Middle East & Africa Specialty Fertilizer Market Size
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Study Period | 2017 - 2030 |
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Market Size (2024) | USD 4.65 Billion |
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Market Size (2030) | USD 6.81 Billion |
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Largest Share by Speciality Type | Liquid Fertilizer |
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CAGR (2024 - 2030) | 6.55 % |
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Largest Share by Country | Nigeria |
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Middle East & Africa Specialty Fertilizer Market Analysis
The Middle East & Africa Specialty Fertilizer Market size is estimated at 4.65 billion USD in 2024, and is expected to reach 6.81 billion USD by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 6.55% during the forecast period (2024-2030).
4.65 Billion
Market Size in 2024 (USD)
6.81 Billion
Market Size in 2030 (USD)
8.90 %
CAGR (2017-2023)
6.55 %
CAGR (2024-2030)
Largest segment by Speciality Type
49.59 %
value share, Liquid Fertilizer, 2023
Liquid fertilizers penetrate into soil easily, which helps to absorb nutrients quickly. They can be combined with other Agro chemicals which will reduce the overall cost.
Fastest Growing Speciality Type
7.94 %
Projected CAGR, CRF, 2024-2030
Increasing demand for highly efficient fertilizers to increase crop productivity, the demand for controlled-release fertilizers is expected to grow during the forecast period
Largest Segment by Crop Type
7.47 %
Projected CAGR, Horticultural Crops, 2024-2030
The specialty fertilizer market in the horticultural crops segment is anticipated to increase, as specialty fertilizers are more efficient than conventional fertilizers.
Largest segment by Country
7.30 %
value share, Nigeria, 2023
The Nigerian agricultural sector is facing various challenges including land tenure issues, limited irrigation, and climate change that will drive the specialty fertilizers market.
Leading Market Player
14.16 %
market share, Yara International ASA, 2022
Yara International has became a market leader by offering a wide range of specialty fertilizers including CRF, SRF, foliar, liquid, micronutrients and complex fertilizers
Growing awareness and efficiency in nutrient supply may drive market growth
- The Middle East & Africa's specialty fertilizers market held a 7.6% share of the total market value in 2022, with a projected CAGR of 6.4% during the forecast period. The relatively lower adoption of specialty fertilizers by farmers, coupled with their higher costs compared to conventional options, explains this modest market share.
- In 2022, South Africa, Nigeria, and Turkey emerged as dominant players, capturing 11.4%, 8.3%, and 4.9% of the market, respectively. These countries, with their sizable populations, ample land availability, and government-led fertilizer trials, have become focal points for fertilizer manufacturers. These manufacturers are tailoring specialty products to meet the specific requirements of these markets, fueling further market expansion.
- Liquid fertilizers held a significant share of 48.5% in the Middle East & Africa's specialty fertilizers market in 2022. Growers in this region have recognized the benefits of liquid fertilizers, including their easy soil penetration, fast nutrient absorption by plants, and reduced wastage. These fertilizers can be applied either to the ground or as a foliar spray. This presents a lucrative opportunity for manufacturers eyeing the liquid fertilizers segment over the study period.
- In 2022, water-soluble fertilizers commanded a 47.3% share in the Middle East & Africa's specialty fertilizers market. These fertilizers offer a simplified nutrition management approach as their nutrient levels remain unaffected by leaching.
- A notable uptick in farmers' awareness regarding specialized fertilizers has occurred in recent years. This, coupled with a growing demand for liquid, water-soluble, and controlled-release fertilizers, is expected to be the driving force behind the market's growth.
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Growing awareness and efficiency in nutrient supply may drive market growth during the study period
- The Middle East & Africa's specialty fertilizers market held a 7.6% share of the total market value in 2022, with a projected CAGR of 6.4% from 2023 to 2030. Specialty fertilizers face a lower market share, primarily due to limited farmer awareness and their relatively higher cost compared to conventional alternatives.
