Africa Bio Fertilizer Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2023 - 2028)

The report covers Biofertilizer Companies in Africa and the market is segmented by Form (Azospirillum, Azotobacter, Mycorrhiza, Phosphate Solubilizing Bacteria, Rhizobium) , by Crop Type (Cash Crops, Horticultural Crops, Row Crops) and by Country (Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa)

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Africa Bio Fertilizers Market Size

Africa Biofertilizer Market Summary
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https://s3.mordorintelligence.com/study%20period/1629296433432_test~study_period_study_period.svg Study Period 2017 - 2029
https://s3.mordorintelligence.com/cagr/1629296433433_test~cagr_cagr.svg CAGR 9.25 %
https://s3.mordorintelligence.com/cagr/1629296433433_test~cagr_cagr.svg Market Concentration High
https://s3.mordorintelligence.com/hydraulic_fluids/1629285650767_test~hydraulic_fluids_hydraulic_fluids.svg Largest Share by Form Rhizobium
https://s3.mordorintelligence.com/globe/1629285706162_test~globe_globe.svg Largest Share by Country Egypt
https://s3.mordorintelligence.com/cagr/1629296433433_test~cagr_cagr.svg Market Concentration High

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*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Africa Bio Fertilizers Market Analysis

The Africa Biofertilizer Market is projected to register a CAGR of 9.25%

  • Rhizobium is the Largest Form : Rhizobium is a soil bacteria that aids leguminous plants in nitrogen fixation, potentially replacing commercial N fertilizers. Rhizobium increases agricultural productivity.
  • Rhizobium is the Fastest-growing Form : Rhizobium is mostly used for leguminous crops and can enhance output by 25 to 35% while reducing the overall chemical fertilizer requirement by 20 to 25% in some crops.
  • Row Crops is the Largest Crop Type : Corn, wheat, rice, and legumes are among the major row crops grown in the region. Rhizobium application dominates the row crop with 45.7% of the market value in 2022.
  • Egypt is the Largest Country : Egypt's major crops include rice, wheat, maize, cotton, and fruits and vegetables. Rhizobium is dominant in the country, they accounted for 39.1% of the market value in 2022.

Africa Bio Fertilizers Market Trends

This section covers the major market trends shaping the Africa Biofertilizer Market according to our research experts:

Rhizobium is the largest Form

  • Biofertilizers are living microorganisms that improve plant nutrition by mobilizing or increasing nutrient availability in soils. Mycorrhiza, Azospirillum, Azotobacter, Rhizobium, and phosphate-solubilizing bacteria are the most frequent microorganisms used as biofertilizers in agriculture.
  • Among these biofertilizers, Rhizobium is most widely used in Africa, accounting for 45.6% of the market in 2022 and valued at USD 87.5 million. Rhizobium is the most prominent nitrogen-fixing bacteria that live in the root nodules of leguminous plants and has a symbiotic relationship with plants.
  • Azospirillum accounted for the second-largest market share, valued at USD 43.8 million in 2022. Azospirillum-based biofertilizers promote plant vegetative growth by substituting 25-30% of plant nitrogen requirements.
  • Row crops dominated the biofertilizer market, valued at about USD 146.8 million and accounting for 76.5% of the consumption share in 2022, followed by horticultural crops, valued at USD 30.5 million. The market value of biofertilizers in row crops is constantly expanding. It increased by about 17.8% between 2017 and 2021. It is anticipated to increase by about 69.6% by the end of the forecast period, reaching USD 270.0 million.
  • The application of biofertilizers can reduce the use of chemical nitrogen fertilizers and the overall cost of cultivation. The demand for organic products in domestic and international markets is increasing, thus driving the demand for biofertilizers in the region.  
Africa Biofertilizer Market: Africa Biofertilizer Market, CAGR, %, By Form, 2023 - 2029

Egypt is the largest Country

  • As the demand for organically cultivated food grows in many African countries such as Egypt, Nigeria, and South Africa, Africa is a significant market for biofertilizers. During the historical period (2017-2022), the region's organically cultivated area expanded slightly, from 1.1 million hectares in 2017 to 1.3 million hectares in 2022. During the same period, the African biofertilizer market grew by 6.9%. Majorly cereal crops are produced in the region, like maize, wheat, and corn.
  • Rhizobium is the most often used biofertilizer in African countries, accounting for 45.6% of the market in 2022 and worth USD 87.5 million. Rhizobium is the most prominent nitrogen-fixing bacterium that resides in the root nodules of leguminous plants and has a symbiotic connection with plants.
  • In the Rest of Africa, in terms of area, Tunisia was the region's largest organic producer in 2021. Around 60 of the 250 organic product categories cultivated in Tunisia are exported, mostly olive oil, but also dates, aromatic and medicinal herbs, and certain vegetables and fruits. Tunisia ranks 30th in the world and first in Africa in terms of organic farming area certification, despite its small size.
  • The major countries and regions with organic agricultural acreage include the Rest of Africa, Egypt, and South Africa. In 2022, the Rest of Africa accounted for 95.0% of total organic agricultural acreage in Africa, with 1.2 million hectares. In the same year, Egypt accounted for 3.5%, with 45.1 thousand hectares, and South Africa accounted for 1.0%. with 12.6 thousand hectares.
  • The demand for biofertilizers is expected to rise during the forecast period owing to rising consumer interest in organic products. Farmers are becoming more aware of the disadvantages of relying on chemical inputs in agriculture and increasing organic acreage, which may also drive the market.
Africa Biofertilizer Market: Africa Biofertilizer Market, CAGR, %, By Country, 2023 - 2029

Africa Bio Fertilizers Industry Overview

The Africa Biofertilizer Market is fragmented, with the top five companies occupying 2.49%. The major players in this market are Biolchim SPA, IPL Biologicals Limited, Microbial Biological Fertilizers International, Rizobacter and T. Stanes and Company Limited (sorted alphabetically).

