Fertigation & Chemigation Market Report 2025

The fertigation & chemigation market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $45.69 billion in 2024 to $49.02 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to precision agriculture adoption, water scarcity concerns, agricultural productivity demands, government initiatives and subsidies, and environmental sustainability.

The fertigation & chemigation market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $65.69 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to climate change adaptation, demand for controlled-release fertilizers, expanding horticulture sector, global population growth, and rising adoption of greenhouse farming. Major trends in the forecast period include digital farming platforms, smart agriculture technologies, tailored nutrient programs, variable rate technology (VRT), remote monitoring and control, automation and smart farming.

The increasing production of vegetables is expected to drive the growth of the fertigation and chemigation market in the future. Vegetables refer to edible parts of plants, such as leaves, roots, stems, and flowers. Drip irrigation is the most widely used method of fertigation in vegetable production, as it reduces water contact with the above-ground parts of the crops (leaves, stems, and fruit), thereby lowering the risk of various crop diseases. For example, in June 2024, the Department for Environment Food & Rural Affairs, a UK government department, reported that in 2023, potatoes experienced the largest value increase among crop items, with a rise of £237 million ($296.25 million), or 30.8%, from 2022, resulting in a total value of £1.0 billion ($1.26 billion) in 2023. Therefore, the growing demand for vegetable production is a key factor propelling the growth of the fertigation and chemigation market.

The rising incidence of pest infestations is expected to boost the growth of the fertigation and chemigation market in the coming years. Pest infestation refers to the presence and spread of unwanted organisms, such as insects, rodents, or other animals, in a specific area, which can cause harm or damage to crops, property, or the health of humans and other living organisms. Fertigation and chemigation support precision agriculture by providing efficient and cost-effective methods for applying nutrients and pesticides. These practices promote water conservation, align with technological advancements, and are often backed by government initiatives that advocate for sustainable agriculture. For example, in April 2024, the Direct Line Group, a UK-based insurance company, reported a significant increase in residential call-outs for both cockroaches and bedbugs in 2023. Local councils noted a 23% rise in bedbug-related visits, increasing from 11,819 in 2022 to 14,587. Similarly, call-outs for cockroaches rose by 3%, from 8,455 to 8,706 visits compared to the previous year. Thus, the increasing prevalence of pests is a driving force behind the growth of the fertigation and chemigation market moving forward.

Technological advancements represent a prominent trend gaining traction in the fertigation and chemigation market. Leading companies in this market are introducing enhanced disc designs to maintain their competitive positions. For example, in September 2022, Tel Aviv, an Israel-based specialty minerals company, unveiled eqo.x, a groundbreaking rapidly biodegradable release technology tailored for open-field agriculture. This innovation assists farmers in maximizing crop performance while minimizing environmental impact by reducing nitrogen waste and boosting Nutrient Use Efficiency (NUE) by up to 80%. eqo.x is the only product in the market offering a controlled release fertilizer (CRF) coating for urea, designed for quicker biodegradation. This new technique is applied to reduce nitrogen losses in ICL's CRF products for various agricultural crops, including those under the Agromaster and Agrocote brands.

Major companies in the fertigation and chemigation market are also investing in the development of advanced irrigation filters to gain a competitive edge. An irrigation filter is a device used in agricultural and landscaping irrigation systems to eliminate impurities, particles, and debris from water before it reaches the irrigation system. For instance, in February 2022, Netafim USA, a US-based irrigation systems company, introduced the AlphaDisc filter to the U.S. market. The AlphaDisc is designed to protect irrigation systems from clogging caused by organic contaminants, offering high efficiency, precise depth filtration, and a unique modular design for easy scalability. Its features include a low backflush flow rate, a smart controller with constant access to filtration data, and multiple configurations. AlphaDisc aims to help growers enhance growing conditions, reduce clogging risks, and increase crop yields.

In January 2023, Nouryon Chemicals Holding B.V., a chemicals company based in the Netherlands, acquired ADOB Fertilizers for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to enhance Nouryon's product offerings, bolster its position in the crop nutrition market, and utilize ADOB's innovative technologies and specialty solutions for agricultural and horticultural applications. ADOB Fertilizers is a Poland-based company that specializes in producing cutting-edge fertilizers.

Major companies operating in the fertigation & chemigation market include Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd., Lindsay Corporation, Netafim Global, Rain Bird Corporation, Rivulis Irrigation Ltd., T-L Irrigation Company, Epc Industries, Finolex Plasson Industries Ltd., Galcon Ltd., Greentech India, Mahindra & Mahindra Limited, Sentinel Fertigation, FlyBird Farm Innovations, Feeco International, EZ-FLO Injection Systems, Valmont Industries Inc., Nelson Irrigation Corporation, The Toro Company, Senninger Irrigation Inc., Smart Irrigation Systems Inc., Stago Irrigation, Supreme Irrigation Systems, Valley Irrigation Inc., Vesconite Industries, Weathermatic, Fimco Inc., Flow-Matic Irrigation, Hydro-Gardens Inc., Hunter Industries, IDEX Corporation.

Europe was the largest region in the fertigation and chemigation market in 2024. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global fertigation and chemigation market during the forecast period. The regions covered in the fertigation & chemigation market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the fertigation & chemigation market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Fertigation and chemigation involve the introduction of chemicals into irrigation systems. Fertigation specifically pertains to the application of fertilizers or plant nutrients through irrigation systems, while chemigation focuses on the application of pesticides using irrigation systems. These systems are employed for purposes such as soil or water testing, addressing nutrient deficiencies in plants, and managing weed or pest control.

The primary techniques utilized in fertigation and chemigation include drip irrigation and other methods. Drip irrigation refers to a crop irrigation system that is regulated by pipes, valves, tubing, and emitters, delivering water to plants at a controlled rate. Various inputs, including fertilizers, insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, and others, are administered through this system for a wide range of crops such as food crops, cash crops, horticulture crops, plantation crops, turf and ornamental plants, among others. These techniques find application in agriculture, horticulture, greenhouses, and other related fields.

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The fertigation and chemigation market includes revenues earned by entities by providing irrigation systems for the application of acaricides, nematicides, and micronutrients in soilless culture. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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).

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