Foliar Fertilizer Market Report 2024

This Foliar Fertilizer market report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The foliar fertilizer market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $10.42 billion in 2023 to $11.04 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6%. The growth during the historic period can be linked to higher crop yields, increased demand for premium crops, government subsidies and support initiatives, heightened awareness of soil health, and the expansion of farmland.

The foliar fertilizer market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $14.0 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. In the forecast period, growth is expected to be driven by the rising global population, increasing food demand, greater adoption of sustainable farming methods intensified efforts to reduce soil degradation, and the rise of organic farming. Key trends include the development of nano-fertilizers for foliar use, the application of drone technology for precise fertilizer application, advancements in spray nozzle technology, and the integration of foliar fertilizer techniques.

The expansion of organic farming is expected to drive the growth of the foliar fertilizer market. Organic farming utilizes natural processes and inputs, avoiding synthetic chemicals and genetically modified organisms. This method is gaining popularity due to increasing consumer demand for pesticide-free and non-GMO foods, as well as growing support for sustainable agricultural practices that minimize environmental impact. Foliar fertilizers aid organic farming by delivering nutrients directly to plant leaves, which enhances growth and yields while adhering to organic standards. For example, the Research Institute of Organic Agriculture (FiBL) reported in February 2024 that organic agricultural land grew to over 96.4 million hectares in 2022, a 26.6% increase from the previous year, adding 20.3 million hectares. This growth in organic farming is contributing to the expansion of the foliar fertilizer market.

Key companies in the foliar fertilizer market are developing specialized formulations, such as crop boosters and supplements, to improve plant growth, yield, and stress resistance. These products are designed to provide additional nutrients, growth stimulants, or beneficial compounds beyond what standard fertilizers offer. For instance, in June 2024, Yara Ghana Limited, a provider of sustainable crop nutrition solutions based in Ghana, introduced YaraVita CropLift Bio. This new foliar fertilizer aims to enhance crop yields and fruit quality for a range of crops including maize, rice, cocoa, and vegetables. YaraVita CropLift Bio is formulated with essential nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium (NPK), zinc, boron, and magnesium, and is designed for direct application to plant leaves to ensure quick nutrient absorption.

In January 2023, Nouryon Chemicals, a Netherlands-based manufacturer of specialty chemicals, acquired ADOB Sp. z o.o. Sp. K. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to enhance Nouryon’s crop nutrition portfolio by integrating ADOB's expertise in chelated micronutrients and specialty solutions, thus expanding its agricultural products and services and strengthening its commitment to sustainability. ADOB Sp. z o.o. Sp. K., based in Poland, specializes in agricultural and foliar fertilizers designed for various application methods, including foliar application, soil application, and fertigation.

Major companies operating in the foliar fertilizer market are Koch Industries, BASF SE, Syngenta Group, Bayer CropScience AG, Yara International ASA, The Mosaic Company, Ecolab Inc., Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile SA, ICL Group Ltd, J.R. Simplot Company, UPL Limited, K+S AG, FMC Corporation, EuroChem Group, Helena Agri-Enterprises LLC, Hydrite Chemical Co, Haifa Group, Tata Chemicals Limited, Stoller USA, Coromandel International Ltd, Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited, Aries Agro Limited, OMEX Agriculture Ltd, Artal Smart Agriculture, Nippon Soda Co. Ltd.

Europe was the largest region in the foliar fertilizer market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the foliar fertilizer market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the foliar fertilizer market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Foliar fertilizers are nutrient solutions sprayed directly onto plant leaves to enhance nutrient absorption and quickly correct deficiencies. They supply essential minerals in an easily absorbable form, promoting faster growth and better plant health. This approach is particularly effective during critical growth periods or when soil-based fertilization is less effective.

The primary types of foliar fertilizers include nitrogenous, phosphoric, potassium, and micronutrients. Nitrogenous foliar fertilizers are liquid solutions containing nitrogen as the key nutrient, applied directly to plant leaves. Available in both solid and liquid forms, they can be mineral or organic and are used across a variety of crops, including field crops, horticultural crops, turfs, and ornamentals.

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The foliar fertilizer market consists of sales of seaweed extracts, amino acid-based fertilizers, chelated nutrients, growth stimulants, and soluble 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).

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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