Biofertilizer Market SIZE & SHARE ANALYSIS – GROWTH TRENDS & FORECASTS UP TO 2030

The Biofertilizer Market is segmented by Form (Azospirillum, Azotobacter, Mycorrhiza, Phosphate Solubilizing Bacteria, Rhizobium), by Crop Type (Cash Crops, Horticultural Crops, Row Crops) and by Region (Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe, Middle East, North America, South America). The report offers market size in both market value in USD and market volume in metric ton. Further, the report includes market split by form and various crop types.

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Biofertilizer Market SIZE & SHARE ANALYSIS – GROWTH TRENDS & FORECASTS UP TO 2030

Biofertilizer Market Size

Biofertilizer Market Summary

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Biofertilizer Market Analysis

The Biofertilizer Market size is estimated at 3.72 billion USD in 2025, and is expected to reach 5.97 billion USD by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 9.94% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

3.72 Billion

Market Size in 2025 (USD)

5.97 Billion

Market Size in 2030 (USD)

7.13 %

CAGR (2017-2024)

9.94 %

CAGR (2025-2030)

Largest by Form

36.66 %

value share, Mycorrhiza, 2024

Mycorrhiza, also referred to as Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF), was proven to increase crop yields significantly. It is the most consumed biofertilizer globally.

Fastest by Form

10.75 %

Projected CAGR, Rhizobium, 2025-2030

Rhizobium is the most important nitrogen-fixing bacterium that exists in a symbiotic relationship with plants and lives in the root nodules of leguminous plants.

Largest by Crop Type

75.12 %

value share, Row Crops, 2024

The major row crops grown around the world include rice, barley, corn, wheat, rapeseed, rye, soybean, etc. and they accounted for 74.6% of biofertilizer consumption in 2022.

Largest by Region

34.84 %

value share, North America, 2024

The area under cultivation of organic crops in the region had increased by 13.5% during the historic period from 1.4 million hectares in 2017 to 1.6 million hectares in 2021.

Leading Market Player

15.89 %

market share, Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited,

Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited(IFFCO) has a global presence through associations and partnerships in Asia-Pacific, South-East Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.

  • Biofertilizers are living microorganisms that can enhance plant nutrition by either mobilizing or increasing nutrient availability in soils. The most common microorganisms used as biofertilizers in agriculture include mycorrhiza, Azospirillum, Azotobacter, Rhizobium, and phosphate-solubilizing bacteria.
  • Among these, mycorrhiza is the most consumed biofertilizer globally. It accounted for 36.7% of the biofertilizer segment in 2022, with a market value of USD 1.04 billion and a volume of 170.6 thousand metric tons. Mycorrhiza increases the root surface area of plants, thus enhancing their nutrient uptake.
  • Rhizobium is the second most consumed biofertilizer globally. It accounted for 24.2% of the biofertilizer segment in 2022. North America dominated the rhizobium sub-segment with a market share of 52.1% in the same year. Row crops dominated the rhizobium sub-segment in North America, accounting for 62.4% in 2022. Rhizobium has a symbiotic association with leguminous crops, a category of row crops. Thus, row crops dominated the rhizobium sub-segment. North America also has a large cultivation area of row crops. The rhizobium sub-segment in the North American row crops market is anticipated to record a CAGR of 10.5% during the forecast period.
  • Azospirillum accounted for 16.3% of the biofertilizer segment. North America dominated the Azospirillum sub-segment, accounting for 45.7% in 2022.
  • Thus, the biofertilizer segment of the global agricultural biologicals market is expected to grow in the coming years as more farmers seek sustainable and eco-friendly solutions to improve crop yields and soil health.
Global Biofertilizer Market
  • Biofertilizers are living microorganisms that have the ability to enhance plant nutrition by either mobilizing or increasing nutrient availability in soils. North America and Europe are the major consumers of biofertilizers in the world.
  • North America accounted for 34.5% of the global biofertilizer market in 2022. The area under cultivation of organic crops in the region increased by 13.5% during the historical period, from 1.4 million hectares in 2017 to 1.6 million hectares in 2021. The demand for organic food in the region is growing rapidly, with an average per capita spending on organic food products in North America at USD 109.7 in 2021.
  • The European region accounted for 30.7% in 2022 and stood as the second-largest consumer of biofertilizers. Europe had the largest area under organic farming in the world, with 6.5 million hectares in 2021. The European Commission has unveiled an action plan to increase the organic area in the member countries to occupy 25.0% of the region’s agricultural land area by 2030. This factor is further expected to drive the market for biofertilizers in the region.
  • The Asia-Pacific region is a leading producer of organic crops such as rice, sugarcane, and fruits and vegetables. China and India are emerging leaders, although organic farming only accounts for a small portion of their total agricultural area. The organic farming area in the region grew from 2017 to 2021, and this trend is expected to drive growth in the biofertilizer market.
  • The increasing organic crop area and increasing demand for organic commodities across the world, particularly in regions like Europe and North America, may drive the demand for biofertilizers during the forecast period.

