Biostimulants Market by Form, Ingredient, Crop, Application

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[194 Pages Report] The Biostimulants Market size was estimated at USD 4.08 billion in 2023 and expected to reach USD 4.56 billion in 2024, at a CAGR 11.85% to reach USD 8.95 billion by 2030.

Biostimulants encompass a diverse group of products that enhance plant growth, nutrient efficiency, abiotic stress tolerance, and overall crop quality. Biostimulants are typically derived from natural or biological sources such as nutrients, pest control, or fertilizers to improve agricultural production. Biostimulants contain ingredients such as seaweed extracts, humic acids, amino acids, microorganisms, and others. These products have become an integral component of sustainable agriculture, using them in various crops, including fruits & and vegetables, cereals & grains, and oilseeds & pulses. The end-users of biostimulants range from small-scale farms to large agricultural operations, adapting to both organic farming methods and conventional agriculture. The biostimulant market is expanding as these innovative, natural-origin products gain traction with an upsurge in eco-conscious farming, supportive regulations, and breakthroughs in agrotech. However, the high costs of producing biostimulants and lack of standardization impede market penetration. Continual research in developing new and highly effective biostimulant solutions, the mode of delivery, and reduced production expenses present lucrative opportunities for industry growth.

KEY MARKET STATISTICS
Base Year [2023]	USD 4.08 billion
Estimated Year [2024]	USD 4.56 billion
Forecast Year [2030]	USD 8.95 billion
CAGR (%)	11.85%

Form: Preferences for liquid formulations from large-scale farming operations for precision and ease of integration into existing irrigation system

Dry biostimulants typically come in powder or granulated form, which are favored for their long shelf-life and stability and reduce the risk of degradation when stored appropriately. Dry formulations are also easier to transport and handle, particularly in large agricultural operations. These products are primarily dispersed on the soil, often with a carrier or as part of a blend with fertilizers for pre-plant soil conditioning. Liquid biostimulants include solutions, suspensions, and emulsions. Liquid biostimulants are appreciated for their ease of mixing and application, which makes them suitable for modern irrigation systems, including drip or spray irrigation. Liquid formulations allow for precise dosage and distribution, leading to potentially more efficient product use and decreased waste. Liquid biostimulants are the highly preferred option when an immediate biostimulant effect is needed, such as during critical growth stages or stress recovery.

Ingredient: High demand for humic substances to enhance soil properties and benefit long-term land productivity

Amino acids are fundamental building blocks for plant protein synthesis critical in plant growth and stress tolerance. Their need-based preference is found in conditions where plants are under abiotic stress, such as salinity, drought, and extreme temperatures. Amino acid biostimulants enhance nutrient uptake, increase chlorophyll concentration, and improve plant vigor. Humic substances, including humic and fulvic acids, originate from the natural decomposition of animal and plant material. These substances are sought after for their soil conditioning properties, nutrient solubilization, and ability to promote microbial diversity in the rhizosphere. Their need arises particularly in restoring degraded soils and enhancing the efficiency of nutrient use. Microbial amendments encompass a variety of beneficial bacteria and fungi that help to improve plant health through different mechanisms, such as nitrogen fixation, phosphorus solubilization, or pathogen antagonism. Seaweed extracts, derived from marine algae, are rich in hormones, minerals, and antioxidants. These biostimulant ingredients are preferred for promoting plant growth, enhancing stress resistance, and boosting yield. They are commonly used in foliar sprays and soil applications, offering a versatile solution for various crops.

Crop: Growing adoption of biostimulants for fruits and vegetables, centered on factors that affect consumer appeal

Cereals and grains, as staple foods, require biostimulants that can enhance yield, improve resilience to abiotic stress, and increase nutritional values. Biostimulant products in this segment are formulated to boost root development, nutrient uptake, and stress resistance. Biostimulants have a significant role in corn production by enhancing nutrient uptake, improving stress tolerance, and increasing yield used for animal feed and ethanol production. Using biostimulants in rice production can promote better growth and stress resilience, increasing grain quality and yield. Biostimulants have been observed to enhance nutrient assimilation, root development, and plant metabolism, which are vital for rice crops that often endure fluctuating environmental conditions. Implementing biostimulants in wheat cultivation can significantly influence plant growth stages, increase resistance to diseases and pests, and enhance stress tolerance. With wheat being susceptible to various environmental stresses, including extreme temperature and water scarcity, applying biostimulants is crucial for this segment. Fruits and vegetables are highly responsive to the application of biostimulants. The biostimulants enhance the yield and quality of products by improving color, taste, and nutritional content. Moreover, biostimulants help manage post-harvest stress, ensuring the extended shelf life of perishable fruits and vegetables. Oilseeds such as soybean, rapeseed, sunflower, and pulses, including lentils and peas, are essential for producing vegetable oils and protein-rich food. Biostimulants in this segment help to increase the oil content in seeds and protein content in pulses, contributing to the overall quality of the produce. The application of biostimulants in turfs and ornamentals is focused on aesthetic appeal. Biostimulants in this segment help improve plant vigor and coloration, increase resistance to stress, and enhance growth rate.

