Compost Market Report 2026

The compost market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $8.7 billion in 2025 to $9.36 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of agricultural activities, increasing organic waste generation, growing awareness of soil fertility management, rising adoption of organic farming practices, availability of biodegradable feedstock materials.

The compost market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $12.55 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing emphasis on circular waste management, rising demand for organic fertilizers, expansion of municipal composting programs, growing adoption in landscaping applications, increasing regulatory support for organic inputs. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of organic soil amendments, rising demand for waste recycling solutions, expansion of commercial composting facilities, growing use in sustainable agriculture, enhanced focus on soil health improvement.

The water shortages are expected to propel the growth of the compost market going forward. Water shortages refer to insufficient availability of freshwater resources to meet the demands of a particular region or population. Compost can aid in mitigating water shortages by enhancing soil water retention, promoting moisture absorption, and reducing the need for excessive irrigation. For instance, in March 2023, according to UNESCO, a France-based specialized agency promoting world peace stated that worldwide, 2 billion individuals, which is 26% of the global population, are without access to clean drinking water. Furthermore, 3.6 billion people, accounting for 46% of the world's population, do not have access to adequately managed sanitation services. The number of urban residents facing water shortages is expected to increase twofold by 2050. Therefore, a water shortage is driving the compost market.

Major companies in the compost market are focused on developing sustainable compost made from organic material, such as by-products of mushroom cultivation, for eco-friendly soil enhancement and to gain a competitive edge in the market. A by-product of mushroom cultivation refers to secondary materials generated during the process, such as spent substrate, utilized for various purposes, such as composting. For instance, in May 2023, Envar Composting Ltd., a UK-based organic waste and biomass recycling operator, launched Spent Mushroom Compost, a by-product of mushroom cultivation, ideal for home gardens and allotments. It is composed of organic materials such as horse bedding, poultry manure, wheat straw, gypsum, and casing soil, has good water retention, and is odor-free. With benefits such as enhancing soil structure, aeration, and drainage, it also serves as a sustainable choice by repurposing waste, reducing agricultural landfill waste, and lowering greenhouse gas emissions. This versatile compost, high in nutrients, is poised to be a favorite among gardeners and industry professionals.

In November 2025, Circular Services Inc., a US-based specialty chemical solutions provider, acquired Atlas Organics for an undisclosed amount. With this acquisition, Circular Services aims to expand its sustainable and specialty chemicals portfolio, strengthen operational capabilities, enhance market reach in North America, and drive long-term growth and profitability. Atlas Organics Pvt. Ltd. is a US-based manufacturer of organic and specialty chemical products serving multiple industrial applications.

Major companies operating in the compost market are MEC Recycling Corporation, Davo's Worm Farms, Veolia Environnement S.A., NutriSoil, Sri Gayathri Biotec, Charlie's Compost, WormUp LLC, Dirt Dynasty LLC, McGill Environmental Systems, Kahariam Farms, Mobius Environmental Solutions Inc., WeCare Organics Inc., Compost Crew, Wormpower, Biophilica LTD, Solum Gruppen AB, Harvest Quest, Suman Vermi Compost, San Luis Obispo County Worm Farm LLC, Circulus Agtech Corporation.

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

The compost market consists of sales of anaerobic, aerobic and vermicomposting. 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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