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The global liquid fertilizers market was valued at US$14.54 billion in 2024. The market value is expected to reach US$19.00 billion by 2030. Liquid fertilizers are nutrient-rich solutions applied to crops in liquid form to promote plant growth and improve yields. They allow for faster nutrient absorption, uniform application, and are often used with irrigation systems for efficient, targeted feeding.

In the forthcoming years, the global liquid fertilizers market is expected to continue growing due to several converging trends. One key factor is the rising demand for high-efficiency fertilizers that support increased agricultural productivity amid growing food security concerns. Liquid fertilizers, known for their rapid nutrient absorption and compatibility with advanced farming techniques such as fertigation and precision agriculture, offer a more targeted and efficient solution compared to traditional granular alternatives. This aligns with the global emphasis on optimizing resource use and improving crop yields. The increasing cultivation of high-value crops, along with the need for balanced nutrient application and soil health management, is further driving the adoption of liquid fertilizers across diverse agricultural regions. Technological advancements in formulation and delivery methods are also enhancing the performance, shelf life, and ease of application of these products, making them more accessible and cost-effective for farmers. Moreover, supportive government policies promoting sustainable farming practices and efficient fertilizer use, particularly in emerging economies, are accelerating market expansion. Together, these factors position the global liquid fertilizers market for steady growth in the years ahead. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of approx. 4% during the forecasted period of 2025-2030.

Market Segmentation Analysis:

By Type: The report provides the bifurcation of the liquid fertilizers market into four segments on the basis of type: Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium and Others. The nitrogen segment holds a significant share of the global liquid fertilizers market due to its essential role in plant growth, particularly in enhancing chlorophyll production and boosting crop yields. Its dominance is supported by the widespread use of nitrogen-based fertilizers like urea ammonium nitrate (UAN) across major crops. In the coming years, the segment is expected to grow further, driven by the rising adoption of precision farming, fertigation techniques, and increasing focus on soil fertility and balanced nutrient management.

By Crop Type: The report provides the bifurcation of the liquid fertilizers market into four segments on the basis of crop type: Cereals & Grains, Fruits & Vegetables, Oilseeds & Pulses and Other. The cereals & grains segment held a significant share of the global market, primarily driven by the high global demand for staple crops like wheat, rice, and corn, which require substantial nutrient inputs for optimal yield. The increasing need to enhance productivity on limited arable land and the widespread use of liquid fertilizers in large-scale cereal cultivation are key contributors. In the coming years, rising food security concerns, population growth, and the adoption of advanced farming techniques are expected to further boost the use of liquid fertilizers in this segment.

By Production Process: The report provides the bifurcation of the liquid fertilizers market into two segments on the basis of production process: Synthetic and Organic. The synthetic segment holds the largest share in the market due to its high nutrient concentration, immediate availability to crops, and consistent performance, making it ideal for large-scale and conventional farming operations. Synthetic liquid fertilizers are widely used due to their cost-effectiveness, ease of application, and compatibility with precision agriculture systems. In the coming years, market growth is expected to be supported by rising food demand, intensive cultivation practices, and technological innovations aimed at improving nutrient efficiency and minimizing environmental impact.

By Application: The report provides the bifurcation of the liquid fertilizers market into four segments on the basis of application: Fertigation, Foliar, Soil and Others. Fertigation emerged as the largest segment globally, primarily driven by the rising adoption of drip and sprinkler irrigation systems, which allow for precise and efficient delivery of nutrients directly to plant roots. Fertigation enhances nutrient uptake, reduces wastage, and supports water conservation, making it highly suitable for modern and high-efficiency farming practices. This segment is poised to grow further, driven by the increasing focus on sustainable agriculture, rising demand for high-value crops, and government support for advanced irrigation infrastructure, particularly in water-scarce regions.

By Region: In the report, the global liquid fertilizers market is divided into four regions: North America (the US, Canada, and Mexico), Europe (Germany, UK, France, Spain and Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, Australia, and rest of Asia Pacific), and Rest of the World. In 2024, the Asia Pacific region led the liquid fertilizers market, propelled by the region's large agricultural base, increasing population, and rising food demand. The widespread adoption of intensive farming practices, coupled with government initiatives promoting modern irrigation and fertilization techniques, has significantly boosted the use of liquid fertilizers. The region also benefits from expanding cultivation of high-value crops and growing awareness of sustainable agricultural practices. Continued investment in agricultural infrastructure, along with increasing adoption of precision farming and fertigation systems, is expected to further drive market growth in Asia Pacific in the coming years.

During 2025-2030, the US is forecasted to maintain its lead within the North America liquid fertilizers market, due to its large-scale commercial farming operations, high adoption of advanced agricultural technologies, and strong demand for high-efficiency fertilizers. The widespread use of precision farming, fertigation systems, and GPS-based application tools enhances the effectiveness of liquid fertilizers. Additionally, continued investment in research, supportive government policies, and the expansion of high-value crop cultivation are expected to further strengthen the US market during the forecast period.

