Starter Fertilizers Market Report 2026

The starter fertilizers market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $8.29 billion in 2025 to $8.73 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing cereal cultivation acreage, growing awareness of early-stage nutrient management, expansion of commercial farming practices, rising use of mechanized sowing equipment, availability of synthetic fertilizer formulations.

The starter fertilizers market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $10.83 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption of precision agriculture practices, rising demand for high-efficiency nutrient solutions, expansion of fertigation-based fertilizer use, growing focus on sustainable crop yield improvement, increasing integration of data-driven nutrient planning. Major trends in the forecast period include rising adoption of precision starter fertilizer application, increasing demand for phosphorus-rich formulations, growing use of liquid starter fertilizers, expansion of micronutrient-enriched blends, enhanced focus on early crop uniformity.

The increasing demand for food is expected to propel the growth of the starter fertilizers market in the future. Starter fertilizers are applied to crops because they enhance the development of emerging seedlings by providing essential nutrients in accessible locations near the roots. This increases nutrient uptake efficiency, reduces nutrient losses to the environment, and improves the overall health and vigor of crops, thereby boosting food productivity. For example, in October 2024, the World Bank Group, a US-based international trade and development organization, projected that the global population will reach 10 billion by 2050. This population growth will require a 60% increase in food production to meet rising demand while addressing the challenges posed by accelerating climate change. Therefore, the growing demand for food drives the starter fertilizers market.

Major companies in the starter fertilizers market are focusing on high-solubility fertilizers to enhance nutrient absorption, boost crop yields, and promote sustainable agriculture by optimizing nutrient delivery. High-solubility fertilizers dissolve quickly in water, allowing plants to absorb nutrients efficiently, reducing waste, and enabling precise application for improved crop performance. For example, in June 2023, ICL Group, an Israel-based company, launched a new line of water-soluble micronutrient and N-P-K fertilizers in North America under the Nova brand. This line includes products like Nova FINISH, Nova PULSE, Nova ELEVATE, and Nova FLOW, which are designed for foliar application and fertigation. These fertilizers are formulated for maximum solubility, ensuring rapid dissolution and precise nutrient delivery. They are compatible with most herbicides and crop protectants, providing versatility for various agricultural needs. ICL's water-soluble fertilizers offer high-purity N-P-K along with essential micronutrients, tailored to the specific requirements of different crops to promote plant health and development.

In June 2024, Interoceanic Corp (IOC), a US-based chemical manufacturing company, acquired Bonus Crop Fertilizer (BCF) Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is anticipated to enhance IOC's distribution and production capabilities, improving operational efficiency and expanding its market presence in the fertilizer industry. Bonus Crop Fertilizer (BCF) is a US-based company that specializes in producing premium fertilizers for professional growers, focusing on the turf, ornamental, and consumer markets.

Major companies operating in the starter fertilizers market are Nutrien Ltd, Yara International, Mosaic Company, OCP Group, ICL Group, CF Industries, EuroChem Group, PhosAgro, SQM, Koch Fertilizer, Coromandel International, Tata Chemicals, Deepak Fertilisers and Petrochemicals Corporation, Gujarat State Fertilizers & Chemicals (GSFC), Haifa Group, Sinochem Group, SABIC Agri-Nutrients, OCI Global, K+S Group, Uralchem.

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

The started fertilizers market consists of sales of starter fertilizers with potassium chloride, zInc., boron, and ammonium nitrate nutrients. 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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