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Africa Biofertilizer Market SIZE & SHARE ANALYSIS - GROWTH TRENDS & FORECASTS UP TO 2029

The Africa Biofertilizer 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). The report offers market size in both market value in USD and market volume in metric ton. Further, the report includes market split by form and various crop types.

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svg icon Study Period 2017 - 2029
svg icon Market Size (2024) USD 226.59 Million
svg icon Market Size (2029) USD 354.28 Million
svg icon Largest Share by Form Rhizobium
svg icon CAGR (2024 - 2029) 9.35 %
svg icon Largest Share by Country Egypt
svg icon Market Concentration Low

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*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order.

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Africa Biofertilizer Market Analysis

The Africa Biofertilizer Market size is estimated at 226.59 million USD in 2024, and is expected to reach 354.28 million USD by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 9.35% during the forecast period (2024-2029).

226.59 Million

Market Size in 2024 (USD)

354.28 Million

Market Size in 2029 (USD)

5.02 %

CAGR (2017-2023)

9.35 %

CAGR (2024-2029)

Largest by Form

45.72 %

value share, Rhizobium, 2023

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Rhizobium is a soil bacteria that aids leguminous plants in nitrogen fixation, potentially replacing commercial N fertilizers. Rhizobium increases agricultural productivity.

Fastest by Form

9.59 %

Projected CAGR, Rhizobium, 2024-2029

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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.

Largest by Crop Type

76.43 %

value share, Row Crops, 2023

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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.

Largest by Country

4.36 %

value share, Egypt, 2023

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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.

Leading Market Player

1.54 %

market share, Rizobacter, 2022

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The company provides biofertilizers for plant growth that are based on natural nutrition provided by selected microorganisms that are already present in the soil.

  • 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
  • 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 Trends

8,34,000 organic producers are in the region's organic sector with Tunisia is having more organic land

  • Organic farming takes two forms in Africa: certified and uncertified. Only 0.2% of organic agricultural land may be certified in Africa. However, most organic farmers are not certified. Many certified farmers aim to export their products, with the majority being exported to the European Union, Africa's largest agricultural market. In contrast, non-certified organic farmers aim to sell their produce from home. In 2022, the area of organic agricultural land in Africa was over 1.2 million ha, representing 9.0% of the total organic agricultural area worldwide.
  • In the African region, key organic crops include nuts, olives, coffee, cocoa, oilseeds, and cotton. Cash crops occupied a major share of organic agricultural land, accounting for 63.2% in 2022, with 817.4 thousand hectares. Row crops held the second-largest share of organic acreage, i.e., about 25.6%, accounting for 331.2 thousand hectares in the same year. Horticultural crops accounted for 11.2% of the organic acreage, with 144.9 thousand ha in 2022.
  • In 2020, there were nearly 834,000 organic producers in Africa. The countries with the highest number of organic producers were Ethiopia (almost 220,000), Tanzania (nearly 149,000), and Uganda (over 139,000).
  • In terms of area, Tunisia has the largest organic area under cultivation (more than 290,000 ha in 2020). The island state of São Tomé and Príncipe has the region's highest percentage of land devoted to organic farming, i.e., 20.7%.
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Per capita spending on organic product predominant in Egypt, South Africa, and Nigeria countries

  • Africa's per capita income is consistently increasing, encouraging people to spend more on nutritious food. Organic foods and beverages are gaining more shelf space in the region. 
  • In Africa, consumption of organic products increased significantly, especially in Egypt, South Africa, and Nigeria. In 2021, the per capita consumption of organic products accounted for USD 55.5 in Egypt, followed by South Africa with USD 7.1. Within Africa, Uganda was an early adopter of organic farming and successfully established itself as a significant producer and exporter of organic products.
  • In the African region, the commonly consumed organic products include fresh vegetables and fruits. Significant efforts have been made to mainstream organic agriculture into policy, national extension systems, marketing, and value chain development, thus gaining consumer attention.
  • With the increasing per capita consumption of beverages, primarily fruit juices, growing health awareness, and consumers shifting toward organic food and drinks that do not contain chemical ingredients, the demand for organic food is expected to increase during the forecast period. 
  • Though organic foods currently account for a small portion of the food industry, they are gaining popularity among African consumers. However, low-income levels, lack of organic standards, and other infrastructure for local market certification may restrain the growth of the organic food market in the region.
Africa Biofertilizer Market