Market Dynamics:

Growth Drivers: The global liquid fertilizers market growth is predicted to be supported by numerous growth drivers such as increasing global population and food demand, rising emphasis on precision agriculture, growing demand for organic food products, shift towards sustainable agricultural practices, environmental regulations fueling eco-friendly fertilizer demand and many other factors. The shrinking arable land is a key driver of the global liquid fertilizers market, as farmers face increased pressure to maximize crop yields on limited land. To address this challenge, they are increasingly adopting efficient methods like fertigation and foliar applications, which are enabled by liquid fertilizers. These methods improve nutrient absorption and reduce wastage, allowing for higher yields with less land. As global food demand rises and land becomes more constrained, the shift towards more efficient fertilization practices is accelerating the growth of the liquid fertilizers market.

Challenges: However, the market growth would be negatively impacted by various challenges such as high handling and storage costs, environmental compliance and regulatory barriers, etc.

Trends: The market is projected to grow at a fast pace during the forecast period, due to various latest trends such as integration of smart farming technologies, rise of bio-stimulants and organic fertilizers, technological innovations in liquid fertilizers, customization of fertilizer blends based on crop and region, etc. The advances in fertilizer formulations and delivery systems are becoming a key trend in the liquid fertilizers market due to the growing demand for more efficient, precise, and sustainable fertilization methods. Innovations like controlled-release formulations, slow-release fertilizers, and nutrient-enriched blends help reduce waste, improve nutrient uptake, and minimize environmental impact. Additionally, advancements in delivery systems, such as precision applicators and fertigation, enable more targeted application, maximizing crop yields and reducing input costs. These innovations are accelerating the market growth by meeting the need for higher efficiency, sustainability, and customization in modern agriculture.

Competitive Landscape:

The global liquid fertilizers market is moderately consolidated, with a combination of major agribusiness corporations and emerging regional players competing across various segments. The key players in the global liquid fertilizers market are:

Yara International ASA

Nutrien Ltd.

ICL Group Ltd.

K+S AG

The Mosaic Company

CF Industries Holdings, Inc.

Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile

Coromandel International Limited

Compass Minerals International, Inc.

BASF SE

EuroChem Group AG

Haifa Group

AgroLiquid

These companies use strategies such as innovation, strategic partnerships, capacity expansion, new product launch and commercialization to strengthen their position in the market. For instance, in March 2024, EuroChem opened a new phosphate fertilizer production facility in Serra do Salitre, Brazil, with an investment of US$1 billion. The facility features advanced technology for integrated phosphate production, including reduced water consumption and a self-sufficient water circuit for clean energy generation. Similarly, in August 2024, Rallis India Limited launched AQUAFERT fertigation Tomato, a water-soluble fertilizer aimed at boosting tomato yields. Available in three grades for different growth stages, it is designed to enhance vegetative growth, crop durability, and leaf health.

Table of Contents

1. Executive Summary

2. Introduction

• 2.1 Liquid fertilizers: An Overview
  • 2.1.1 Introduction to Liquid Fertilizers
  • 2.1.2 Major Types of Liquid Fertilizers
• 2.2 Liquid Fertilizers Segmentation: An Overview
  • 2.2.1 Liquid Fertilizers Segmentation

3. Global Market Analysis

• 3.1 Global Liquid Fertilizers Market: An Analysis
  • 3.1.1 Global Liquid Fertilizers Market: An Overview
  • 3.1.2 Global Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
  • 3.1.3 Global Liquid Fertilizers Market by Type (Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium and Others)
  • 3.1.4 Global Liquid Fertilizers Market by Crop Type (Cereals & Grains, Fruits & Vegetables, Oilseeds & Pulses and Others)
  • 3.1.5 Global Liquid Fertilizers Market by Production Process (Synthetic and Organic)
  • 3.1.6 Global Liquid Fertilizers Market by Application (Fertigation, Foliar, Soil and Others)
  • 3.1.7 Global Liquid Fertilizers Market by Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, and rest of the World)
• 3.2 Global Liquid Fertilizers Market: Type Analysis
  • 3.2.1 Global Liquid Fertilizers Market by Type: An Overview
  • 3.2.2 Global Nitrogen Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
  • 3.2.3 Global Phosphorus Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
  • 3.2.4 Global Potassium Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
  • 3.2.5 Global Other Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
• 3.3 Global Liquid Fertilizers Market: Crop Type Analysis
  • 3.3.1 Global Liquid Fertilizers Market by Crop Type: An Overview
  • 3.3.2 Global Cereals & Grains Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
  • 3.3.3 Global Fruits & Vegetables Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
  • 3.3.4 Global Oilseeds & Pulses Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
  • 3.3.5 Global Other Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
• 3.4 Global Liquid Fertilizers Market: Production Process Analysis
  • 3.4.1 Global Liquid Fertilizers Market by Production Process: An Overview
  • 3.4.2 Global Synthetic Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
  • 3.4.3 Global Organic Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
• 3.5 Global Liquid Fertilizers Market: Application Analysis
  • 3.5.1 Global Liquid Fertilizers Market by Application: An Overview
  • 3.5.2 Global Fertigation Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
  • 3.5.3 Global Foliar Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
  • 3.5.4 Global Soil Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
  • 3.5.5 Global Other Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value

