Biostimulants Formulation Material Market Size - By Material Type, Application Method, Form, Crop Type, Industry Analysis, Share, Growth Forecast, 2025 - 2034

Biostimulants Formulation Material Market Size

According to a recent study by Global Market Insights Inc., the global biostimulants formulation material market reached USD 1.05 billion in 2024. The market is expected to grow from USD 1.1 billion in 2025 to USD 1.85 billion in 2034, at a CAGR of 5.9%.

• The biostimulants formulation material market is undergoing significant upward movement gaining momentum from the global promotion of sustainability in agriculture and the need to increase crop productivity.  The upward growth is also due to the move toward natural and biological agricultural solutions and the supporting regulatory environment in which sustainable agricultural inputs are promoted.
   
• Natural polysaccharides lead the market with 38.7% share in 2024, but this is slowly waning due to the traction of active ingredient platforms and stabilizers. Active ingredient platforms are currently expected to grow at the fastest rate at 6.8% as innovation will occur and more targeted biostimulants solutions will continue to develop for years to come.
   
• Foliar application systems are the most common way of application and has been used nearly half the marketplace whereas, seed treatment and soil application materials are gaining traction at a time when technology creates change in formulations and more effective and targeted delivery systems have become more prevalent on the marketplace.
   
• Liquid formulation materials own the largest share of 61.6% of the market, and as ease of application, compatibility with current agricultural equipment and better efficacy continues to occur, liquid materials will continue to take more market share. Fruits and vegetables are the largest crop type segments and reflect the high value and management intensity of these crops. Cereals and grains are expected to grow as improvements in refining yields, yield variability, and resilience are required for staple crops.
   
• Europe takes the lead, accounting for 36.7% in the market by 2024 despite some decline in the share as the growth rates of Asia-pacific and North America are higher.  Asia-pacific in particular continues to emerge as a strong growth engine that benefits from the rapid growth of the agricultural sector as well as the increasing awareness of sustainable practices.  Overall, the market remains influenced by innovation, sustainability, and the emergence of new advanced, crop-specific products.
   

Biostimulants Formulation Material Market Trends

• Shift to natural and sustainable ingredients is a major trend is the shifting to natural polysaccharides, seaweed extracts, and microbial-based materials. Consumer demand for food free of residues, regulatory requirements to reduce chemical inputs, and sustainability dictated farming practices have propelled this shift. Companies are investing in R&D to create sustainable, biodegradable and very impactful biostimulants products making them the forefront leaders for a truly sustainable alternative.
   
• There has been a shift toward highly customized and crop-specific biostimulants formulations. Companies are using the most sophisticated research and data analysis to create products that are tailored specifically to a given crop, soil, and climate. This will enhance product efficacy, give added percentages in yield improvements and premium pricing, while helping to build stronger relationships with growers seeking the most customized and high-value solutions to their agricultural needs.
   

Biostimulants Formulation Material Market Analysis

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Based on material type, the market is segmented into natural polysaccharides, stabilizers and adjuvants, and active ingredient platforms. Active ingredient platforms holds a significant share at a valuation of USD 416.5 million in 2024.
 

• Active ingredients platforms are the fastest growing sector, accounting for 39.7% in 2024 and reaching 43% by 2034. This sector is expected to grow with a strong CAGR of 6.8%. The growth will be due to the increasing demand for novel formulations and solutions across multiple industries. 
   
• Stabilizers and adjuvants are estimated to grow at CAGR of 7.4% as it ensure stability, shelf-life, and effectiveness for the multiple biostimulants formulations. Stabilizers keep the active ingredients safe from degradation, while adjuvants such as surfactants and emulsifiers improve delivery, absorption, and compatibility with other agrochemicals. These additives provide homogeneity in any formulation and improve complete functionality for biostimulants across various agricultural applications.
   
• Natural polysaccharides have a large share of the market, accounting for 38.7% in 2024, estimated to grow with a CAGR 3.9% due to increased competition from the much faster growing advanced ingredient platforms.  
   

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Based on forms, the biostimulants formulation material market is segmented into liquid formulation materials and dry formulation materials.
 

