GCC Organic Fertilizer Market Size
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| Forecast Data Period | 2024 - 2029 |
| Historical Data Period | 2019 - 2022 |
| CAGR | 13.50 % |
| Market Concentration | High |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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GCC Organic Fertilizer Market Analysis
The GCC organic fertilizer market is projected to register a CAGR of 13.5% during the forecast period.
- The increasing focus on organic farming practices and the high availability of raw materials for fertilizer production are the two major factors driving the GCC organic fertilizer market. Following the pandemic, there is a greater awareness of healthy food among the region's consumers, resulting in an increase in demand for organic food.This, in turn, increased organic food sales in the major countries. According to the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, organic food sales reached USD 34 million in the United Arab Emirates in 2020, 8.7% higher than in 2019.
- Along with this, the availability of raw materials and increasing interest in organic farming practices are boosting the organic fertilizer sector. Additionally, the ongoing state-led programs for the development of organic fertilizers implemented by the central and state governments and the huge expansions of harvest areas for organic agriculture are also boosting the market studied. For instance, according to the FiBL statistics, the organic agriculture land in the UAE was 5,419 hectares in 2020, which showed an increase from 4,642 hectares in 2019.
Moreover, the increased investments in organic farming startups in the major countries are also supporting the increased use of organic fertilizers in the GCC region. For instance, in June 2021, Red Sea Farms, a Saudi Arabia-based organic farming start-up, received funding of USD 10 million from a group of Saudi and UAE investors. Such investments in the organic farming ecosystem directly impact the growth of organic fertilizers in the region. Therefore, the increase in health consciousness coupled with the increased area under farming are the factors driving the growth of the organic fertilizer markets in the GCC countries.
GCC Organic Fertilizer Market Trends
This section covers the major market trends shaping the GCC Organic Fertilizer Market according to our research experts:
Increasing Focus on Organic Farming Practices
The rising demand for organic products is booming due to increased awareness among consumers and rising incomes, along with improved farming practices that make organic yields more robust. As a result, the increasing demand for organic food in the area under organic farming is increasing in a positive way. For instance, according to the Research Institute of Organic Agriculture (FiBL) Statistics, the total farmland under organic farming in Saudi Arabia was 24.5 thousand ha in 2017, which reached 26.6 thousand ha by 2020. The increase in organic farmland increases the usage of organic fertilizers, thereby contributing to market growth.
Along with this, in the GCC countries, Saudi Arabia is the largest market and has a functioning organic sector. Organic farming is seen as a viable development strategy for the agricultural sector. The Saudi government has started taking steps to support more eco-friendly farming systems to cope with the growing demand for healthy food products that also help safeguard scarce water and soil resources. For instance, the investment of SAR 750 million (USD 200 million) by the Saudi Arabian government as a part of its strategy for innovation in agriculture increased the number of organic farms by 28% in 2021. The government's strategies help Saudi Arabia achieve its overall goal of boosting the organic market and strengthening the sector's development.
Moreover, the GCC nations recognize the potential of organic agriculture, and they have been taking steps to support an eco-friendly farming system, boosting the demand for organic fertilizers. Additionally, the increase in health-conscious people is driving the need for increased production. The sector's development is further supported by the need for sufficient production, innovative marketing strategies, and an institutional and legal framework. Therefore, the demand for organic products is increasing due to the increased focus of governments on the organic sector, which will parallelly aid the growth of the organic fertilizer market during the forecast period.
Saudi Arabia Dominates the Market
Saudi Arabia has the most arable land among all the countries in the GCC region, though the arable land is only 1.63% of the total land area. The percentage of organic land in total arable land is growing year over year. For example, the percentage of organic agricultural land will be higher in 2020 than it was in 2019.Additionally, there are significant developments taking place in Saudi Arabia in the organic sector. On the production side, the number of producers is also increasing, which shows a positive impact on the organic fertilizer market's growth. For instance, the number of producers in 2019 was 244, which has increased to 312 in 2020. The increase in the percentage of organic farmland along with the number of producers is giving wings to the organic fertilizer market in Saudi Arabia.
Along with this, the intensity of consuming healthy and nutritious foods is increasing. This is driven by rapid urbanization and high disposable incomes. So, they are looking forward to healthier foods with fewer chemical residues. Thus, the country is expected to witness growth in the demand for organic fruits and vegetables. The production of organic fruits and vegetables is not sufficient to meet the local demand and is highly dependent on imports. Therefore, it is planning to reduce the import burden on food. Thus, the need to enhance organic productivity is pushing the demand for organic fertilizers, which helps the market grow.
Furthermore, Saudi Arabia's major urban areas are the main consumption centers for organic products. Most of the specialized organic shops and supermarkets with organic sections are located in some of the country's largest cities (Riyadh, Dammam, Al Khobar, and Jeddah). Such factors are leading to an increased need for organic production and creating demand for organic fertilizers. For this reason, the Saudi Arabian government is taking initiatives to adopt sustainable agricultural practices, thereby boosting the organic fertilizer market in the region. The increase in the adoption rate of hydroponics and the encouragement of attempts to convert desert land into arable farmland by the government are helping the market grow. Therefore, the increase in the percentage of organic agricultural land along with the organic food demand will cater to the organic fertilizer market's growth in the coming years.