Application: Significant benefits of foliar treatment for responsive and fast-acting interventions

Foliar treatment involves the application of biostimulants directly to the leaves of plants. This method is particularly effective for providing quick and targeted delivery of nutrients and biostimulants, as plants can rapidly absorb substances through their leaves. Foliar application is preferred for an immediate need for nutrient uptake, such as correcting nutrient deficiencies or when soil conditions are not conducive to root absorption. Seed treatment with biostimulants is applied directly to seeds before planting. This preemptive approach enhances seed vigor, germination rates, and early plant development. Seed treatment is preferred to equip the plant with the resilience to withstand early-stage environmental stressors and to encourage a strong crop growth cycle. Soil treatment encompasses the application of biostimulants to the soil to improve its properties as a growing medium and to influence plant root systems directly. This application method is preferred for long-term soil health improvement, increasing beneficial microbial activity, enhancing nutrient absorption, and reducing the need for traditional fertilizers.

Regional Insights

The biostimulants market in the Americas has been experiencing a consistent growth trend, attributed primarily to the increasing adoption of sustainable agricultural practices. The United States contributed majorly to the regional market, attributed to technological advancements and a growing organic farming sector. Additionally, governmental initiatives aiming to increase agricultural output favorably influence the region's biostimulants market. In the EMEA region, Europe is the largest region for biostimulants, with regulatory support for environmentally friendly farming practices and high awareness among farmers about the advantages of biostimulants. The implementation of the European Green Deal is further promoting the usage of biostimulants. The Middle East and Africa are presenting emerging growth potential, spurred by the demand for enhanced water usage efficiency in agriculture and the need to combat desertification and climate change impacts on agriculture. Asia-Pacific is anticipated to be the fastest-growing market for biostimulants, with the region's large agricultural sector, the necessity for high crop productivity, and increased awareness of the benefits of biostimulants. Furthermore, government initiatives in these countries to support sustainable agriculture and improve soil health further stimulate the growth of biostimulants.

FPNV Positioning Matrix

The FPNV Positioning Matrix is pivotal in evaluating the Biostimulants Market. It offers a comprehensive assessment of vendors, examining key metrics related to Business Strategy and Product Satisfaction. This in-depth analysis empowers users to make well-informed decisions aligned with their requirements. Based on the evaluation, the vendors are then categorized into four distinct quadrants representing varying levels of success: Forefront (F), Pathfinder (P), Niche (N), or Vital (V).

Market Share Analysis

The Market Share Analysis is a comprehensive tool that provides an insightful and in-depth examination of the current state of vendors in the Biostimulants Market. By meticulously comparing and analyzing vendor contributions in terms of overall revenue, customer base, and other key metrics, we can offer companies a greater understanding of their performance and the challenges they face when competing for market share. Additionally, this analysis provides valuable insights into the competitive nature of the sector, including factors such as accumulation, fragmentation dominance, and amalgamation traits observed over the base year period studied. With this expanded level of detail, vendors can make more informed decisions and devise effective strategies to gain a competitive edge in the market.

