Foliar Spray Market Report 2026

The foliar spray market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $7.58 billion in 2025 to $8.09 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to early adoption of foliar nutrient correction, rise in pest and disease pressure, increasing use of foliar sprays in horticulture, rapid absorption advantages, expansion of small and medium-scale farming.

The foliar spray market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $10.34 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising need for targeted nutrient delivery, growth in high-efficiency agrochemicals, increasing demand for sustainable crop inputs, expansion of precision agriculture practices, rising micronutrient deficiency across soils. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing use of foliar sprays for rapid nutrient delivery, rising adoption of foliar applications in high-value horticulture, growing popularity of integrated pest and nutrient management, expansion of liquid foliar products for ease of application, higher demand for micronutrient foliar solutions to address deficiencies.

The growing shift toward organic farming is expected to drive the foliar spray market. Organic farming is a method of agriculture that avoids the use of synthetic pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, and genetically modified organisms (GMOs). This shift is being fueled by rising consumer demand for healthier, chemical-free produce, increasing awareness of environmental sustainability, and supportive government policies and incentives that promote organic practices. Organic foliar sprays that meet organic standards are increasingly used to improve crop health and yield without synthetic chemicals, aligning with the needs of the organic farming sector. For example, in May 2025, according to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), a UK-based government department, the UK's organically farmed land - including both fully converted areas and land in conversion - expanded from 498,000 hectares to 503,000 hectares in 2024, marking a 1% increase. Therefore, the rising shift toward organic farming is fueling the growth of the foliar spray market.

Key players in the foliar spray market are concentrating on developing crop-specific foliar product technologies, such as foliar adjuvants, to provide advanced, long-lasting insect control and improve pest resistance management. Foliar adjuvants are additives that enhance the performance of foliar sprays by improving their spread, adhesion, and absorption on plant leaves. For instance, in August 2024, BRQ Brasilquímica, a Brazil-based agrichemical company, introduced the Asperse foliar adjuvant as a premium addition to its QualyAplic line. This advanced solution improves spreading, wetting, and drift control in agrochemical sprays, particularly enhancing the efficacy of fungicides. Asperse ensures even pesticide distribution on crops such as soybeans, corn, and cotton, optimizing application efficiency and increasing agricultural yields.

In September 2025, Adufértil S.A., a Brazil-based fertilizer company, acquired Fass Agro Ltda for an undisclosed amount. With this acquisition, Adufértil S.A. aims to consolidate its leadership position in Brazil’s fertilizer market by strengthening its presence in the fast-expanding liquid fertilizer segment, leveraging Fass Agro Ltda’s expertise, specialized products, and brand recognition to enhance its product portfolio, expand market reach, and provide more efficient, technology-driven crop nutrition solutions. Fass Agro Ltda is a Brazil-based specialty fertilizer company that specializes in high-efficiency liquid NPK fertilizers, micronutrient foliar applications, and bioactivator technologies for key crops such as soybean, corn, coffee, cotton, and sugarcane.

Major companies operating in the foliar spray market are BASF SE, Syngenta AG, Bayer CropScience AG, Yara International, The Mosaic Company, Corteva Agriscience Inc., Sumitomo Chemical Company Limited, Israel Chemical Ltd., Nutrien Ltd., UPL Limited, FMC Corporation, ADAMA Agricultural Solutions Ltd., EuroChem Group AG, K+S AG, Nufarm Limited, GSFC Ltd (Gujarat State Fertilizers & Chemicals Ltd), Haifa Chemicals Ltd, Aries Agro Limited, Valent Biosciences Corporation, AgroLiquid, Hebei Monband Water Soluble Fertilizer Co Ltd, WinField United, Coromandel International Limited, Lima Europe NV, Tribodyn AG.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs are affecting the foliar spray market by increasing the cost of imported raw materials such as nitrogen compounds, phosphates, potash, and micronutrient minerals, ultimately impacting production costs for both liquid and powder formulations. Nitrogenous, phosphatic, and micronutrient foliar spray segments face the greatest pressure, particularly in regions highly dependent on chemical imports like Asia-Pacific, Europe, and Latin America. However, tariffs may also encourage domestic manufacturing of agrochemical inputs, promote localized supply chains, and stimulate innovation in organic and sustainable foliar spray alternatives.

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Foliar spray refers to the application of liquid fertilizers, pesticides, or other agrochemicals directly onto the leaves of plants. This technique is used to deliver nutrients or protection from pests and diseases, enabling plants to absorb these substances through their stomata (small pores on the leaves) and epidermis (outer cell layer).

The primary types of foliar sprays are nitrogenous, phosphoric, potassium, and micronutrient sprays. Nitrogenous foliar sprays, which contain nitrogen, are crucial for promoting vigorous growth and enhancing green coloration in plants. They are also used to quickly address nitrogen deficiencies in crops, improving yield and overall plant health. These sprays are available in powder and liquid forms and are applied to various types of crops, including horticultural, field, turf, and ornamental plants.Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the foliar spray market in 2025 and is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the foliar spray market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the foliar spray market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The foliar spray market consists of sales of chelated foliar sprays, micronutrient foliar sprays, insecticide foliar sprays, and amino acid foliar sprays. 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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