GCC Organic Fertilizer Industry Overview
The GCC organic fertilizer market is concentrated, with a few players, like Al-Akhawain, Al Yahar Fertilizers, RNZ International FZCO, Al Madeena Organic Fertilizers, and Abu Dhabi Fertilizer Industries Co. WLL, accounting for the majority of the market share in the region. Companies are collaborating with technology and other firms to ensure sustainable product innovation in the future. Companies operating in this region are primarily focusing on improving their production facilities and distribution networks.
GCC Organic Fertilizer Market Leaders
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Al-Akhawain
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RNZ Group
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Abu Dhabi Fertilizer Industries Co. WLL
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Al Madeena Organic Fertilizers
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Al Yahar Fertilizers
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
GCC Organic Fertilizer Market News
- May 2022: The Minister of Climate Change and Environment in the UAE launched the waste-to-feed project by Circa Biotech that farms black soldier fly (BSF) larvae, fed by food leftovers, and turns them into animal proteins, organic fertilizers, and oils.
- March 2022: Qatar, in collaboration with Heenat Salma Farm, launched two interactive tours, 'Discover Organic Farming in the Desert" and "Discover Organic Farming and Sunset at Zeekret," to make people learn about the organic agriculture of 30 different crop varieties in the desert environment.
- March 2022: The Ministry of Food and Agriculture and the Charge Affairs of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates Accra entered a joint venture in the agricultural sectors of both countries. The partnership would bring companies from the United Arab Emirates into Ghana to set up an organic fertilizer with new technology in liquid fertilizers.
GCC Organic Fertilizer Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
- 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
- 1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
- 4.1 Market Overview
- 4.2 Market Drivers
- 4.3 Market Restraints
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4.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
- 4.4.3 Threat of New Entrants
- 4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products
- 4.4.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
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5.1 Product Group
- 5.1.1 Organic Residues
- 5.1.1.1 Farmyard Manure
- 5.1.1.2 Crop Residues
- 5.1.1.3 Green Manure
- 5.1.1.4 Other Organic Residues
- 5.1.2 Bio-fertilizers
- 5.1.2.1 Rhizobium
- 5.1.2.2 Azotobacter
- 5.1.2.3 Azospirillum
- 5.1.2.4 Mycorrhizae
- 5.1.2.5 Other Bio-fertilizers
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5.2 Application
- 5.2.1 Grains and Cereals
- 5.2.2 Pulses and Oilseeds
- 5.2.3 Fruits and Vegetables
- 5.2.4 Commercial Crops
- 5.2.5 Turf and Ornamentals
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5.3 Geography
- 5.3.1 Saudi Arabia
- 5.3.2 United Arab Emirates
- 5.3.3 Qatar
- 5.3.4 Oman
- 5.3.5 Bahrain
- 5.3.6 Rest of GCC
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
- 6.1 Most Adopted Competitor Strategies
- 6.2 Market Share Analysis
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6.3 Company Profiles
- 6.3.1 RNZ International FZCO
- 6.3.2 Abu Dhabi Fertilizer Industries Co. WLL
- 6.3.3 Emirates Bio Fertilizers Factory
- 6.3.4 Arab Qatari Agricultural Production Company
- 6.3.5 Al-Akhawain
- 6.3.6 Al Yahar Organic Fertilizers Factory
- 6.3.7 Nabat agriculture & Trading Co.
- 6.3.8 Debbane Saikali Group
- 6.3.9 Heera Organic Fertilizer
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
GCC Organic Fertilizer Industry Segmentation
Organic fertilizers are primarily derived from animal- and plant-based residues and mineral ores. They are developed from beneficial microorganisms. Naturally occurring organic fertilizers include animal wastes from meat processing, peat, manure, slurry, and guano. The GCC Organic Fertilizer Market is Segmented by Product Group (Organic Residues and Bio-fertilizer), Application (Grains and Cereals, Pulses and Oilseeds, Fruits and Vegetables, Commercial Crops, and Turf and Ornamental), and Geography (Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, United Arab of Emirates, Bahrain, and Rest of GCC). The report offers market size and forecast by value (USD million) for the above segments.
| Product Group | Organic Residues | Farmyard Manure |
| Crop Residues | ||
| Green Manure | ||
| Other Organic Residues | ||
| Product Group | Bio-fertilizers | Rhizobium |
| Azotobacter | ||
| Azospirillum | ||
| Mycorrhizae | ||
| Other Bio-fertilizers | ||
| Application | Grains and Cereals | |
| Pulses and Oilseeds | ||
| Fruits and Vegetables | ||
| Commercial Crops | ||
| Turf and Ornamentals | ||
| Geography | Saudi Arabia | |
| United Arab Emirates | ||
| Qatar | ||
| Oman | ||
| Bahrain | ||
| Rest of GCC |
GCC Organic Fertilizer Market Research FAQs
What is the current GCC Organic Fertilizer Market size?
The GCC Organic Fertilizer Market is projected to register a CAGR of 13.5% during the forecast period (2024-2029)
Who are the key players in GCC Organic Fertilizer Market?
Al-Akhawain, RNZ Group, Abu Dhabi Fertilizer Industries Co. WLL, Al Madeena Organic Fertilizers and Al Yahar Fertilizers are the major companies operating in the GCC Organic Fertilizer Market.
What years does this GCC Organic Fertilizer Market cover?
The report covers the GCC Organic Fertilizer Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the GCC Organic Fertilizer Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
GCC Organic Fertilizer Industry Report
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