Report Code : CVMI300520251 | Published Date : May 30, 2025
1. Market Overview
Humic and fulvic acids are organic compounds derived from decomposed plant and animal matter, primarily through the natural humification process. These substances play a critical role in modern agriculture by enhancing soil fertility, improving nutrient uptake, and mitigating abiotic stress in crops. The global market for humic and fulvic acids is experiencing robust growth, driven by the increasing adoption of sustainable farming practices, regulatory restrictions on synthetic agrochemicals, and the need for high-efficiency soil amendments.
Key Trends:
- Soil Health Revolution: Farmers are increasingly using humic substances to combat soil degradation and improve water retention.
- Organic Farming Boom: The rise in organic agriculture, particularly in Europe and North America, is fueling demand.
- Technological Advancements: Nano-formulations and liquid extracts are gaining popularity for precision farming.
Industry Shift Drivers:
- Regulatory Push: Bans on chemical fertilizers in regions like the EU and India are accelerating adoption.
- Climate Change: Drought-prone areas are using humic acids to improve crop resilience.
- Consumer Awareness: Demand for residue-free produce is pushing growers toward organic inputs.
2. Market Size and Forecast
Year |
Market Value (USD Billion) |
Key Growth Drivers |
2019 |
0.8 |
Baseline market size |
2024 |
1.5 |
13.4% CAGR (2019–24) |
2031 |
3.6 |
14.1% CAGR (2024–31) |
Growth Projections:
- The market is expected to triple by 2031, driven by demand in Brazil, China, and the U.S.
- Fertilizer cost inflation (urea prices up 300% since 2021) is pushing farmers toward cost-effective alternatives.
- Sensitivity Analysis: A 20% increase in organic farming subsidies could boost the 2031 market to USD 4.1 billion.
3. Primary Market Drivers
A. Regulatory Support for Sustainable Agriculture
- EU Fertilizing Products Regulation (FPR): Humic acids are now classified as "Component Material Category 3" (CMC3), streamlining approvals.
- India’s Soil Health Card Scheme: Promotes humic-based products to reduce chemical fertilizer dependency.
- China’s Zero Fertilizer Growth Policy: Tax incentives for bio-stimulant adoption.
B. Soil Degradation Crisis
- 30% of global arable land is degraded (UNCCD).
- Humic acids increase soil organic carbon (SOC) by up to 2.5% annually (Iowa State trials).
C. Fertilizer Cost Volatility
- MAP and DAP prices surged by 250% (2021–23).
- Humic acids reduce fertilizer use by 20–30% via improved nutrient efficiency.
D. Climate Resilience Demand
- Drought mitigation: Humic acids improve water retention in arid regions (e.g., Australia, California).
- Salinity stress reduction: Critical for greenhouse farming in the Middle East.
4. Market Challenges
A. Supply Chain Fragmentation
- Limited raw material access (leonardite, peat).
- High purification costs for pharmaceutical-grade fulvic acids.
B. Variable Product Efficacy
- Field performance depends on soil type (clay vs. sandy soils).
- Lack of standardized testing protocols outside the EU.
C. Competition from Synthetic Alternatives
- Slow adoption in conventional farming due to habit and immediate ROI concerns.
5. Competitive Landscape
Company |
Market Share (2024) |
Key Strategy |
Recent Developments |
Black Earth Humic |
18% |
Mines high-purity Canadian leonardite |
Launched FulviCore 2.0 (2024) |
Humintech |
15% |
Focus on liquid formulations for fertigation |
Partnered with Netafim for drip systems |
AgroLiquid |
12% |
Precision agriculture blends |
Acquired Nutri-Chek AI dosing tech |
China Green Agriculture |
10% |
Dominates APAC market |
Expanded to Brazilian soybean sector |
Valagro (Syngenta) |
8% |
Integrated with Syngenta’s seed treatments |
Launched Humic Seed Coating |
Emerging Players:
- FulvicX BioScience: AI-optimized fulvic acid blends.