Global Biofertilizer Market Trends

Organic production is at an all-time high in North America and Europe, due to the increasing awareness and Government initiatives.

  • Organic agriculture has emerged as a significant contributor to sustainable food systems, with 187 countries practicing it globally. As of 2021, there was 72.3 million ha of organic agricultural land worldwide, with an average increase of 2.9% across all regions from 2018 to 2021. Organic arable land accounted for 14.4 million ha, representing 19.9% of the total organic agricultural land.
  • The strongest markets for organic farming are North America and Europe, accounting for 41.0% of the global organic arable land. In 2022, Europe had 6.5 million ha of organic arable land, equivalent to 44.1% of the overall organic arable agricultural area. The most significant crops grown organically in North America and Europe are apples, strawberries, cereals, and olives.
  • Developing countries in Asia-Pacific are also joining the organic agriculture movement and becoming self-sufficient in producing and providing fresh organic produce to meet their domestic demand. The trend of organic farming is gaining momentum in Asia-Pacific, with the region recording an 18.8% increase in organic arable land from 2017 to 2022. The major initiatives by governments in the region also play a vital role in the growing trend of organic farming. For example, Japan’s Basic Plan for Food, Agriculture, and Rural Areas aims to triple the number of organic farmers and lands by 2030.
  • The growth of organic agriculture is driven by the rising awareness of the benefits of organic farming, such as promoting soil health, reducing environmental impacts, and producing healthier food.
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Per capita spending of organic food majorly observed in United States and Germany, attributed to the consumer demand for healthier and sustainable food

  • The organic food market experienced significant growth in the past few years, with global sales reaching USD 120.6 billion in 2020, up from USD 70.8 billion in 2012. The trend toward organic food is being driven by several factors, such as increasing consumer demand for healthier, more sustainable food options and a growing awareness of the environmental impact of conventional agriculture. The global organic food market is expected to continue its growth trend over the coming years.
  • According to a survey conducted by the Organic Trade Association in 2021, sales of organic fruits and vegetables increased by around 4.5% in the same year, accounting for 15% of the overall organic sales. North America dominates the market in terms of average spending on organic products, with per capita spending in the United States reaching USD 186.7 in 2021, the highest among all North American countries. Europe is also expected to experience significant growth in the organic food market, with Germany accounting for the highest per capita spending of USD 75.6 in 2021.
  • While the organic food market is still dominated by developed countries with high consumer disposable incomes, it is also expected to grow in developing nations. For example, the increasing number of working-class people in the Asia-Pacific region may contribute to the market’s expansion due to the growing availability and affordability of organic food products.
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Biofertilizer Industry Overview

The Biofertilizer Market is fragmented, with the top five companies occupying 21.14%. The major players in this market are Gujarat State Fertilizers & Chemicals Ltd, Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited, Koppert Biological Systems Inc., Symborg Inc. and T.Stanes and Company Limited (sorted alphabetically).

