Organic Fertilizers Market By Type (Animal-based {Manure Based, Blood Meal, Bone Meal, Fish-based, Poultry Litter, Others} Plant-based {Compost-based, Seaweed-based, Green Manure, Others} Mineral-based {Rock Phosphate, Calcium Sulphate, Others} Microbial-Based {Mycorrhizal Fungi, Nitrogen Fixing Bacteria, Biological Inoculants} Others), By Form (Solid, Liquid, Others), By Application (Soil Application, Foliar Application, Fertigation, Other), By Crop Type (Cereals and grains, Oilseeds and Pulses, Fruits and vegetables, Others), and By End-user (Agriculture, Gardening, Forestry, Others), Global Market Size, Segmental analysis, Regional Overview, Company Share Analysis, Leading Company Profiles And Market Forecast, 2025 – 2035

Industry Outlook

The Organic Fertilizers market accounted for USD 10.35 Billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 25.9 Billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of around 8.7% between 2025 and 2035. The organic fertilizers market is a business involved with producing and distributing fertilizers manufactured from natural sources rather than artificial chemicals. This fertilizer is derived from components based on plant, animal, or mineral materials, like compost, manure, bone meal, and seaweed to enrich the soil in all nutrients.

Organic fertilizers are preferred by environment-conscious farmers and gardeners, as they improve soil health, promote microbial action, and reduce chemical runoffs into water courses that are toxic to ecosystems. This market has arisen spectacularly with the growing demand for practices of organic farming, sustainable agriculture, and eco-friendly products worldwide. This increasingly expanding market is supplemented by enhanced environmental awareness, consumer health consciousness, and government regulations on organic farming. Organic fertilizers also offer some additional long-term benefits than synthetic ones in terms of how they enhance soil structure and fertility.

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Market Dynamics

• Rising Consumer Demand for Organic Food Fuels the Adoption of Organic Fertilizers

Organic food demand is on the rise, which is beneficial for the high growth being experienced in the organic fertilizers market. It is the consideration of the International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements, which holds the global market for organic food reaches $135 billion and holds the belief that consumer demand is shifting toward healthier, sustainable, and eco-friendly products. This surge in demand is calling producers to adopt organic farming practices, with the application of organic manures as part of obtaining organic accreditation. 

Organic manures are derived from organic sources including compost and manure, plant-derived products, which enhance the health and fertile condition of the soil and equally support the use of environmentally-friendly agriculture. As consumer demand for chemical-free agricultural produce and ecologically friendly products continues high, the adoption of organic farming solutions is expected to increase. Organic food has recently become highly in demand due to an emerging market. Also, due to the harmful effects of synthetic chemicals, the pressure for organic fertilizers-the backbone for the long-term sustainability of agricultural farms- is building up.

• Health and Wellness Trends Fuel Growing Demand for Organic Food and Fertilizers

Health and wellness trends are fuelling the rising trend of organic food, which increases the demand for organic fertilizers. Consumers increasingly seek chemical-free products, reflecting an overall shift toward organic farming practices. Such changes in demand on organic food have directly affected the requirement for organic fertilizers since it is important to maintain soil fertility through organic fertilizers and for organic certification.

Organic fertilizers derived from such natural materials as compost, manure, and plant-based products, are a principal need in sustaining such growth through their ability to improve soil fertility and productive agriculture. The increasing trend of chemical-free cultivation and growing concern related to environmental degradation due to synthetic fertilizers accelerates the demand for organic fertilizers as well.

The U.S. organic food sales according to the USDA, hit $61.67 billion in 2022 and they increased by 4.3 percent from the same period last year. Recent years have indeed shown immense growth in the organic food sector as well as the demand for organic farming solutions.

• High Cost of Organic Fertilizers Limits Adoption Among Price-Sensitive Farmers

The major restraint to the organic fertilizers market is their cost effectiveness as compared to conventional chemical fertilizers. Hence, a limiting factor to adoption, especially by price-sensitive farmers, is that organic fertilizers are primarily composed of natural materials such as compost, manure, and plant-based substances. They tend to be expensive to produce and apply, hence not economically accessible for tight-budgeted farmers. A U.S. Under the Department of Agriculture (USDA), organic fertilizers tend to be 20-40% more expensive than synthetics.

Organic fertilizers are much more expensive, therefore becoming one of the major reasons why farmers find it difficult to shift to the organic approach. These differences in costs can faze farmers, especially those who own relatively small businesses or who come from developing regions. Organic fertilizers provide a long-term leverage compared to benefits accrued on the environment and soil health, though the cost, which is quite somewhat big, presents a challenging issue for the market hence inhibiting growth in this area of sensitive costs, such as farming.

• Increasing Focus on Sustainability Makes Organic Fertilizers Essential for Agricultural Transition

The higher consideration of sustainable agriculture truly opens a substantial opportunity for the organic fertilizers market. Data released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture states that organic farming in the U.S. has occupied more than 5.5 million acres of farmland as of 2021, indicating that more people are beginning to consider sustainable farming practices. Organic fertilizers are becoming fundamental factors in lesser environmental strain, improved soil health, and long-term agricultural sustainability as the world shifts focus towards eco-friendly farming. 

Emerging from growing concerns over environmental damage emanating from the chemical use of fertilizers, compost-based fertilizers, and biological fertilizers have emerged in popularity. Besides the rising demand for organic food and chemical-free farming, organic fertilizers are basically in a leap towards increasing demand. Next, favorable government policies and incentives towards organic farming have been key drivers of adoption, thus putting organic fertilizers at the heart of future growth in agriculture.