- TerraFeed: Upcycles agricultural waste into humates.
6. Market Segmentation
By Product Type:
- Humic Acid (XX% share): Dominates due to cost-effectiveness in broadacre crops.
- Fulvic Acid (XX%): Premium segment for horticulture and hydroponics.
By Application:
- Soil Treatment (XX%)
- Foliar Spray (30%)
- Seed Treatment (XX%)
By Crop Type:
- Cereals & Grains (XX%)
- Fruits & Vegetables (XX%)
- Turf & Ornamentals (15%)
7. Regional Analysis
Region |
Market Share (2024) |
Growth Driver |
North America |
25% |
Regenerative ag programs |
Europe |
XX% |
FPR compliance |
Asia-Pacific |
XX% |
China/India policy pushes |
Latin America |
XX% |
Brazilian soybean boom |
MEA |
XX% |
Greenhouse demand |
8. Technology Innovations
- Nano-Humic Particles: 3x nutrient absorption efficiency (University of Nebraska trials).
- AI-Powered Blending: Custom humic:fulvic ratios based on soil sensors.
- Waste-to-Humic Tech: Converting rice husks into fulvic acids (Pilot in Thailand).
9. Regulatory Environment
- EU: Humic substances classified as non-hazardous under FPR.
- USA: EPA exemption for humic products in organic farming (2024 ruling).
- Brazil: MAPA approval for humic-based biostimulants (2025 deadline).
10. Strategic Recommendations
- For Farmers: Combine humic acids with compost for synergistic soil health benefits.
- For Investors: Target fulvic acid startups for high-margin returns.
- For Policymakers: Standardize humic testing protocols to reduce market fragmentation.
Reasons To Buy

Scope

- Humic Growth Solutions Inc.
- Humintech GmbH
- Valagro S.p.A.
- Biolchim S.p.A.
- Groupe Roullier
- Hello Nature
- Koppert Biological Systems
- Pure Fulvic Minerals
- Nutri-Tech Solutions Pty Ltd
- Bio-Agricultural Co.
- Adler Agro
- China Green Agriculture Inc.
- Black Earth Humic LP
- AgTonik, LLC
- Fulhold Pharma Ltd.
Humic & Fulvic Acid Market Report
- 1. Humic & Fulvic Acid Market Research Report
- 1.1 Study Objectives
- 1.2 Humic & Fulvic Acid Market - Overview
- 1.3 Reason to Read This Report
- 1.4 Methodology and Forecast Analysis
- 2. Humic & Fulvic Acid Market Research Report - Preface
- 2.1 Humic & Fulvic Acid Market Research Report – Detailed Scope and Definitions
- 2.1.1 By Product Type
- 2.1.2 By Application
- 2.1.3 By Crop Type
- 2.1.4 By Region
3. Humic & Fulvic Acid Market Dynamics - 3.1. Drivers - Macro-Economic Based, Supply Side, and Demand Side Drivers
- 3.2. Restraints – By Product Type, By Application, By Crop Type, By Country
- 3.3. Opportunities – By Product Type, By Application, By Crop Type, By Country
- 3.4. Trends – By Product Type, By Application, By Crop Type, By Country
- 3.5. PEST Analysis
- 3.6. Porters Five Rule Analysis
- 3.7. Company’s Share Analysis (CSA) by Region or By Country
- 3.8. Humic & Fulvic Acid Market Research Report – DROTs Impact Analysis
- 4.1. Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
- 4.2. Annual Market Trend Assessment – Year-on-Year (YoY) Growth Analysis (%)
- 4.3. Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and 2024 - 2031
- 4.4. Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
- 4. Humic & Fulvic Acid Market Research Report, Historic Data 2019 - 2023 and Forecast Analysis Data 2024 - 2031
- 5. Humic & Fulvic Acid Market, By Product Type, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 (Market Value, In USD Mn)
- 5.1.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
- 5.1.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
- 5.1.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
- 5.1.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031 5.2 Fulvic Acid
- 5.2.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
- 5.2.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
- 5.2.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
- 5.2.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
- 6.1.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
- 6.1.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
- 6.1.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