Biofertilizer Market Leaders

  1. Gujarat State Fertilizers & Chemicals Ltd
  2. Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited
  3. Koppert Biological Systems Inc.
  4. Symborg Inc.
  5. T.Stanes and Company Limited
Biofertilizer Market Concentration

Other important companies include Andermatt Group AG, Atlántica Agrícola, Binzhou Jingyang Biological Fertilizer Co. Ltd, Biostadt India Limited, Ficosterra, Indogulf BioAg LLC (Biotech Division of Indogulf Company), IPL Biologicals Limited, Kiwa Bio-Tech, Microbial Biological Fertilizers International, Suståne Natural Fertilizer Inc.

Biofertilizer Market News

  • October 2022: Koppert intends to invest in three new production units in Brazil, ensuring its leadership in the Brazilian and global markets for biological agricultural inputs. The new formulation unit will be located on more than 8,000 m2. It will produce the entire microbiological line, including products based on viruses, fungi, and bacteria in liquid or solid formulations.
  • September 2022: Corteva Agriscience agreed to acquire Symborg Inc. to strengthen its global presence with a strong distribution network.
  • March 2021: Symborg opened a new hydrolysis plant in Spain, with a total investment of USD 28.0 million. The plant is designed for the manufacturing of sustainable products for agriculture, such as biofertilizers, biostimulants, and biocontrol solutions that are imported to the United States.

 

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Biofertilizer Market Report – Table of Contents

1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & KEY FINDINGS

2. REPORT OFFERS

3. INTRODUCTION

  • 3.1 Study Assumptions & Market Definition
  • 3.2 Scope of the Study​
  • 3.3 Research Methodology

4. KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS

  • 4.1 Area Under Organic Cultivation
  • 4.2 Per Capita Spending On Organic Products
  • 4.3 Regulatory Framework
    • 4.3.1 Argentina
    • 4.3.2 Australia
    • 4.3.3 Brazil
    • 4.3.4 Canada
    • 4.3.5 China
    • 4.3.6 Egypt
    • 4.3.7 France
    • 4.3.8 Germany
    • 4.3.9 India
    • 4.3.10 Indonesia
    • 4.3.11 Iran
    • 4.3.12 Italy
    • 4.3.13 Japan
    • 4.3.14 Mexico
    • 4.3.15 Netherlands
    • 4.3.16 Nigeria
    • 4.3.17 Philippines
    • 4.3.18 Russia
    • 4.3.19 South Africa
    • 4.3.20 Spain
    • 4.3.21 Thailand
    • 4.3.22 Turkey
    • 4.3.23 United Kingdom
    • 4.3.24 United States
    • 4.3.25 Vietnam
  • 4.4 Value Chain & Distribution Channel Analysis

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION (includes market size in Value in USD and Volume, Forecasts up to 2030 and analysis of growth prospects)

  • 5.1 Form
    • 5.1.1 Azospirillum
    • 5.1.2 Azotobacter
    • 5.1.3 Mycorrhiza
    • 5.1.4 Phosphate Solubilizing Bacteria
    • 5.1.5 Rhizobium
    • 5.1.6 Other Biofertilizers
  • 5.2 Crop Type
    • 5.2.1 Cash Crops
    • 5.2.2 Horticultural Crops
    • 5.2.3 Row Crops
  • 5.3 Region
    • 5.3.1 Africa
    • 5.3.1.1 By Country
    • 5.3.1.1.1 Egypt
    • 5.3.1.1.2 Nigeria
    • 5.3.1.1.3 South Africa
    • 5.3.1.1.4 Rest of Africa
    • 5.3.2 Asia-Pacific
    • 5.3.2.1 By Country
    • 5.3.2.1.1 Australia
    • 5.3.2.1.2 China
    • 5.3.2.1.3 India
    • 5.3.2.1.4 Indonesia
    • 5.3.2.1.5 Japan
    • 5.3.2.1.6 Philippines
    • 5.3.2.1.7 Thailand
    • 5.3.2.1.8 Vietnam
    • 5.3.2.1.9 Rest of Asia-Pacific
    • 5.3.3 Europe
    • 5.3.3.1 By Country
    • 5.3.3.1.1 France
    • 5.3.3.1.2 Germany
    • 5.3.3.1.3 Italy
    • 5.3.3.1.4 Netherlands
    • 5.3.3.1.5 Russia
    • 5.3.3.1.6 Spain
    • 5.3.3.1.7 Turkey
    • 5.3.3.1.8 United Kingdom
    • 5.3.3.1.9 Rest of Europe
    • 5.3.4 Middle East
    • 5.3.4.1 By Country
    • 5.3.4.1.1 Iran
    • 5.3.4.1.2 Saudi Arabia
    • 5.3.4.1.3 Rest of Middle East
    • 5.3.5 North America
    • 5.3.5.1 By Country
    • 5.3.5.1.1 Canada
    • 5.3.5.1.2 Mexico
    • 5.3.5.1.3 United States
    • 5.3.5.1.4 Rest of North America
    • 5.3.6 South America
    • 5.3.6.1 By Country
    • 5.3.6.1.1 Argentina
    • 5.3.6.1.2 Brazil
    • 5.3.6.1.3 Rest of South America

