US Boron Fertilizer Market Size Likely to Grow at a CAGR of 4.79% By 2034

The US Boron Fertilizer Market size is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 4.79% from 2025 to 2034. The market is expected to reach USD 502.91 Million by 2034, up from USD 322.43 Million in 2025.

Overview

Research Analyst of CMI, with a background of expertise in industry trends, anticipates continuous development in the U.S. boron fertilizer market based on a growing focus on sustainable crop inputs and precision agriculture technologies. The rate of Agri-tech adoption of remote sensors, Internet of Things (IoT) enabled soil monitors, GPS-driven application systems, and data-supported nutrient management is improving the use-efficiency of boron and also creating custom programs for micronutrient application in order to increase yield from lower waste.

In conjunction with the Agri-tech impact, fertilizer manufacturers, ag-tech developers, and outlets for distribution are working together to design new commercial channels for improved products with both domestic and foreign consumer interest in boron-based products. The regulatory environment is also more favorable for supportive elements in relation to sustainable farming practices, adapting infrastructure for precision applications, and producers becoming more incentivized for premium, environmentally meaningful products for crop fertility, adding to the factors that are contributing to the uptick in boron fertilizer use faster than has historically been the case.

Key Trends & Drivers

• Growing Attention to High-Value Crops: Increased planting of high-value crops like vegetables, fruits, and oilseeds is generating greater demand for boron. Farmers are using boron fertilizers to improve product quality, crop yield, and marketability.

• Awareness of Soil Micronutrient Deficiencies: Growing awareness of widespread boron-deficient soils in important agricultural regions of the U.S.A. is stimulating boron adoption. State government extension programs and soil testing are also contributing to the increased demand for boron fertilizers.

• Advancements in Application Technology: Advancements in precision farming, fertigation, and foliar spray technology have made boron fertilizers an easy application with greater efficiency, which may be encouraging farmers to use boron in more specialized formulations. This includes liquid boron fertilizers.

• Expansion of Biofuels and Edible Oil Demand: Growing demand for soybeans, sunflowers, and canola, which are major feedstocks for edible oils and biofuels, will also create an ongoing demand for boron fertilizers, as these crops need boron for optimal pod and seed development.

Report Scope

Swot Analysis

• Strengths: The USA has a good domestic boron production capability supported by established producers such as U.S. Borax (Rio Tinto), Searles Valley Minerals, and American Borate Company, creating a secure supply chain and market strength. Micronutrient management is being recognized by forward-thinking farmers, and larger agricultural businesses are putting more emphasis on boron fertilizers. When added during the growing season for high-value crops like almonds, grapes, citrus, and corn, boron provides additional benefit for improving the yield and quality of the product grown. National distribution through cooperatives, fertilizer retail, and online purchasing increases accessibility in farm communities and provides a stable supply for producers.

• Weaknesses: Despite boron’s benefits, there continues to be a lack of awareness/understanding of boron among small and mid-size farmers, which inhibits the adoption of boron fertilizers. Many of these farmers only focus on NPK fertilizers. Additionally, boron fertilizer is typically more expensive than other, traditional forms of fertilizer, which can cause farmers who are price sensitive to be hesitant to adopt boron as a fertilizer. There is also uncertainty with over-application due to the low threshold for boron deficiency and toxicity risks, which leads to a lack of confidence by farmers in boron, since the margins at which a farmer can cause deficiency or toxicity are narrow. The U.S. market for boron fertilizer is still a niche commodity, a much smaller segment than that of the traditional fertilizer market, which affects extensive investment and possibilities for growth.

• Opportunities: Government and private groups are looking at ways to improve soil health and implement sustainable agricultural practices to increase soil micronutrients, and this creates tremendous opportunities, in this case for boron fertilizers. Specialty fertilizers and custom nutrient blends, as well as slow-release and foliar products, continue to gain traction globally, allowing manufacturers to consider new products in this area. In the U.S., farmers are changing to organic and regenerative farming systems more and more, creating demand for boron fertilizers as these systems usually support soil fertility benefits through more optimal utilization of micronutrients. Furthermore, through some of the advancements in new technology, there is increased efficiency in adapting nutrient management plans, as well as allowing producers to develop customized nutrient management plans based on crops and region with precision agriculture, nutrient monitoring based on AI, and digital soil mapping.

• Threats: The market in the United States is still marginally reliant on imports of boron products that are found in the world from suppliers such as Eti Maden (Turkey) and Quiborax (Chile), which creates a risk of disruption of supply and price volatility. Increased regulatory scrutiny around the use of fertilizer, sustainability, & application safety could impose additional costs of compliance for manufacturers & result in restrictions against the overuse of boron. Additionally, competing micronutrient products or seed treatments/substitutes could lower the uptake of boron and boron-based products. Other wider external threats from commodity price swings, import restrictions, and macroeconomic challenges, i.e., inflation and reduced farm income, could deeply affect farmer purchasing power and overall demand.

List of the prominent players in the US Boron Fertilizer Market:

• US Borax (Rio Tinto)
• Searles Valley Minerals
• American Borate Company
• Boron Specialties, LLC
• The Mosaic Company
• Eti Maden
• Quiborax SA
• Minera Santa Rita SRL
• SQM (Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile)
• 3M Company
• Borax Argentina S.A.
• Valagro SpA
• The Fertilizer Institute
• Yara International ASA
• Rose Mill Co.
• Others

The US Boron Fertilizer Market is segmented as follows:

By Formulation Type

• Granular
• Liquid

By Crop Type

• Cereals & Grains
• Vegetables
• Oil Crops

By Distribution Channel

• Direct Sales
• Distributors
• Online Retail
• Wholesale

By End-User

• Farmers
• Smallholder Farmers
• Commercial Farmers