- 6.1.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031 6.2 Foliar Spray
- 6.2.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
- 6.2.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
- 6.2.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
- 6.2.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031 6.3 Seed Treatment
- 6.3.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
- 6.3.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
- 6.3.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
- 6.3.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
- 7.1.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
- 7.1.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
- 7.1.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
- 7.1.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031 7.2 Fruits & Vegetables
- 7.2.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
- 7.2.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
- 7.2.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
- 7.2.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031 7.3 Turf & Ornamentals
- 7.3.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
- 7.3.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
- 7.3.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
- 7.3.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
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5.1 Humic Acid
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6.1 Soil Treatment
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7.1 Cereals & Grains
- 8. Humic & Fulvic Acid Market Forecast, By Region, 2019 - 2023 and 2024 - 2031 (Market Value, In USD Mn)
- 8.1.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
- 8.1.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
- 8.1.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
- 8.1.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
- 8.2.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
- 8.2.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
- 8.2.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
- 8.2.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
- 8.3.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
- 8.3.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
- 8.3.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
- 8.3.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
- 8.4.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
- 8.4.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
- 8.4.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
- 8.4.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
- 8.5.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
- 8.5.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
- 8.5.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
- 8.5.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
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8.1 North America
- 9. North America Humic & Fulvic Acid Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 (Market Value, In USD Mn)
- 9.1.1 Humic Acid
- 9.1.2 Fulvic Acid
- 9.2.1 Soil Treatment
- 9.2.2 Foliar Spray
- 9.2.3 Seed Treatment
- 9.3.1 Cereals & Grains
- 9.3.2 Fruits & Vegetables
- 9.3.3 Turf & Ornamentals
- 9.4.1 United States
- 9.4.2 Canada
- 9.5 North America Humic & Fulvic Acid Market – Opportunity Analysis Index, By Product Type, By Application, By Crop Type, and Country, 2024 - 2031
- 9.6 Regional Trends Analysis 9.7 North America Humic & Fulvic Acid Market Research Report - Company Profiles
- 9.7.1 Company 1 (United States)
- 9.7.2 Company 2 (Canada)
- 9.7.3 Company 3 (Canada)
- 10.1.1 Humic Acid
- 10.1.2 Fulvic Acid
- 10.2.1 Soil Treatment
- 10.2.2 Foliar Spray
- 10.2.3 Seed Treatment
- 10.3.1 Cereals & Grains
- 10.3.2 Fruits & Vegetables
- 10.3.3 Turf & Ornamentals
- 10.4.1 Germany
- 10.4.2 United Kingdom
- 10.4.3 France
- 10.4.4 Spain
- 10.4.5 Italy
- 10.4.6 Russia
- 10.4.7 Netherlands and Rest of Europe