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Key Strategic Moves
  • 6.2 Market Share Analysis
  • 6.3 Company Landscape
  • 6.4 Company Profiles (includes Global Level Overview, Market Level Overview, Core Business Segments, Financials, Headcount, Key Information, Market Rank, Market Share, Products and Services, and Analysis of Recent Developments).
    • 6.4.1 Andermatt Group AG
    • 6.4.2 Atlántica Agrícola
    • 6.4.3 Binzhou Jingyang Biological Fertilizer Co. Ltd
    • 6.4.4 Biostadt India Limited
    • 6.4.5 Ficosterra
    • 6.4.6 Gujarat State Fertilizers & Chemicals Ltd
    • 6.4.7 Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited
    • 6.4.8 Indogulf BioAg LLC (Biotech Division of Indogulf Company)
    • 6.4.9 IPL Biologicals Limited
    • 6.4.10 Kiwa Bio-Tech
    • 6.4.11 Koppert Biological Systems Inc.
    • 6.4.12 Microbial Biological Fertilizers International
    • 6.4.13 Suståne Natural Fertilizer Inc.
    • 6.4.14 Symborg Inc.
    • 6.4.15 T.Stanes and Company Limited

7. KEY STRATEGIC QUESTIONS FOR AGRICULTURAL BIOLOGICALS CEOS

8. APPENDIX

  • 8.1 Global Overview
    • 8.1.1 Overview
    • 8.1.2 Porter’s Five Forces Framework
    • 8.1.3 Global Value Chain Analysis
    • 8.1.4 Market Dynamics (DROs)
  • 8.2 Sources & References
  • 8.3 List of Tables & Figures
  • 8.4 Primary Insights
  • 8.5 Data Pack
  • 8.6 Glossary of Terms