Africa Bio Fertilizers Market Leaders

  1. Biolchim SPA

  2. IPL Biologicals Limited

  3. Microbial Biological Fertilizers International

  4. Rizobacter

  5. T. Stanes and Company Limited

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

Africa Biofertilizer Market Concentration

Africa Bio Fertilizers Market News

  • January 2021: Heliae Agriculture and Rizobacter collaborate to develop Innovative Soil and Crop Nutrition Technologies that will help the company manufacture better and more efficient solutions, enhancing its product portfolio.
  • January 2021: Atlántica Agrícola's developed Micomix, a biostimulant composed primarily of mycorrhizal fungi, rhizobacteria, and chelated micronutrients. The presence and development of these microorganisms in the rhizosphere create a symbiotic relationship with the plant that favors the absorption of water and mineral nutrients and increases its tolerance to water and salt stress.

Africa Bio Fertilizers Market Report - Table of Contents

  1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & KEY FINDINGS

  2. REPORT OFFERS

  3. 1. INTRODUCTION

    1. 1.1. Study Assumptions & Market Definition

    2. 1.2. Scope of the Study

    3. 1.3. Research Methodology

  4. 2. KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS

    1. 2.1. Area Under Organic Cultivation

    2. 2.2. Per Capita Spending On Organic Products

    3. 2.3. Regulatory Framework

    4. 2.4. Value Chain & Distribution Channel Analysis

  5. 3. MARKET SEGMENTATION

    1. 3.1. Form

      1. 3.1.1. Azospirillum

      2. 3.1.2. Azotobacter

      3. 3.1.3. Mycorrhiza

      4. 3.1.4. Phosphate Solubilizing Bacteria

      5. 3.1.5. Rhizobium

      6. 3.1.6. Other Biofertilizers

    2. 3.2. Crop Type

      1. 3.2.1. Cash Crops

      2. 3.2.2. Horticultural Crops

      3. 3.2.3. Row Crops

    3. 3.3. Country

      1. 3.3.1. Egypt

      2. 3.3.2. Nigeria

      3. 3.3.3. South Africa

      4. 3.3.4. Rest Of Africa

  6. 4. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

    1. 4.1. Key Strategic Moves

    2. 4.2. Market Share Analysis

    3. 4.3. Company Landscape

    4. 4.4. Company Profiles

      1. 4.4.1. Atlántica Agrícola

      2. 4.4.2. Biolchim SPA

      3. 4.4.3. IPL Biologicals Limited

      4. 4.4.4. Mapleton Agri Biotec Pt. Ltd

      5. 4.4.5. Microbial Biological Fertilizers International

      6. 4.4.6. Rizobacter

      7. 4.4.7. T. Stanes and Company Limited

      8. 4.4.8. Valent Biosciences LLC

      9. 4.4.9. Vegalab SA

  7. 5. KEY STRATEGIC QUESTIONS FOR AGRICULTURAL BIOLOGICALS CEOS

  8. 6. APPENDIX

    1. 6.1. Global Overview

      1. 6.1.1. Overview

      2. 6.1.2. Porter's Five Forces Framework

      3. 6.1.3. Global Value Chain Analysis

      4. 6.1.4. Market Dynamics (DROs)

    2. 6.2. Sources & References

    3. 6.3. List of Tables & Figures

    4. 6.4. Primary Insights

    5. 6.5. Data Pack

    6. 6.6. Glossary of Terms

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  2. AFRICA BIOFERTILIZER MARKET SHARE(%), BY MAJOR PLAYERS, 2022

Africa Bio Fertilizers Industry Segmentation

Azospirillum, Azotobacter, Mycorrhiza, Phosphate Solubilizing Bacteria, Rhizobium are covered as segments by Form. Cash Crops, Horticultural Crops, Row Crops are covered as segments by Crop Type. Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa are covered as segments by Country.
Form
Azospirillum
Azotobacter
Mycorrhiza
Phosphate Solubilizing Bacteria
Rhizobium
Other Biofertilizers
Crop Type
Cash Crops
Horticultural Crops
Row Crops
Country
Egypt
Nigeria
South Africa
Rest Of Africa

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Market Definition

  • AVERAGE DOSAGE RATE - This refers to the average volume of biofertilizers applied per hectare of farmland in the respective region/country.
  • CROP TYPE - Row Crops: Cereals, Pulses, Oilseeds, and Forage Crops Horticulture: Fruits, and Vegetables, Cash Crops: Plantation Crops and Spices.
  • FUNCTIONS - Biofertilizer
  • MARKET ESTIMATION LEVEL - Market Estimations for various types of biofertilizers fertilizers has been done at the product-level.

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Africa Bio Fertilizers Market Research FAQs

The Africa Biofertilizer Market size is expected to reach USD 208.40 million in 2023 and grow at a CAGR of 9.25% to reach USD 354.28 million by 2029.

In 2023, the Africa Biofertilizer Market size is expected to reach USD 208.40 million.

Biolchim SPA, IPL Biologicals Limited, Microbial Biological Fertilizers International, Rizobacter and T. Stanes and Company Limited are the major companies operating in the Africa Biofertilizer Market.

In the Africa Biofertilizer Market, the Rhizobium segment accounts for the largest share by form.

In 2023, Egypt accounts for the largest share by country in the Africa Biofertilizer Market.

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