United States Fertilizer Market Size, Share, Industry Overview, Trends and Forecast 2025-2033

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Market Overview

The United States fertilizer market size was valued at USD 46.5 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 70.6 Billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 6.46% during the forecast period of 2025-2033. Growth is driven by high agricultural productivity demands, advancements in fertilizer formulation technologies, and widespread adoption of precision farming. Key market segments include chemical and dry fertilizers, with grains and cereals as major consumers due to their extensive cultivation and nutrient needs.

Study Assumption Years

• Base Year: 2024
• Historical Year/Period: 2019-2024
• Forecast Year/Period: 2025-2033

United States Fertilizer Market Key Takeaways

• Current Market Size: USD 46.5 Billion in 2024
• CAGR: 6.46% from 2025 to 2033
• Forecast Period: 2025-2033
• Precision farming and sustainable farming are transforming fertilizer usage, with organic and bio-based products gaining traction.
• Government incentives, increased crop yields demand, and improved soil awareness drive market growth.
• Challenges include variable input prices, environmental concerns, regulatory pressure, and supply chain disruptions.
• Opportunities lie in green fertilizers, digital farming technologies, and local production enhancement.
• Growing demand for nutrient-enriched soils due to biofuel sector expansion boosts the market.

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United States Fertilizer Market Growth Factors

The United States fertilizer market is heavily influenced by increasing agricultural productivity demands to meet the growing food requirements, fueled by a rising population. According to the United States Census Bureau, the 2024 population reached 340.1 million, growing roughly 1% since 2023. This population growth leads to more intensive cultivation practices demanding amplified nutrient inputs to maintain soil fertility. Innovations in fertilizer formulations, including bio-based and controlled-release fertilizers, address sustainability goals, improve nutrient efficiency, and reduce environmental impact. Additionally, government initiatives promoting nutrient management and precision agriculture encourage adoption of advanced fertilizers, raising crop yields while minimizing wastage.

Another significant growth driver is the burgeoning biofuel sector, which increases cultivation of feedstock crops like soybeans and corn. The U.S. Energy Information Administration reported that as of January 2024, renewable diesel and biofuel production capacity in the U.S. reached 4.3 billion gallons per year, up 1.3 billion gallons compared to 2023, largely driven by ethanol from corn. This expansion necessitates greater fertilizer usage to sustain soil health and crop growth. Furthermore, soil degradation and fluctuating climate patterns require specialized fertilizers to mitigate negative effects and enhance crop robustness.

The trend towards specialty and organic fertilizers is rapidly growing, propelled by consumer preferences for sustainably produced crops. Regulatory support, including federal incentives for sustainable agriculture and the organic food industry, fuels demand for bio-based and organic fertilizers. Improved microbial and plant-derived nutrient solutions provide eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic fertilizers without sacrificing productivity. Concurrently, investments in agricultural R&D foster advancements in fertilizer products, further propelling market growth.

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United States Fertilizer Market Segmentation

Analysis By Product Type:

• Chemical Fertilizer: Dominates with around 98.9% market share in 2024, offering nutrient enhancements for large-scale farming through nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium formulations.
• Biofertilizers: Noted as a segment but specific market share not provided.

Analysis By Product:

• Straight Fertilizers:
• Nitrogenous Fertilizers: Includes urea, calcium ammonium nitrate, ammonium nitrate, ammonium sulfate, anhydrous ammonia, and others; crucial for vegetative growth and yield enhancement.
• Phosphatic Fertilizers: Mono-ammonium phosphate (MAP), di-ammonium phosphate (DAP), single super phosphate (SSP), triple super phosphate (TSP), and others; important for root development and energy processes.
• Potash Fertilizers: Muriate of potash (MoP) and sulfate of potash (SoP); strengthen crop resilience and quality.
• Secondary Macronutrient Fertilizers: Calcium, magnesium, and sulfur fertilizers; address soil deficiencies and productivity.
• Micronutrient Fertilizers: Zinc, manganese, copper, iron, boron, molybdenum, and others; vital for optimal plant health.
• Complex Fertilizers: Included but detailed analysis not specified.
• Straight fertilizers hold roughly 71.0% market share in 2024.

Analysis By Product Form:

• Dry: Holds approximately 86.5% market share in 2024; popular due to cost-effectiveness, storage ease, and wide applicability with slow-release properties.
• Liquid: Present in the market; specific share not provided.

Analysis By Crop Type:

• Grains and Cereals: Lead with about 52.0% market share in 2024; major consumers include corn, wheat, and barley requiring significant nitrogen, phosphatic, and potash fertilizers.
• Pulses and Oilseeds: Included but specific details not provided.
• Fruits and Vegetables: Included; importance in specialty crop fertilization.
• Flowers and Ornamentals: Included with specific fertilizer requirements.
• Others: Additional crops included.

Regional Insights

The Midwest region dominates the United States fertilizer market due to extensive cultivation of grains and oilseeds such as corn and soybeans, driving high fertilizer demand. Nitrogenous fertilizers are predominant here, supporting cereal growth, while potash and phosphate fertilizers enhance crop quality and yield. Precision agriculture is widely adopted to optimize nutrient management. This region's leadership in row crop production secures its position as the largest fertilizer consumer in the country.

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Recent Developments & News

In January 2025, Michigan Potash secured a USD 1.26 billion loan from the U.S. Department of Energy to boost domestic natural fertilizer production. September 2024 saw Itafos expand into the Brazil market by opening an office in Bahia, contributing 20% of sales expected to rise to 30% by end of 2025. Also in September 2024, AdvanSix received a USD 12 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to support advanced fertilizer production and strengthen domestic supply chains. In August 2024, Phospholutions partnered with Toros Agri to begin commercial production of its phosphate-based RhizoSorb fertilizer.

Key Players

• CF Industries Holdings, Inc.
• Haifa Group
• ICL Group Ltd
• Koch Industries Inc.
• Nutrien Ltd.
• Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA
• The Andersons Inc.
• The Mosaic Company
• Wilbur-Ellis Company LLC
• Yara International ASA

Competitive Landscape

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