Demand for Microalgae in Fertilizer Sector will Rise at 8.7% CAGR Spurred by increasing use of Bio-Fertilizers: Future Market Insights finds in Latest Survey USA – English
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Posted on September 17, 2021
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Microalgae demand in fertilizers will grow at 8.7% CAGR, driven by bio-fertilizers and organic farming. Marine water microalgae is a key growth area.
Microalgae Fertilizer Demand to Rise at 8.7% CAGR
As per a study by FMI, the demand for microalgae in fertilizer sector is expected to rise at a CAGR of 8.7% during the forecast period. The market is expected to surpass a valuation of US$9479 thousand, exhibiting a year on year growth of over 7.7% in 2021.
According to a study by FMI, the global demand for microalgae in fertilizer sector grew at a CAGR of 5.2% during the historical period of 2016-2020 owing to improved organic farming and increasing implementation of bio-fertilizers.
Improvement in technology used for sustainable farming is expected to shift focus from microalgae sourced from freshwater to species derived from marine water due to the ample availability of the latter. The demand for marine water microalgae in fertilizers sector is expected to rise at a CAGR of 12.1% during the forecast period of 2021 to 2031.
Rise in organic farming owing to increasing adoption of organic food consumption is driving the market towards bio-fertilizers. This is in turn is boosting the demand for use of microalgae in fertilizer formulations.
There has been a considerable shift towards environmental friendly agriculture practices to enhance productivity of crop, quality of crop, and improve soil stability. Key manufacturers are thus investing in research and development (R&D) activities to boost their sales and expand consumer base.
“Key players in the global microalgae in fertilizer sector are actively focusing on overcoming problems associated with chemical fertilizer and they are investing in R&D activities to innovate novel products. Through this, they aim at gaining competitive advantage,” says the FMI analyst.
Agricultural herbicides segment is expected to hold 41% of the market in 2021 and rise at a CAGR of 7.5% during the forecast period owing to its increasing application in boosting crop yield.
Fresh water sources of microalgae will hold a dominant share of 81.2% in 2021 and project a rise of 7.7% CAGR as more preferred source of microalgae in the fertilizer sector.
Spirulina microalgae is expected to hold dominant share of 43.4% during 2021 as it is extensively used in fertilizers to improve plant growth and crop yield.
India will remain a key market in Asia Pacific and is expected to clock a growth rate of 10.0% CAGR during the forecast period backed by modernization in agricultural sector.
Key Drivers
The demand for bio-fertilizers is increasing as farmers look for novel methods to maintain soil fertility in sustainable manner. The shift of consumer preference is boosting demand for environmental friendly solutions including microalgae ingredients.
Government support to the agricultural industry in the form of granting funds for raw materials, agrochemicals, seeds, fertilizers, and other products will encourage demand for microalgae in fertilizer sector.
Consumers are adopting a healthier approach towards their lifestyle and habits. This has resulted in demand for healthy and organic foods, hence bolstering demand for bio-fertilizers to improve the quality of food. This will bode well for the market in the long run.
Key Restrains
Climate change and abiotic stresses will act as a restrain in the demand for microalgae in fertilizer sector in numerous countries.
Non-availability and lack of awareness will hamper larger adoption of microalgae in fertilizer sector during the forecast period.
The key players operating in the global microalgae in fertilizer sector are focusing on expanding their product portfolio to cater the agricultural requirements of farmers worldwide as it is increasingly becoming popular in fertilizer sector.
Rising prevalence of organic food consumption is boosting demand for organic farming. This is expected to encourage manufacturers to increase investment in research and development focusing on microalgae and fertilizers.
Various new players are entering the market, hence reducing the gap between demand and supply. Product launches are therefore gaining momentum in the market. For instance:
HyFlexFuel in June 2021, launched biocrudes from biomasses including microalgae, manure, food waste, and others. Meanwhile, VegaAlga is expected to establish sustainable agricultural ecosystem by incorporating microalgae based fertilizers.
The key companies operating in the global microalgae in fertilizer sector market profiled by FMI are
DIC Corporation
Cyanotech Corporation
Koninkliijke DSM NV
Roquette Frères
BASF SE
Fuji Chemical Industries Co., Ltd.
Parry Nutraceuticals
BGG (Beijing Gingko Group)
KDI Ingredients
Sinoway Industrial Co., ltd.
INNOBIO Corporation Limited
Algenol
Algix
Allmicroalgae
Cellana LLC
Nikken Sohonsha Corp
Algaenergy
Inner Mongolia Rejuve Biotech Co. Ltd.
Algatec (Lusoamoreiras)
Nikken Sohonsha
Algatechnologies Ltd.
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•Microalgae demand in fertilizers to grow at 8.7% CAGR.
•Marine water microalgae expected to rise at 12.1% CAGR.
•Organic farming boosts bio-fertilizer market.
•India to see 10% CAGR growth in microalgae use.
•Key players focus on R&D for innovative solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions about Demand for Microalgae in Fertilizer Sector will Rise at 8.7% CAGR Spurred by increasing use of Bio-Fertilizers: Future Market Insights finds in Latest Survey USA – English 
1What is the main topic?
The article discusses the rising demand for microalgae in the fertilizer sector, projected to grow at an 8.7% CAGR.
2Why is microalgae demand increasing?
The demand is driven by the shift towards bio-fertilizers and sustainable farming practices.
3What is the expected growth for marine water microalgae?
Marine water microalgae demand is expected to grow at a 12.1% CAGR from 2021 to 2031.