Africa Biofertilizer Industry Overview

The Africa Biofertilizer Market is fragmented, with the top five companies occupying 2.29%. 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 Biofertilizer Market Leaders

  1. Biolchim SPA

  2. IPL Biologicals Limited

  3. Microbial Biological Fertilizers International

  4. Rizobacter

  5. T. Stanes and Company Limited

Africa Biofertilizer Market Concentration

Other important companies include Atlántica Agrícola, Mapleton Agri Biotec Pt. Ltd, Valent Biosciences LLC, Vegalab SA.

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order.

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Africa Biofertilizer 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.

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Along with the report, We also offer a comprehensive and exhaustive data pack on Areas under organic cultivation, one of the key trends that affect the market size of agricultural biologicals. This data pack also includes areas under cultivation by crop types, such as Row Crops (Cereals, Pulses, and Oilseeds), Horticultural Crops (Fruits and Vegetables), and Cash Crops in North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America and Africa.

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Africa Biofertilizer 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

      1. 2.3.1. Egypt

      2. 2.3.2. Iran

      3. 2.3.3. Nigeria

      4. 2.3.4. South Africa

    4. 2.4. Value Chain & Distribution Channel Analysis

  5. 3. MARKET SEGMENTATION (includes market size in Value in USD and Volume, Forecasts up to 2029 and analysis of growth prospects)

    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 (includes Global Level Overview, Market Level Overview, Core Business Segments, Financials, Headcount, Key Information, Market Rank, Market Share, Products and Services, and Analysis of Recent Developments).

      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

List of Tables & Figures

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Africa Biofertilizer 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.