• Liquid formulation materials are expected to dominate the market, which is expected to expand from USD 646.3 million in 2024 to USD 1.22 billion by 2034 driven by strong CAGR of 6.6%. The strong demand for user-friendly formulations that are highly soluble in the marketplace form multiple industries as well as the continued innovation in liquid delivery systems is contributing to the growth in the market.
   
• Dry formulation materials will continue to grow although dry formulations will lose some market share with a lower CAGR of 4.6%. Dry formulations are still an important area of the market when it comes to applications requiring stability and extended shelf-life. The market clearly shows an inclination towards liquid formulations due to innovation and industry changes, while dry formulations, while still significant, will likely continue a relative decline.
   

Based on application methods, the biostimulants formulation material market is segmented into seed treatment formulation materials, foliar application systems, soil application materials, and others.
 

• Foliar application systems remains the clear leader of the application segment, accounting for 47.2% of the total market in 2024. Foliar systems are projected to grow from USD 495.8 million in 2024 to USD 834.2 million in 2034 at a CAGR of 5.4%. This segment is significant as growers are transitioning to applying foliar sprays for nutrient delivery and crop protection, and it appears to be a more sustainable and targeted approach.
   
• Soil application materials are also a sizable and growing segment accounting for 27.8% of total market in 2024. The market for soil application materials is supported by a strong CAGR of 6.7%. Soil health and root zone management are becoming increasingly important for producing healthy crops.
   
• Seed treatment formulation materials is the fastest growing segment at a strong CAGR of 7.1% as growers are increasingly using seed treatments for early-age crop protection and for yield improvement.
   

Based on the crop type the biostimulants formulation material market is segmented into cereals and grains, fruits and vegetables, and other.  
 

• The growth of cereals and grains reflects the rapidly evolving need for sustainable intensifications in staple crop production, as farmers seek to increase yields and resilience in the face of climate stress, reduce dependence on synthetic inputs. The uptake of biostimulants in cereals and grains is also supported by food security on a global scale and the movement towards more sustainable agricultural practices.
   
• Fruits and vegetables remain the largest segment, but their share is slowly declining from 48.6% in 2024, with a CAGR of 4.6%.
   
• The dominance of fruits and vegetables reflects the high value given to crop quality, appearance, and shelf life in horticultural crops, and biostimulants are frequently used in these segments to optimize nutrient uptake, improve stress tolerance, and meet marketplace standards.
   
• The Others category, comprised of specialty and non-traditional crops, is the fastest growing segment, at a 7.1% CAGR, which demonstrates that biostimulants will have expanding applications in a range of differing crops, due to innovation and a demand for precision in contemporary agriculture.
   

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U.S. dominated the biostimulants formulation material market in North America with around 80.1% share and generated USD 175.5 million in revenue in 2024.
 

• The U.S. Market for biostimulants formulation materials benefits from high levels of research, regulatory support, and an emphasis on sustainable agriculture. Natural polysaccharides are the most prominent, largely owing to market demand for environmentally compatible and effective solutions for improved crop production.
   
• Stabilizers and adjuvants are important for product stability and compatibility with existing agrochemical systems due to the U.S. Highly industrialized and technology-driven farming systems. In the U.S., the majority of active ingredient-based platforms will use microbial inoculants, amino acids, and seaweed extracts denoting a growing trend toward biologicals and precision agriculture. Further growth is reshaping the market as competition and the presence of global suppliers have established fast-track distribution networks.
   
• The U.S. Hold the strong dominance in the market as consumer demand for organic and sustainably produced food is constantly growing leading to new microbial biostimulants formulation materials being developed, which elevates the U.S. Biostimulants formulation to a new level as a leader in technological development and adoption of biostimulants.
   

The biostimulants formulation material market in India is projected to experience robust and sustained growth from 2025 to 2034.
 

• The development of biostimulants formulation materials market is gaining traction in India to allow for solutions to sustainable crop productivity with durability. Natural polysaccharides, especially those derived from seaweed and guar gum that can be sourced locally, can be developed at low cost, and align nicely with organic practices.
   
• There is also a growing trend to incorporate both stabilizers and adjuvants to enhance product performance under the variable climatic situations and also as a mechanism to improve shelf-life. Platforms for active ingredients in India generally consist of plant extracts, humic substances, and beneficial microbes; resulting in formulations that reflect their own challenges related to soil fertility and crop stresses that are particular to the great posterity of Indian agriculture.
   
