Biostimulants Market by Active Ingredient (Acid-Based & Extract Based), by Application Type (Foliar, Soil, & Seed), by Crop Type (Row Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, and Turf & Ornamentals) & by Region - Global Trends & Forecasts to 2019

Various secondary sources such as encyclopedias, directories, and databases have been used to identify and collect information useful for this extensive commercial study of the biostimulants market. The primary sources such as experts from related industries and suppliers have been interviewed to obtain and verify critical information as well as to assess the future prospects of biostimulants.

The report provides a complete analysis of the key global players in the biostimulants industry, with a clear insight and commentary on the developments, trends, and their product portfolio. With a huge opportunity in the market, the existing companies are experiencing a significant shift in the industry. We have also profiled the leading players of this industry include Valagro S.p.A (Italy), Arysta LifeScience Corporation (Japan), Biostadt India Limited (India), and Koppert B.V. (The Netherlands) in the report.

Scope of the Report

This report focuses on the biostimulants market. This research categorizes biostimulants on the basis of active ingredients, crop type, application type, and region.

On the basis of regions, the biostimulants market has been segmented as follows:

• North America
• Europe
• Asia-Pacific
• Latin America
• Rest of the World (RoW)

On the basis of the key crop type, the biostimulants market has been segmented as follows:

• Row crops
• Fruits & vegetables
• Turf & ornamentals
• Other crops

On the basis of active Ingredients, the biostimulants market has been segmented as follows:

• Acid-based biostimulants
  • Humic acid
  • Fulvic acid
  • Amino acid
• Extract-based biostimulants
  • Seaweed extracts
  • Other plant extracts
• Others

On the basis of application type, the biostimulants market has been segmented as follows:

• Foliar
• Soil
• Seed

  1.1 Objectives of the Study 
  1.2 Markets Covered 
  1.3 Periodization Considered For the Biostimulants Market 
  1.4 Base Currency Considered For the Biostimulants Market 
  1.5 Stakeholders 
  1.6 Market Scope

2 Research Methodology (Page No. - 17)
  2.1 Description of the Biostimulants Demand Model 
      2.1.1 Providing Food for A Growing Population 
      2.1.2 Natural & Non-Toxic Nature of Biostimulants 
  2.2 Market Size Estimation 
  2.3 Market Crackdown & Data Triangulation 
  2.4 Market Share Estimation 
      2.4.1 Key Data Taken From Secondary Sources 
      2.4.2 Key Data from Primary Sources 
            2.4.2.1 Key Industry Insights 
  2.5 Assumptions

3 Executive Summary (Page No. - 25)

4 Premium Insights (Page No. - 14) 
  4.1 Extensive Market Opportunities in Biostimulants Market 
  4.2 Biostimulants Market, Key Crop Type Segments ($Million) 
  4.3 Europe: The Largest Consumer of Biostimulants 
  4.4 Biostimulants Market, By Country, 2013 
  4.5 Biostimulants Market: Developed Vs. Developing Nations, 2014-2019 ($Million) 
  4.6 Biostimulants Market Size, By Application Type & Region, 2019 ($Million) 
  4.7 Product Growth Matrix 
  4.8 Life Cycle Analysis, By Region 
  4.9 Market Chasm Analysis 
  
5 Market Overview (Page No. - 39)
  5.1 Introduction 
  5.2 Evolution 
  5.3 Market Segmentation 
      5.3.1 Biostimulants Market, By Active Ingredient 
      5.3.2 Biostimulants Market, By Crop Type 
      5.3.3 Biostimulants Market, By Application Type 
  5.4 Market Dynamics 
      5.4.1 Drivers 
            5.4.1.1 Promising Results in Yield, Quality, and Productivity 
            5.4.1.2 Organic Products Drive the Biostimulants Market 
            5.4.1.3 Need to Feed the Growing Population in a Sustainable Manner 
            5.4.1.4 Restoring Degraded Soils 
      5.4.2 Restraints 
            5.4.2.1 Lack of Awareness among Farmers 
            5.4.2.2 Inactive Market Players 
      5.4.3 Opportunities 
            5.4.3.1 Developing Countries Projected To Grow At a High Rate 
            5.4.3.2 Innovative Products Targeting Specific Agronomic Needs 
      5.4.4 Burning Issues 
            5.4.4.1 Regulatory and Legislation Issues Of Biostimulants

