Albany, NY -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/16/2018 -- The market for controlled release fertilizers in Asia Pacific is witnessing an immense rise, thanks to the growing need for food. The rapidly increasing population in this region has fueled two important needs of humans, food and shelter, which has resulted in less arable land but more people to feed.
Farmers and agriculturists are using advanced products and specialty fertilizers such as controlled release fertilizers to heighten crop yields from the limited farming land available across Asia Pacific. They are also focusing on modernizing their farming methods to boost harvest with the help of these fertilizers in order to fulfill the ever-rising demand for food.The market opportunity in controlled release fertilizers in Asia Pacific, which stood at US$1.1 bn in 2014, is projected to rise at a CAGR of 7.20% from 2015 to 2023 and reach US$2.1 bn by the end of 2023.
China and India Lead Consumption of Controlled Release Fertilizers in Asia Pacific
The Asia Pacific controlled release fertilizers market is led by China and India. In 2014, China accounted for the majority share of the overall consumption of controlled release fertilizers and was closely followed by India and Japan. Together, these countries held a share of around 87% of its overall demand in this region that year.
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Over the coming years, the demand for controlled release fertilizers is expected to increase at a faster rate than conventional fertilizers in these countries. However, the lack of awareness regarding the benefits offered by these fertilizers and their high cost will limit their application in other regions, which is why they are likely to witness a moderate growth in their adoption in the agriculture and the horticulture sectors.
Controlled Release Fertilizers Find Maximum Application in Cereals and Pulses
Controlled release fertilizers are heavily utilized in the cultivation of oilseeds and pulses, cereals and grains, and fruits and vegetables. These fertilizers are also used to grow turf and ornamental plants. Among these, farmers mostly use these fertilizers in cereals and grain crops.
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As cereals and grain are one of the most important parts of traditional diets in Asia Pacific – they hold almost two-third share of the overall calorie intake of an average Asian person – local farmers and agriculturists are being encouraged to uptake sustainable agriculture practices in order to increase their production with the efficient usage of specialty fertilizers such as controlled release fertilizers.