Global Liquid Fertilizers Market Growth, Share, Size, Trends and Forecast (2025 - 2031)

By Type;

Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium, and Micronutrients

By Major Compound;

Calcium Ammonium Nitrate (CAN), Urea-Ammonium Nitrate (UAN), Potassium Nitrate, Diammonium Phosphate (DAP), Monoammonium Phosphate (MAP), and Others

By Crop Type;

Macro Indicators, Cereals & Grains - Corn, Wheat, Rice, and Others, Oilseeds & Pulses - Soybean and Others, Fruits & Vegetables, and Others

By Mode of Application;

Soil, Foliar, Fertigation, Agricultural Field, Hydroponics, and Others

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn422460843 Published Date: May, 2025 Updated Date: June, 2025

Liquid Fertilizers Market Overview

Liquid Fertilizers Market (USD Million)

Liquid Fertilizers Market was valued at USD 15,488.75 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 20,109.34 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 3.8%.


Global Liquid Fertilizers Market Growth, Share, Size, Trends and Forecast

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 3.8 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)3.8 %
Market Size (2024)USD 15,488.75 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 20,109.34 Million
Market ConcentrationHigh
Report Pages368
15,488.75
2024
20,109.34
2031

Major Players

  • Nutrien Ltd
  • Yara International ASA
  • Israel Chemical Ltd
  • K+S Aktiengesellschaft
  • Sociedad Qummica Y Minera De Chile (SQM)
  • The Mosaic Company, Eurochem Group
  • CF Industries Holdings, Inc.
  • OCP Group
  • OCI Nitrogen
  • Wilbur-Ellis Company
  • Compass Minerals
  • Kugler
  • Haifa Group
  • Compo Expert GmbH
  • Agroliquid
  • Plant Food Company, Inc
  • Foxfarm Soil & Fertilizer Company
  • Agro Bio Chemicals
  • Agzon Agro

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Global Liquid Fertilizers Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The liquid fertilizers market is experiencing steady growth as farmers increasingly turn to more efficient nutrient delivery systems. Liquid formulations enable quicker nutrient uptake, supporting healthier crops and improved yields. As a result, more than 55% of precision farming operations now integrate liquid fertilizers to ensure uniform nutrient distribution.

Boost in Crop Output and Soil Vitality
Liquid fertilizers contribute significantly to higher crop output and better soil health by delivering essential nutrients in a controlled manner. Their ease of mixing and direct application makes them ideal for various farming systems. Surveys reveal that about 48% of farmers cultivating row crops favor liquid fertilizers over dry ones for their consistency and improved yield outcomes.

Shift Toward Environmentally Friendly Farming
Sustainability is becoming a major focus in agriculture, with a rising number of producers adopting eco-friendly practices. Liquid fertilizers align well with these goals, as over 42% of farmers now prefer them for their lower environmental impact and compatibility with organic and foliar feeding methods. This trend reflects a broader movement toward climate-conscious crop management.

Supportive Regulations and Financial Incentives
Government initiatives and cost-saving strategies are accelerating the adoption of liquid nutrient products. Currently, over 38% of agricultural aid programs favor technologies that improve fertilizer efficiency. This supportive environment is making liquid fertilizers more accessible, reinforcing their role in meeting the growing demand for sustainable and productive farming methods.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Type
    2. Market Snapshot, By Major Compound
    3. Market Snapshot, By Crop Type
    4. Market Snapshot, By Mode Of Application
    5. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Liquid Fertilizers Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Growth in Demand for Enhanced High-Efficiency Fertilizers
        2. Adoption of Precision Farming and Protected Agriculture
        3. Rapid Growth in Greenhouse Vegetable Production
      2. Restraints
        1. Lack of Awareness About Application Practices Among Farmers
        2. High Handling Costs
      3. Opportunities
        1. Need to Improve Pasture Production
        2. Increase in the Production and Yield of Crops

    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Liquid Fertilizers Market, By Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Nitrogen
      2. Phosphorus
      3. Potassium
      4. Micronutrients
    2. Liquid Fertilizers Market, By Major Compound, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Calcium Ammonium Nitrate (CAN)
      2. Urea-Ammonium Nitrate (UAN)
      3. Potassium Nitrate
      4. Diammonium Phosphate (DAP)
      5. Monoammonium Phosphate (MAP)
      6. Others
    3. Liquid Fertilizers Market, By Crop Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Macro Indicators
      2. Cereals & Grains
        1. Corn
        2. Wheat
        3. Rice
        4. Others
      3. Oilseeds & Pulses
        1. Soybean
        2. Others
      4. Fruits & Vegetables
      5. Others
    4. Liquid Fertilizers Market, By Mode of Application, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Soil
      2. Foliar
      3. Fertigation
      4. Agricultural Field
      5. Hydroponics
      6. Others
    5. Liquid Fertilizers Market, By Geography, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. Nutrien Ltd
      2. Yara International ASA
      3. Israel Chemical Ltd
      4. K+S Aktiengesellschaft
      5. Sociedad Qummica Y Minera De Chile (SQM)
      6. The Mosaic Company
      7. Eurochem Group
      8. CF Industries Holdings, Inc
      9. OCP Group
      10. OCI Nitrogen
      11. Wilbur-Ellis Company
      12. Compass Minerals
      13. Kugler
      14. Haifa Group
      15. Compo Expert GmbH
      16. Agroliquid
      17. Plant Food Company, Inc.
      18. Foxfarm Soil and Fertilizer Company
      19. Agro Bio Chemicals
      20. Agzon Agro
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market