- In 2022, South Africa, Nigeria, and Turkey emerged as the dominant players in the market, capturing shares of 11.4%, 8.3%, and 4.9%, respectively. These countries, with their sizable populations, ample land availability, and government-backed fertilizer trials, have become prime targets for fertilizer manufacturers. These manufacturers are tailoring their offerings to the specific requirements of these nations, further fueling market growth.
- Liquid fertilizers held the lion's share, accounting for 48.5% of the Middle East & Africa's specialty fertilizers market in 2022. Growers in the region have recognized the advantages of liquid fertilizers, such as better soil penetration, enhanced nutrient absorption, and reduced wastage. These fertilizers can be applied either to the ground or as foliar sprays, presenting a significant growth opportunity for manufacturers in this segment.
- Water-soluble fertilizers, capturing 47.0% of the specialty fertilizers' market value in 2022, offer simplified nutrition management as they are not affected by leaching.
- The market has witnessed a surge in farmer awareness about specialized fertilizers and a rising demand for liquid, water-soluble, and controlled-release fertilizers, setting the stage for robust market growth.
Middle East & Africa Specialty Fertilizer Market Trends
Deterioration of agricultural lands due to erosion caused by wind and water will pose a challenge in cultivating crops in the region.
- In countries in the Middle East & Africa, field crops such as corn, rice, sorghum, and soybeans are typically sown in April-May and harvested between September and October. Agriculture in the region faces significant challenges, including scarcity of land and water. Both rain-fed and irrigated lands are deteriorating due to erosion from wind and water, exacerbated by unsustainable farming practices. Field crops occupy a dominant position, accounting for 90% of the region's agricultural land. In 2022, the total area under field crop cultivation in the region reached 249 million hectares, marking a 3.9% increase from 2017. Corn alone commands a significant share, covering 17.8% of the total field crop area. Wheat cultivation area witnessed a 4.6% rise from 2017 to 2022. Specifically, the region's corn cultivation area was 44.3 million hectares in 2022.
- Nigeria leads in sorghum production, followed by Ethiopia in Africa. Sorghum, a vital cereal crop, constitutes 50% of Nigeria's total cereal output and occupies approximately 45% of the land dedicated to cereal production. Sorghum's resilience to drought and waterlogging, along with its adaptability to diverse soil conditions, makes it a preferred staple crop in the drier regions of the Middle East & Africa, ensuring food and income security.
- The region has witnessed a population growth of over 23% in the last decade. Despite limited production capacity, the forecast indicates a rise in food imports. However, the agricultural sector has consistently expanded, paralleled by an increase in cultivated land.
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The arid climate leads to a faster depletion of nitrogen in the soil, making it a crucial nutrient for agricultural productivity.
- Nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium are primary nutrients crucial for plant growth. Nitrogen and phosphorous are integral to proteins and nucleic acids, key components of plant tissue. Meanwhile, potassium significantly influences the quality of harvested crops. Field crops, on average, receive an application rate of 174.4 kg per hectare for these primary nutrients.
- Specifically, the average application rates for nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium in field crops across the Middle East & Africa stood at 234.8 kg/hectare, 127.4 kg/hectare, and 161.0 kg/hectare, respectively. The Middle East & Africa predominantly cultivate major field crops like wheat, sorghum, rice, and corn. In 2022, the average application rates for primary nutrients in these crops were 144.5 kg/hectare, 162.9 kg/hectare, 152.6 kg/hectare, and 245.24 kg/hectare, respectively.
- Of the primary nutrients, nitrogen dominates consumption in the Middle East & Africa, reaching 1.7 million metric tons in 2022. Nitrogen is the most crucial nutrient for crop yields, and given the prevalent deficiency of nitrogen in regional soils, it has become the most widely applied fertilizer. This dominance is driven by the region's substantial field crop area, comprising around 95.0% of the total, and the resulting high demand for primary nutrients. This emphasis on self-sufficiency and reducing import reliance underscores the growing market for field crops in the region.
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OTHER KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS COVERED IN THE REPORT
- Horticultural crops has high economic value and require less water for the entire crops cycle, making it the most preferred crop for farmers.
