United Kingdom NPK Fertilizer Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Form (Dry, Liquid), By Mode of Application (Fertigation, Foliar, and Others), and United Kingdom NPK Fertilizer Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

United Kingdom NPK Fertilizer Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The United Kingdom NPK Fertilizer Market Size was estimated at USD 2.55 Billion in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 2.00% from 2025 to 2035
• The United Kingdom NPK Fertilizer Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 3.17 Billion by 2035

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, The United Kingdom NPK fertilizer Market Size is Anticipated to reach USD 3.17 Billion By 2035, Growing at a CAGR of 2.00% from 2025 to 2035. The micronutrients are now included in advanced formulations to treat deficiencies and guarantee that crops receive a balanced nutrient package for the best potential development and expansion.

Market Overview

The NPK fertilizer market refers to the industry focused on the production, distribution, and sale of fertilizers containing Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P), and Potassium (K) essential nutrients for plant growth. This market is driven by agricultural demand, technological advancements in fertilizer formulations, and sustainability trends aimed at improving nutrient efficiency and reducing environmental impact. In contemporary horticulture and agriculture, NPK fertilizers are crucial ingredients. The element nitrogen is essential for the growth of leafy greens since it is necessary for synthesizing proteins, enzymes, and chlorophyll. It helps the plant produce robust leaves, which increases its ability to photosynthesize. Phosphorus facilitates the growth of roots, the production of flowers and fruit, and the general movement of energy inside the plant. Potassium improves disease resistance, controls water intake and loss, and supports many metabolic functions. It guarantees that plants can survive environmental shocks and are robust and well-structured. One major reason contributing to the rise in the usage of NPK fertilizers is the expansion of agriculture, which is fueled by factors including population growth, shifting dietary patterns, and the need for food security.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the United Kingdom NPK fertilizer market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyses trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the United Kingdom NPK fertilizer market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the United Kingdom NPK fertilizer market.

Driving Factors

The market's demand for the rising need guarantees productivity. The field of agriculture encompasses more than just staple crops like wheat, rice, and maize; fruits, vegetables, and cash crops are examples of high-value crops that farmers diversify into. NPK fertilizers offer specific nutrient formulations that these crops frequently need to guarantee quality and production. The usage of digital farming solutions, which include programs and other applications to schedule fertilization, evaluate crop health, and interpret soil characteristics, is a significant trend in the NPK fertilizers sector. The market for food-grade NPK fertilizers is anticipated to be driven by an increase in meat and dairy product consumption brought on by increased disposable income and a focus on nutrition. Further, it should grow at a rapid pace due to they feed-grade fertilizers provide animals' meals with more nutrition, which helps them develop faster and gain weight. For expanding agricultural techniques and newly cultivated lands to be sustainable and productive, these fertilizers are essential.

Restraining Factors

The price volatility of raw materials, aquatic ecosystems affect the development of dead zones and toxic algal blooms. Further, emissions of greenhouse gases, mainly nitrous oxide (N2O), are linked to the manufacturing plant through a process that has a major effect on warming is nitrous oxide.

Market Segmentation

The United Kingdom NPK fertilizer market share is classified into form and mode of application.

• The liquid segment held the highest share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The United Kingdom NPK fertilizer market is differentiated by form into dry, and liquid.  Among these, the liquid segment held the highest share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is due to in comparison to solid fertilizers, this formulation enables plants to absorb nutrients more rapidly, producing more immediate results. It is easier to administer uniformly because it is liquid, and it can be utilized in a variety of applications, including used in home gardening and commercial agriculture, due to its adaptability and effective nutrient delivery. Further, they are easy to apply irrigation systems and foliar feeding.

• The fertigation segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a rapid pace during the forecast period.

The United Kingdom NPK fertilizer market is segmented by mode of application into fertigation, foliar, and others. Among these, the fertigation segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a rapid pace during the forecast period. This is because it delivers nutrients straight to the root zone of the plant, precisely regulates the rate and timing of fertilizer administration, guaranteeing that plants receive required for healthy growth. Fertilization and watering together increase the efficiency of nitrogen uptake, decrease nutrient leaching, and also promote the sustainable use of fertilizers, which makes it a useful tactic for the health of vegetable and fruit plants.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the United Kingdom NPK fertilizer market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• NPK Limited
• Fargro Limited
• FGS Organics Ltd
• Law Fertilisers
• Others

Recent Developments:

• In January 2025, Andermatt UK and Biota Nutri announced a collaboration to bring sustainable NPK liquid fertilizers to the UK market. Andermatt will be the exclusive partner for Biota Nutris plant-derived liquid fertilizer range, catering to both horticultural and Home & Garden retail markets.

• In June 2022, CF Fertilisers UK announced a major restructuring to ensure the continued supply of fertiliser, carbon dioxide, and other industrial products to UK customers. CF Fertilisers UK is a key supplier of fertiliser and carbon dioxide, which is critical for food production, industrial processes, and even humane animal slaughter.