North America Biofertilizer Market Size
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Study Period | 2017 - 2029 |
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Market Size (2024) | USD 1.18 Billion |
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Market Size (2029) | USD 1.92 Billion |
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Largest Share by Form | Rhizobium |
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CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 10.18 % |
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Largest Share by Country | United States |
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North America Biofertilizer Market Analysis
The North America Biofertilizer Market size is estimated at 1.18 billion USD in 2024, and is expected to reach 1.92 billion USD by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 10.18% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
1.18 Billion
Market Size in 2024 (USD)
1.92 Billion
Market Size in 2029 (USD)
10.18 %
CAGR (2017-2023)
10.18 %
CAGR (2024-2029)
Largest by Form
36.49 %
value share, Rhizobium, 2023
Rhizobium is mainly because it is a vital source of nitrogen to the majority of agricultural soils, which can fix nitrogen ranging from 200 to 300 kilograms annually.
Fastest by Form
10.84 %
Projected CAGR, Rhizobium, 2024-2029
The rhizobium based biofertilizers have the ability to reduce the overall dependence on chemical fertilizers, by reducing the total cost of production for farmers.
Largest by Crop Type
66.73 %
value share, Row Crops, 2023
The consumption of biofertilizers is dominant in row crops is mainly due to the large cultivation area, which accounts for 59.3% of the total organic cultivation area in 2022.
Largest by Country
46.90 %
value share, United States, 2023
The dominance of the United States is mainly due to its large organic cultivation area in the region, which accounts for 39.5% of the total organic crop area in the region.
Leading Market Player
5.75 %
market share, Novozymes, 2022
Novozymes' dynamic product portfolio of biological solutions is derived from naturally occurring microbes and enzymes, markets its products with the Nitragin® brand name.
- Biofertilizers are organic substances with living microorganisms that promote plant growth. The biofertilizer market value increased by about 49.3% from 2017 to 2021, attributed to the increasing awareness among farmers, the increasing overall registered organic farms in the region, and the shifting demand for organically or sustainably grown commodities.
- Mycorrhiza-based biofertilizers accounted for about 25.6% of the market value in 2022, mainly because their application can reduce the use of chemical fertilizers, particularly phosphorus, by up to 30%.
- Rhizobium-based biofertilizers dominated the North American biofertilizer market and accounted for about 36.5% of the market value in 2022, mainly due to their ability to decrease the overall dependence on inorganic nitrogen fertilizers.
- Azospirillum-based biofertilizers accounted for about 21.6% of the total market value in 2022. Azospirillum is involved in atmospheric nitrogen fixation in a wide range of crops, particularly in cereal crops like rice, maize, sorghum, wheat, and millet.
- Continuous research is being conducted to develop strains that are biotic/abiotic stress-tolerant. Under salinity stress, Rhizobium trifolii inoculated with Trifoliumalexandrinum showed increased biomass and nodulation.
- The increasing awareness about the overuse of fertilizers among farmers and the government initiatives to support sustainable agricultural practices and organic farming resulted in a rising demand for biofertilizers. Therefore, the market for biofertilizers is anticipated to increase during the forecast period.
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- The United States dominated the North American biofertilizer market and accounted for about 45.6% of the market value in 2022. The dominance of the United States is mainly due to its large organic cultivation area in the region, which accounts for 39.5% of the total organic crop area.
- Canada is the second largest biofertilizer market, followed by the United States in the North American region. In 2022, Canada accounted for about 33.2% of the total biofertilizer market value in the region. Row crop cultivation is dominant in the country, and soybean, rapeseed, and wheat are some of the major crops cultivated in the country.
- Despite having the second-largest organic area in the North American region, Mexico accounted for only 18.2% of the biofertilizers market value in 2022. This is mainly attributed to lower application rates of biofertilizers in the country. The total biofertilizer volume consumption accounted for 3.2 thousand metric tons in 2022.
- The major agricultural countries in the rest of North America are Costa Rica, Cuba, Jamaica, and Guatemala. In these countries, cash crop cultivation is dominant compared to row and horticultural crops. Cash crop cultivation accounted for about 92.0% of the total organic crop area available in the rest of North America in 2022. The major cash crops grown in these countries are coffee, sugarcane, and spices.
