Organic Fertilizers Market Report, By Source (Animal, Plant, Mineral), Crop Type (Cereals & Grains, Oilseeds & Pulses, Fruits & Vegetables) and Geography- Global Market Share, Trend Analysis & Forecast

Organic farming is a form of agriculture that depends on procedures such as crop rotation, green manure, compost, and biological pest control. Organic agriculture is an environmental production management system that upholds and advances biodiversity, biological cycles and soil biological activity. Organic farming is intricated with the natural methods like crop rotation, biological pest control, compost etc. It is based on negligible use of off-farm inputs and on management practices that reestablish, maintain and improve ecological harmony.

A foremost part of organic farming comprises of organic fertilizers. Only thirty percent of area in India is cultivated with fertilizers where irrigation facilities are available. Farmers use organic manure as a nutrient for their own farms. North- Eastern region of India offers huge resource for organic farming due to low use of chemicals. About 18 million hectares of land is available in the North Eastern region of India where people do organic farming.

Market Dynamics- Global Organic Fertilizers Market

Mounting consumer awareness relating to hazardous effects of synthetic & chemical fertilizers, pesticides is likely to offer positive outlook for industry size. Increasing consumer base for non-synthetic food, beverages, personal care and pharmaceutical products has boosted the organic fertilizers demand. Similarly, rising awareness about health & safety particularly in urban populace will support industry growth.

Similarly, inclining preference for biological farming among farmers owing to higher demand for chemical-free food products is anticipated to drive the market growth of organic fertilizers over the forecast period. Moreover, environmental benefits and minimized soil degradation are major aspects accelerating the product adoption. Shift towards sustainable farming methods owing to its large number of advantages is likely to fuel the market. 

Major developments:

• In November 2019, The Totagars’ Cooperative Sale Society (TSS) Ltd at Sirsi in Uttara Kannada district launched a new organic fertilizer product in the market. This product helps in the growth of Trichoderma and is suitable for arecanut, pepper and banana plantations. 
• Also, in June 2018, Mahadhan, one of the well-known fertilizer brands in the country announced that it has invested in a multi-crore setup, which is the first of its kind in India and will produce India’s first fertilizer that will combine traditional chemical fertilizers with organic material.

Organic Fertilizers Market- Segmental Overview

The study analyses Global Organic Fertilizers market based on source, crop type and geography. 

• The major source of organic fertilizers include plants, animals and minerals. Animal source organic fertilizers is anticipated to dominate the market over the forecast period. Moreover, mounting demand for organic food is expected to drive the growth of the animal based organic fertilizer market during the forecast period. 
• By crop type, the market is categorized into cereals & grains, oilseeds & pulses, fruits & vegetables, turfs, lawns etc. Rising need for organic grains, oils and vegetables is likely to open doors for the global fertilizers market over the forecast period. Cereals and grains segment is anticipated to dominate the market over the forecast period.

Global Organic Fertilizers Market-Regional Outlook

The market is studied for the key countries of North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Rest of the World. 

North America holds majority of the share in the global organic fertilizers market owing to increased consumer preference for chemical-free food products. Growing R&D investments for sustainable farming practices will support industry growth. Existence of major accreditation associations particularly in the U.S including USDA will propel product demand.

Moreover, Europe organic fertilizers market is likely to observe significant achievements in estimated timeframe. Regulatory support together with government upgrades and backings are among key factor driving regional demand. Growing implementation of sustainable farming practices predominantly in Spain, France, Germany, and Italy owing to increasing health, safety and environmental concerns will drive industry demand.

Global Organic Fertilizers Market-Key Players

The major players of the Organic Fertilizers Market are Agrocare Canada Inc., California Organic Fertilizers, Coromandel International Ltd., BioStar Renewables, Fertikal, ILSA S.p.A., Walt’s Organic Fertilzer Co., Scotts Miracle-Gro, Sustane Natural Fertilizer, SARL PLANTIN, Perfect Blend, Nature Safe, Multiplex Group, Midwestern BioAG and among other.