Soil Fertility Testing Market Size, Trends and Growth Analysis by 2027

The soil fertility testing industry was valued at approximately US$ 4,355.51 million in 2020 and is anticipated to grow to US$ 5,891.06 million by 2028, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.1% from 2021 to 2028.

Soil fertility testing is essential for assessing the growth potential of soil. It identifies nutrient deficiencies, potential toxicity from excessive nutrient levels, and the presence of non-essential trace minerals that may inhibit plant growth.

The market for soil fertility testing is categorized based on the method of testing into two segments: onsite and offsite/laboratory. In 2020, the offsite/laboratory segment held a significant share of the market and is projected to experience a higher CAGR during the forecast period. Offsite testing methods encompass various techniques such as assessing organic matter levels, microscopy, organism activity analysis, fumigation, and molecular methods. Laboratories utilize advanced equipment including atomic absorption spectrophotometers, inductively coupled plasma spectrometers (ICPs), flow injection analyzers, colorimeters, and other specialized tools to evaluate soil fertility. These laboratory methods yield critical insights into soil conditions, fertility management, cost reduction in fertilizer usage, and strategies to prevent over-fertilization and soil degradation.

Regionally, the soil fertility testing market is divided into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and the Middle East and Africa. Europe dominated the market in 2020, driven by the increasing demand for fertilizers and the growing focus on maximizing yields from limited arable land. The rising population, coupled with the scarcity of cultivable land and the presence of numerous soil fertility testing service providers, is expected to further stimulate market growth in this region.

Key players in the soil fertility testing market include SGS SA, Eurofins Scientific, ALS Limited, Agrolab GmbH, Actlabs, Agrocares, Water Agriculture Laboratories, Inc., Polytest Laboratories, Crop Nutrition Laboratory Services Ltd., and A and L Great Lakes.

The overall size of the global soil fertility testing market has been determined through a combination of primary and secondary research methods. The research process commenced with extensive secondary research, utilizing both internal and external sources to gather qualitative and quantitative data relevant to the market. Additionally, numerous primary interviews were conducted with industry stakeholders to validate the findings and to acquire deeper analytical insights. Participants in this research typically include industry experts such as vice presidents, business development managers, market intelligence managers, and national sales managers, as well as external consultants like valuation experts, research analysts, and key opinion leaders specializing in the soil fertility testing sector.