Secondary Agricultural Nutrients Market Report 2025

The secondary agricultural nutrients market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $44.87 billion in 2024 to $46.67 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to agricultural practices, soil health awareness, crop yield and quality, market demand and adoption, climate conditions.

The secondary agricultural nutrients market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $59.39 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to consumer awareness, global agricultural trends, research and development, market expansion, environmental regulations. Major trends in the forecast period include sustainable agriculture, precision farming, crop diversification, organic farming trends, supplier innovations.

The anticipated growth of the secondary agricultural nutrients market is expected to be propelled by the increasing issue of soil contamination. Soil contamination, characterized by the presence of pollutants or harmful substances beyond acceptable levels, can significantly impact the availability and uptake of secondary agricultural nutrients by plants. An example of this is highlighted in a report by EcoWatch in May 2022, indicating that 20 million acres of land were contaminated by Per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) compared to the previous year. This escalation in soil contamination is a key driver for the growth of the secondary agricultural nutrients market.

The increasing global population is expected to drive the growth of the secondary agricultural nutrients market. The global population refers to the total number of people living on Earth at a given time, encompassing a wide range of demographic, geographic, and cultural diversity. The secondary agricultural nutrients market is essential for supporting this growing population by supplying crucial elements that enhance soil fertility and boost crop yields, thereby promoting sustainable and efficient agricultural practices necessary for global food security. For instance, in April 2023, the United Nations, a U.S.-based international organization, reported that the global population reached 8 billion in 2022 and is projected to grow to 8.5 billion by 2030, with further increases expected to reach 9.7 billion by 2050 and 10.4 billion by 2100. Thus, the rising global population is fueling the growth of the secondary agricultural nutrients market.

Product innovations stand out as a key trend gaining traction in the secondary agricultural nutrients market, with companies strategically focusing on the development of innovative products to maintain their competitive positions. For instance, in April 2023, Nufarm Ltd., an Australia-based agricultural company, introduced Tourney EZ fungicide, a liquid fertilizer product designed to provide essential nutrients to crops. This innovative product is intended to be used alongside other crop protection products, such as herbicides and fungicides, to enhance plant health and maximize yields.

Leading companies in the secondary agricultural nutrients market are creating nutrient calculators to aid farmers and agricultural professionals in accurately evaluating and optimizing soil nutrient levels. A nutrient calculator is a digital tool or software application designed to help farmers, agronomists, and other agricultural experts assess and manage the nutrient needs of crops and soil. For example, in October 2024, Argus, a UK-based company specializing in pricing information, launched the world’s first pricing solutions for sustainable and specialty fertilizers. This nutrient calculator serves as a specialized tool for evaluating and managing nutrient requirements for crops and soil within agricultural practices.

In July 2022, Nutrien Ltd., a Canadian fertilizer company, made a strategic acquisition of Casa do Adubo S.A., a South America-based company specializing in producing and distributing fertilizers, agrochemicals, and other inputs for crop production. This acquisition aimed to generate incremental run-rate sales of around $400 million, expanding Nutrien Ltd.'s presence and enabling it to serve additional growers with cutting-edge solutions, contributing to sustainable global food production.

Major companies operating in the secondary agricultural nutrients market include Nutrien Ltd, Deepak Fertilizers and Petrochemicals Corporation Limited, Yara International ASA, Coromandel International Limited, Nufarm Limited, The Mosaic Company, Haifa Group, Israel Chemicals Ltd., Sapec Agro S.A., Impact Fertilizer Pty Ltd, Calcium Products Inc., Koch Industries Inc., Evergrow Solutions, Koch AG & Energy Solutions LLC, Agriculture Solutions Inc., KS AG, IFFCO, SABIC, URALCHEM JSC, CF Industries Holdings Inc., Wilbur-Ellis Company LLC, Aries Agro, Aditya Microdynamic, Acadian Seaplants Limited, Sinochem Group, Qatar Fertiliser Company (QAFCO), Rubamin, SQM S.A., Compass Minerals, Tessenderlo Group, Kugler Company, Brandt Consolidated, Verdesian Life Sciences, BioWorks Inc., Fertiberia, Omex Agrifluids, Tradecorp International.

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

Secondary agricultural nutrients are crucial plant nutrients required in smaller quantities for optimal plant growth and development. This category includes essential elements such as calcium, magnesium, and sulfur. While these nutrients naturally exist in the soil, their levels may be supplemented through fertilization to ensure an optimal nutrient balance for healthy plant growth.

The primary types of secondary agricultural nutrients are sulfur, calcium, and magnesium, all of which play vital roles in various crop types, including cereals and grains, oilseeds and pulses, fruits and vegetables, turfs and ornamentals, and others. Sulfur, with the chemical symbol S and atomic number 16, is a non-metallic element present in the Earth's crust, minerals, and living organisms. In agriculture, sulfur serves as an essential macronutrient, commonly utilized in fertilizers to enhance plant growth and development. Application methods for these secondary agricultural nutrients include both solid and liquid forms to address the specific needs of different crops and soil conditions.

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The secondary agricultural nutrients market consists of sales of organic fertilizers and foliar fertilizers. 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).

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