- In soils with varying pH levels, chelating agents like DTPA are employed to enhance manganese uptake
- Calcium essential for plant tissue development and overall plant growth
- The practice of irrigation is most prevalent in countries like Egypt, Morocco, and South Africa, accounting for 24.5%, 12.1%, and 10.4%, respectively, of the total irrigated land area in 2022
- Foliar application is used to combat manganese and iron deficiencies in the region
- Nitrogen is applied in a higher quantity to support the rapid vegetative growth and fruit production in horticultural crops.
- Magnesium is the most consumed nutrient by vegetable crops in the region
Middle East & Africa Specialty Fertilizer Industry Overview
The Middle East & Africa Specialty Fertilizer Market is fragmented, with the top five companies occupying 15.14%. The major players in this market are ICL Group Ltd, K+S Aktiengesellschaft, Safsulphur, Unikeyterra Chemical and Yara International ASA (sorted alphabetically).
Middle East & Africa Specialty Fertilizer Market Leaders
ICL Group Ltd
K+S Aktiengesellschaft
Safsulphur
Unikeyterra Chemical
Yara International ASA
Other important companies include Azra Group AS, Foskor, Gavilon South Africa (MacroSource, LLC), Kynoch Fertilizer.
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order.
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Middle East & Africa Specialty Fertilizer Market News
- April 2023: K+S acquired a 75% share of the fertilizer business of a South African trading company, Industrial Commodities Holdings (Pty) Ltd (ICH). In addition to expanding the core business, K+S is strengthening its operations in southern and eastern Africa as a result of this acquisition. The newly acquired fertilizer business in the future is to be operated in a joint venture under the name of FertivPty Ltd.
- April 2019: Kynoch announced Mergers & Acquisitions of Profert Fertilizer a major role player in the granular and liquid fertilizer industry. This transaction will give Kynoch access to new markets and additional production resources, ultimately contributing to their motto of enhancing efficiency through innovation.
- March 2019: Kynoch Fertilizer, a leading plant nutrient producer and distributor, announced the Mergers & Acquisitions of Sidi Parani to build a substantial position in the fertilizer market in South Africa and Africa.
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Middle East & Africa Specialty Fertilizer 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
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4.1 Acreage Of Major Crop Types
- 4.1.1 Field Crops
- 4.1.2 Horticultural Crops
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4.2 Average Nutrient Application Rates
- 4.2.1 Micronutrients
- 4.2.1.1 Field Crops
- 4.2.1.2 Horticultural Crops
- 4.2.2 Primary Nutrients
- 4.2.2.1 Field Crops
- 4.2.2.2 Horticultural Crops
- 4.2.3 Secondary Macronutrients
- 4.2.3.1 Field Crops
- 4.2.3.2 Horticultural Crops
- 4.3 Agricultural Land Equipped For Irrigation
- 4.4 Regulatory Framework
- 4.5 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)
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5.1 Speciality Type
- 5.1.1 CRF
- 5.1.1.1 Polymer Coated
- 5.1.1.2 Polymer-Sulfur Coated
- 5.1.1.3 Others
- 5.1.2 Liquid Fertilizer
- 5.1.3 SRF
- 5.1.4 Water Soluble
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5.2 Application Mode
- 5.2.1 Fertigation
- 5.2.2 Foliar
- 5.2.3 Soil
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5.3 Crop Type
- 5.3.1 Field Crops
- 5.3.2 Horticultural Crops
- 5.3.3 Turf & Ornamental
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5.4 Country
- 5.4.1 Nigeria
- 5.4.2 Saudi Arabia
- 5.4.3 South Africa
- 5.4.4 Turkey
- 5.4.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
- 6.1 Key Strategic Moves
- 6.2 Market Share Analysis
- 6.3 Company Landscape
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6.4 Company Profiles
- 6.4.1 Azra Group AS
- 6.4.2 Foskor
- 6.4.3 Gavilon South Africa (MacroSource, LLC)
- 6.4.4 ICL Group Ltd
- 6.4.5 K+S Aktiengesellschaft
- 6.4.6 Kynoch Fertilizer
- 6.4.7 Safsulphur
- 6.4.8 Unikeyterra Chemical
- 6.4.9 Yara International ASA
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. KEY STRATEGIC QUESTIONS FOR FERTILIZER CEOS
8. APPENDIX
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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
- Figure 1:
- CULTIVATION OF FIELD CROPS IN HECTARE, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2022
- Figure 2:
- CULTIVATION OF HORTICULTURAL CROPS IN HECTARE, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2022
- Figure 3:
- CONSUMPTION OF MICRONUTRIENTS BY FIELD CROPS IN KG/HECTARE, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2022
- Figure 4:
- CONSUMPTION OF MICRONUTRIENTS BY HORTICULTURAL CROPS IN KG/HECTARE, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2022
- Figure 5:
- CONSUMPTION OF PRIMARY NUTRIENTS BY FIELD CROPS IN KG/HECTARE, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2022
- Figure 6:
- CONSUMPTION OF PRIMARY NUTRIENTS BY HORTICULTURAL CROPS IN KG/HECTARE, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2022
- Figure 7:
- CONSUMPTION OF SECONDARY MACRONUTRIENTS BY FIELD CROPS IN KG/HECTARE, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2022
- Figure 8:
- CONSUMPTION OF SECONDARY MACRONUTRIENTS BY HORTICULTURAL CROPS IN KG/HECTARE, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2022