List of Tables & Figures

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  2. AREA UNDER ORGANIC CULTIVATION IN HECTARES, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2022
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  2. PER CAPITA SPENDING ON ORGANIC PRODUCTS IN USD, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2022
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  2. GLOBAL BIOFERTILIZER MARKET, VOLUME, METRIC TON, 2017 – 2029
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  2. GLOBAL BIOFERTILIZER MARKET, VALUE, USD, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VOLUME BY FORM IN %, GLOBAL, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY FORM IN %, GLOBAL, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. AZOSPIRILLUM CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2029
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  2. AZOSPIRILLUM CONSUMPTION IN USD, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2029
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  2. AZOSPIRILLUM CONSUMPTION VALUE BY CROP TYPE IN %, GLOBAL, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. AZOTOBACTER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2029
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  2. AZOTOBACTER CONSUMPTION IN USD, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2029
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  2. AZOTOBACTER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY CROP TYPE IN %, GLOBAL, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. MYCORRHIZA CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2029
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  2. MYCORRHIZA CONSUMPTION IN USD, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2029
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  2. MYCORRHIZA CONSUMPTION VALUE BY CROP TYPE IN %, GLOBAL, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. PHOSPHATE SOLUBILIZING BACTERIA CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2029
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  2. PHOSPHATE SOLUBILIZING BACTERIA CONSUMPTION IN USD, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2029
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  2. PHOSPHATE SOLUBILIZING BACTERIA CONSUMPTION VALUE BY CROP TYPE IN %, GLOBAL, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. RHIZOBIUM CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2029
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  2. RHIZOBIUM CONSUMPTION IN USD, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2029
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  2. RHIZOBIUM CONSUMPTION VALUE BY CROP TYPE IN %, GLOBAL, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. OTHER BIOFERTILIZERS CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2029
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  2. OTHER BIOFERTILIZERS CONSUMPTION IN USD, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2029
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  2. OTHER BIOFERTILIZERS CONSUMPTION VALUE BY CROP TYPE IN %, GLOBAL, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VOLUME BY CROP TYPE IN %, GLOBAL, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY CROP TYPE IN %, GLOBAL, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION BY CASH CROPS IN METRIC TON, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION BY CASH CROPS IN USD, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY FORM IN %, GLOBAL, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION BY HORTICULTURAL CROPS IN METRIC TON, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION BY HORTICULTURAL CROPS IN USD, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY FORM IN %, GLOBAL, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION BY ROW CROPS IN METRIC TON, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION BY ROW CROPS IN USD, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY FORM IN %, GLOBAL, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, GLOBAL, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VOLUME BY REGION IN %, GLOBAL, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY REGION IN %, GLOBAL, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, AFRICA, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, AFRICA, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VOLUME BY COUNTRY IN %, AFRICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY COUNTRY IN %, AFRICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, EGYPT, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, EGYPT, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY FORM IN %, EGYPT, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, NIGERIA, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, NIGERIA, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY FORM IN %, NIGERIA, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, SOUTH AFRICA, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, SOUTH AFRICA, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY FORM IN %, SOUTH AFRICA, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, REST OF AFRICA, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, REST OF AFRICA, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY FORM IN %, REST OF AFRICA, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VOLUME BY COUNTRY IN %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY COUNTRY IN %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, AUSTRALIA, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, AUSTRALIA, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY FORM IN %, AUSTRALIA, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, CHINA, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, CHINA, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY FORM IN %, CHINA, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, INDIA, 2016 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, INDIA, 2016 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY FORM IN %, INDIA, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, INDONESIA, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, INDONESIA, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY FORM IN %, INDONESIA, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, JAPAN, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, JAPAN, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY FORM IN %, JAPAN, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, PHILIPPINES, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, PHILIPPINES, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY FORM IN %, PHILIPPINES, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, THAILAND, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, THAILAND, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY FORM IN %, THAILAND, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, VIETNAM, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, VIETNAM, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY FORM IN %, VIETNAM, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, REST OF ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, REST OF ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY FORM IN %, REST OF ASIA-PACIFIC, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, EUROPE, 2017 – 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VOLUME BY COUNTRY IN %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. BIOFERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY COUNTRY IN %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. GLOBAL BIOFERTILIZER MARKET, MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES, BY NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES, 2017-2022
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  2. GLOBAL BIOFERTILIZER MARKET SHARE(%), BY MAJOR PLAYERS

Biofertilizer Industry Segmentation

Azospirillum, Azotobacter, Mycorrhiza, Phosphate Solubilizing Bacteria, Rhizobium are covered as segments by Form. Cash Crops, Horticultural Crops, Row Crops are covered as segments by Crop Type. Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe, Middle East, North America, South America are covered as segments by Region.

