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2024-2032 年按功能、形式、应用和地区分類的肥料添加剂市场报告Fertilizer Additives Market Report by Function, Form, Application, and Region 2024-2032 |
2023年,全球肥料添加剂市场IMARC Group达30亿美元。人们对传统农业做法造成的土壤恶化的认识不断增强,这主要是扩大了市场。
先进的营养管理技术
对优化肥料使用的日益增长的需求正在增加新技术的采用,以确保植物在正确的时间和正确的数量获得必要的养分。例如,2024 年 6 月,DPH Biologicals 推出了 EnvelixTM Prime,这是一种专利生物营养强化剂,专门设计用于均匀覆盖散装干肥料,从而在一次应用中提供强大的生物群落。此外,它还含有天然存在的有益细菌和真菌微生物,透过使用载体将微生物黏附到肥料颗粒上,最大限度地提高和加速肥力释放。这一趋势是由于需要提高农业生产力,同时尽量减少对环境的影响而推动的。例如,2024 年 6 月,化肥製造商 Paradeep Phosphates (PPL) 推出了奈米尿素和 DAP 产品。奈米尿素是农业领域的革命,因为它有可能减少储存空间,同时提高作物产量。除此之外,先进技术还有助于永续农业实践,这将在预测期内继续推动市场发展。 2024 年 5 月,FRST(肥料建议支援工具)计画合作伙伴宣布发布一款基于网路的工具,该工具为作物施肥的土壤测试磷和钾值提供公正且基于科学的解释。
精准农业的普及
使用精准农业实践的新兴趋势,涉及使用数据驱动的方法,正在成为一个重要的成长诱导因素。例如,2024 年 6 月,资讯技术服务提供者之一 LG CNS 推出了一个人工智慧驱动的平台,该平台可以分析气象资料和土壤,以优化化肥使用和灌溉计划,同时预测害虫爆发并推荐农药。此外,感测器和物联网设备的广泛采用也促进了化肥添加剂市场的成长。例如,2024 年 1 月,科学与工业研究委员会 (CSIR) 提出了一项任务,即在印度南部开发针对特定地区的水稻智慧农业技术。该计画设想使用基于物联网(IoT)的感测器来产生涵盖该国不同农业气候条件的即时精确资料库。除此之外,雅苒国际公司提供的智慧肥料采用先进技术,确保在植物所需的时间和地点准确提供养分。此外,2024 年 4 月,Nitricity Inc. 在加州中央山谷与 Olam 食品成分一起在杏仁树上启动了气候智慧型氮肥田间试验。
生物添加物的需求
消费者环保意识的不断增强,对肥料中微生物和生物添加剂的需求不断增加,这是自然促进作物健康和生产力的有效方法。例如,2024 年 3 月,Nachurs Alpine Solutions (NAS) 推出了名为 NACHURS Enduro-Shield 的新生物刺激剂产品线,以保护多种作物的遗传产量潜力。此外,包括根瘤菌和菌根真菌在内的产品都是生物添加剂的例子,它们与植物形成共生关係,从而促进更好的营养吸收。同样,2024 年 3 月,高价值生物基产品和特种聚合物的可持续生产商之一科腾公司开发了 SYLVASOLV(TM),一种生物基肥料涂层,以满足农业的独特功能需求。除此之外,对有机和永续农业实践的不断增长的需求也正在增强市场。 2024年1月,Zuari Farmhub Ltd (ZFHL)推出了采用绿色生物技术生产的奈米肥料添加剂Nano Shakti Nano DAP和Nano Shakti Nano Urea。
The global fertilizer additives market size reached US$ 3.0 Billion in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 3.6 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 2% during 2024-2032. The increasing awareness among individuals towards soil deterioration caused by conventional agricultural practices is primarily augmenting the market.
Advanced Nutrient Management Technologies
The inflating need for optimizing the use of fertilizers is augmenting the adoption of novel technologies to ensure that plants receive the necessary nutrients at the right time and in the right amounts. For example, in June 2024, DPH Biologicals introduced EnvelixTM Prime, a patented biological nutrient enhancer specifically designed to uniformly cover bulk dry fertilizer, thereby delivering a robust biological consortium in a single application. Additionally, it contains naturally occurring beneficial bacterial and fungal microorganisms to maximize and accelerate fertility release by using a carrier to adhere microorganisms to the fertilizer prill. This trend is driven by the need to increase agricultural productivity while minimizing environmental impact. For instance, in June 2024, a fertilizer maker, Paradeep Phosphates (PPL), unveiled nano urea and DAP products. The nano urea is a revolution in the agriculture sector, as it has the potential to reduce storage space while improving crop yield. Apart from this, advanced technologies also contribute to sustainable farming practices, which will continue to fuel the market over the forecasted period. In May 2024, FRST (Fertilizer Recommendation Support Tool) project partners announced the release of a web-based tool that provides unbiased and science-based interpretations of soil test phosphorus and potassium values for crop fertilization.
Popularity of Precision Agriculture
The emerging trend of using precision agriculture practices, which involves the use of data-driven approaches, is acting as a significant growth-inducing factor. For instance, in June 2024, LG CNS, one of the information technology service providers, launched an AI-driven platform that analyzes meteorological data and soil to optimize fertilizer usage and irrigation schedules while also predicting pest outbreaks as well as recommending pesticides. Moreover, the widespread adoption of sensors and IoT devices is also contributing to the fertilizer additives market growth. For example, in January 2024, the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) introduced a mission to develop region-specific smart agro-technologies for paddy in South India. The project envisages the use of the Internet of Things (IoT) based sensors to generate a real-time precision database across different agro-climatic conditions of the country. Apart from this, smart fertilizers, such as those offered by Yara International, use advanced technology to ensure that nutrients are delivered precisely when and where plants need them. Furthermore, in April 2024, Nitricity Inc. launched the field trial of climate-smart nitrogen fertilizer on almond trees with Olam Food Ingredients in California's Central Valley.