- The biofertilizer market in the North American region is anticipated to increase at a higher pace in the United States compared to other countries in the region, which is attributed to various reasons like awareness among growers on sustainability and government initiatives for sustainable cultivation.
North America Biofertilizer Market Trends
Organic produce demand grows in major countries like the United States, increasing cultivation area with government support
- The area under organic cultivation of crops in North America was recorded at 1.5 million hectares in 2021, according to the data provided by FibL statistics. The organic area in the region increased by 13.5% during the historical period (2017-2022). Among the North American countries, the United States was dominant, with 623.0 thousand hectares of agricultural land under organic farming, with California, Maine, and New York being the major states practicing agriculture.
- The United States is followed by Mexico, with 531.1 thousand hectares of area under organic farming in 2021. Mexico is among the top 20 organic food producers in the world. Mexico is the largest exporter of organic coffee in the world, according to Global Coffee Masters data. The country has the largest area under organic coffee production and even in terms of the number of organic coffee producers in the country.
- The major organic food-producing states in the country include Chiapas, Oaxaca, Michoacán, Chihuahua, and Guerrero, which accounted for 80.0% of the total organic area in the country in 2021. Organizations such as National Association for Organic Agriculture promote organic agriculture in the country, which is expected to motivate more farmers to take up organic agriculture. In addition to financial assistance, the Mexican government supports research and development activities to help promote organic agriculture.
- Canada's area under organic crop cultivation increased from 4.0 lakh hectares in 2017 to 4.5 lakh hectares in 2021. Row crops occupied the maximum area with 4.2 lakh hectares in 2021. The Canadian government announced a sum of USD 297,330 in 2021 as Organic Development Fund to support organic farmers. These initiatives are expected to increase the organic area in the region.
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Growing demand for organic produce in domestic and international markets, rise in per capita spending on organic food
- North America's average per capita spending on organic food products was USD 109.7 in 2021. The per capita spending in the United States is the highest among the North American countries, with average spending of USD 186.7 in 2021. The sales of organic products in the United States crossed USD 63.00 billion in 2021. Organic Tarde Association accounted for a 2.0% increase over the previous year, with organic food sales at USD 57.5 billion in 2021. Organic fruits and vegetables accounted for 15.0% of the total organic product sales, valued at USD 21.0 billion in 2021.
- Organic food sales in Canada reached a value of USD 8.10 billion in 2020, as per the data reported by the Organic Federation of Canada. It is reported that Canada is the 6th largest market in the world for Organic products, with the supply of organic products failing to keep up with the demand in the country. The average spending on organic food per person was USD 142.6 in 2021. Increasing government support to retailers is expected to increase the availability, accessibility, and affordability of organic products in the country. Organic Tarde Association estimated the organic products market in Canada to grow and register a CAGR of 6.3% between 2021 and 2026.
- In 2021, Mexico registered a market size of USD 63.0 million for organic products with a global rank of 35. It is estimated to grow and register a CAGR of 7.2% between 2021 and 2026. However, the per capita spending on organic products in the country is less than in other countries in the region, with a value of USD 0.49 in 2021. More players entering the market in Mexico are expected to increase the demand for organic products in the country.
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North America Biofertilizer Industry Overview
The North America Biofertilizer Market is fragmented, with the top five companies occupying 10.31%. The major players in this market are Lallemand Inc., Novozymes, Rizobacter, Suståne Natural Fertilizer, Inc and Symborg Inc. (sorted alphabetically).
North America Biofertilizer Market Leaders
Lallemand Inc.
Novozymes
Rizobacter
Suståne Natural Fertilizer, Inc
Symborg Inc.
Other important companies include Agriculture Solutions Inc., BIOQUALITUM SA de CV, Indogulf BioAg LLC (Biotech Division of Indogulf Company), Koppert Biological Systems Inc., The Andersons Inc..
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order.
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North America Biofertilizer Market News
- September 2022: Corteva Agriscience agreed to acquire Symborg Inc., which will strengthen Symborg's global presence with a strong distribution network of Corteva Agriscience.