6 Industry Trends (Page No. - 47)
  6.1 Introduction 
  6.2 Value Chain Analysis 
  6.3 Supply Chain Analysis 
      6.3.1 Key Influencers 
  6.4 Industry Trends 
  6.5 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis 
      6.5.1 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry 
      6.5.2 Threat of New Entrants 
      6.5.3 Threat of Substitutes 
      6.5.4 Bargaining Power of Suppliers 
      6.5.5 Bargaining Power of Buyers 
  6.6 Pest Analysis 
      6.6.1 Political Factors 
      6.6.2 Economic Factors 
      6.6.3 Social Factors 
      6.6.4 Technological Factors 
  6.7 Strategic Benchmarking 
      6.7.1 Capitalization on Market Linkages 
      6.7.2 Portfolio Strengthening Through Sustained Innovation

7 Biostimulants Market, By Active Ingredient (Page No. - 57)
  7.1 Introduction 
  7.2 Acid-Based Biostimulants 
  7.3 Extract-Based Biostimulants 
  7.4 Other Active Ingredient-Based Biostimulants

8 Biostimulants Market, By Application Type (Page No. - 71)
  8.1 Introduction 
  8.2 Foliar Application 
  8.3 Soil Application 
  8.4 Seed Application

9 Biostimulants Market, By Crop Type (Page No. - 79) 
  9.1 Introduction 
  9.2 ROW Crops 
  9.3 Fruits & Vegetables 
  9.4 Turf & Ornamentals 
  9.5 Other Crop Types

10 Regional Analysis (Page No. - 90) 
   10.1 Introduction 
   10.2 North America 
        10.2.1 U.S. 
        10.2.2 Canada 
        10.2.3 Mexico 
   10.3 Europe 
        10.3.1 Spain 
        10.3.2 Italy 
        10.3.3 France 
        10.3.4 U.K. 
        10.3.5 Rest Of Europe 
   10.4 Asia-Pacific 
        10.4.1 China 
        10.4.2 India 
        10.4.3 Japan 
        10.4.4 Australia 
        10.4.5 Rest Of Asia-Pacific 
   10.5 Latin America 
        10.5.1 Brazil 
        10.5.2 Argentina 
        10.5.3 Rest Of Latin America 
   10.6 ROW

11 Competitive Landscape (Page No. - 119)
   11.1 Overview 
   11.2 Biostimulants Market: Growth Strategies, By Company 
   11.3 Competitive Situation & Trends 
   11.4 Agreements, Collaborations & Partnerships 
   11.5 Expansions & Investments 
   11.6 New Product Launches 
   11.7 Acquisitions

12 Company Profiles (Page No. - 131)
   12.1 Introduction 
   12.2 BASF SE 
        12.2.1 Business Overview 
        12.2.2 Product Offerings 
        12.2.3 Key Strategy 
        12.2.4 Recent Developments 
        12.2.5 SWOT Analysis 
        12.2.6 MNM View 
   12.3 Novozymes A/S 
        12.3.1 Business Overview 
        12.3.2 Product Offerings 
        12.3.3 Key Strategy 
        12.3.4 Recent Developments 
        12.3.5 SWOT Analysis 
        12.3.6 MNM View 
   12.4 Taminco Corp. 
        12.4.1 Business Overview 
        12.4.2 Product Offerings 
        12.4.3 Key Strategy 
        12.4.4 Recent Developments 
        12.4.5 SWOT Analysis 
        12.4.6 MNM View 
   12.5 ISAGRO Spa 
        12.5.1 Business Overview 
        12.5.2 Product Offerings 
        12.5.3 Key Strategy 
        12.5.4 Recent Developments 
        12.5.5 SWOT Analysis 
        12.5.6 MNM View 
   12.6 Agrinos AS 
        12.6.1 Business Overview 
        12.6.2 Product Offerings 
        12.6.3 Key Strategy 
        12.6.4 Recent Developments 
        12.6.5 SWOT Analysis 
        12.6.6 MNM View 
   12.7 Arysta Lifescience Corporation 
        12.7.1 Business Overview 
        12.7.2 Product Offerings 
        12.7.3 Key Strategy 
        12.7.4 Recent Developments 
   12.8 Valagro Spa 
        12.8.1 Business Overview 
        12.8.2 Product Offerings 
        12.8.3 Key Strategy 
        12.8.4 Recent Developments 
   12.9 Koppert B.V. 
        12.9.1 Business Overview 
        12.9.2 Product Offerings 
        12.9.3 Key Strategy 
        12.9.4 Recent Developments 
   12.10 Biostadt India Limited 
         12.10.1 Business Overview 
         12.10.2 Product Offerings 
         12.10.3 Key Strategy 
         12.10.4 Recent Developments 
   12.11 Italpollina Spa 
         12.11.1 Business Overview 
         12.11.2 Product Offerings 
         12.11.3 Key Strategy 
         12.11.4 Recent Developments

