The South East Asia Biofertilizer Market is projected to reach $78.1 million by 2030, at a CAGR of 10.3% during the forecast period of 2023 to 2030. The growth of this market is driven by the rising demand for organic food, the rising inclination towards sustainable and eco-friendly techniques to improve crop yields and soil health, increasing government initiatives to promote the use of biofertilizers, and the growing concerns regarding environmental safety. However, the high cost of biofertilizer production and high demand for synthetic fertilizers hamper the growth of this market to some extent.
Moreover, the growing adoption of fertilizers in emerging economies is expected to create market growth opportunities for the stakeholders operating in this market. However, the lengthy product registration & approval processes and lack of awareness regarding biofertilizer are major challenges for the players in this market.
Key Players
The report includes a competitive landscape based on an extensive assessment of the key growth strategies adopted by leading market players between 2020 and 2023. The key players profiled in the South East Asia Biofertilizer market research report are American Vanguard Corporation (U.S.), Chr. Hansen Holding A/S (Denmark), IPL Biologicals Limited (India), Koppert B.V (Netherlands), Lallemand Inc (U.S.), Novozymes A/S (Denmark), Symborg Corporate, SL (Spain), UPL Limited. (India), Biostadt India Limited (India), ATLÁNTICA AGRÍCOLA, S.A. (Spain), and Suståne Natural Fertilizer, Inc. (U.S.).

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Rising Demand for Organic Food to Spur the Growth of the South East Asia Biofertilizer Market
Organic farming involves growing crops without using synthetic (chemical) fertilizers and pesticides. In organic cultivation, natural fertilizers such as organic fertilizers and biofertilizers are used to enhance crop production. Biofertilizers are renewable, biodegradable, sustainable, and eco-friendly. They improve soil structure, increase the soil’s water-holding capacity, and prevent plant diseases & groundwater contamination.
The global population is expected to reach 9.7 billion by 2050, a 24% increase over 2021 (Source: Population Reference Bureau). As the global population grows, the demand for food is also expected to increase, meaning that agriculture will become much more important in the future. Therefore, various modern agricultural practices are expected to be used to fulfill the growing food requirements of the population.
Chemical fertilizers are used on a large scale to enhance agricultural production. However, chemical residues in food can be harmful and may lead to diseases. As food safety has become a major concern, consumers increasingly prefer chemical residue-free produce. Organic food is grown using natural fertilizers. Consuming organic food may reduce the risk of cancer, heart disease, stroke, allergies, obesity, and many more conditions.
Furthermore, several organizations are raising awareness about the negative effects of chemicals in food and promoting organic farming worldwide. In addition, various governments are undertaking initiatives to promote organic foods and organic cultivation across the globe. Therefore, there has been a drastic increase in the global consumption of organic food and the global area of land under organic cultivation.
According to FIBL-IFOAM 2023, as of 2021, the organic agricultural land in the Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam was around 216,334 ha, 167,985 ha, 83,362 ha, and 74,540 ha, respectively. Moreover, this organic agriculture area is further expected to grow by 415.7% in Thailand, 167.2% in the Philippines, and 105.4% in Vietnam in the next ten years from 2021. The organic farming industry is governed by strict government standards; products bearing organic labels are required to be produced without toxic and persistent pesticides and synthetic nitrogen fertilizers, antibiotics, synthetic hormones, or genetic engineering.
Biofertilizers play an important role in organic farming. In addition, biofertilizers are essential components of organic farming practices because combining naturally occurring microorganisms with organically derived, nutrient-rich fertilizers provides plants with a healthy growing environment and makes the soil sustainable for future growing seasons. Biofertilizers also enhance plants’ resistance against pests and abiotic stressors such as drought, excess water, and extreme temperature changes. Providing plants with natural protection against external threats and restrictive conditions is necessary for optimal plant growth & development and reduces the need for traditional, inorganic fertilizers and pesticides. Thus, the demand for biofertilizers in organic farming is expected to grow significantly in the coming years.
Thus, the rising demand for organic food is expected to drive the growth of the South East Asia biofertilizers market during the forecast period.
Key Findings in the South East Asia Biofertilizer Market Study:
In 2023, the Nitrogen-fixing Microbes Segment is Expected to Dominate the South East Asia Biofertilizer Market
Based on microorganism type, the South East Asia biofertilizer market is segmented into Nitrogen-fixing Microbes, Phosphate Solubilizing & Mobilizing Microbes, Potassium Solubilizing & Mobilizing Microbes, and Other Microorganisms. In 2023, the nitrogen-fixing microbes segment is expected to account for the largest share of the South East Asia biofertilizer market. The large market share of this segment is attributed to factors such as risks related to the use of synthetic fertilizers, rising health concerns associated with chemical fertilizers, rising awareness regarding nitrogen-fixing microbes, increasing government initiatives to support organic farming by adopting sustainability in modern agriculture, and growing use of modern irrigation techniques such as drip and sprinkler irrigation.