- July 2022: A new granular inoculant called LALFIX® START SPHERICAL Granule was launched, which combines Bacillus velezensis, a plant growth-promoting microbe, with two distinct rhizobium strains. This powerful and well-tested PGPM boosts phosphorus solubilization and improves root mass.
- January 2022: Novozymes and AgroFresh formed a partnership to utilize the potential of biotechnology to continue improving post-harvest quality and reduce food waste. The company's intention was to satisfy increasing consumer demand for fruits and vegetables with less food waste and less impact on the environment.
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North America 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
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4.3 Regulatory Framework
- 4.3.1 Canada
- 4.3.2 Mexico
- 4.3.3 United States
- 4.4 Value Chain & Distribution Channel Analysis
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION (includes market size in Value in USD and Volume, Forecasts up to 2029 and analysis of growth prospects)
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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 Biofertilizer
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5.2 Crop Type
- 5.2.1 Cash Crops
- 5.2.2 Horticultural Crops
- 5.2.3 Row Crops
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5.3 Country
- 5.3.1 Canada
- 5.3.2 Mexico
- 5.3.3 United States
- 5.3.4 Rest of North America
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 (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 Agriculture Solutions Inc.
- 6.4.2 BIOQUALITUM SA de CV
- 6.4.3 Indogulf BioAg LLC (Biotech Division of Indogulf Company)
- 6.4.4 Koppert Biological Systems Inc.
- 6.4.5 Lallemand Inc.
- 6.4.6 Novozymes
- 6.4.7 Rizobacter
- 6.4.8 Suståne Natural Fertilizer, Inc
- 6.4.9 Symborg Inc.
- 6.4.10 The Andersons Inc.
7. KEY STRATEGIC QUESTIONS FOR AGRICULTURAL BIOLOGICALS 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
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOFERTILIZER MARKET, AREA UNDER ORGANIC CULTIVATION, HECTARES, 2017 - 2022
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOFERTILIZER MARKET, PER CAPITA SPENDING ON ORGANIC PRODUCTS, USD, 2017 - 2022
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOFERTILIZER MARKET, MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES, BY NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES, 2017-2022
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOFERTILIZER MARKET, MOST ADOPTED STRATEGIES, 2017-2022
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOFERTILIZER MARKET SHARE(%), BY MAJOR PLAYERS, 2023
North America 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. Canada, Mexico, United States are covered as segments by Country.
- Biofertilizers are organic substances with living microorganisms that promote plant growth. The biofertilizer market value increased by about 49.3% from 2017 to 2021, attributed to the increasing awareness among farmers, the increasing overall registered organic farms in the region, and the shifting demand for organically or sustainably grown commodities.
- Mycorrhiza-based biofertilizers accounted for about 25.6% of the market value in 2022, mainly because their application can reduce the use of chemical fertilizers, particularly phosphorus, by up to 30%.
- Rhizobium-based biofertilizers dominated the North American biofertilizer market and accounted for about 36.5% of the market value in 2022, mainly due to their ability to decrease the overall dependence on inorganic nitrogen fertilizers.
- Azospirillum-based biofertilizers accounted for about 21.6% of the total market value in 2022. Azospirillum is involved in atmospheric nitrogen fixation in a wide range of crops, particularly in cereal crops like rice, maize, sorghum, wheat, and millet.
- Continuous research is being conducted to develop strains that are biotic/abiotic stress-tolerant. Under salinity stress, Rhizobium trifolii inoculated with Trifoliumalexandrinum showed increased biomass and nodulation.
- The increasing awareness about the overuse of fertilizers among farmers and the government initiatives to support sustainable agricultural practices and organic farming resulted in a rising demand for biofertilizers. Therefore, the market for biofertilizers is anticipated to increase during the forecast period.
| Form | Azospirillum |
| Azotobacter | |
| Mycorrhiza | |
| Phosphate Solubilizing Bacteria | |
| Rhizobium | |
| Other Biofertilizer | |
| Crop Type | Cash Crops |
| Horticultural Crops | |
| Row Crops | |
| Country | Canada |
| Mexico | |
| United States | |
| Rest of North America |
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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 |
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| 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. |
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