Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market (2025-2031) | Analysis, Growth, Forecast, Trends, Share, Outlook, Segmentation, Industry, Companies, Size & Revenue, Value, Competitive Landscape

Market Forecast By Type (Slow Release, Coated and Encapsulated, Nitrogen Stabilizers), By End Use (Agricultural, Non-Agricultural), By Mode of Application (Foliar, Fertigation, Soil) And Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC8838611 Publication Date: Sep 2024 Updated Date: Nov 2025 Product Type: Market Research Report
Publisher: 6Wresearch Author: Sachin Kumar Rai No. of Pages: 75 No. of Figures: 35 No. of Tables: 20

Philippines Controlled Release Fertilizers Market Top 5 Importing Countries and Market Competition (HHI) Analysis

The Philippines saw significant imports of controlled-release fertilizers in 2024 from top countries such as China, South Korea, Norway, Vietnam, and Israel. Despite a high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index indicating market concentration, the industry experienced a moderate compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.93% from 2020 to 2024. However, there was a slight decline in growth rate from 2023 to 2024 at -13.47%, suggesting a potential shift in market dynamics or external factors impacting the import landscape.

Philippines Controlled Release Fertilizers Market Top 5 Importing Countries and Market Competition (HHI) Analysis

Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Synopsis

The Philippines is increasingly adopting controlled-release fertilizers (CRFs) as part of sustainable agricultural practices. These fertilizers improve nutrient efficiency and minimize environmental runoff. Government programs promoting precision agriculture and sustainable farming techniques have positively influenced market growth. However, higher upfront costs and limited awareness among smallholder farmers remain major challenges.

Trends of the market

Controlled-release fertilizers are gaining traction among Filipino farmers as they seek to improve crop yield and nutrient efficiency while minimizing environmental runoff. Supported by agricultural extension programs and subsidies, the use of polymer-coated urea and other slow-release formulations is spreading, particularly in high-value crops. Climate adaptation strategies and sustainability goals are also contributing to market development.

Challenges of the market

The adoption of controlled-release fertilizers is limited by higher upfront costs compared to conventional fertilizers, which discourages small-scale farmers. Lack of awareness and technical knowledge about their benefits hampers widespread use. Supply chain limitations restrict availability in rural areas. Environmental conditions such as heavy rainfall may affect the performance of these fertilizers.

Investment opportunities in the Market

The controlled-release fertilizers market in the Philippines benefits from increasing agricultural modernization and environmental sustainability efforts. Investments in slow-release and polymer-coated fertilizers can help improve nutrient use efficiency and reduce environmental impact from conventional fertilizer overuse. Government programs promoting sustainable farming practices create incentives for adoption. There is potential for product development tailored to key crops in the country such as rice, corn, and high-value fruits and vegetables. Collaboration with agricultural extension services and cooperatives can facilitate market penetration.

Government Policy of the market

Agricultural policies in the Philippines endorse the use of controlled-release fertilizers to boost crop productivity and reduce environmental impact. The government provides incentives and technical assistance to farmers adopting these fertilizers, emphasizing sustainable farming practices. Regulatory frameworks ensure that fertilizer products are properly registered, quality-assured, and used responsibly to protect soil and water resources.

Key Highlights of the Report:

  • Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Outlook
  • Market Size of Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market, 2024
  • Forecast of Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market, 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Revenues & Volume for the Period 2021- 2031
  • Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Trend Evolution
  • Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Drivers and Challenges
  • Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Price Trends
  • Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Porter's Five Forces
  • Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Industry Life Cycle
  • Historical Data and Forecast of Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenues & Volume By Type for the Period 2021- 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenues & Volume By Slow Release for the Period 2021- 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenues & Volume By Coated and Encapsulated for the Period 2021- 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenues & Volume By Nitrogen Stabilizers for the Period 2021- 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenues & Volume By End Use for the Period 2021- 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenues & Volume By Agricultural for the Period 2021- 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenues & Volume By Non-Agricultural for the Period 2021- 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenues & Volume By Mode of Application for the Period 2021- 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenues & Volume By Foliar for the Period 2021- 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenues & Volume By Fertigation for the Period 2021- 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenues & Volume By Soil for the Period 2021- 2031
  • Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Import Export Trade Statistics
  • Market Opportunity Assessment By Type
  • Market Opportunity Assessment By End Use
  • Market Opportunity Assessment By Mode of Application
  • Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Top Companies Market Share
  • Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Competitive Benchmarking By Technical and Operational Parameters
  • Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Company Profiles
  • Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Key Strategic Recommendations

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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 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Overview

3.1 Philippines Country Macro Economic Indicators

3.2 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F

3.3 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market - Industry Life Cycle

3.4 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market - Porter's Five Forces

3.5 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F

3.6 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End Use, 2021 & 2031F

3.7 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Mode of Application, 2021 & 2031F

4 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Dynamics

4.1 Impact Analysis

4.2 Market Drivers

4.2.1 Increasing demand for high agricultural productivity and crop yield

4.2.2 Growing awareness about sustainable agricultural practices

4.2.3 Government initiatives promoting the use of controlled-release fertilizers

4.3 Market Restraints

4.3.1 High initial investment cost for controlled-release fertilizers

4.3.2 Limited awareness and knowledge among farmers about the benefits of controlled-release fertilizers

4.3.3 Availability of alternative traditional fertilizers at lower costs

5 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Trends

6 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market, By Types

6.1 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market, By Type

6.1.1 Overview and Analysis

6.1.2 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021- 2031F

6.1.3 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenues & Volume, By Slow Release, 2021- 2031F

6.1.4 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenues & Volume, By Coated and Encapsulated, 2021- 2031F

6.1.5 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenues & Volume, By Nitrogen Stabilizers, 2021- 2031F

6.2 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market, By End Use

6.2.1 Overview and Analysis

6.2.2 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenues & Volume, By Agricultural, 2021- 2031F

6.2.3 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenues & Volume, By Non-Agricultural, 2021- 2031F

6.3 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market, By Mode of Application

6.3.1 Overview and Analysis

6.3.2 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenues & Volume, By Foliar, 2021- 2031F

6.3.3 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenues & Volume, By Fertigation, 2021- 2031F

6.3.4 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenues & Volume, By Soil, 2021- 2031F

7 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Import-Export Trade Statistics

7.1 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Export to Major Countries

7.2 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Imports from Major Countries

8 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Key Performance Indicators

8.1 Adoption rate of controlled-release fertilizers among farmers

8.2 Average increase in crop yield after using controlled-release fertilizers

8.3 Number of government policies supporting the use of controlled-release fertilizers

9 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market - Opportunity Assessment

9.1 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F

9.2 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Opportunity Assessment, By End Use, 2021 & 2031F

9.3 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Opportunity Assessment, By Mode of Application, 2021 & 2031F

10 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market - Competitive Landscape

10.1 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024

10.2 Philippines Controlled-release Fertilizers Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters

11 Company Profiles

12 Recommendations

13 Disclaimer

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