- 10.5 Europe Humic & Fulvic Acid Market – Opportunity Analysis Index, By Product Type, By Application, By Crop Type, and Country, 2024 - 2031
- 10.6 Regional Trends Analysis 10.7 Europe Humic & Fulvic Acid Market Research Report - Company Profiles
- 10.7.1 Company 1 (Germany)
- 10.7.2 Company 2 (United Kingdom)
- 10.7.3 Company 3 (United Kingdom)
- 11.1.1 Humic Acid
- 11.1.2 Fulvic Acid
- 11.2.1 Soil Treatment
- 11.2.2 Foliar Spray
- 11.2.3 Seed Treatment
- 11.3.1 Cereals & Grains
- 11.3.2 Fruits & Vegetables
- 11.3.3 Turf & Ornamentals
- 11.4.1 China
- 11.4.2 Japan
- 11.4.3 India
- 11.4.4 South Korea
- 11.4.5 Australia & New Zealand
- 11.4.6 ASEAN
- 11.4.7 Rest of Asia-Pacific
- 11.5 Asia-Pacific Humic & Fulvic Acid Market – Opportunity Analysis Index, By Product Type, By Application, By Crop Type, and Country, 2024 - 2031
- 11.6 Regional Trends Analysis 11.7 Asia-Pacific Humic & Fulvic Acid Market Research Report - Company Profiles
- 11.7.1 Company 1 (China)
- 11.7.2 Company 2 (Japan)
- 11.7.3 Company 3 (Japan)
- 12.1.1 Humic Acid
- 12.1.2 Fulvic Acid
- 12.2.1 Soil Treatment
- 12.2.2 Foliar Spray
- 12.2.3 Seed Treatment
- 12.3.1 Cereals & Grains
- 12.3.2 Fruits & Vegetables
- 12.3.3 Turf & Ornamentals
- 12.4.1 Brazil
- 12.4.2 Mexico
- 12.4.3 Argentina
- 12.4.4 Peru
- 12.4.5 Colombia
- 12.4.6 Rest of Latin America
- 12.5 Latin America Humic & Fulvic Acid Market – Opportunity Analysis Index, By Product Type, By Application, By Crop Type, and Country, 2024 - 2031
- 12.6 Regional Trends Analysis 12.7 Latin America Humic & Fulvic Acid Market Research Report - Company Profiles
- 12.7.1 Company 1 (Brazil)
- 12.7.2 Company 2 (Mexico)
- 12.7.3 Company 3 (Mexico)
- 13.1.1 Humic Acid
- 13.1.2 Fulvic Acid
- 13.2.1 Soil Treatment
- 13.2.2 Foliar Spray
- 13.2.3 Seed Treatment
- 13.3.1 Cereals & Grains
- 13.3.2 Fruits & Vegetables
- 13.3.3 Turf & Ornamentals
- 13.4.1 Saudi Arabia
- 13.4.2 UAE
- 13.4.3 South Africa
- 13.4.4 Egypt
- 13.4.5 Israel
- 13.4.6 Rest of Middle East and Africa
- 13.5 Middle East and Africa Humic & Fulvic Acid Market – Opportunity Analysis Index, By Product Type, By Application, By Crop Type, and Country, 2024 - 2031
- 13.6 Regional Trends Analysis 13.7 Middle East and Africa Humic & Fulvic Acid Market Research Report - Company Profiles
- 13.7.1 Company 1 (Saudi Arabia)
- 13.7.2 Company 2 (UAE)
- 13.7.3 Company 3 (UAE)
- 14.1 Strategic Dashboard of Top Market Players 14.2 Company Profiles (Introduction, Financial Assessments, Portfolio of Offerings, Milestones and Achievements, Strategic Initiative, and SWOT Analysis)
- 14.2.1 Black Earth Humic LP
- 14.2.2 AgTonik LLC
- 14.2.3 Fulhold Pharma Ltd.
- 14.2.4 Bio-Agricultural Co.
- 14.2.5 Adler Agro
- 14.2.6 China Green Agriculture Inc.
- 14.2.7 Koppert Biological Systems
- 14.2.8 Pure Fulvic Minerals
- 14.2.9 Nutri-Tech Solutions Pty Ltd
- 14.2.10 Humintech GmbH
- 14.2.11 Valagro S.p.A.
- 14.2.12 Biolchim S.p.A.
- 14.2.13 Groupe Roullier
- 14.2.14 Hello Nature
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9.1 By Product Type Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 by Market Assessment (USD Mn), Yearly Growth Rate (%), and Market Presence (%)
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10.1 By Product Type Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 by Market Assessment (USD Mn), Yearly Growth Rate (%), and Market Presence (%)
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11.1 By Product Type Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 by Market Assessment (USD Mn), Yearly Growth Rate (%), and Market Presence (%)
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12.1 By Product Type Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 by Market Assessment (USD Mn), Yearly Growth Rate (%), and Market Presence (%)
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13.1 By Product Type Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 by Market Assessment (USD Mn), Yearly Growth Rate (%), and Market Presence (%)
- 15. Data Collection Method and Research Approach
- 16. Principal Presumptions and Acronyms