  • 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.  
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 - The average application rate is the average volume of biofertilizers applied per hectare of farmland in the respective region/country.
  • CROP TYPE - Crop type includes Row crops (Cereals, Pulses, Oilseeds), Horticultural Crops (Fruits and vegetables) and Cash Crops (Plantation Crops, Fibre Crops and Other Industrial Crops)
  • FUNCTION - The crop nutrition function of agricultural biological consists of various products that provide essential plant nutrients and enhance soil quality.
  • TYPE - Biofertilizers enhance soil quality by increasing the population of beneficial microorganisms. They help crops absorb nutrients from the environment.
Keyword Definition
Cash Crops​ Cash crops are non-consumable crops sold as a whole or part of the crop to manufacture end-products to make a profit.
Integrated Pest Management (IPM)​ IPM is an environment-friendly and sustainable approach to control pests in various crops. It involves a combination of methods, including biological controls, cultural practices, and selective use of pesticides.
Bacterial biocontrol agents​ Bacteria used to control pests and diseases in crops. They work by producing toxins harmful to the target pests or competing with them for nutrients and space in the growing environment. Some examples of commonly used bacterial biocontrol agents include Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt), Pseudomonas fluorescens, and Streptomyces spp.​
Plant Protection Product (PPP)​ A plant protection product is a formulation applied to crops to protect from pests, such as weeds, diseases, or insects. They contain one or more active substances with other co-formulants such as solvents, carriers, inert material, wetting agents or adjuvants formulated to give optimum product efficacy.​
Pathogen​ A pathogen is an organism causing disease to its host, with the severity of the disease symptoms.​
Parasitoids​ Parasitoids are insects that lay their eggs on or within the host insect, with their larvae feeding on the host insect. In agriculture, parasitoids can be used as a form of biological pest control, as they help to control pest damage to crops and decrease the need for chemical pesticides.​
Entomopathogenic Nematodes (EPN)​ Entomopathogenic nematodes are parasitic roundworms that infect and kill pests by releasing bacteria from their gut. Entomopathogenic nematodes are a form of biocontrol agents used in agriculture.​
Vesicular-arbuscular mycorrhiza (VAM)​ VAM fungi are mycorrhizal species of fungus. They live in the roots of different higher-order plants. They develop a symbiotic relationship with the plants in the roots of these plants.​
Fungal biocontrol agents​ Fungal biocontrol agents are the beneficial fungi that control plant pests and diseases. They are an alternative to chemical pesticides. They infect and kill the pests or compete with pathogenic fungi for nutrients and space.​
Biofertilizers​ Biofertilizers contain beneficial microorganisms that enhance soil fertility and promote plant growth.​
Biopesticides​ Biopesticides are natural/bio-based compounds used to manage agricultural pests using specific biological effects.​
Predators​ Predators in agriculture are the organisms that feed on pests and help control pest damage to the crops. Some common predator species used in agriculture include ladybugs, lacewings, and predatory mites.​
Biocontrol agents​ Biocontrol agents are living organisms used to control pests and diseases in agriculture. They are alternatives to chemical pesticides and are known for their lesser impact on the environment and human health.​
Organic Fertilizers​ Organic fertilizer is composed of animal or vegetable matter used alone or in combination with one or more non-synthetically derived elements or compounds used for soil fertility and plant growth.​
Protein hydrolysates (PHs)​ Protein hydrolysate-based biostimulants contain free amino acids, oligopeptides, and polypeptides produced by enzymatic or chemical hydrolysis of proteins, primarily from vegetal or animal sources.​
Biostimulants/Plant Growth Regulators (PGR)​ Biostimulants/Plant Growth Regulators (PGR) are substances derived from natural resources to enhance plant growth and health by stimulating plant processes (metabolism).​
Soil Amendments​ Soil Amendments are substances applied to soil that improve soil health, such as soil fertility and soil structure.​
Seaweed Extract​ Seaweed extracts are rich in micro and macronutrients, proteins, polysaccharides, polyphenols, phytohormones, and osmolytes. These substances boost seed germination and crop establishment, total plant growth and productivity.​
Compounds related to biocontrol and/or promoting growth (CRBPG)​ Compounds related to biocontrol or promoting growth (CRBPG)​ are the ability of a bacteria to produce compounds for phytopathogen biocontrol and plant growth promotion.​
Symbiotic Nitrogen-Fixing Bacteria​ Symbiotic nitrogen-fixing bacteria such as Rhizobium obtain food and shelter from the host, and in return, they help by providing fixed nitrogen to the plants.​
Nitrogen Fixation​ Nitrogen fixation is a chemical process in soil which converts molecular nitrogen into ammonia or related nitrogenous compounds.​
ARS (Agricultural Research Service)​ ARS is the U.S. Department of Agriculture's chief scientific in-house research agency. It aims to find solutions to agricultural problems faced by the farmers in the country.​
Phytosanitary Regulations​ Phytosanitary regulations imposed by the respective government bodies check or prohibit the importation and marketing of certain insects, plant species, or products of these plants to prevent the introduction or spread of new plant pests or pathogens.​
Ectomycorrhizae (ECM)​ Ectomycorrhiza (ECM) is a symbiotic interaction of fungi with the feeder roots of higher plants in which both the plant and the fungi benefit through the association for survival.​
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Africa Biofertilizer Market Research FAQs

The Africa Biofertilizer Market size is expected to reach USD 226.59 million in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 9.35% to reach USD 354.28 million by 2029.

In 2024, the Africa Biofertilizer Market size is expected to reach USD 226.59 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 2024, Egypt accounts for the largest share by country in the Africa Biofertilizer Market.

In 2023, the Africa Biofertilizer Market size was estimated at 226.59 million. The report covers the Africa Biofertilizer Market historical market size for years: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Africa Biofertilizer Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.

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