• There has been a recent acceleration of interest in biostimulants due to government initiatives emphasizing organic agriculture and having to do less damage chemically. Some local manufacturers are developing their own, more tailored regional specific formulations, while some companies from other countries are entering the India market.
   

The biostimulants formulation material market in Germany is forecasted to optimistic growth between 2025 and 2034.
 

• Germany is a leader in biostimulants formulation materials with a firm commitment to sustainable agriculture and environmental regulation. The use of natural polysaccharides like cellulose derivatives and pectin’s is predominant, especially for the biostimulants sector, due to the biodegradability and effectiveness of these products to improve soil structure and plant health.
   
• Stabilizers and adjuvants reflect the importance of stability, the ability of biostimulants to work in conjunction with integrated pest management regimes. The active ingredient groupings in Germany focuses on microbial inoculants, amino acids, seaweed extracts, and others that continue to evolve, supported by a focus on solutions based on science and innovation.
   
• There are state-sponsored research institutions in Germany that support green technology, and there is also a well-developed organic farming sector in Germany. Academic, scientific and industry collaboration for biostimulants materials is continuous, supporting advanced development iterations and market access.
   
• These conditions also create a potential opportunity for biostimulants formulations that are free from residues and that enable organic food production. These considerations help to elevate Germany and its farmers as leaders in sustainable crop input solutions.
   

The biostimulants formulation material market in Brazil is projected to undergo remarkable and steady growth from 2025 to 2034.
 

• The Brazilian market for biostimulants formulation materials has high growth potential and continuing to grow quickly. The Agri-ecological characteristics of Brazil, the large proportion of land dedicated to agriculture, and desire to produce more sustainably, are all crucial to this growth.
   
• Natural polysaccharide biostimulants formulation materials, derived from sugar cane and seaweed, are quite common to stimulate soil health, and enhance water retention. Stabilizers and adjuvants are typically needed in Brazilian formulations, and they play an important role in maintaining activity when products are applied under tropical and distinctly dynamic climatic conditions.
   
• Active ingredient platforms based on extracts, humic acids, and beneficial microbial inoculants, are typically intended to be contextually appropriate products to address the unique agronomic challenges posed by tropical agriculture including soil degradation and pest pressures. With government support for sustainable farming practices, increasing cultivation of high-value crops soybeans, coffee, and fruits, still drives demand for a variety of new and unique biostimulants formulation materials.
   

Saudi Arabia’s biostimulants formulation material market is set to experience dynamic and substantial expansion during the period from 2025 to 2034.
 

• The biostimulants formulations materials market in Saudi Arabia is taking shape and continues to grow, a reflection of the country’s specific climatic differences and challenges and determination to produce food for the nation. Natural polysaccharides for formulations are being extensively implemented to improve soil water holding capacity and improve crop resilience to withstand arid conditions.
   
• Consolidators and agents are important in providing product integrity since biostimulants formulations have to deal with extreme performance climate conditions, high tolerance to soil salinity, and protect crops against extreme temperatures.
   
• Active ingredient platforms in Saudi Arabia also regularly use plant extracts, amino acids and microbial inoculants and other substances meant to promote crop productivity and their tolerance to abiotic stress situations in desert Agro-ecosystems.
   
• The biostimulants market in Saudi Arabia is being driven by multi-nation collaborations with overseas technology providers and research investment focus on finding products and solutions for region-specific agricultural production. Product development and scaling biostimulants products for sale on the market is occurring, it will take outreach and education programs, marketing efforts and farmer engagement and training to change the awareness and package acceptability of biostimulants.
   

Biostimulants Formulation Material Market Share

• The top 5 companies in the market include BASF SE, Syngenta AG, UPL Limited, Novozymes A/S, and Valagro S.p.A. representing around 40.3% of the market in 2024.
   
• These companies compete on the basis of product innovation, sustainability, and efficacy, investing heavily in R&D to develop advanced, eco-friendly formulations. Strategic partnerships, mergers, and acquisitions are common, enabling firms to expand their portfolios and global reach.
   