• Opportunity in Converting Organic Waste into Eco-Friendly Fertilizers

Growing usage of organic waste materials such as food scraps, manure, and agricultural residues for the production of eco-friendly fertilizers is opening up opportunities in this market. This choice will not only reduce waste but naturally replace synthetic fertilizers. Since agricultural industries are shifting toward sustainable options, using organic waste for producing fertilizers supports environmental objectives and economic opportunity.

Besides, policy actions to promote the adoption of circular economy policies and biodegradable organic waste management. Which manufacturing goods that rejuvenate the soil or enhance crop development will further accelerate these trends. Growing demand for chemical-free farming, regenerative agriculture, and sustainable agriculture practices will see a promising surge in the market growth of organic fertilizers made from organic waste in the next couple of years.

Industry Experts Opinion

“The market's growing interest in sustainable and specialty fertilizers is driving decarbonization in agriculture. New pricing tools and the Nutrient Calculator offer transparency, helping companies manage environmental footprints and stay aligned with evolving regulations.”

• Argus chairman and chief executive Adrian Binks.

Segment Analysis

Based on type, the Organic Fertilizers market is segmented into Animal-based (Manure, Blood Meal), Plant-based (Compost, Seaweed), Mineral-based (Rock Phosphate), and Microbial-based (Mycorrhizal Fungi). Plant-based fertilizers currently lead the market due to their availability, sustainability, and high demand in organic farming.

The Organic Fertilizers market is segmented by application into Soil Application, Foliar Application, Fertigation, and Other. Soil Application is currently leading due to its effectiveness in improving soil health, promoting nutrient absorption, and supporting long-term crop growth.

The Organic Fertilizers market is segmented by form into Solid, Liquid, and other types. Solid organic fertilizers are currently leading the market due to their ease of use, longer shelf life, and effectiveness in providing nutrients to plants over time.

Regional Analysis

North America is the largest region in the Organic Fertilizers market. The U.S. and Canada have registered high growth based on the increasing customer demand for organic products and sustainable agriculture. The region has a solid agricultural sector. Moreover, governments also provide incentives for organic farming, which has supported wide-scale use of organic fertilizers. The region is also well-equipped with infrastructure and the most advanced technology, which supports the growth. Other factors are organic farming certifications and the presence of more and more eco-conscious consumers in this region who need organic fertilizers.

The Asia-Pacific region is the fastest-growing market for Organic Fertilizers. Rapid urbanization in countries such as China and India, awareness of sustainable agriculture, and people's attitudes towards organic farming are contributing factors to growth in the region. The country holds an extremely large agricultural base, with growing support for eco-friendly methods of farming, making it a key player in the expansion of organic fertilizer use.

Organic food demand as well as the need to reduce the environmental footprint of conventional farming is further pushing this growth. In addition, policies by governments to use organic inputs and enhance soil health are also accelerating market growth across the region.  

Competitive Landscape

The competitive landscape of the organic fertilizers market is very intensive with a significant number of strong players consisting of Scotts Miracle-Gro, BASF, Yara International, Koch Industries, and Cargill, among others. Innovation, strategic partnership, and the ever-increasing emphasis on sustainability differentiate these companies from the rest, hence cornering their position in the market. New entrants include Scotts Miracle-Gro which has entered the organic market by developing new product lines and BASF, which invested in more sustainable fertilizer technologies, including bio-based fertilizers.

Yara International developed new organic fertilizer solutions that help reduce a company's impact on the environment. Such partnerships also, wherein large agribusinesses align with smaller firms focused on organic production, are also being developed to enhance their product portfolios and expand their reach geographically.

Recent Developments:

• In October 2024, Argus launched the world’s first weekly price indices for sustainable and specialty fertilizers, covering water-soluble, low-carbon, organic, and organo-mineral products.
• In May 2024, Fresh Del Monte and Vellsam Materias Bioactivas launched De l’Ora Bio, a partnership focused on turning pineapple residues into eco-friendly biofertilizers.
• In December 2023, a researcher at Chulalongkorn University developed an organic fertilizer from cassava waste and sewage sludge, replacing chemical fertilizers. He also created a microbial inoculum formula to boost plant nutrients.

Report Coverage:

By Type

• Animal-based
  • Manure Based
  • Blood Meal
  • Bone Meal
  • Fish-based
  • Poultry Litter
  • Others
• Plant-based
  • Compost-based
  • Seaweed-based
  • Green Manure
  • Others
• Mineral-based
  • Rock Phosphate
  • Calcium Sulphate
  • Others
• Microbial-Based
  • Mycorrhizal Fungi
  • Nitrogen Fixing Bacteria
  • Biological Inoculants
• Others

By Form

• Solid
• Liquid
• Others

By Application

• Soil Application
• Foliar Application
• Fertigation
• Other

By Crop Type

• Cereals and grains
• Oilseeds and pulses
• Fruits and vegetables
• Others

By End-user

• Agriculture
• Gardening
• Forestry
• Others

By Region

North America

• U.S.
• Canada

Europe

• U.K.
• France
• Germany
• Italy
• Spain
• Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific

• China
• Japan
• India
• Australia
• South Korea
• Singapore
• Rest of Asia Pacific

Latin America

• Brazil
• Argentina
• Mexico
• Rest of Latin America

Middle East & Africa

• GCC Countries
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East & Africa

List of Companies:

• Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
• BASF SE
• Koch Industries, Inc.
• Yara International ASA
• Cargill, Incorporated
• NutriTech Solutions
• General Organics
• The Dow Chemical Company
• National Fertilizers Limited
• Tata Chemicals Limited
• AgroCare Canada Inc.
• Espoma Company
• Itaqui Fertilizers
• Compo Expert GmbH
• Sustane Natural Fertilizer, Inc

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