Key Company Profiles

The report delves into recent significant developments in the Biostimulants Market, highlighting leading vendors and their innovative profiles. These include Acadian Seaplants Limited, Agricen by Nutrien, AgriLife (India) Private Limited, Agrinos, Agritecno Fertilizantes SL, Andermatt Group AG, Apple Agro, Atlantica Agricola, S.A., Axeb Biotech SL, BASF SE, Bayer AG, BioAtlantis Ltd., Biobest Group NV, BIOIBERICA S.A.U., Biolchim S.p.A. by J.M. Huber Corporation, Bionema Limited, BioSafe Systems, LLC, BIOVERT S.L. by Sustainable Agro Solutions, S.A.U., Coromandel International Limited, Corteva, Inc., Dora Agri-Tech, Emery Oleochemicals LLC, Evonik Industries AG, FMC Corporation, Futureco Bioscience, Haifa Group, Hello Nature International Srl, INTERMAG sp. z o. o, Isagro S.p.A. by Gowan Company, LLC, Kelp Products International, Koppert B.V., LawrieCo, MAFA Bioscience S.A., Mitsui & Co., Ltd., Novozymes A/S, Nufarm Limited, Nutri-Tech Solutions Pty Ltd., Olmix SA, OMEX Agriculture Ltd., Peptech Biosciences Ltd., PlantoSys Nederland B.V., Pro Farm Group Inc. by Bioceres Crop Solutions Corp., Russell IPM Ltd., SEIPASA, SA, Solvay SA, Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd., Syngenta AG, T.Stanes and Company Limited, Toopi Organics, Trade Corporation International, S.A., UPL Limited, Vegalab SA, Verdesian Life Sciences LLC, Yara International ASA, and Elephant Vert France.

Market Segmentation & Coverage

This research report categorizes the Biostimulants Market to forecast the revenues and analyze trends in each of the following sub-markets:

Form
- Dry
- Liquid

Ingredient
- Amino Acid
- Humic Substance
- Microbial Amendment
- Seaweed Extracts

Crop
- Cereals & Grains
  - Corn
  - Rice
  - Wheat

Fruits & Vegetables
Oilseeds & Pulses
Turfs & Ornamentals

Application
- Foliar Treatment
- Seed Treatment
- Soil Treatment

Region
- Americas
  - Argentina
  - Brazil
  - Canada
  - Mexico
  - United States
    - California
    - Florida
    - Illinois
    - New York
    - Ohio
    - Pennsylvania
    - Texas
- Asia-Pacific
  - Australia
  - China
  - India
  - Indonesia
  - Japan
  - Malaysia
  - Philippines
  - Singapore
  - South Korea
  - Taiwan
  - Thailand
  - Vietnam

Europe, Middle East & Africa
- Denmark
- Egypt
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Israel
- Italy
- Netherlands
- Nigeria
- Norway
- Poland
- Qatar
- Russia
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Turkey
- United Arab Emirates
- United Kingdom

The report offers valuable insights on the following aspects:

1. Market Penetration: It presents comprehensive information on the market provided by key players.

2. Market Development: It delves deep into lucrative emerging markets and analyzes the penetration across mature market segments.

3. Market Diversification: It provides detailed information on new product launches, untapped geographic regions, recent developments, and investments.

4. Competitive Assessment & Intelligence: It conducts an exhaustive assessment of market shares, strategies, products, certifications, regulatory approvals, patent landscape, and manufacturing capabilities of the leading players.

5. Product Development & Innovation: It offers intelligent insights on future technologies, R&D activities, and breakthrough product developments.

The report addresses key questions such as:

1. What is the market size and forecast of the Biostimulants Market?

2. Which products, segments, applications, and areas should one consider investing in over the forecast period in the Biostimulants Market?

3. What are the technology trends and regulatory frameworks in the Biostimulants Market?

4. What is the market share of the leading vendors in the Biostimulants Market?

5. Which modes and strategic moves are suitable for entering the Biostimulants Market?

Product Code: MRR-43422F546E3C

1. Preface

1.1. Objectives of the Study
1.2. Market Segmentation & Coverage
1.3. Years Considered for the Study
1.4. Currency & Pricing
1.5. Language
1.6. Stakeholders

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Define: Research Objective
2.2. Determine: Research Design
2.3. Prepare: Research Instrument
2.4. Collect: Data Source
2.5. Analyze: Data Interpretation
2.6. Formulate: Data Verification
2.7. Publish: Research Report
2.8. Repeat: Report Update

