| Product Code: ETC4591991 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 85 | No. of Figures: 45 | No. of Tables: 25 | |
France`s controlled release fertilizer import market in 2024 continued to be dominated by key exporting countries such as Belgium, Russia, Netherlands, Spain, and Morocco. The high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicates a concentrated market structure. With a strong compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.39% from 2020 to 2024 and an impressive growth rate of 32.29% from 2023 to 2024, the market is showing significant expansion and potential for further growth in the coming years.
Controlled release fertilizers (CRF) are gaining popularity in France due to their ability to improve nutrient efficiency and reduce environmental impact. These fertilizers release nutrients gradually over time, providing a sustained supply to crops while minimizing leaching and runoff. Companies like Yara International, Agrium Inc., and ICL Specialty Fertilizers are prominent players in the French CRF market.
The controlled release fertilizer market in France is driven by the growing emphasis on sustainable agriculture practices and the need for improved nutrient management solutions. Controlled release fertilizers offer several benefits such as reduced nutrient leaching, improved nutrient uptake by plants, and enhanced crop yields. With increasing environmental concerns and regulations related to fertilizer usage, there is a growing demand for controlled release fertilizers among farmers and agricultural producers in France.
In France, the controlled release fertilizer market faces challenges related to agronomic efficacy and environmental sustainability. Farmers require fertilizers that deliver nutrients to crops efficiently over an extended period while minimizing nutrient leaching and runoff, which can contribute to water pollution. Developing formulations that strike the right balance between nutrient release rates, soil conditions, and crop requirements is crucial for market success.
In the controlled release fertilizer market, government policies aim to promote sustainable agriculture practices and reduce environmental pollution. Regulatory frameworks establish guidelines for the formulation and distribution of controlled release fertilizers, ensuring their efficacy, safety, and minimal environmental impact. Government subsidies and incentives encourage farmers to adopt precision agriculture techniques that maximize crop yield while minimizing fertilizer usage, contributing to long-term soil health and ecosystem sustainability.
| 1 Executive Summary | 
| 2 Introduction | 
| 2.1 Key Highlights of the Report | 
| 2.2 Report Description | 
| 2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation | 
| 2.4 Research Methodology | 
| 2.5 Assumptions | 
| 3 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Overview | 
| 3.1 France Country Macro Economic Indicators | 
| 3.2 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 3.3 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market - Industry Life Cycle | 
| 3.4 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market - Porter's Five Forces | 
| 3.5 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 3.6 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End Use, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 3.7 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Mode of Application, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 4 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Dynamics | 
| 4.1 Impact Analysis | 
| 4.2 Market Drivers | 
| 4.2.1 Increasing demand for sustainable agricultural practices | 
| 4.2.2 Growing focus on enhancing crop yield and quality | 
| 4.2.3 Government support and subsidies for adoption of controlled release fertilizers | 
| 4.3 Market Restraints | 
| 4.3.1 High initial investment required for controlled release fertilizers | 
| 4.3.2 Limited awareness and education among farmers about the benefits of controlled release fertilizers | 
| 4.3.3 Lack of availability of a wide range of controlled release fertilizer products in the market | 
| 5 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Trends | 
| 6 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market, By Types | 
| 6.1 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market, By Type | 
| 6.1.1 Overview and Analysis | 
| 6.1.2 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.1.3 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume, By Slow Release, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.1.4 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume, By Coated , 2021-2031F | 
| 6.1.5 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume, By Encapsulated, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.1.6 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume, By Nitrogen Stabilizers, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.2 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market, By End Use | 
| 6.2.1 Overview and Analysis | 
| 6.2.2 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume, By Agricultural , 2021-2031F | 
| 6.2.3 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume, By Non Agricultural, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.3 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market, By Mode of Application | 
| 6.3.1 Overview and Analysis | 
| 6.3.2 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume, By Foliar, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.3.3 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume, By Fertigation, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.3.4 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume, By Soil, 2021-2031F | 
| 7 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Import-Export Trade Statistics | 
| 7.1 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Export to Major Countries | 
| 7.2 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Imports from Major Countries | 
| 8 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Key Performance Indicators | 
| 8.1 Adoption rate of controlled release fertilizers by farmers | 
| 8.2 Improvement in crop yield and quality after using controlled release fertilizers | 
| 8.3 Reduction in environmental impact and nitrogen leaching due to the use of controlled release fertilizers | 
| 9 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market - Opportunity Assessment | 
| 9.1 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 9.2 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Opportunity Assessment, By End Use, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 9.3 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Opportunity Assessment, By Mode of Application, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 10 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market - Competitive Landscape | 
| 10.1 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 | 
| 10.2 France Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters | 
| 11 Company Profiles | 
| 12 Recommendations | 
| 13 Disclaimer |