Biofertilizers Market Report

Market Insights

"The global biofertilizers market size was estimated at USD 3.09 billion in 2022 and is likely to grow at a CAGR of 11.94% during 2023-2028 to reach USD 6.1 billion in 2028."

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Biofertilizers are substances or formulations that contain microbes such as bacteria, fungi, or algae that promote the growth of plants and trees by increasing the source of essential nutrients. These microorganisms form beneficial symbiotic relationships with plants, promoting their nutrient availability and health.

Market Dynamics

Market Drivers

The growth of the biofertilizers market is primarily driven by-

• Growing awareness towards the usage of sustainable materials and technological advancement in crop production.
• The rising concerns over food safety.
• The rising demand for organic food and the need to lessen the impact of agriculture on the environment.

Restraints

Biofertilizer products have a limited shelf life and a high contamination risk. High temperatures render microorganisms nonviable, necessitating storage in a dry, cool environment.

Factors like culture medium, harvest physiological state, dehydration process, drying rate, temperature maintenance, and inoculant water activity affect the shelf life of microorganisms, impacting agricultural inoculation technology.

Opportunities

The Asia Pacific and Africa regions are major fertilizer consumers due to population growth and increased food demand. Governments are promoting environmentally friendly alternatives like biofertilizers and organic manure to mitigate the negative effects of chemical fertilizers.

Africa has experienced overuse of synthetic fertilizers, compromising soil quality and nutrient levels. As a result, the region now requires biofertilizers to address these issues.

Challenges

Counterfeit biofertilizers pose a significant issue in the sector, affecting farmers' perceptions and market expansion. These counterfeit products, with similar chemical qualities and physical traits, are cheaply produced and difficult to distinguish from genuine biofertilizers.

They are primarily sold in Asian countries due to their fragmented market.

Key Players

The following are the key players in the biofertilizers market (arranged alphabetically).

• Agri Life
• Agro-Bio Trading
• Bharat Biocon
• Biomax Naturals
• Cairochem
• Chema Industries
• Criyagen
• Gizatec
• Jay Enterprises
• Kimitec Group
• Koppert B.V.
• Lallemand Inc.
• Madras Fertilizers Limited
• National Fertilizers Limited
• Novozymes
• Rizobacter
• Symborg SL

Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.

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Segments Analysis

Product Trends

"The nitrogen-fixing segment accounted for the largest market share."

The market is segmented as nitrogen-fixing, phosphate-solubilizing, potash-mobilizing, and others. The nitrogen-fixing segment dominated the market, its market share, in terms of volume, is more than 65% in 2022 and is expected to maintain its position during the following period as well. It is majorly used as it improves the fertility of the soil by converting the available nitrogen through nitrogen-fixing organisms.

Application Trends

"The seed treatment segment accounted for the largest market share."

The market is segmented into seed treatment, soil treatment, and others. The seed treatment segment held more than 70% market share in 2022 and is expected to dominate the market during the forecast period, whereas the soil treatment segment is expected to witness the highest growth over the assessment period.

Crop Trends

"The cereal segment accounted for the largest market share."

The market is segmented as cereal & grains, pulses & oil seeds, fruits & vegetables, and others. The cereals segment is expected to take the lead in the biofertilizers market due to the significant demand for organic cereals. Organic fertilizers are extensively utilized in the cultivation of cereal grains compared to other crop types. This segment is expected to maintain its dominant position throughout the forecast period in the biofertilizer market. The market growth of organic cereals is being driven by the substantial demand for organic cereals in both developed and developing economies, thanks to the potential health benefits they offer. Moreover, there is a surge in consumer demand for organic cereals and products derived from them worldwide, which further amplifies the utilization of these products for cultivating cereal crops.

Form Trends

"The dry segment accounted for the largest market share."

The market is segmented as dry and liquid. The dry-form biofertilizers are expected to dominate the market during the assessment period. The increasing demand for dry biofertilizers is driven by their characteristics for long-term nutrient augmentation. Dry biofertilizers are available in a wide range of physical consistencies, from large grains to finely powdered forms, offering consumers a diverse selection. This diversity and availability of dry biofertilizers have garnered positive attention. When applied to the soil, dry biofertilizers are often sprayed and gradually release nutrients to plants. This feature makes them a convenient choice for providing supplementary nourishment throughout the crop's life cycle, especially when compared to liquid fertilizers. The slow-release mechanism of dry biofertilizers supports the plants' respiration process while preventing the simultaneous overwhelming of nutrients.

Regional Insights

"North America accounted for the largest market share."

North America held market share, in terms of revenue, is more than 30% in 2022, and is estimated to be the largest market for biofertilizers during the assessment period. Increasing concern about the hazardous impact of using chemical products, growing awareness among consumers and farmers, and increasing support from government bodies are the major factors boosting the North American market. Asia-Pacific and Europe are also expected to offer substantial progress opportunities during the following period.

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Critical Questions Answered in the Report

• What are the key trends in the global market?
• How the market (and its various sub-segments) has grown in the last five years and what would be the growth rate in the next five years?
• What is the impact of COVID-19 on the global market?
• What are the key strategies adopted by the major vendors to lead in the market?
• What is the market share of the top vendors?

Research Methodology

This strategic assessment report, from Stratview Research, provides a comprehensive analysis that reflects today’s biofertilizers market realities and future market possibilities for the forecast period. The report segments and analyzes the market in the most detailed manner in order to provide a panoramic view of the market. The vital data/information provided in the report can play a crucial role for the market participants as well as investors in the identification of the low-hanging fruits available in the market as well as to formulate the growth strategies to expedite their growth process.

This report offers high-quality insights and is the outcome of a detailed research methodology comprising extensive secondary research, rigorous primary interviews with industry stakeholders, and validation and triangulation with Stratview Research’s internal database and statistical tools. More than 1000 authenticated secondary sources, such as company annual reports, fact books, press releases, journals, investor presentations, white papers, patents, and articles, have been leveraged to gather the data. We conducted more than 15 detailed primary interviews with the market players across the value chain in all four regions and industry experts to obtain both qualitative and quantitative insights.

Report Features

This report provides intelligence in the most comprehensive way. The report structure has been kept such that it offers maximum business value. It provides critical insights into the dynamics and will enable strategic decision-making for the existing players as well as those willing to enter the biofertilizers market.

What Deliverables Will You Get in this Report?

The biofertilizer market is segmented into the following categories.

By Product Type

• Nitrogen-fixing
• Phosphate-solubilizing
• Potash-mobilizing
• Others

By Application Type

• Seed Treatment
• Soil Treatment
• Others

By Crop Type

• Cereal & Grains
• Pulses & Oil Seeds
• Fruits & Vegetables
• Others

By Form Type

• Dry
• Liquid

By Region

• North America (Country Analysis: the USA, Canada, and Mexico)
• Europe (Country Analysis: Germany, France, the UK, Russia, Spain, and Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: China, Japan, India, and Rest of Asia-Pacific)
• Rest of the World (Sub-Region Analysis: Latin America, the Middle East, and Others)

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