3. Executive Summary

4. Market Overview

5. Market Insights

5.1. Market Dynamics
- 5.1.1. Drivers
  - 5.1.1.1. Increasing investments and expansion of the agriculture sector
  - 5.1.1.2. Expanding sustainable approach in the agriculture sector for enhancing crop quality
  - 5.1.1.3. Government initiatives to support biostimulants
- 5.1.2. Restraints
  - 5.1.2.1. High cost of development of biostimulants
- 5.1.3. Opportunities
  - 5.1.3.1. New developments in the biostimulant solutions
  - 5.1.3.2. Growing importance of biostimulants from ornamental horticulture and floriculture
- 5.1.4. Challenges
  - 5.1.4.1. Farmer awareness issues with biostimulants
5.2. Market Segmentation Analysis
- 5.2.1. Form: Preferences for liquid formulations from large-scale farming operations for precision and ease of integration into existing irrigation system
- 5.2.2. Ingredient: High demand for humic substances to enhance soil properties and benefit long-term land productivity
- 5.2.3. Crop: Growing adoption of biostimulants for fruits and vegetables, centered on factors that affect consumer appeal
- 5.2.4. Application: Significant benefits of foliar treatment for responsive and fast-acting interventions
5.3. Market Trend Analysis
- 5.3.1. Sustainable agricultural practices, heightened environmental consciousness, and supportive government policies in the Americas
- 5.3.2. Growing focus on enhancing urban nurseries and forestry coupled with supportive government regulations in the APAC region
- 5.3.3. Expanding research & development activities for the development of biostimulants with rising government funding in the EMEA region
5.4. Cumulative Impact of Russia-Ukraine Conflict
5.5. Cumulative Impact of High Inflation
5.6. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 5.6.1. Threat of New Entrants
- 5.6.2. Threat of Substitutes
- 5.6.3. Bargaining Power of Customers
- 5.6.4. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 5.6.5. Industry Rivalry
5.7. Value Chain & Critical Path Analysis
5.8. Regulatory Framework Analysis
5.9. Client Customization
- 5.9.1. Prices Analysis of Biostimulants

6. Biostimulants Market, by Form

6.1. Introduction
6.2. Dry
6.3. Liquid

7. Biostimulants Market, by Ingredient

7.1. Introduction
7.2. Amino Acid
7.3. Humic Substance
7.4. Microbial Amendment
7.5. Seaweed Extracts

8. Biostimulants Market, by Crop

8.1. Introduction
8.2. Cereals & Grains
8.3. Fruits & Vegetables
8.4. Oilseeds & Pulses
8.5. Turfs & Ornamentals

9. Biostimulants Market, by Application

9.1. Introduction
9.2. Foliar Treatment
9.3. Seed Treatment
9.4. Soil Treatment

10. Americas Biostimulants Market

10.1. Introduction
10.2. Argentina
10.3. Brazil
10.4. Canada
10.5. Mexico
10.6. United States

11. Asia-Pacific Biostimulants Market

11.1. Introduction
11.2. Australia
11.3. China
11.4. India
11.5. Indonesia
11.6. Japan
11.7. Malaysia
11.8. Philippines
11.9. Singapore
11.10. South Korea
11.11. Taiwan
11.12. Thailand
11.13. Vietnam

12. Europe, Middle East & Africa Biostimulants Market

12.1. Introduction
12.2. Denmark
12.3. Egypt
12.4. Finland
12.5. France
12.6. Germany
12.7. Israel
12.8. Italy
12.9. Netherlands
12.10. Nigeria
12.11. Norway
12.12. Poland
12.13. Qatar
12.14. Russia
12.15. Saudi Arabia
12.16. South Africa
12.17. Spain
12.18. Sweden
12.19. Switzerland
12.20. Turkey
12.21. United Arab Emirates
12.22. United Kingdom

13. Competitive Landscape

13.1. Market Share Analysis, 2023
13.2. FPNV Positioning Matrix, 2023
13.3. Competitive Scenario Analysis
- 13.3.1. Yara Launches New Biostimulants Brand
- 13.3.2. Cubic Grow and PlantoSys Partner to Expand Biostimulant Solutions
- 13.3.3. Toopi Organics Lands USD 17 Million to Turn Urine into Crop Biostimulants
- 13.3.4. Syngenta Launches ERGER, a New Biostimulant, to Break Fruit Crop Dormancy in Brazil
- 13.3.5. Sustainable Agro Solutions Announces the Acquisition of Biovert
- 13.3.6. Yara to Build New Global Plant for Specialty Fertilizers and Biostimulants
- 13.3.7. New Biostimulant Seed Treatment Set to Boost Wheat Yields with Reduced Fertilizer Use
- 13.3.8. Mitsui & Co. Ltd. to Acquire a Share of Irish Biostimulants Manufacturing Company CB-Agri
- 13.3.9. Bayer AG and Kimitec Group Join Forces to Bring the Next Generation of Biologicals to Millions of Growers Worldwide
- 13.3.10. ADM Launches Crop Biostimulant
- 13.3.11. Huber to Acquire Biostimulants Company Biolchim Group

14. Competitive Portfolio

14.1. Key Company Profiles
14.2. Key Product Portfolio