13 Appendix (Page No. - 166)
   13.1 Discussion Guide 
   13.2 Introducing RT: Real-Time Market Intelligence 
   13.3 Available Customizations 
  
  
List of Tables (84 Tables)   
  
Table 1 Global Population & Per Capita Land Available 
Table 2 Increased Importance To Crop & Environment Propels The Demand For Biostimulants 
Table 3 Inadequate Awareness & Tentative Approach of Key Players Restrains Market Growth 
Table 4 Product Innovation & Market Penetration Through Global Tie-Ups: Leading Trend Among Key Market Players 
Table 5 Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012-2019 ($Million) 
Table 6 Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012-2019 (‘000 Ha) 
Table 7 Acid-Based Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012-2019 ($Million)  
Table 8 Acid-Based Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012-2019 (‘000 HA)  
Table 9 Acid-Based Biostimulants Market Size, By Region, 2012-2019 ($Million) 
Table 10 Acid-Based Biostimulants Market Size, By Region, 2012-2019 (‘000 HA) 
Table 11 Extract-Based Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012-2019 ($Million)  
Table 12 Extract-Based Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012-2019 (‘000 HA)  
Table 13 Extract-Based Biostimulants Market Size, By Region, 2012-2019 ($Million) 
Table 14 Extract-Based Biostimulants Market Size, By Region, 2012-2019 (‘000 Ha) 
Table 15 Other Active Ingredient-Based Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012-2019 ($Million)  
Table 16 Other Active Ingredient-Based Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012-2019 (‘000 HA)  
Table 17 Other Active Ingredient-Based Biostimulants Market Size, By Region, 2012-2019 ($Million) 
Table 18 Other Active Ingredient-Based Biostimulants Market Size, By Region, 2012-2019 (‘000 HA) 
Table 19 Biostimulants Market Size, By Application Type, 2012-2019 ($Million) 
Table 20 Biostimulants Market Size, By Application Type, 2012-2019 (‘000 HA) 
Table 21 Biostimulants In Foliar Application Market Size, By Region, 2012-2019 ($Million)  
Table 22 Biostimulants In Foliar Application Market Size, By Region, 2012-2019 (‘000 HA)  
Table 23 Biostimulants In Soil Application Market Size, By Region, 2012-2019 ($Million)  
Table 24 Biostimulants in Soil Application Market Size, By Region, 2012-2019 (‘000 HA)  
Table 25 Biostimulants in Seed Application Market Size, By Region, 2012-2019 ($Million)  
Table 26 Biostimulants in Seed Application Market Size, By Region, 2012-2019 (’000 HA)  
Table 27 Biostimulants Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012-2019 ($Million) 
Table 28 Biostimulants Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012-2019 (‘000 HA) 
Table 29 Biostimulants in Row Crops Market Size, By Region, 2012-2019 ($Million) 
Table 30 Biostimulants in Row Crops Market Size, By Region, 2012-2019 (‘000 HA) 
Table 31 Biostimulants in Fruits & Vegetables Market Size, By Region, 2012-2019 ($Million)  
Table 32 Biostimulants in Fruits & Vegetables Market Size, By Region, 2012-2019 (‘000 HA)  
Table 33 Biostimulants in Turfs & Ornamentals Market Size, By Region, 2012-2019 ($Million)  
Table 34 Biostimulants in Turfs & Ornamentals Market Size, By Region, 2012-2019 (‘000 HA)  
Table 35 Biostimulants in Other Crop Types Market Size, By Region, 2012-2019 ($Million)  
Table 36 Biostimulants in Other Crop Types Market Size, By Region, 2012-2019 (‘000 HA)  
Table 37 Biostimulants Market Size, By Region, 2012–2019 ($Million) 
Table 38 Biostimulants Market Size, By Region, 2012–2019 (‘000 HA) 
Table 39 North America: Biostimulants Market Size, By Country, 2012–2019 ($Million)  
