Compost is a nutrient-rich organic material created through the natural decomposition of organic matter such as food scraps, yard waste and plant materials. This process, facilitated by microorganisms, fungi and worms, breaks down the materials into a dark, crumbly substance that can be used as a natural fertilizer. Compost improves soil health, enhances water retention and reduces the need for chemical fertilizers, making it a sustainable solution for waste management and agricultural productivity.
The compost market consists of sales, by entities (organizations, sole traders, or partnerships), of compost products used by individuals, agricultural businesses and industries, for addressing soil health improvement, erosion control and organic farming needs.
The global compost market was valued at $6,287.04 million in 2019 which grew till 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of more than 5.00%.
Strong Economic Growth In Emerging Markets
Strong economic growth in emerging markets supported the growth of the compost market during the historic period. Strong economic growth in emerging markets boosted agricultural activity and urban development, increasing demand for sustainable farming and waste management solutions. This growth spurred the need for compost in agriculture, landscaping and gardening. Rising disposable incomes, environmental awareness and government sustainability initiatives further drove consumer adoption of organic products, creating favorable conditions for the compost market to thrive. For instance, in December 2022, according to the World Bank, China's gross domestic product (GDP) grew to $17.94 trillion in 2022 compared to $17.82 trillion in 2021 and $11.06 trillion in 2015. Additionally, according to the World Bank, a US-based international financial institution that provides loans and grants, Brazil's GDP (gross domestic product) growth rate stood at 4.99% in 2021, marking a significant increase of 8.27% compared to 2020. Therefore, strong economic growth in emerging markets contributed to the growth of the compost market.
Launch Of Eco-Friendly Compost Products Towards Sustainable Landscaping and Circular Economy
Leading compost market companies are launching eco-friendly compost and potting soil products made from food waste, supporting sustainable landscaping and green spaces. These nutrient-rich soils reduce landfill waste, promote soil health and contribute to a circular economy by repurposing food waste and promote sustainable gardening solutions while benefiting urban green initiatives and landscaping projects. For instance, in October 2024, Denali, a US-based leading organic recycler specializing in the collection, processing and conversion of organic waste into valuable products, launched ReCirculate, a compost and potting soil made from food waste sourced from grocery stores. This product utilizes organic waste nutrients to support sustainable landscaping, gardens and green spaces, fostering a circular economy. ReCirculate not only encourages consumers to opt for eco-friendly soil solutions but also enables retailers to monetize food waste, reducing landfill reliance and lowering carbon footprints.
The global compost market is highly fragmented, with a large number of players operating in the market. The top ten competitors in the market made up to 4.64% of the total market in 2023.
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The report covers market characteristics; size and growth; segmentation; regional and country breakdowns; competitive landscape; market shares; trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's history and forecasts market growth by geography. It places the market within the context of the wider compost market; and compares it with other markets.
The report covers the following chapters
- Introduction and Market Characteristics- Brief introduction to the segmentations covered in the market, definitions and explanations about the segment by product type and by application.
- Key Trends- Highlights the major trends shaping the global market. This section also highlights likely future developments in the market.
- Macro-Economic Scenario- The report provides an analysis of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, impact of the Russia-Ukraine war and impact of rising inflation on global and regional markets, providing strategic insights for businesses in the compost market.
- Global Market Size And Growth- Global historic (2019-2024) and forecast (2024-2029, 2034F) market values and drivers and restraints that support and control the growth of the market in the historic and forecast periods.
- Regional And Country Analysis- Historic (2019-2024) and forecast (2024-2029, 2034F) market values and growth and market share comparison by region and country.
- Market Segmentation- Contains the market values (2019-2024) (2024-2029, 2034F) and analysis for each segment by product type and by application in the market. Historic (2019-2024) and forecast (2024-2029) and (2029-2034) market values and growth and market share comparison by region market.
- Regional Market Size and Growth- Regional market size (2024), historic (2019-2024) and forecast (2024-2029, 2034F) market values and growth and market share comparison of countries within the region. This report includes information on all the regions Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa and major countries within each region.
- Competitive Landscape- Details on the competitive landscape of the market, estimated market shares and company profiles of the leading players.
- Other Major And Innovative Companies Details on the company profiles of other major and innovative companies in the market
- Competitive Benchmarking- Briefs on the financials comparison between major players in the market.
- Competitive Dashboard- Briefs on competitive dashboard of major players.
- Key Mergers and Acquisitions- Information on recent mergers and acquisitions in the market is covered in the report. This section gives key financial details of mergers and acquisitions which have shaped the market in recent years.
- Market Opportunities And Strategies- Describes market opportunities and strategies based on findings of the research, with information on growth opportunities across countries, segments and strategies to be followed in those markets.
- Conclusions And Recommendations- This section includes recommendations for compost providers in terms of product/service offerings geographic expansion, marketing strategies and target groups.
- Appendix- This section includes details on the NAICS codes covered, abbreviations and currencies codes used in this report.
Markets Covered:
- 1) By Product Type: Yard Trimming; Food Waste; Manure; Mushroom Compost; Vermicomposting; Other Product Types
- 2) By Application: Agriculture; Home Gardening; Landscaping; Horticulture; Other Applications
- Companies Mentioned: Veolia Environnement S.A.; Denali Water Solutions; Sri Gayathri Biotec; Atlas Organics, Inc.; McGill Environmental Systems
- Countries: China; Australia; India; Indonesia; Japan; South Korea; USA; Canada; Brazil; France; Germany; UK; Italy; Spain; Russia
- Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
- Time-series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
- Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets; GDP proportions; expenditure per capita; compost indicators comparison.
- Data segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data; market share of competitors; market segments.
- Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.