Demand for Biological Additives
The rising consumer environmental consciousness is escalating the demand for microbial and biological additives in fertilizers as an effective way to boost crop health and productivity naturally. For instance, in March 2024, Nachurs Alpine Solutions (NAS) introduced a new biostimulant product line called NACHURS Enduro-Shield to protect genetic yield potential in a variety of crops. Moreover, products, including Rhizobium bacteria and Mycorrhizal fungi, are examples of biological additives that form symbiotic relationships with plants, thereby facilitating better nutrient absorption. Similarly, in March 2024, Kraton Corporation, one of the sustainable producers of high-value biobased products and specialty polymers, developed SYLVASOLV(TM), a biobased fertilizer coating to meet the unique functional needs of the agriculture industry. Besides this, the elevating need for organic and sustainable farming practices is also strengthening the market. In January 2024, Zuari Farmhub Ltd (ZFHL) unveiled its nano fertilizer additives, Nano Shakti Nano DAP and Nano Shakti Nano Urea, that are produced by using green biotechnology.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with the market forecasts at the global, regional, and country levels for 2024-2032. Our report has categorized the market based on the function, form, and application.
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the function. This includes dust control agent, anticaking agent, antifoaming agent, hydrophobing agent, corrosion inhibitor, and others.
Dust control agents are used to minimize the formation of dust during the handling and transportation of fertilizers, improving air quality and reducing health hazards. For example, compounds like lignosulfonates and calcium lignosulfonates are commonly used as dust control agents. Anticaking agents prevent the formation of lumps in fertilizers, ensuring smooth application; examples include materials like ammonium nitrate and calcium carbonate. Antifoaming agents, such as silicone-based additives, are incorporated to reduce foam formation during fertilizer production, enhancing operational efficiency. Hydrophobing agents, like fatty acids and waxes, are used to make fertilizers water-repellent, thereby extending their shelf life and preventing moisture-related degradation. Corrosion inhibitors, including zinc phosphate and sodium nitrite, protect fertilizer storage and application equipment from corrosive damage, thus extending their lifespan. Other additives may include stabilizers, preservatives, and enhancers that improve the overall performance and effectiveness of fertilizers. These functional additives are essential in optimizing the production, storage, and application of fertilizers, ultimately contributing to more efficient and sustainable agricultural practices.
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the form. This includes granular, prilled, and powdered.
The fertilizer additives market encompasses various forms, including granular, prilled, and powdered, each catering to different application needs and preferences. Granular additives are widely used due to their ease of handling, uniform distribution, and controlled release properties. For instance, Mosaic's MicroEssentials offer a granular form that combines essential nutrients and additives for improved crop performance. Prilled additives, characterized by their small, spherical shape, provide excellent flowability and even spreading, making them ideal for precision farming. A notable product launch in this segment is the CAN27 from Borealis, which features prilled calcium ammonium nitrate enhanced with additives for increased efficacy. Powdered additives, known for their high solubility, are commonly used in fertigation systems and foliar applications. YaraVita from Yara International is an example of a powdered additive line that provides targeted nutrient delivery. This, in turn, is elevating the fertilizer additives market share in this segmentation.
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the application. This includes urea, monoammonium phosphate, triple super phosphate, diammonium phosphate, ammonium nitrate, and others.
Urea, one of the most common nitrogen fertilizers, often incorporates additives like urease inhibitors to reduce nitrogen loss through volatilization. For instance, AGROTAIN(R) from Koch Agronomic Services is a popular additive for urea. Furthermore, monoammonium phosphate benefits from anticaking agents to maintain its free-flowing nature. Triple superphosphate, used for its high phosphorus content, often includes dust control agents to improve handling safety. In addition, diammonium phosphate, a widely used phosphorus and nitrogen source, utilizes additives to prevent moisture absorption and caking. Ammonium nitrate incorporates corrosion inhibitors to protect storage and application equipment from damage. Additionally, other fertilizers like potassium nitrate and calcium ammonium nitrate also benefit from various additives to improve stability, handling, and nutrient delivery.
The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States and Canada); Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others); Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, and others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others); and the Middle East and Africa.
In North America, the market is primarily driven by advanced agricultural practices and stringent environmental regulations, leading to a high demand for sustainable and efficient additives. The United States is the world's fourth-largest producer of nitrogen fertilizers and the second-largest producer of phosphate. In August 2023, U.S.-based sustainable fertilizer startup Phospholutions secured an additional US$10.15 Million to accelerate the commercialization of its RhizoSorb fertilizer additive in the country. Moreover, the growing food demand in the Asia Pacific region is also acting as another significant growth-inducing factor. Besides this, the escalating demand for biofertilizers is further bolstering the market across Europe. For example, in August 2023, Bionema Group Ltd. developed a wide range of biofertilizer products in the UK for use in agriculture. Latin America, with its expansive agricultural lands, particularly in Brazil and Argentina, focuses on improving crop productivity through advanced additives like anticaking agents to maintain fertilizer quality in humid conditions, with firms like Nutrien providing tailored solutions. In the Middle East and Africa, where arid climates prevail, the market for additives that enhance water retention and nutrient delivery, such as those developed by Yara International, is growing.
(Please note that this is only a partial list of the key players, and the complete list is provided in the report.)