- Figure 9:
- AGRICULTURAL LAND EQUIPPED FOR IRRIGATION IN HECATRE, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2022
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- SPECIALITY FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 11:
- SPECIALITY FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 12:
- FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION BY SPECIALITY TYPE IN METRIC TON, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 13:
- FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION BY SPECIALITY TYPE IN USD, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 14:
- FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VOLUME BY SPECIALITY TYPE IN %, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 15:
- FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY SPECIALITY TYPE IN %, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 16:
- CRF FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION BY COATING TYPE IN METRIC TON, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 17:
- CRF FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION BY COATING TYPE IN USD, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 18:
- CRF FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VOLUME BY COATING TYPE IN %, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 19:
- CRF FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY COATING TYPE IN %, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 20:
- POLYMER COATED CRF FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 21:
- POLYMER COATED CRF FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 22:
- POLYMER COATED CRF FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY CROP TYPE IN %, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 23:
- POLYMER-SULFUR COATED CRF FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 24:
- POLYMER-SULFUR COATED CRF FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 25:
- POLYMER-SULFUR COATED CRF FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY CROP TYPE IN %, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 26:
- OTHERS CRF FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 27:
- OTHERS CRF FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 28:
- OTHERS CRF FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY CROP TYPE IN %, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 29:
- LIQUID ALL FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 30:
- LIQUID ALL FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 31:
- LIQUID ALL FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY CROP TYPE IN %, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 32:
- SRF FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 33:
- SRF FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 34:
- SRF FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY CROP TYPE IN %, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 35:
- WATER SOLUBLE FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 36:
- WATER SOLUBLE FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 37:
- WATER SOLUBLE FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY CROP TYPE IN %, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 38:
- SPECIALITY FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION BY APPLICATION MODE IN METRIC TON, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 39:
- SPECIALITY FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION BY APPLICATION MODE IN USD, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 40:
- SPECIALITY FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VOLUME BY APPLICATION MODE IN %, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 41:
- SPECIALITY FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY APPLICATION MODE IN %, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 42:
- FERTIGATION APPLICATION OF SPECIALITY FERTILIZER IN METRIC TON, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 43:
- FERTIGATION APPLICATION OF SPECIALITY FERTILIZER IN USD, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 44:
- FERTIGATION APPLICATION OF SPECIALITY FERTILIZER IN VALUE BY CROP TYPE IN %, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 45:
- FOLIAR APPLICATION OF SPECIALITY FERTILIZER IN METRIC TON, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 46:
- FOLIAR APPLICATION OF SPECIALITY FERTILIZER IN USD, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 47:
- FOLIAR APPLICATION OF SPECIALITY FERTILIZER IN VALUE BY CROP TYPE IN %, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 48:
- SOIL APPLICATION OF SPECIALITY FERTILIZER IN METRIC TON, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 49:
- SOIL APPLICATION OF SPECIALITY FERTILIZER IN USD, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 50:
- SOIL APPLICATION OF SPECIALITY FERTILIZER IN VALUE BY CROP TYPE IN %, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 51:
- SPECIALITY FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION BY CROP TYPE IN METRIC TON, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 52:
- SPECIALITY FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION BY CROP TYPE IN USD, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 53:
- SPECIALITY FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VOLUME BY CROP TYPE IN %, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 54:
