Saudi Arabia Fertilizer Market Overview, 2029

Saudi Arabia, a country known for its wide deserts and agricultural miracles, has a robust fertiliser sector that supports the country's dedication to sustainable and efficient agriculture. As the government aspires to attain food self-sufficiency and minimise reliance on imports, the Saudi fertiliser market plays an important role in delivering necessary nutrients for crops and increasing agricultural output. Saudi Arabia, with its diversified agricultural environment and changing soil conditions, provides a vast selection of fertilisers customised to the individual demands of various crops and farming techniques. From nitrogen-based fertilisers that encourage vigorous plant growth to phosphorus and potassium-rich formulas that stimulate root development and fruiting, the industry offers a diversity of solutions to meet Saudi Arabia's agricultural sector's specific needs. Water management and conservation are key components in sustainable agriculture in a nation with desert and severe climatic conditions. As a result, the Saudi fertiliser industry also provides specialised products such as water-soluble fertilisers and slow-release formulations that optimise nutrient absorption while minimising environmental effect. In keeping with the country's dedication to environmental sustainability, organic and bio-based fertilisers that enrich the soil and encourage natural nutrient cycles are in high demand. To meet this need, the industry offers a variety of organic fertilisers produced from natural sources, including as animal dung, compost, and bio-stimulants. Precision agricultural practises are gaining hold in Saudi Arabia as technology innovations continue to transform the business. Fustigation and foliar application are two modern fertilisation strategies being used by farmers to maximise nutrient effectiveness and minimise waste. The Saudi fertiliser market continues at the forefront of promoting sustainable food production and supporting the country's ambitious agricultural goals, with a focus on innovation, quality, and responsible agriculture. As Saudi Arabia works to secure food security and decrease its environmental imprint, the fertiliser market plays an important role in supplying the key nutrients that support the agricultural sector's growth and prosperity.
According to the research report, "Saudi Arabia Market Outlook, 2029," published by Bonafide Research, the Saudi Arabia market is anticipated to add to more than USD 440 Million by 2024–29. The fertilizer market in Saudi Arabia is experiencing steady growth, driven by the country's efforts to enhance agricultural productivity and achieve food security in its challenging desert environment. With a strong focus on modern farming techniques such as greenhouse cultivation and drip irrigation, the demand for nitrogen-based fertilizers, particularly urea and ammonium sulfate, remains high, especially for key crops like wheat, barley, and vegetables. Emerging trends include a shift towards sustainable and eco-friendly fertilizers, spurred by Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 initiative, which promotes sustainable agriculture. This has led to increased interest in organic fertilizers and products designed to reduce soil salinity and improve water retention, crucial for farming in arid regions. The adoption of precision agriculture technologies is also rising, helping farmers optimize fertilizer application for better efficiency and reduced environmental impact.

In Saudi Arabia, the by-product segment of the fertilizer market is showing robust growth, driven by the increasing need to enhance crop productivity in the country’s arid conditions. Nitrogenous fertilizers like urea and ammonium sulfate (AS) dominate the market, with urea being the most widely used due to its high nitrogen content, which is essential for improving yields in cereal crops such as wheat and barley. Ammonium sulfate is also in demand, providing both nitrogen and sulfur, which are crucial for crop nutrition in the region's challenging soils. Calcium ammonium nitrate (CAN) and ammonium nitrate (AN) are gaining traction for their ability to provide quick nitrogen release, helping farmers meet the needs of crops in short growing seasons. Phosphorus-based fertilizers like diammonium phosphate (DAP) and monoammonium phosphate (MAP) are critical for boosting root development and overall crop health, especially in fruits and vegetables. Potassium chloride (MOP/KCl) is increasingly important due to the rising focus on improving crop quality and resistance to environmental stress, particularly for date palms and other high-value crops. Complex fertilizers, combining nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium (NPK), are becoming popular as they offer balanced nutrition tailored to specific crop needs.

In Saudi Arabia, the application segment of the fertilizer market is witnessing significant growth, with cereals and grains, vegetables and fruits, and oilseeds and pulses driving demand. The cereals and grains segment, particularly wheat and barley, accounts for a large share of fertilizer usage, as these crops are critical to the country’s food security goals. Nitrogen-based fertilizers, such as urea and ammonium sulfate, are widely applied to enhance yields in these staple crops. The vegetable and fruits segment is also growing rapidly due to the increased focus on greenhouse farming and advanced irrigation techniques to meet rising demand for locally produced food. High-value crops like tomatoes, cucumbers, and dates benefit from tailored fertilizer applications, especially phosphorus-based and potassium fertilizers, to improve crop quality and resilience in arid conditions. In the oilseeds and pulses segment, crops like sesame and pulses are gradually gaining traction, leading to higher demand for specific nutrient inputs. Additionally, the “others” category, which includes fodder crops like alfalfa, is critical for the livestock industry and is driving further fertilizer demand.

COVID-19 Impact
The COVID-19 pandemic had a mixed impact on Saudi Arabia’s fertilizer market, causing initial disruptions but also catalysing shifts toward more resilient and sustainable agricultural practices. In the early stages of the pandemic, global supply chain disruptions led to delays in fertilizer imports, increased shipping costs, and reduced availability of certain key fertilizers like urea and potassium chloride (MOP). These challenges were particularly felt during critical planting seasons, straining Saudi farmers who rely heavily on imported fertilizers to boost productivity in the country’s arid climate. However, the pandemic also highlighted the importance of food security, prompting the Saudi government to intensify efforts under its Vision 2030 initiative to enhance domestic agricultural production. This resulted in increased investment in local fertilizer production and a stronger focus on sustainable farming practices, such as precision agriculture and the use of eco-friendly fertilizers.





Considered in this report :
• Geography: Saudi Arabia
• Historic Year: 2018
• Base year: 2023
• Estimated year: 2024
• Forecast year: 2029


Aspects covered in this report :
• Saudi Arabia fertilizer market with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Application wise fertilizer consumption
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

By Nutrient in the report:
• Nitrogenous fertilizer (Urea, ammonium sulphate, CAN/ AN, others)
• Phosphate fertilizer (Di-ammonium phosphate, mono-ammonium phosphate, others)
• Potash fertilizer (Muriate of potash/potassium chloride, sulphate of potash others)
• Complex fertilizer (NPK, NK, PK, NP compounds)

By Product type in the report:
• Ammonium sulphate
• Urea
• Calcium ammonium nitrate/ Ammonium nitrate
• Di-ammonium phosphate (DAP)
• Mono-ammonium phosphate (MAP)
• Muriate of potash (MOP)/ (KCl)
• Complex (NPK, NK, PK, NP)
• Others (Potassium nitrate, Other Potasic fertilizer)
• Others (Phosphate rock, superphosphate, other Phosphatic fertilizer)
• Others (UAN, Sodium nitrate, Ammonia anhydrous, Others nitrogenous fertilizers)

By Application in the report:
• Vegetable & Fruits
• Cereals & Grains
• Oilseeds & Pulses
• Others

The approach of the report:
This report consists of a combined approach of primary as well as secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and listing out the companies that are present in the market. The secondary research consists of third party sources such as press releases, annual report of companies, analysing the government generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources primary research was conducted by making telephonic interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducted trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting consumers in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us we have started verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience
This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations & organizations related to fertilizer industry, government bodies and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing & presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.