Fertilizer Additives Market Report 2026

The fertilizer additives market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $3.42 billion in 2025 to $3.66 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of fertilizer production capacity, increasing use of urea and ammonium nitrate, growth in intensive farming practices, rising demand for improved fertilizer handling, availability of cost-effective additive solutions.

The fertilizer additives market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.76 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing focus on sustainable agriculture, rising adoption of precision farming inputs, expansion of environmentally friendly fertilizer formulations, growing demand for higher crop yields, increasing investment in soil nutrient management technologies. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of nutrient efficiency enhancers, rising demand for anti-caking and dust control agents, growing use of controlled nutrient release additives, expansion of soil health-oriented fertilizer solutions, enhanced focus on environmental compliance.

The rising demand for agricultural commodities is driving the growth of the fertilizer additives market. Agricultural commodities are staple crops and livestock produced on farms or plantations. In agricultural commodity production, fertilizer additives are used to improve fertilizer performance and enhance application control. For instance, in June 2024, according to the Government of Canada, a Canada-based federal body, total all wheat production for 2023-2024 reached 31.95 million metric tons, with an expected increase to 34.35 million metric tons in 2024-2025. Therefore, the rise in demand for agricultural commodities is expected to drive the growth of the fertilizer additives market.

Major companies in the fertilizer additive market are concentrating on developing advanced products, such as innovative fertilizer additives, to maintain their competitive edge. These fertilizer additives utilize advanced bio-based compounds that enhance the natural nitrogen-holding capacity of the soil, significantly minimizing nutrient runoff and ensuring optimal nitrogen retention for sustainable agriculture. For instance, in May 2023, Nutrition Technologies, a Malaysia-based biotechnology firm, launched Diptia biofertilizer, an innovative product aimed at improving soil fertility and promoting sustainable agricultural practices. This biofertilizer is made from the nutrient-rich byproducts of Black Soldier Fly larvae, supplying essential nutrients to crops while enhancing soil health. It seeks to support environmentally friendly farming by decreasing reliance on chemical fertilizers and encouraging circular agriculture. By harnessing insect-based technology, Diptia contributes to sustainable food production systems and effectively aims to increase crop yields.

In April 2024, Valudor, a US-based manufacturer and distributor of chemical raw materials, acquired LidoChem for an undisclosed amount. The purpose of Valudor Products' acquisition is to expand its product portfolio and enhance solution offerings for customers by utilizing a broader distribution network. LidoChem is a US-based supplier of chemical raw materials that specializes in agricultural performance nutrition products, including fertilizers and micronutrients.

Major companies operating in the fertilizer additives market are KAO Corporation, Clariant AG, Filtra Catalysts & Chemicals Ltd., Solvay SA, Bio Huma Netics Inc., Compass Minerals, Compo Expert GmbH, Haifa Group, Israel Chemicals Ltd., Kali und Salz GmbH, Kingenta Ecological Engineering Group, Koch Industries Inc., Lamberti Group, Nutrien Ltd., Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile (SQM), Stoller Enterprises Ltd., Timac Agro USA, Tradecorp International, UPL Limited, Valagro SpA, Verdesian Life Sciences LLC, Yara International ASA.

North America was the largest region in the fertilizer additives market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the fertilizer additives market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the fertilizer additives market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The fertilizer additives market consists of sales of drying agents that are used as fertilizer additives. 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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