• The market is also shaped by evolving regulatory frameworks, with companies striving to meet stringent standards in key regions like the EU and North America. Digital agriculture platforms and tailored solutions for specific crops and climates further intensify competition.
   
• As demand for sustainable agriculture rises, companies are focusing on farmer education, technical support, and value-added services to differentiate themselves. This dynamic landscape fosters rapid innovation and accelerates the adoption of biostimulants technologies worldwide.
   

Biostimulants Formulation Material Market Companies

BASF SE: BASF will have a particular emphasis on innovation, sustainability, and digital farming solutions. BASF make biostimulants products that will improve crop yield, resilience, and soil health in sustainable farms all over the world. A large and diverse company in the manufacturing of all chemical things, BASF is a global leader in agricultural solutions that includes biostimulants.
 

Syngenta AG: Syngenta AG is a global agribusiness company in Switzerland that strives to be the best at crop protection and seeds. In acquiring Valagro, Syngenta has enhanced its portfolio of biostimulants that provide advanced solutions for improving plant growth, stress tolerance and productivity.
 

UPL Ltd: UPL Limited is a multinational agricultural company based in India that provides crop protection, seeds, and sustainable agricultural solutions. UPL's portfolio of biostimulants helps crops improve their health, nutrient efficiency and stress management. UPL has a presence in over 130 countries and is cooperating with people to produce innovation; advanced products that promote sustainable farming practices that are environmentally sound for world food production.
 

Novozymes A/S: Novozymes is the leading company in the world for biological solutions pertaining to enzymes and microbes in agriculture. Biostimulants manufactured by the company are among the products whose working mechanisms follow natural processes, thereby enhancing plant growth, nutrient uptake, and soil health.
 

Valagro S.p.A: Valagro S.p.A, an Italian company now part of the Syngenta Group, research and produce biostimulants and specialty nutrients to commercialize for sale. Known for its science-based approach, Valagro markets innovative solutions for crop performance, quality, and resistance.
 

Biostimulants Formulation Materials Industry News

• In June 2025, the Indian Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare revised the Fertilizer Control Order to also regulate biostimulants, microbial formulations, and biochemical fertilizers. The specifications provide an actual rate of composition, permissible ingredients and packaging, and dosage for humic acids, seaweed extracts, botanical extracts, protein hydrolysates, and microbial consortia.
   
• In March 2024, UPM Biochemicals introduced UPM Solargo, a new bio-based plant-biostimulants range, to enable sustainable agriculture. UPM Solargo is developed from renewable lignin and enhances the quality of the soil microbiome, water retention, and nutrient uptake by the plant, whilst increasing the reliance of growers on biostimulants to decrease their use of fossil-based fertilizers.
   

The biostimulants formulation material market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecasts in terms of revenue (USD Mn) and volume (Tons) from 2021 to 2034, for the following segments:

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Market, by Material Type

• Natural polysaccharides
• Stabilizers and adjuvants
• Active ingredient platforms
  • Seaweed extract formulation materials
  • Humic and fulvic acid derivatives
  • Amino acid and protein hydrolysate bases
  • Microbial encapsulation materials

Market, by Form

• Liquid formulation materials
  • Emulsifiers and solubilizers
  • Suspension agents and thickeners
  • Preservatives and antimicrobial agents
  • Freeze-thaw stabilizers
• Dry formulation materials
  • Granulation and pelletization aids
  • Anti-caking and flow enhancement agents
  • Dust control and handling improvers
  • Moisture barrier coatings

Market, by Application Method

• Seed treatment formulation materials
  • Coating materials and binders
  • Adhesion promoters and film formers
  • Colorants and identification systems
  • Protective encapsulation materials
• Foliar application systems
  • Spray adjuvants and penetration enhancers
  • Anti-drift and deposition aids
  • UV protectants and stability enhancers
  • Compatibility agents for tank mixing
• Soil application materials
  • Granulation aids and binding agents
  • Slow-release coating systems
  • Soil penetration enhancers
  • Moisture management materials
• Others

Market, by Crop Type

• Cereals and grains
• Fruits and vegetables
• Others

The above information is provided for the following regions and countries:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • South Korea
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Argentina
  • Rest of Europe
• MEA
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Egypt
  • Rest Of Europe