Fertilizer consumption in Philippines
Philippines: Fertilizer consumption was 459.2% in 2023. ◆ Volatile
Fertilizer consumption in Philippines, 1961–2023
Source: FAO electronic files and web site, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), publisher: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). Measured in % of fertilizer production.
Analysis
Philippines recorded 459.2% for fertilizer consumption in 2023.
That represents a change of up 131.2% on the previous year and down 29.1% over ten years.
Over the whole period, fertilizer consumption in Philippines peaked at 7,391.2% in 2010 and was at its lowest, 103.7%, in 1986.
That places Philippines 27th out of 106 countries with data for 2023, putting it in the top quarter.
The series is highly variable year to year, so single readings are best treated with caution.
Fertilizer consumption in Philippines, year by year
| Year | % of fertilizer production | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 1961 | 560.6% | — |
| 1962 | 695.1% | +24.0% |
| 1963 | 715.4% | +2.9% |
| 1964 | 534.5% | -25.3% |
| 1965 | 592.7% | +10.9% |
| 1966 | 287.8% | -51.4% |
| 1967 | 180.8% | -37.2% |
| 1968 | 181.9% | +0.6% |
| 1969 | 219.7% | +20.8% |
| 1970 | 226.7% | +3.2% |
| 1971 | 208.3% | -8.1% |
| 1972 | 198.8% | -4.6% |
| 1973 | 273.5% | +37.6% |
| 1974 | 298.4% | +9.1% |
| 1975 | 243.2% | -18.5% |
| 1976 | 338.4% | +39.2% |
| 1977 | 388.0% | +14.7% |
| 1978 | 380.9% | -1.8% |
| 1979 | 460.7% | +21.0% |
| 1980 | 470.4% | +2.1% |
| 1981 | 403.5% | -14.2% |
| 1982 | 950.2% | +135.5% |
| 1983 | 760.9% | -19.9% |
| 1984 | 886.1% | +16.5% |
| 1985 | 142.9% | -83.9% |
| 1986 | 103.7% | -27.5% |
| 1987 | 152.8% | +47.4% |
| 1988 | 154.6% | +1.2% |
| 1989 | 167.9% | +8.6% |
| 1990 | 170.3% | +1.5% |
| 1991 | 130.7% | -23.3% |
| 1992 | 155.3% | +18.8% |
| 1993 | 165.1% | +6.3% |
| 1994 | 160.5% | -2.8% |
| 1995 | 124.7% | -22.3% |
| 1996 | 139.3% | +11.7% |
| 1997 | 188.1% | +35.1% |
| 1998 | 166.6% | -11.5% |
| 1999 | 198.4% | +19.1% |
| 2000 | 230.7% | +16.2% |
| 2001 | 217.4% | -5.7% |
| 2002 | 171.3% | -21.2% |
| 2003 | 257.6% | +50.4% |
| 2004 | 323.5% | +25.6% |
| 2005 | 288.1% | -10.9% |
| 2006 | 291.8% | +1.3% |
| 2007 | 332.6% | +14.0% |
| 2008 | 755.7% | +127.2% |
| 2009 | 1,197.2% | +58.4% |
| 2010 | 7,391.2% | +517.4% |
| 2011 | 377.2% | -94.9% |
| 2012 | 228.2% | -39.5% |
| 2013 | 647.4% | +183.7% |
| 2014 | 646.6% | -0.1% |
| 2015 | 893.7% | +38.2% |
| 2016 | 715.0% | -20.0% |
| 2017 | 652.9% | -8.7% |
| 2018 | 366.2% | -43.9% |
| 2019 | 1,403.6% | +283.3% |
| 2020 | 658.2% | -53.1% |
| 2021 | 329.5% | -49.9% |
| 2022 | 198.6% | -39.7% |
| 2023 | 459.2% | +131.2% |
Averages by decade
| Decade | Average | Lowest | Highest | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 441.0% | 180.8% | 715.4% | 9 |
| 1970s | 301.7% | 198.8% | 460.7% | 10 |
| 1980s | 419.3% | 103.7% | 950.2% | 10 |
| 1990s | 159.9% | 124.7% | 198.4% | 10 |
| 2000s | 406.6% | 171.3% | 1,197.2% | 10 |
| 2010s | 1,332.2% | 228.2% | 7,391.2% | 10 |
| 2020s | 411.4% | 198.6% | 658.2% | 4 |
Countries ranked near Philippines
- 24 South Africa 491.1% compare
- 25 North Korea 472.4% compare
- 26 Myanmar 467.7% compare
- 28 El Salvador 453.9% compare
- 29 Thailand 423.3% compare
- 30 Colombia 411.6% compare
More agriculture & rural data for Philippines
- Agriculture, forestry, and fishing, value added (current US$), annual -0.2488 % change on previous year (2025)
- Agriculture, forestry, and fishing, value added (current US$), per 0.0859 current US$ per US$ of GDP (2025)
- Agriculture, forestry, and fishing, value added (current US$), per 358.34 current US$ per person (2025)
- Rural population, annual growth rate 0.0874 % change on previous year (2025)
- Rural population, per unit of GDP 0.0001 units per US$ of GDP (2025)
- Rural population, per capita 0.4423 units per person (2025)
- Share of GDP from agriculture 8.6% (2025)
- Agriculture as a share of GDP vs. GDP per capita 8.6% (2025)
- Agricultural raw materials exports 1.1% (2024)
- Agricultural raw materials imports 0.6% (2024)
Frequently asked questions
- What is fertilizer consumption in Philippines?
- Fertilizer consumption in Philippines was 459.2% in 2023, according to FAO electronic files and web site, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), publisher: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).
- What is the highest fertilizer consumption recorded in Philippines?
- The highest recorded value was 7,391.2% in 2010.
- What is the lowest fertilizer consumption recorded in Philippines?
- The lowest recorded value was 103.7% in 1986.
- How does Philippines rank for fertilizer consumption?
- Philippines ranks 27th out of 106 countries with data for 2023.
- Is fertilizer consumption rising or falling in Philippines?
- Over the last ten years it is down 29.1%. The long-run trend across the full record is volatile.
- Where does this Philippines data come from?
- The figures come from FAO electronic files and web site, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), publisher: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), published as part of Fertilizer consumption (% of fertilizer production). Statizoid updates them automatically from the source API.
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About this data
Fertilizer consumption measures the quantity of plant nutrients and is calculated as production plus imports minus exports. Fertilizer products cover nitrogenous, potash, and phosphate fertilizers (including ground rock phosphate). Traditional nutrients--animal and plant manures--are not included. Because some chemical compounds used for fertilizers have other industrial applications, the consumption data may overstate the quantity available for crops. Fertilizer consumption as a share of production shows the agriculture sector's vulnerability to import and energy price fluctuation. Most fertilizers that are commonly used in agriculture contain the three basic plant nutrients-nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Some fertilizers also contain certain micronutrients such as zinc and other metals that are necessary for plant growth. Materials that are applied to the land primarily to enhance soil characteristics (rather than as plant food) are commonly referred to as soil amendments.