Soil Conditioners Global Market Report 2024

The soil conditioners market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.91 billion in 2023 to $6.35 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%. The expansion observed in the historical period can be ascribed to the economic advancement experienced in emerging markets, a reduction in the accessibility of arable land prompted by industrialization, a heightened demand for organic food products, a surge in the popularity of plant-based food items, and a growing awareness regarding environmental concerns.

The soil conditioners market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $8.34 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.0%. Forecasted growth is propelled by rising agricultural product demand, agricultural sector expansion, and a focus on innovative farming. Trends encompass the introduction of fulvic acids soil conditioners, advanced soil conditioning packages, technological innovation, organic soil conditioner launches, and strategic mergers and acquisitions.

The soil conditioners market is projected to experience substantial growth due to an escalating demand for organic food products. These conditioners enhance soil quality by incorporating organic elements among soil particles, thereby improving soil structure, water retention, aeration, and nutrient content. This fortified soil is particularly advantageous for cultivating organic food products. The Organic Trade Association's 2022 survey highlights a shift in consumer behavior towards more consistent purchasing patterns, with organic sales surpassing $63 billion between 2020 and 2021, marking a 2% year-on-year increase, affirming the surge in organic food product demand and its impact on the soil conditioners market.

Anticipated increases in agricultural product demand are set to drive the soil conditioners market in the forthcoming period. As the need for agricultural goods rises, the demand for fertile soil escalates, pivotal for sustaining high agricultural output. Soil conditioners play a critical role in enhancing soil fertility by augmenting aeration, water retention, oxygen penetration, nutrient absorption, and pH regulation. This enhancement in soil quality is instrumental in boosting agricultural production. Reports from the Food and Agriculture Organization indicate significant projected increments in wheat purchases in Africa by 2022–23, rising by 5% from the previous year. Additionally, global rice demand surged by 3% in 2022, with trade volumes forecasted at 53.1 million tons. Harvard Business Review forecasts a staggering 59% to 98% surge in food demand by 2050, further underlining the imminent rise in agricultural product demand, subsequently amplifying the need for soil conditioners.

Enterprises within the market are directing their efforts toward technological advancements aimed at enhancing soil quality across diverse climatic conditions. For instance, in June 2021, Locus AG, a Farming-focused entity based in the United States, introduced Pantego, an innovative soil probiotic technology designed specifically for the US agriculture sector during the 2021 season. Developed by Locus Agricultural Solutions (Locus AG), this line of non-genetically modified microbial soil amendments is tailored to deliver exceptional agronomic and environmental advantages. Pantego boasts the potential to amplify on-farm returns by two to three times and exhibits enhanced adaptability for utilization in cooler temperature soils, along with pivotal phosphorus-mobilizing attributes crucial for crop development.

Strategic partnerships have emerged as a prominent trend within the soil conditioner market. Companies operating in this domain are actively engaging in partnerships with relevant entities to harness synergies and extend their reach into novel markets. An illustrative instance occurred in May 2022 when UPL's Natural Plant Protection (NPP) division, a sustainable agriculture solutions provider headquartered in India, formed a strategic alliance with Kimitec's MAAVi Innovation Center (MAAVi IC). The primary objective behind this collaboration is to develop and distribute state-of-the-art BioSolutions products aimed at bolstering optimal plant growth, augmenting crop yields, and elevating crop quality within the United States. Kimitec’s MAAVi Innovation Center (MAAVi IC) stands as a Spanish biotechnology firm dedicated to commercializing biopesticides, biostimulants, prebiotics, and probiotics specifically tailored for agricultural purposes.

In June 2021, Nutrien Ag Solutions, a Canada-based fertilizers company, acquired Boyer Fertilizer and Pacific Coast Ag for an undisclosed amount. The acquisitions aim at benefiting Boyer and PCA, which also gives owners the chance to remain involved in the merged company in a novel and exciting way. Boyer Fertilizer is a US-based processor, blender, and distributor of branded, specialty, and private-label commercial fertilizers. Pacific Coast Ag is a Canada-based company that organizes the application of pre-plant soil supplements, their specific blending, and logistics for vegetable and berry row crops.

Major companies operating in the soil conditioners market report are BASF SE, Evonik Industries AG, UPL Limited, Saint-Gobain Group, Solvay S.A., Omnia Holdings Limited, Mangalore Chemicals & Fertilizers Limited, Nufarm, Novozymes A/S, Southern Petrochemical Industries Corporation Ltd (SPIC), Weifang Hanhe Fertilizer Co. Ltd., Qingdao Haidelong Biotechnology Co. Ltd., Changsha Richfield Agri Tech Co. Ltd., Eco Sustainable Solutions, Halcyon Environmental, RMB Hydroseeding, Advance Grass Solutions, Amenity Land Solutions, Angus Horticulture, Boughton Loam Ltd., Edagum Sm Rus LLC, Norofert Group, AGRO CS, VitaFer.pl, Intermag, PhosAgro, Acron Group, Bioera-Moscow LLC, Lignohumatate, Nutrien Ltd., Mosaic Co, Rooted Leaf Agritech, Polyorganic Technologies Corporation, North American Kelp, CoastBio, Cargill Inc, ExcelAg Corp, Monty's Plant Food, Technes Agrícola Ltda - Sede Adm, Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation, Volza, Tradecorp Brazil, Wasit General Trading LLC, Agrotar, Haifa Group, GrowGroup Israel, ICL Israel Chemicals Ltd., Awam Group LLC, Dow AgroSciences, Eastman Chemical Company, Nutri-Crop Agro, TerraCottem, Kamasol Aqua.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the soil conditioner market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the soil conditioners market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the soil conditioners market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

There are two main categories of soil conditioners such as organic and inorganic. Organic soil conditioners consist of natural materials, such as animal waste, compost from cover crops, and waste sludge. On the other hand, inorganic soil conditioners include materials such as pulverized limestone, slate, gypsum, and glauconite. These substances, whether organic or inorganic, can be used individually or in combinations of synthetic and natural components. Soil conditioners are recognized as essential tools for optimizing soil quality, which, in turn, contributes to increased agricultural productivity. Organic soil conditioners, derived from natural sources, are particularly effective in improving the physical structure and fertility of soil. They facilitate water retention, aeration, and nutrient provision for plants. Both dry and liquid soil conditioners find application across various soil types, including sand, silt, clay, and loam, supporting the cultivation of a wide range of crops such as cereals, grains, oilseeds, pulses, fruits, and vegetables.

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The soil conditioners market consists of sales of organic and inorganic soil conditioners. 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.


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