4. Regional Market Analysis

• 4.1 Asia Pacific Liquid Fertilizers Market: An Analysis
  • 4.1.1 Asia Pacific Liquid Fertilizers Market: An Overview
  • 4.1.2 Asia Pacific Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
  • 4.1.3 Asia Pacific Liquid Fertilizers Market by Region
  • 4.1.4 China Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
  • 4.1.5 India Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
  • 4.1.6 Japan Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
  • 4.1.7 Australia Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
  • 4.1.8 Rest of Asia Pacific Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
• 4.2 North America Liquid Fertilizers Market: An Analysis
  • 4.2.1 North America Liquid Fertilizers Market: An Overview
  • 4.2.2 North America Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
  • 4.2.3 North America Liquid Fertilizers Market by Region
  • 4.2.4 The US Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
  • 4.2.5 Canada Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
  • 4.2.6 Mexico Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
• 4.3 Europe Liquid Fertilizers Market: An Analysis
  • 4.3.1 Europe Liquid Fertilizers Market: An Overview
  • 4.3.2 Europe Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
  • 4.3.3 Europe Liquid Fertilizers Market by Region
  • 4.3.4 Germany Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
  • 4.3.5 France Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
  • 4.3.6 The UK Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
  • 4.3.7 Spain Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
  • 4.3.8 Rest of Europe Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value
• 4.4 Rest of the World Liquid Fertilizers Market: An Analysis
  • 4.4.1 Rest of the World Liquid Fertilizers Market: An Overview
  • 4.4.2 Rest of the World Liquid Fertilizers Market by Value

5. Market Dynamics

• 5.1 Growth Drivers
  • 5.1.1 Increasing Global Population and Food Demand
  • 5.1.2 Rising Emphasis on Precision Agriculture
  • 5.1.3 Growing Demand for Organic Food Products
  • 5.1.4 Shrinking Arable Land
  • 5.1.5 Environmental Regulations Fueling Eco-Friendly Fertilizer Demand
  • 5.1.6 Shift Towards Sustainable Agricultural Practices
• 5.2 Challenges
  • 5.2.1 High Handling and Storage Costs
  • 5.2.2 Geopolitical Factors and Supply Chain Disruptions
  • 5.2.3 Environmental Compliance and Regulatory Barriers
• 5.3 Market Trends
  • 5.3.1 Integration of Smart Farming Technologies
  • 5.3.2 Rise of Bio-Stimulants and Organic Fertilizers
  • 5.3.3 Advances in Fertilizer Formulations and Delivery Systems
  • 5.3.4 Upsurge in Product Innovation
  • 5.3.5 Technological Innovations in Liquid Fertilizers
  • 5.3.6 Customization of Fertilizer Blends Based on Crop and Region

6. Competitive Landscape

• 6.1 Global Liquid Fertilizers Market: Competitive Landscape
• 6.2 Global Liquid Fertilizers Market Players: Product Offerings & Innovations

7. Company Profiles

• 7.1 Yara International ASA
  • 7.1.1 Business Overview
  • 7.1.2 Operating Segments
  • 7.1.3 Business Strategy
• 7.2 Nutrien Ltd.
  • 7.2.1 Business Overview
  • 7.2.2 Operating Segments
  • 7.2.3 Business Strategy
• 7.3 ICL Group Ltd.
  • 7.3.1 Business Overview
  • 7.3.2 Operating Segments
  • 7.3.3 Business Strategy
• 7.4 K+S AG
  • 7.4.1 Business Overview
  • 7.4.2 Revenues by Customer
  • 7.4.3 Business Strategy
• 7.5 The Mosaic Company
  • 7.5.1 Business Overview
  • 7.5.2 Operating Segments
  • 7.5.3 Business Strategy
• 7.6 CF Industries Holdings, Inc.
  • 7.6.1 Business Overview
  • 7.6.2 Operating Segments
  • 7.6.3 Business Strategy
• 7.7 Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile
  • 7.7.1 Business Overview
  • 7.7.2 Operating Segments
  • 7.7.3 Business Strategy
• 7.8 Coromandel International Limited
  • 7.8.1 Business Overview
  • 7.8.2 Operating Segments
  • 7.8.3 Business Strategy
• 7.9 Compass Minerals International, Inc.
  • 7.9.1 Business Overview
  • 7.9.2 Operating Segments
  • 7.9.3 Business Strategy
• 7.10 BASF SE
  • 7.10.1 Business Overview
  • 7.10.2 Operating Segments
  • 7.10.3 Business Strategy
• 7.11 EuroChem Group AG
  • 7.11.1 Business Overview
  • 7.11.2 Business Strategy
• 7.12 Haifa Group
  • 7.12.1 Business Overview
  • 7.12.2 Business Strategy
• 7.13 AgroLiquid
  • 7.13.1 Business Overview
  • 7.13.2 Business Strategy