  • Biofertilizers are living microorganisms that can enhance plant nutrition by either mobilizing or increasing nutrient availability in soils. The most common microorganisms used as biofertilizers in agriculture include mycorrhiza, Azospirillum, Azotobacter, Rhizobium, and phosphate-solubilizing bacteria.
  • Among these, mycorrhiza is the most consumed biofertilizer globally. It accounted for 36.7% of the biofertilizer segment in 2022, with a market value of USD 1.04 billion and a volume of 170.6 thousand metric tons. Mycorrhiza increases the root surface area of plants, thus enhancing their nutrient uptake.
  • Rhizobium is the second most consumed biofertilizer globally. It accounted for 24.2% of the biofertilizer segment in 2022. North America dominated the rhizobium sub-segment with a market share of 52.1% in the same year. Row crops dominated the rhizobium sub-segment in North America, accounting for 62.4% in 2022. Rhizobium has a symbiotic association with leguminous crops, a category of row crops. Thus, row crops dominated the rhizobium sub-segment. North America also has a large cultivation area of row crops. The rhizobium sub-segment in the North American row crops market is anticipated to record a CAGR of 10.5% during the forecast period.
  • Azospirillum accounted for 16.3% of the biofertilizer segment. North America dominated the Azospirillum sub-segment, accounting for 45.7% in 2022.
  • Thus, the biofertilizer segment of the global agricultural biologicals market is expected to grow in the coming years as more farmers seek sustainable and eco-friendly solutions to improve crop yields and soil health.

Form Azospirillum
Azotobacter
Mycorrhiza
Phosphate Solubilizing Bacteria
Rhizobium
Other Biofertilizers
Crop Type Cash Crops
Horticultural Crops
Row Crops
Region Africa By Country Egypt
Nigeria
South Africa
Rest of Africa
Region Asia-Pacific By Country Australia
China
India
Indonesia
Japan
Philippines
Thailand
Vietnam
Rest of Asia-Pacific
Region Europe By Country France
Germany
Italy
Netherlands
Russia
Spain
Turkey
United Kingdom
Rest of Europe
Region Middle East By Country Iran
Saudi Arabia
Rest of Middle East
Region North America By Country Canada
Mexico
United States
Rest of North America
Region South America By Country Argentina
Brazil
Rest of South America

