Europe Biostimulants Market Trends, Forecast, and Outlook to 2033

Market Overview

The Europe biostimulants market was valued at USD 1.89 Billion in 2024 and is forecast to expand to USD 4.18 Billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 8.79% during 2025-2033. Key market growth drivers include increased consumer demand for organic and green products, advances in biotechnology, and government support for sustainable agriculture. Germany holds the largest market share, benefiting from its strong agricultural sector and sustainable farming focus.

Study Assumption Years

• Base Year: 2024
• Historical Years: 2019-2024
• Forecast Period: 2025-2033

Europe Biostimulants Market Key Takeaways

• The Europe biostimulants market size was USD 1.89 Billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 4.18 Billion by 2033, with a CAGR of 8.79% during 2025-2033.
• Germany dominated the market with over 26.6% share in 2024, driven by innovative and sustainable agriculture.
• Sustainability trends and demand for organic products propel market growth.
• Advancements in microbial and nature-based biostimulants enhance product effectiveness.
• Government incentives promote sustainable agricultural practices across Europe.
• Increasing awareness of environmental health concerns boosts demand for green farming alternatives.

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Market Growth Factors

The sustainable agricultural production along with rising consumer preference for organic and green produce forms the major reason for the growth of biostimulants market in Europe as the farmers use these to improve production and quality without chemicals. Legislation regulating synthetic pesticides increases biostimulants demand for crop management. Biostimulants use next-generation microbial and nature-based biotechnologies to improve plant growth, abiotic and biotic stress tolerance, and nutrient-use efficiency. Governmental encouragement of sustainable agriculture promotes the use of biostimulants in agriculture more broadly.

With awareness of the adverse environmental and health impacts of conventional agriculture on the rise, farmers are developing alternatives such as biostimulants derived from helpful bacteria to increase nitrogen uptake, such as the VIXERAN product released to the market in 2025. These factors combine to drive the market, interact with the regulatory agenda, and influence consumers.

Soil health drives some market growth. Up to 70% of European soils are degraded, and farmers look to biostimulants to restore them and reduce chemical fertilizer inputs. The European Commission has set a target for organic farming of 25% organic land by 2030. In 2022 organic farms covered 10.5% of European Union (EU) land. With over 12 Billion EUR funding, this commitment to organic and safer cultivation (84% of samples had pesticide residues) can lead to increased use of biostimulants to reduce pesticide use and improve agricultural sustainability.

Market Segmentation

• Product Type: Acid-based, Extract-based, Others
• Acid-based: Largest segment at around 57.8% in 2024. Includes amino acids and humic acids that promote growth, stress tolerance, and nutrient uptake. Key in sustainable farming and reducing chemical fertilizer reliance.
• Extract-based: Includes seaweed and other plant extracts used in biostimulants.
• Others: Microbial soil amendments, chitin and chitosan, and additional types.
• Crop Type: Cereals and Grains, Fruits and Vegetables, Turf and Ornamentals, Oilseeds and Pulses, Others
• Cereals and Grains: Held around 55% share in 2024. Essential crops improved by biostimulants enhancing yield, growth, and stress tolerance.
• Form: Dry, Liquid
• Dry: Leading segment in 2024 due to ease of transport, storage, and use, especially under water scarcity.
• Origin: Natural, Synthetic
• Natural: Dominant in 2024. Trending for sustainability and eco-friendly practices aligning with EU regulations and organic farming standards.
• Distribution Channel: Direct, Indirect
• Direct: Leads in 2024, applied directly to crops or soil for rapid benefits and improved plant performance.
• Application: Foliar Treatment, Soil Treatment, Seed Treatment
• Foliar Treatment: Largest segment in 2024 due to fast absorption and effectiveness in boosting crop growth.
• End-User: Farmers, Research Organizations, Others
• Farmers: Leading segment in 2024 due to rising adoption for sustainable farming and yield improvement.
• Country: Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Others
• Germany: Largest share with over 26.6% in 2024, driven by innovation, government support, and precision farming technologies.

Regional Insights

Germany is the dominant market in Europe, accounting for over 26.6% of the biostimulants market share in 2024. The country’s advanced agricultural sector, focus on sustainability, and government initiatives promoting eco-friendly practices contribute significantly. Germany’s adoption of precision farming and large-scale farming operations drive demand for effective biostimulants, positioning it as the leader in the European market.

Recent Developments & News

• February 2025: Belgium-based Fyteko raised EUR 13 Million in Series B funding to expand production and R&D of enzymatic synthesis-based biostimulants helping crops withstand water stress.
• October 2024: BASF and Elicit Plant partnered to advance biostimulants EliSun-a and EliGrain-a for sunflowers and cereals in France. Elicit Plant also secured USD 48 million Series B funding to expand globally.
• September 2024: Rovensa Next’s seaweed-based biostimulant Phylgreen earned CE marking under the EU Fertilizing Products Regulation, allowing marketing across all 27 EU countries.
• March 2024: Helsinki-based UPM Biochemicals launched UPM Solargo, lignin-based bio-stimulants designed to improve crop yield and soil health, marking UPM’s agrochemical market entry.

Key Players

• Syngenta
• Ceres Biotics
• Fyteko
• BASF
• Elicit Plant
• Rovensa Next
• UPM Biochemicals

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