In addition, nitrogen-fixing microbes are a more economical, ecological, and profitable solution to provide nitrogen to plants, contributing to their increased adoption. This segment is further slated to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period of 2023–2030.
In 2023, the Cereals & Grains Segment is Expected to Dominate the South East Asia Biofertilizer Market
Based on crop type, the South East Asia biofertilizer market is segmented into cereals & grains, oilseeds & pulses, fruits & vegetables, and other crop types. In 2023, the cereals & grains segment is expected to account for the largest share of the South East Asia biofertilizer market. The large market share of this segment is attributed to the high area under cereal & grain cultivation, increasing demand for organic and naturally grown cereals and grains products, and growing focus on minimizing the use of conventional fertilizers for cereals & grains production.
In 2023, the Seed Treatment Segment is Expected to Dominate the South East Asia Biofertilizer Market
Based on mode of application, the South East Asia Biofertilizer market is segmented into seed treatment, foliar spray, fertigation, and other modes of application. In 2023, the seed treatment segment is expected to account for the larger share of the South East Asia Biofertilizer market. The large market share of this segment is attributed to the rising awareness regarding the seed treatment of biofertilizer and the increasing use of biofertilizer in various crops such as rice, wheat, sorghum, maize, and oilseeds such as groundnut, sunflower, and soybean. In addition, it is associated with various benefits, such as increasing seed germination and decreased incidence of foot and root rot.
Moreover, the foliar spray segment is projected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period of 2023–2030. This growth is driven by the low quantity of biofertilizer required with minimum wastage, growing advancement in spraying technologies which provide uniform application and distribution of nutrients, increasing farmer preferences for foliar spraying due to precise nutrient delivery to plants and rapid nutrient absorption, and one of the most economical and reliable biofertilizer application.
In 2023, the Liquid Biofertilizers Segment is Expected to Dominate the South East Asia Biofertilizer Market
Based on form, the South East Asia biofertilizer market is segmented into dry biofertilizers and liquid biofertilizers. In 2023, the dry biofertilizers segment is expected to account for the larger share of the South East Asia biofertilizer market. The large market share of this segment is attributed to their long-lasting effects and high efficiency in all climatic conditions, various products offered by manufacturers in dry from in the market, rising adoption of dry biofertilizers for lawn & garden applications, and the wide & easy availability of raw materials.
Moreover, the liquid biofertilizers segment is projected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period of 2023–2030. This growth is driven by the ability of liquid biofertilizers to offer more precise nutrient delivery to plants, rapid nutrient absorption, easy and uniform application, growing advancement in spraying and fertigation technologies, and growing focus of farmers on pre-mixed and ready-to-use biofertilizers are further expected to support the rapid growth of this segment.
Philippines Expected to Dominate the South East Asia Biofertilizer Market
Based on country, the South East Asia biofertilizer market is segmented into the Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Rest of South East Asia. In 2023, the Philippines is expected to account for the largest share of the South East Asia Biofertilizer market. The large share of this market is attributed to the increasing awareness regarding the benefits of biofertilizers, rising health awareness, which further increases the demand for organic food, the increasing area under organic farming, and the growing adoption of modern agriculture techniques such as drip irrigation and advanced spraying techniques.
Scope of the Report:
South East Asia Biofertilizer Market Assessment, by Microorganism Type
- Nitrogen-Fixing Microbes
- Rhizobia Bacteria
- Azospirillum
- Other Nitrogen-Fixing Microbes
- Phosphate Solubilizing & Mobilizing Microbes
- Pseudomonas
- Bacillus
- Other Phosphate Solubilizing & Mobilizing Microbes
- Potassium Solubilizing & Mobilizing Microbes
- Other Microorganism Types
South East Asia Biofertilizer Market Assessment, by Crop Type
- Cereals & Grains
- Rice
- Maize/Corn
- Wheat
- Other Cereals & Grains
- Oilseeds & Pulses
- Fruits & Vegetables
- Other Crop Types
South East Asia Biofertilizer Market Assessment, by Mode of Application
- Seed Treatment
- Foliar Spray
- Fertigation
- Other Modes of Application
South East Asia Biofertilizer Market Assessment, by Form
- Dry Biofertilizers
- Liquid Biofertilizers
South East Asia Biofertilizer Market Assessment, by Country
- Philippines
- Thailand
- Indonesia
- Vietnam
- Rest of South East Asia
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