Table 40 North America: Biostimulants Market Size, By Country, 2012–2019 (‘000 HA)  
Table 41 U.S.: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 ($Million)  
Table 42 U.S.: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 (‘000 HA) 
Table 43 Canada: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 ($Million)  
Table 44 Canada: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 (‘000 HA)  
Table 45 Mexico: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 ($Million)  
Table 46 Mexico: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 (‘000 HA)  
Table 47 Europe: Biostimulants Market Size, By Country, 2012–2019 ($Million) 
Table 48 Europe: Biostimulants Market Size, By Country, 2012–2019 (‘000 HA) 
Table 49 Spain: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 ($Million)  
Table 50 Spain: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 (‘000 HA)  
Table 51 Italy: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 ($Million)  
Table 52 Italy: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 (‘000 HA)  
Table 53 France: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 ($Million)  
Table 54 France: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 (‘000 HA)  
Table 55 U.K.: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 ($Million)  
Table 56 U.K.: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 (‘000 Ha) 
Table 57 Rest Of Europe: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 ($Million)  
Table 58 Rest Of Europe: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 (‘000 HA)  
Table 59 Asia-Pacific: Biostimulants Market Size, By Country, 2012–2019 ($Million) 
Table 60 Asia-Pacific: Biostimulants Market Size, By Country, 2012–2019 (‘000 Ha) 
Table 61 China: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 ($Million)  
Table 62 China: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 (‘000 HA)  
Table 63 India: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 ($Million)  
Table 64 India: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 (‘000 HA)  
Table 65 Japan: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 ($Million)  
Table 66 Japan: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 (‘000 HA)  
Table 67 Australia: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 ($Million)  
Table 68 Australia: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 (‘000 HA)  
Table 69 Rest Of Asia-Pacific: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 ($Million) 
Table 70 Rest Of Asia-Pacific: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 (‘000 HA) 
Table 71 Latin America: Biostimulants Market Size, By Country, 2012–2019 ($Million)  
Table 72 Latin America: Biostimulants Market Size, By Country, 2012–2019 (‘000 HA)  
Table 73 Brazil: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 ($Million)  
Table 74 Brazil: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 (‘000 HA)  
Table 75 Argentina: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 ($Million)  
Table 76 Argentina: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 (‘000 HA)  
Table 77 Rest Of Latin America: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 ($Million) 
Table 78 Rest Of Latin America: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 (‘000 HA) 
Table 79 ROW: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 ($Million)  
Table 80 ROW: Biostimulants Market Size, By Active Ingredient, 2012–2019 (‘000 HA)  
Table 81 Agreements, Collaborations & Partnerships, 2010-2014 
Table 82 Expansions & Investments, 2011-2014 
Table 83 New Product Launches, 2011-2014 
Table 84 Acquisitions, 2010-2014 
  