Market Definition

  • AVERAGE DOSAGE RATE – The average application rate is the average volume of biofertilizers applied per hectare of farmland in the respective region/country.
  • CROP TYPE – Crop type includes Row crops (Cereals, Pulses, Oilseeds), Horticultural Crops (Fruits and vegetables) and Cash Crops (Plantation Crops, Fibre Crops and Other Industrial Crops)
  • FUNCTION – The crop nutrition function of agricultural biological consists of various products that provide essential plant nutrients and enhance soil quality.
  • TYPE – Biofertilizers enhance soil quality by increasing the population of beneficial microorganisms. They help crops absorb nutrients from the environment.
Keyword Definition
Cash Crops​ Cash crops are non-consumable crops sold as a whole or part of the crop to manufacture end-products to make a profit.
Integrated Pest Management (IPM)​ IPM is an environment-friendly and sustainable approach to control pests in various crops. It involves a combination of methods, including biological controls, cultural practices, and selective use of pesticides.
Bacterial biocontrol agents​ Bacteria used to control pests and diseases in crops. They work by producing toxins harmful to the target pests or competing with them for nutrients and space in the growing environment. Some examples of commonly used bacterial biocontrol agents include Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt), Pseudomonas fluorescens, and Streptomyces spp.​
Plant Protection Product (PPP)​ A plant protection product is a formulation applied to crops to protect from pests, such as weeds, diseases, or insects. They contain one or more active substances with other co-formulants such as solvents, carriers, inert material, wetting agents or adjuvants formulated to give optimum product efficacy.​
Pathogen​ A pathogen is an organism causing disease to its host, with the severity of the disease symptoms.​
Parasitoids​ Parasitoids are insects that lay their eggs on or within the host insect, with their larvae feeding on the host insect. In agriculture, parasitoids can be used as a form of biological pest control, as they help to control pest damage to crops and decrease the need for chemical pesticides.​
Entomopathogenic Nematodes (EPN)​ Entomopathogenic nematodes are parasitic roundworms that infect and kill pests by releasing bacteria from their gut. Entomopathogenic nematodes are a form of biocontrol agents used in agriculture.​
Vesicular-arbuscular mycorrhiza (VAM)​ VAM fungi are mycorrhizal species of fungus. They live in the roots of different higher-order plants. They develop a symbiotic relationship with the plants in the roots of these plants.​
Fungal biocontrol agents​ Fungal biocontrol agents are the beneficial fungi that control plant pests and diseases. They are an alternative to chemical pesticides. They infect and kill the pests or compete with pathogenic fungi for nutrients and space.​
Biofertilizers​ Biofertilizers contain beneficial microorganisms that enhance soil fertility and promote plant growth.​
Biopesticides​ Biopesticides are natural/bio-based compounds used to manage agricultural pests using specific biological effects.​
Predators​ Predators in agriculture are the organisms that feed on pests and help control pest damage to the crops. Some common predator species used in agriculture include ladybugs, lacewings, and predatory mites.​
Biocontrol agents​ Biocontrol agents are living organisms used to control pests and diseases in agriculture. They are alternatives to chemical pesticides and are known for their lesser impact on the environment and human health.​
Organic Fertilizers​ Organic fertilizer is composed of animal or vegetable matter used alone or in combination with one or more non-synthetically derived elements or compounds used for soil fertility and plant growth.​
Protein hydrolysates (PHs)​ Protein hydrolysate-based biostimulants contain free amino acids, oligopeptides, and polypeptides produced by enzymatic or chemical hydrolysis of proteins, primarily from vegetal or animal sources.​
Biostimulants/Plant Growth Regulators (PGR)​ Biostimulants/Plant Growth Regulators (PGR) are substances derived from natural resources to enhance plant growth and health by stimulating plant processes (metabolism).​
Soil Amendments​ Soil Amendments are substances applied to soil that improve soil health, such as soil fertility and soil structure.​
Seaweed Extract​ Seaweed extracts are rich in micro and macronutrients, proteins, polysaccharides, polyphenols, phytohormones, and osmolytes. These substances boost seed germination and crop establishment, total plant growth and productivity.​
Compounds related to biocontrol and/or promoting growth (CRBPG)​ Compounds related to biocontrol or promoting growth (CRBPG)​ are the ability of a bacteria to produce compounds for phytopathogen biocontrol and plant growth promotion.​
Symbiotic Nitrogen-Fixing Bacteria​ Symbiotic nitrogen-fixing bacteria such as Rhizobium obtain food and shelter from the host, and in return, they help by providing fixed nitrogen to the plants.​
Nitrogen Fixation​ Nitrogen fixation is a chemical process in soil which converts molecular nitrogen into ammonia or related nitrogenous compounds.​
ARS (Agricultural Research Service)​ ARS is the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s chief scientific in-house research agency. It aims to find solutions to agricultural problems faced by the farmers in the country.​
Phytosanitary Regulations​ Phytosanitary regulations imposed by the respective government bodies check or prohibit the importation and marketing of certain insects, plant species, or products of these plants to prevent the introduction or spread of new plant pests or pathogens.​
Ectomycorrhizae (ECM)​ Ectomycorrhiza (ECM) is a symbiotic interaction of fungi with the feeder roots of higher plants in which both the plant and the fungi benefit through the association for survival.​

Biofertilizer Market Research FAQs

The Global Biofertilizer Market size is expected to reach USD 3.72 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 9.94% to reach USD 5.97 billion by 2030.

In 2025, the Global Biofertilizer Market size is expected to reach USD 3.72 billion.

Gujarat State Fertilizers & Chemicals Ltd, Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited, Koppert Biological Systems Inc., Symborg Inc. and T.Stanes and Company Limited are the major companies operating in the Global Biofertilizer Market.

In the Global Biofertilizer Market, the Mycorrhiza segment accounts for the largest share by form.

In 2025, North America accounts for the largest share by region in the Global Biofertilizer Market.

In 2025, the Global Biofertilizer Market size was estimated at 3.72 billion. The report covers the Global Biofertilizer Market historical market size for years: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Global Biofertilizer Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.