- SPECIALITY FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY CROP TYPE IN %, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 55:
- FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION BY FIELD CROPS IN METRIC TON, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 56:
- FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION BY FIELD CROPS IN USD, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 57:
- FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY SPECIALITY TYPE IN %, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 58:
- FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION BY HORTICULTURAL CROPS IN METRIC TON, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 59:
- FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION BY HORTICULTURAL CROPS IN USD, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 60:
- FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY SPECIALITY TYPE IN %, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 61:
- FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION BY TURF & ORNAMENTAL IN METRIC TON, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 62:
- FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION BY TURF & ORNAMENTAL IN USD, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 63:
- FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY SPECIALITY TYPE IN %, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 64:
- SPECIALITY FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY IN METRIC TON, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 65:
- SPECIALITY FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY IN USD, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 66:
- SPECIALITY FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VOLUME BY COUNTRY IN %, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 67:
- SPECIALITY FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY COUNTRY IN %, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 68:
- FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, NIGERIA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 69:
- FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, NIGERIA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 70:
- SPECIALITY FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY CROP TYPE IN %, NIGERIA, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 71:
- FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, SAUDI ARABIA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 72:
- FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, SAUDI ARABIA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 73:
- SPECIALITY FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY CROP TYPE IN %, SAUDI ARABIA, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 74:
- FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, SOUTH AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 75:
- FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, SOUTH AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 76:
- SPECIALITY FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY CROP TYPE IN %, SOUTH AFRICA, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 77:
- FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, TURKEY, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 78:
- FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, TURKEY, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 79:
- SPECIALITY FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY CROP TYPE IN %, TURKEY, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 80:
- FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN METRIC TON, REST OF MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 81:
- FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION IN USD, REST OF MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 82:
- SPECIALITY FERTILIZER CONSUMPTION VALUE BY CROP TYPE IN %, REST OF MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 83:
- MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES BY NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 84:
- MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA SPECIALTY FERTILIZER MARKET, MOST ADOPTED STRATEGIES, 2018 - 2021
- Figure 85:
- MARKET SHARE OF MAJOR PLAYERS IN %, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, 2022
Middle East & Africa Specialty Fertilizer Industry Segmentation
CRF, Liquid Fertilizer, SRF, Water Soluble are covered as segments by Speciality Type. Fertigation, Foliar, Soil are covered as segments by Application Mode. Field Crops, Horticultural Crops, Turf & Ornamental are covered as segments by Crop Type. Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Turkey are covered as segments by Country.
- The Middle East & Africa's specialty fertilizers market held a 7.6% share of the total market value in 2022, with a projected CAGR of 6.4% during the forecast period. The relatively lower adoption of specialty fertilizers by farmers, coupled with their higher costs compared to conventional options, explains this modest market share.
- In 2022, South Africa, Nigeria, and Turkey emerged as dominant players, capturing 11.4%, 8.3%, and 4.9% of the market, respectively. These countries, with their sizable populations, ample land availability, and government-led fertilizer trials, have become focal points for fertilizer manufacturers. These manufacturers are tailoring specialty products to meet the specific requirements of these markets, fueling further market expansion.