List Of Figures (75 Figures)  
  
Figure 1 Biostimulants Market Segmentation 
Figure 2 Biostimulants Market: Research Methodology 
Figure 3 Annual Food Loss/Wastage Is Highest In Fruits & Vegetables 
Figure 4 Market Size Estimation Methodology: Bottom-Up Approach Figure 5 Market Size Estimation Methodology: Top-Down Approach Figure 6 Breakdown Of Primary Interviews: By Company Type, Designation & Region 
Figure 7 Biostimulants Market Snapshot (2014 Vs. 2019): Extract-Based Biostimulants Poised For Better Future Growth ($Million) 
Figure 8 Fruits & Vegetables And Turf & Ornamentals: Most Attractive Market Segments For Investment In The Next Five Years 
Figure 9 Latin America: Projected To Register High Growth Rate, 2014-2019 
Figure 10 A Prospective Market With Robust Growth Potential, 2014-2019 ($Million)  
Figure 11 Product Suitability for Row Crops Enhanced Their Market Share, 2014-2019 ($Million)  
Figure 12 Innovative & Sustainable Practices Propelled Demand despite Contradictory Regulations Across Europe 
Figure 13 Country-Level Shares Highlight the Fragmented & Nascent Stage of the Market, 2013 
Figure 14 Developing Markets Project Promising Growth Opportunities, 2014-2019 ($Million)  
Figure 15 Europe Projected To Command One-Third of the Market In All Application Segments, 2019 ($Million) 
Figure 16 Extracts Expected To Gain Rapid Growth after 2–3 Years 
Figure 17 Latin America Approaching the Growth Phase With A Promising Future, 2013  
Figure 18 Research Knowledge & Regulatory Costs Restrain The Production Of Seaweed Extracts, 2013 
Figure 19 Development Of Biostimulants 
Figure 20 Biostimulants Market Segmentation, By Active Ingredient 
Figure 21 Biostimulants Market, By Crop Type 
Figure 22 Biostimulants Market, By Application Type 
Figure 23 Promising Results & Organic Products Driving Market Demand 
Figure 24 Global Demand For Organic Products, 2012 
Figure 25 R&D And Manufacturing: The Main Phases of Value Addition 
Figure 26 Raw Material Accessibility & Market Distribtuion: Critical Checkpoints 
Figure 27 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis (2014): Stronger R&D Support Has Intensified the Industrial Rivalry 
Figure 28 Strategic Benchmarking: Agrinos & Arysta Lead the Aggressive Channel Exploration 
Figure 29 Strategic Benchmarking: Agrinos & Valagro Intensify Their Product Competence 
Figure 30 Increased Ecological Concerns & Product Innovations Boost the Growth Of Biostimulants 
Figure 31 Extract-Based Biostimulants: The Fastest-Growing Segment, 2014 Vs. 2019 ($Million)  
Figure 32 Extract-Based Biostimulants: Highest Rate of Agricultural Adoption, 2014 VS. 2019 (‘000 Ha) 
Figure 33 Humic Acids: Slightly Higher Market Preference Than Amino Acids 
Figure 34 Europe Boasts Higher Demand in the Acid-Based Biostimulants Market 
Figure 35 Seaweeds: Primal Source for Biostimulant Extraction 
Figure 36 North America & Asia-Pacific: Potential Markets For Product Launch 
Figure 37 Microbial Soil Amendments: Projected To Cause Significant Impact on the Market Growth 
Figure 38 Europe Leads in The Application Of Other Active Ingredient-Based Biostimulants 
Figure 39 Innovative & Effective User-Friendly Application Techniques Promote the Growth of Biostimulants 
Figure 40 Foliar: Standard Method of Application of Biostimulants, 2014 Vs. 2019 
Figure 41 Increasing Usage Observed In North America & Asia-Pacific Regions, 2014 Vs. 2019  
Figure 42 Innovation In Application Techniques To Boost Growth In Asia-Pacific & North America, 2014 Vs. 2019 
Figure 43 Seed Application Turns Out To Be a Promising Method in Latin America 
Figure 44 Row Crops Demand More Than Half of the Global Biostimulants, 2014 Vs. 2019 ($Million)  
Figure 45 The Agricultural Area Under Row Crops Is Estimated To Consume Two-Thirds Of The Biostimulants Produced, 2014 Vs. 2019 (‘000 Ha) 
Figure 46 Asia-Pacific & North America: Potential Markets For Crop-Customized Products, 2014 Vs. 2019 
Figure 47 High Growth Observed For Biostimulants in Fruits & Vegetables In Latin America, 2014 Vs. 2019 
Figure 48 North America: Increasing Trend of Turf Gardens Support Attractive Growth Rate, 2014 Vs. 2019 
Figure 49 Europe Is the Leading Market for Other Crop Types In 2013 
Figure 50 Geographic Snapshot (2014–2019): Latin American Markets Are Emerging As New Hot Spots 
Figure 51 Brazil: Emerging Market Destination for Biostimulants 
Figure 52 North American Market Snapshot: Modern Agricultural Practices & Sustainable Farming Drive the Market, 2013 
Figure 53 Europe: Gained Expertise on Product & Process Innovation 
Figure 54 Spain: Leading Biostimulants Market in Europe 
Figure 55 Distribution Agreements & Research Collaborations: Leading Approach Of Key Companies 
Figure 56 Revenues of Key Companies in the Biostimulants Market, 2009-2013 ($Million)  
Figure 57 Biostimulants Market Share (Development), By Company, 2010-2014 
Figure 58 Product Portfolio Capitalizes On Acquisitions & Licensing Agreements 
Figure 59 Collaborations & Expansions: Popular Strategies for Global Expansion 
Figure 60 Geographical Revenue Mix of Top 5 Market Players 
Figure 61 BASF Se: Business Overview 
Figure 62 BASF SE: SWOT Analysis 
Figure 63 Novozymes A/S: Business Overview 
Figure 64 Novozymes A/S: SWOT Analysis 
Figure 65 Taminco Corp.: Business Overview 
Figure 66 Taminco Corp.: SWOT Analysis 
Figure 67 Isagro Spa: Business Overview 
Figure 68 Isagro Spa: SWOT Analysis 
Figure 69 Agrinos As: Business Overview 
Figure 70 Agrinos As: SWOT Analysis 
Figure 71 Arysta Lifescience Corporation: Business Overview 
Figure 72 Valagro Spa: Business Overview 
Figure 73 Koppert B.V.: Business Overview 
Figure 74 Biostadt India Limited: Business Overview 
Figure 75 Italpollina Spa: Business Overview