PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1814070
PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1814070
The global fertilizer bag market size was estimated at USD 3.39 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 5.56 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 5.7% from 2025 to 2033. The rising demand for fertilizers drives the market due to increasing global food production needs and the expansion of modern agricultural practices.
In addition, growing focus on efficient storage, transportation, and preservation of fertilizer quality is boosting the adoption of durable and cost-effective packaging solutions. The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) estimates that global food demand is anticipated to increase by over 50% by 2050. This projection is driven by a combination of factors, including population growth, rising incomes, and changing dietary preferences. This outlook is expected to boost the consumption of fertilizers for crop yield improvement. Fertilizer bags, ranging from woven polypropylene (PP) to multi-layer paper and polyethylene bags, play a crucial role in protecting fertilizer quality during transportation and storage by preventing moisture ingress and product degradation. For example, in countries like India and China, where agriculture remains a major economic driver, government subsidies on fertilizers directly contribute to the growing production and distribution of fertilizer bags to meet market needs.
The shift toward durable and sustainable packaging solutions in the fertilizer sector also contributes to market growth. Manufacturers are increasingly developing fertilizer bags with UV-resistant properties, anti-slip coatings, and eco-friendly materials to cater to performance and environmental regulations. In regions like Europe, stringent sustainability directives have pushed producers toward recyclable woven PP bags or biodegradable paper bags, reducing plastic waste. Moreover, innovations such as hermetically sealed, laminated bags extend fertilizer shelf life and reduce wastage during storage, making them popular among large agricultural cooperatives and export markets in Latin America and Africa.
The market is also being propelled by logistics efficiency and branding opportunities that fertilizer bags offer. High-quality printed bags serve as a cost-effective marketing tool for fertilizer companies, especially in competitive markets where brand differentiation influences farmer purchasing decisions. For instance, in African and Southeast Asian markets, bright, multi-color branding on bags enhances visibility and trust among smallholder farmers. At the same time, bags with improved stacking strength and resistance to tearing help reduce losses during long-distance shipping, which is critical for export-oriented fertilizer producers in countries such as Russia, Canada, and Morocco. Together, these functional and marketing benefits make fertilizer bags a strategic asset in the agricultural supply chain, further fueling market growth.
Global Fertilizer Bag Market Report Segmentation
This report forecasts revenue growth at a global level and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the global fertilizer bag market report based on material, size, closure type, application, and region: