Industry Statistics and Trends
Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Europe key trends
Fertiliser manufacturers grapple with volatile prices.
Soaring prices in 2022 inflated industry revenue, but profitability has suffered as a result.
Organic farming threatens demand for fertiliser.
Organic farming prohibits the use of synthetic fertilisers in favour of organic ones, like manure.
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Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2012-2030. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Europe market size (2020-2025)
Industry revenue has grown at a CAGR of 0.8 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €51.9bn in 2025.
Trends and Insights
Falling mineral fertiliser use dampens industry revenue
- Mineral or inorganic fertilisers are concentrated nutrients from mined minerals (like phosphorus) or synthetic processes (like nitrogen and ammonia). Mineral fertilisers account for most of the fertiliser used in Europe and for the bulk of industry revenue.
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Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Europe outlook (2025-2030)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Growing reliance on imported feedstocks could spell bad news for fertiliser manufacturers
- Ammonia is a key ingredient in fertiliser manufacturing. It’s present in all nitrogenous and mixed fertilisers, which make up the bulk of industry revenue. Producing ammonia is a costly process, usually involving the Haber-Bosch process, which combines nitrogen and hydrogen at high temperatures. Most of the large fertiliser manufacturers like Yara and BASF have their own ammonia plants to reduce costs through vertical integration.
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Revenue
€51.9bn
Employees
148k
Wages
€X.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
Bottom 5 Countries
- North Macedonia -13.1%
- Bosnia & Herzegovina -5.6%
- Serbia -5.5%
- Romania -3.1%
- Lithuania -1.8%
* CAGR values are for the years 2020-2025.
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Biggest companies in the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2025 | Revenue (€m)
2025 | Profit (€m)
2025 | Profit Margin (%)
2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Yara International ASA | 13,045.3 | 495.7 | 3.8 | |
Grupa Azoty SA | 5,719.0 | 204.9 | 3.6 | |
K+S AG | 5,994.3 | 2,140.6 | 35.7 |
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Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Europe
Products & Services Segmentation
Industry revenue broken down by key product and services lines.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing industry in Europe in 2025?
The market size of the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing industry in Europe is €51.9bn in 2025.
How many businesses are there in the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing industry in Europe in 2025?
There are 2,509 businesses in the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 1.7 % between 2020 and 2025.
Has the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing industry in Europe has been growing at a CAGR of 0.8 % between 2020 and 2025.
What is the forecast growth of the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing industry in Europe include?
Nitrogen and Potassium are part of the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing industry in Europe.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing industry is Spain.
How competitive is the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing industry in Europe?
The level of competition is high and steady in the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Spain
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in France
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Hungary
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in the UK
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Germany
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Finland
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Croatia
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Lithuania
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Austria
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Romania
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Norway
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Poland
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Slovenia
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Bulgaria
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Iceland
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in the UK
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Germany
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Greece
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Russia
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Czechia
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Sweden
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Turkey
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Ireland
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Estonia
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Europe
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Portugal
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in the Netherlands
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Serbia
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Belgium
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Italy
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Denmark
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Latvia
- Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Bosnia & Herzegovina
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
This industry covers companies that manufacture fertilisers. This includes the production of simple and complex nitrogen, phosphate and potassium fertilisers, alongside urea, raw phosphates, potassium salts and related nitrogen compounds like ammonia, nitric acid and various ammonium and potassium salts. It also includes companies that manufacture associated nitrogen products, as well as potting soil and potting soil mixtures comprising natural soil, sand, clays, and minerals.
Related Terms
AmmoniaFeedstockCompound FertiliserWhat's included in this industry?
NitrogenPotassiumSulphurPhosphorusOrganic fertiliserCompanies
Yara International ASAGrupa Azoty SAK+S AGIndustry Code
2012 - Manufacture of fertilizers and nitrogen compounds in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
Falling mineral fertiliser use dampens industry revenue
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Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2025 Revenue Growth
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Employees in the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Business in the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Profit in the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine drives demand for fertiliser. Ukraine is one of the largest producers of cereals, so following disruptions, other countries sought to increase their yields, leading farmers to turn to fertilisers.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Europe industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Largest Importer
- Smallest Importer
- Total Imports into Europe
- Largest Exporter
- Smallest Exporter
- Total Exports into Europe
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2025)
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2025)
Industry Geographic Breakdown
Data Tables
Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:
- Revenue (2025)
- IVA (2025)
- Enterprises (2025)
- Employment (2025)
- Exports (2025)
- Imports (2025)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Larger firms leverage economies of scale. Larger companies can leverage their financial and capital resources to lower operating costs, making them more competitive.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2020-2025)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 9 companies by market share:
- Market share (2025)
- Revenue (2025)
- Profit (2025)
- Profit Margin (2025)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for Yara International ASA
- Countries of operation for Grupa Azoty SA
- Countries of operation for K+S AG
- Countries of operation for BASF SE
- Countries of operation for Fertiberia Corporate SLU
- Countries of operation for EuroChem Group AG
- Countries of operation for Acron Group
- Countries of operation for OCI NV
- Countries of operation for Kemira Oyj
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Manufacturers must comply with strict regulations. Fertilisers must meet specific nutrient contents, safety and environmental requirements.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Persistently high costs dampen profitability. Natural gas prices increased significantly following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, pushing up production costs and squeezing manufacturers’ profit.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Fertiliser & Nitrogen Compound Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Imports/Demand (2015-2030)
- Exports/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Revenue per Employee (2015-2030)
- Wages/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Employees per Establishment (2015-2030)
- Average Wage (2015-2030)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and bottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2025)
- Business Growth (2025)
- Job Growth (2025)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2025)
- Imports/Demand (2025)
- Exports/Revenue (2025)
- Revenue per Employee (2025)
- Wages/Revenue (2025)
- Employees per Establishment (2025)
- Average Wage (2025)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2015-2030)
- IVA (2015-2030)
- Establishments (2015-2030)
- Enterprises (2015-2030)
- Employment (2015-2030)
- Exports (2015-2030)
- Imports (2015-2030)
- Wages (2015-2030)
Methodology
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