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Soil amendments encompass substances applied to soil with the aim of improving its physicochemical or biological characteristics. Their primary purpose is to create a more conducive environment for plant growth by enhancing soil fertility and water-holding capacity.
The principal types of soil amendments include clay, sand, loam, and silt. Clay is characterized by very fine mineral particles tightly packed together. It is further categorized based on crop types such as cereals and grains, oilseeds and pulses, fruits and vegetables, among others. Additionally, clay is available in both dry and liquid forms and finds application in various sectors such as construction, mining, agriculture, gardening, and other related fields.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
Tariffs are influencing the soil amendments market by increasing costs of imported organic inputs, mineral additives, processing machinery, and packaging materials. Agricultural regions in North America and Europe are most affected due to reliance on imported specialty amendments, while Asia-Pacific faces higher logistics costs for bulk materials. These tariffs are raising product prices and affecting large-scale adoption. However, they are also supporting local sourcing, regional production of organic amendments, and utilization of locally available soil improvement materials.
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The soil amendments market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $5.09 billion in 2025 to $5.62 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to degradation of arable land quality, increasing adoption of modern farming practices, growth in horticulture and specialty crops, rising awareness of soil fertility management, availability of diverse amendment products.
The soil amendments market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $8.37 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing focus on regenerative agriculture, rising demand for climate-resilient farming inputs, expansion of organic food production, growing investments in soil health technologies, increasing adoption in commercial landscaping and mining reclamation. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing use of organic soil conditioners, rising adoption of biochar and compost amendments, growing demand for soil water retention solutions, expansion of soil health management practices, enhanced focus on sustainable crop productivity.
The growing demand for organic foods is expected to drive the growth of the soil amendments market going forward. Organic foods are produced using methods that comply with organic farming standards, which aim to protect the environment and promote sustainable agriculture. Soil amendments are essential in organic farming, providing nutrients and improving soil health to support the growth of healthy crops while maintaining soil fertility and encouraging sustainable practices. For example, in May 2023, according to the Organic Trade Association, a US-based industry organization, total organic sales-including non-food products-reached $60 billion in 2022 and surged to $67.6 billion by 2023, reflecting significant growth in the organic sector. Therefore, the rising demand for organic foods is propelling the soil amendments market.
Major companies in the soil amendments market are focusing on innovative product launches, such as advanced agricultural solutions aimed at providing long-lasting protection against a wide range of fungal diseases in various crops, thereby promoting healthier yields and supporting sustainable farming practices. Advanced agricultural solutions encompass innovative technologies, products, or practices designed to enhance crop production, improve pest and disease management, and promote sustainability in farming operations. For instance, in March 2023, Bayer, a Germany-based global leader in agriculture and life sciences, announced the EPA approval of Luna Pro Fungicide. This premium fungicide effectively controls both foliar and soilborne diseases, particularly in potato cultivation, using a combination of systemic active ingredients. Its formulation includes prothioconazole, which inhibits fungal growth at the cellular level, and fluopyram, which enhances disease resistance and promotes overall plant health. By improving crop resilience and yield potential, this fungicide serves as a vital tool for growers aiming to manage disease pressures while ensuring sustainable agricultural practices.
In August 2024, AMVAC GreenSolutions, a US-based company specializing in sustainable agricultural solutions, partnered with Biome Makers to enhance its offerings in the soil amendment market. This collaboration aims to integrate Biome Makers' advanced microbial analysis and technology into AMVAC GreenSolutions' product line. Biome Makers is known for its innovative solutions that improve soil quality and agricultural productivity, helping farmers optimize soil health and crop yields sustainably.
Major companies operating in the soil amendments market are BASF SE, UPL Limited, Nutrien Ltd., Yara International ASA, ICL Group Ltd., The Mosaic Company, OCP Group, Coromandel International Limited, Tata Chemicals Limited, Haifa Group, Deepak Fertilisers and Petrochemicals Corporation Limited, Gujarat State Fertilizers and Chemicals Limited, Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile S.A., Koch Fertilizer, LLC, EuroChem Group AG, Sinochem Group Co., Ltd., Helm AG, PhosAgro PJSC, Bayer AG, Corteva Agriscience
North America was the largest region in the soil amendments market in 2025. The regions covered in the soil amendments market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the soil amendments market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain
The soil amendments market consists of sales of sphagnum peat, wood chips, grass clippings, straw, compost, manure, biosolids, sawdust and wood ash. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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