales of drying agents that are used as fertilizer additives. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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