- Liquid fertilizers held a significant share of 48.5% in the Middle East & Africa's specialty fertilizers market in 2022. Growers in this region have recognized the benefits of liquid fertilizers, including their easy soil penetration, fast nutrient absorption by plants, and reduced wastage. These fertilizers can be applied either to the ground or as a foliar spray. This presents a lucrative opportunity for manufacturers eyeing the liquid fertilizers segment over the study period.
- In 2022, water-soluble fertilizers commanded a 47.3% share in the Middle East & Africa's specialty fertilizers market. These fertilizers offer a simplified nutrition management approach as their nutrient levels remain unaffected by leaching.
- A notable uptick in farmers' awareness regarding specialized fertilizers has occurred in recent years. This, coupled with a growing demand for liquid, water-soluble, and controlled-release fertilizers, is expected to be the driving force behind the market's growth.
| Speciality Type | CRF | Polymer Coated |
| Polymer-Sulfur Coated | ||
| Others | ||
| Speciality Type | Liquid Fertilizer | |
| SRF | ||
| Water Soluble | ||
| Application Mode | Fertigation | |
| Foliar | ||
| Soil | ||
| Crop Type | Field Crops | |
| Horticultural Crops | ||
| Turf & Ornamental | ||
| Country | Nigeria | |
| Saudi Arabia | ||
| South Africa | ||
| Turkey | ||
| Rest of Middle East & Africa |
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Market Definition
- MARKET ESTIMATION LEVEL - Market Estimations for various types of fertilizers has been done at the product-level and not at the nutrient-level.
- NUTRIENT TYPES COVERED - Primary Nutrients: N, P and K, Secondary Macronutrients: Ca, Mg and S, Micronutients: Zn, Mn, Cu, Fe, Mo, B, and Others
- AVERAGE NUTRIENT APPLICATION RATE - This refers to the average volume of nutrient consumed per hectare of farmland in each country.
- CROP TYPES COVERED - Field Crops: Cereals, Pulses, Oilseeds, and Fiber Crops Horticulture: Fruits, Vegetables, Plantation Crops and Spices, Turf Grass and Ornamentals
| Keyword | Definition |
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| Fertilizer | Chemical substance applied to crops to ensure nutritional requirements, available in various forms such as granules, powders, liquid, water soluble, etc. |
| Specialty Fertilizer | Used for enhanced efficiency and nutrient availability applied through soil, foliar, and fertigation. Includes CRF, SRF, liquid fertilizer, and water soluble fertilizers. |
| Controlled-Release Fertilizers (CRF) | Coated with materials such as polymer, polymer-sulfur, and other materials such as resins to ensure nutrient availability to the crop for its entire life cycle. |
| Slow-Release Fertilizers (SRF) | Coated with materials such as sulfur, neem, etc., to ensure nutrient availability to the crop for a longer period. |
| Foliar Fertilizers | Consist of both liquid and water soluble fertilizers applied through foliar application. |
| Water-Soluble Fertilizers | Available in various forms including liquid, powder, etc., used in foliar and fertigation mode of fertilizer application. |
| Fertigation | Fertilizers applied through different irrigation systems such as drip irrigation, micro irrigation, sprinkler irrigation, etc. |
| Anhydrous Ammonia | Used as fertilizer, directly injected into the soil, available in gaseous liquid form. |
| Single Super Phosphate (SSP) | Phosphorus fertilizer containing only phosphorus which has lesser than or equal to 35%. |
| Triple Super Phosphate (TSP) | Phosphorus fertilizer containing only phosphorus greater than 35%. |
| Enhanced Efficiency Fertilizers | Fertilizers coated or treated with additional layers of various ingredients to make it more efficient compared to other fertilizers. |
| Conventional Fertilizer | Fertilizers applied to crops through traditional methods including broadcasting, row placement, ploughing soil placement, etc. |
| Chelated Micronutrients | Micronutrient fertilizers coated with chelating agents such as EDTA, EDDHA, DTPA, HEDTA, etc. |
| Liquid Fertilizers | Available in liquid form, majorly used for application of fertilizers to crops through foliar and fertigation. |
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