Specialty Fertilizers Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Type (Micronutrient Fertilizers, Slow-Release Fertilizers, Controlled-Release Fertilizers, Customized Fertilizers, Water-Soluble Fertilizers And Others), Crop Type (Pulses And Oilseeds, Grains And Cereals, Commercial Crops, Fruits And Vegetables And Others), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2025-2034

Global Specialty Fertilizers Market Size is valued at USD 26.6 Billion in 2024 and is predicted to reach USD 49.8 Billion by the year 2034 at an 6.6% CAGR during the forecast period for 2025-2034.

Fertilizers used in unique soil and plant conditions are referred to as specialty fertilizers. Specialized fertilizers are used for specialized action in plants to increase production levels. Specialty fertilizers release essential nutrients. The rising demand for high-efficiency fertilizers is a key factor anticipated to propel the growth of the specialty fertilizers market during the forecast period. The consistent application of nutrients is also projected to fuel the market for specialized fertilizers. 

Moreover, it is predicted that the market for specialty fertilizers will expand more slowly due to the increased adoption of precision agricultural technology. On the other hand, it is anticipated that the development of the organic fertilizer industry will hamper the expansion of the market for specialty fertilizers.

In addition, as economies continue to advance, there may be more chances for the market for specialty fertilizers to expand in the years to come. However, the market for specialized fertilizers may face further challenges soon due to the rise in nutrient insufficiency and the growing significance of specialty nutrients.

Recent Developments:

• In January 2020, Agrosema Comercial Agricola Ltda, a Brazilian agricultural retailer, will be acquired by Nutrien Ltd. This acquisition aims to increase market penetration in South America's traditional or niche fertilizer sector.

• In June 2019, the specialty fertilizer sector pioneer EuroChem Group AG opened a new fertilizer blending facility in Brazil. The new facility has a storage capacity of 100 KMT and can generate 6,000 tonnes of fertilizer in a single day. 

Competitive Landscape:

Key players in the specialty fertilizers market are:

• CF Industries Holdings, Inc
• Coromandel International Limited
• Deepak Fertilizers
• EuroChem Group AG
• ICL Group Ltd.
• Israel Chemical Ltd.
• K+S AG
• Kingenta
• Nufam
• Nutiren, LTD.
• OCI Nitrogen
• OCP Group
• Petrochemicals Corporation Limited
• Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile (SQM)
• SQM SA
• The Mosaic Company
• Yara International ASA
• Zuari Agro Chemicals Ltd. 

Market Segmentation:

The specialty fertilizers market is segmented on the type and crop type. Based on type, the market is segmented into micronutrient fertilizers, slow-release fertilizers, controlled-release fertilizers, customized fertilizers, water-soluble fertilizers and others. Based on crop type, specialty fertilizers market is segmented into pulses and oilseeds, grains and cereals, commercial crops, fruits and vegetables and others.

Based on type, the water-soluble fertilizers segment is accounted as a major contributor to the specialty fertilizers market

The water-soluble fertilizers category grabbed the highest revenue share, and it is anticipated that they will continue to hold that position during the anticipated time. Many farmers are using water-soluble fertilizers due to their effectiveness in improving crop yields' quality and quantity. NPK, potassium nitrate, monopotassium phosphate, monoammonium phosphate, and urea phosphate are commonly used water-soluble fertilizers. Precision agriculture is aided by the growing use of water-soluble fertilizers for foliar feeding and fertigation. Due to the low salt index and high fertilizer use efficiency (almost 80–85%), there is a comparatively foremost demand for water-soluble fertilizers. Farmers are using more and more highly water-soluble fertilizers because they improve crop production and quality metrics and solve problems like nutrient fixation in soil, nutrient immobilization, and nutrient loss due to volatilization, such as nitrogen.

The grains and cereals segment witnessed growth at a rapid rate.

The grains and cereals category is anticipated to grow significantly over the forecast period. Most of the nutrients consumed by humans are thought to be obtained from cereals and grains. Cereals and grains are the main sources of calories and nutrients in many underdeveloped nations. Around the world, the production of cereals and grains has been influenced by various cultural, environmental, economic, and water supply variables. Corn, wheat, rice, barley, and sorghum are the cereals and grains that are most widely produced worldwide.

The Asia Pacific specialty fertilizers market holds a significant revenue share in the region.

The Asia Pacific, specialty fertilizers market, is expected to register the highest market share in revenue in the near future due to the expansion of innovation in the agricultural industry. Further, it is projected that in the upcoming years, the market for speciality fertilizers in the region will expand due to the government's increased efforts to promote innovative and formulated fertilizers by providing subsidies. In addition, North America is projected to increase in the global specialty fertilizers market due to the expansion of row crops. During the anticipated term, rising grain prices will also contribute to an increase in the area's specialty fertilizer market.

Specialty Fertilizers Market Report Scope:

Segmentation of Specialty Fertilizers Market-

Specialty Fertilizers Market By Type

• Micronutrient Fertilizers
• Slow Release Fertilizers
• Controlled Release Fertilizers
• Customized Fertilizers
• Water-soluble Fertilizers
• Others

Specialty Fertilizers Market By Crop Type

• Pulses and Oilseeds
• Grains and Cerals
• Commercial Crops
• Fruits and Vegetables
• Others

Specialty Fertilizers Market By Region-

North America-

• The US
• Canada

Europe-

• Germany
• The UK
• France
• Italy
• Spain
• Rest of Europe

Asia-Pacific-

• China
• Japan
• India
• South Korea
• South East Asia
• Rest of Asia Pacific

Latin America-

• Brazil
• Mexico
• Argentina
• Rest of Latin America

 Middle East & Africa-

• GCC Countries
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East and Africa