Digital Soil Mapping Market Size, Share, Trends, Growth and Forecast 2030

Report Description

Forecast Period	2026-2030
Market Size (2024)	USD 147.61 Million
CAGR (2025-2030)	7.80%
Fastest Growing Segment	GIS
Largest Market	North America
Market Size (2030)	USD 231.65 Million

Market Overview

The Global Digital Soil Mapping Market, valued at USD 147.61 Million in 2024, is projected to experience a CAGR of 7.80% to reach USD 231.65 Million by 2030. Digital soil mapping (DSM) is the computer-assisted creation of digital maps detailing soil types and properties, integrating field observations, laboratory analyses, and environmental data through quantitative relationships. The market is primarily driven by the increasing global adoption of precision agriculture, which aims to optimize resource utilization and enhance crop yields, alongside a growing emphasis on sustainable agricultural practices and the necessity for improved agricultural productivity to meet rising food demand. According to the USDA Economic Research Service, in 2023, soil maps were utilized on 68 percent of large-scale crop-producing farms in the United States.

A significant impediment to market expansion is the substantial initial investment required for advanced equipment, sophisticated software, and the specialized human expertise necessary for effective digital soil mapping implementation. This financial barrier and the demand for technical proficiency can limit widespread adoption, particularly among smaller agricultural enterprises and in developing economies, thereby hindering broader market penetration.

Key Market Drivers

Advancements in geospatial and remote sensing technologies significantly drive the global digital soil mapping market by providing detailed, accessible data for soil analysis. Innovations in satellite imagery and drone technology enhance data collection on soil properties, facilitating accurate digital soil maps with finer spatial resolution and frequent acquisition. According to Farmonaut, in its "Crop Monitoring Market 2024: Key Technologies & Trends" article, published in 2024, satellite crop imagery adoption in precision agriculture has increased by 45% globally since 2020. This reliance on advanced tools parallels increasing adoption of precision agriculture practices. Farmers integrating data-driven approaches to optimize resource utilization necessitate granular soil data. Precision agriculture techniques, including variable rate applications, rely on accurate soil maps for informed irrigation and fertilization. According to the USDA Economic Research Service, in December 2024, its "America's Farms and Ranches at a Glance" report stated that guidance autosteering systems were used by 70 percent of large-scale crop-producing farms in 2023. This widespread implementation fuels demand for digital soil mapping solutions.

This convergence of technological progress and practical agricultural application drives overall digital farming solution expansion. Digital soil mapping provides foundational data empowering precise interventions, enhancing productivity and fostering sustainable agricultural practices. According to Farmonaut, in 2024, the global smart crop monitoring market was valued at approximately USD 2.74 billion. This market valuation highlights continued investment in technologies supporting agricultural intelligence.

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Key Market Challenges

A significant impediment to the growth of the Global Digital Soil Mapping Market is the substantial initial investment required for effective implementation. This financial outlay encompasses specialized equipment, sophisticated software, and the necessary human expertise for data acquisition and analysis. These high upfront costs create a considerable financial barrier, particularly for smaller agricultural enterprises and in developing economies, thereby restricting broader market penetration.

The economic implications of this barrier directly hamper market expansion by limiting the customer base capable of adopting digital soil mapping technologies. According to the USDA Economic Research Service, in 2023, approximately 86 percent of all farms in the United States were classified as small family farms. These operations often possess limited capital and access to financing, making the considerable investment in digital soil mapping infrastructure prohibitive. Consequently, a large segment of the agricultural sector remains unable to leverage these advanced tools, impeding the overall expansion and adoption rates of digital soil mapping solutions on a global scale. The demand for technical proficiency further exacerbates this challenge, as training and retaining skilled personnel add to the operational costs, posing an additional obstacle to widespread adoption.

Key Market Trends

Advanced AI and Machine Learning Integration in Soil Analysis represents a significant evolution in digital soil mapping, shifting beyond basic data capture to sophisticated interpretation and predictive modeling. These technologies enable precise analysis of complex soil characteristics, identifying subtle patterns and correlations that human observation or traditional statistical methods might miss. This leads to highly accurate and actionable insights for nutrient management, irrigation scheduling, and crop protection. According to the Irish Farmers' Association, in 2024, approximately 40-50% of European farms utilized precision agriculture technologies, indicating a substantial foundation for further AI integration. Companies are actively investing in these capabilities; Yara International announced in November 2023 the expansion of its digital farming platform, integrating enhanced machine learning algorithms to provide more precise nutrient recommendations based on real-time soil data collected from its network of agronomists and sensor deployments across multiple regions. This integration enhances the value proposition of digital soil maps by providing prescriptive guidance, thereby fostering greater adoption within the agricultural sector.

The expansion of Digital Soil Mapping into carbon sequestration markets is a pivotal trend, driven by global environmental initiatives and the emerging value of agricultural carbon credits. Digital soil maps are essential tools for accurately monitoring, reporting, and verifying changes in soil organic carbon levels, providing the foundational data needed for farmers to participate in carbon farming programs. U. S. Farmers & Ranchers in Action (USFRA), in a November 2024 report, underscored the significant potential for U. S. agriculture to achieve greenhouse gas negativity through practices that improve soil health and sequester carbon, highlighting the role of precise measurement. This trend creates new revenue streams for farmers and expands the market application for digital soil mapping providers beyond traditional yield optimization. For instance, Nori announced in June 2024 the issuance of over 125,000 Regenerative Tonnes from the Bayer Carbon Program in the U. S. , representing soil carbon removal credits validated on its marketplace, demonstrating the practical application of digital tools in this new market segment.

Segmental Insights

In the Global Digital Soil Mapping Market, the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) segment is experiencing rapid expansion due to its fundamental role in processing and visualizing complex soil data. GIS technology facilitates the integration of diverse spatial information, including remote sensing data and field observations, to generate highly accurate and detailed soil property maps. This capability is critical for supporting precision agriculture practices, enabling optimized crop yield management and promoting sustainable land use by providing actionable insights into soil health and nutrient levels. The system's ability to efficiently analyze large volumes of georeferenced data and produce high-resolution outputs for various applications drives its increasing adoption across agricultural and environmental sectors.

Regional Insights

North America leads the Global Digital Soil Mapping Market due to its highly developed agricultural sector and extensive adoption of precision agriculture practices. The region benefits from substantial investments in advanced technologies, including remote sensing, GIS, and machine learning, which are critical for detailed soil analysis and efficient resource management. Furthermore, robust research and development infrastructure, coupled with strong government support for digital agriculture initiatives, such as those from the U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), drives continuous innovation and widespread integration of digital soil mapping solutions on farms. The presence of major agribusinesses actively investing in optimizing crop production also contributes significantly to this market dominance.

Recent Developments

In September 2025, BASF's Xarvio Digital Farming Solutions introduced a new Soil Sampling feature as part of its Nutrition module at the CREA 2025 Congress. This georeferenced sampling tool is designed to provide farmers with more precise soil data, thereby enhancing precision agriculture practices. Integrating this capability into the Xarvio platform facilitates more informed and sustainable agronomic decisions, particularly in nutrient management. This development supports targeted interventions and improved resource efficiency, reinforcing its relevance within the Global Digital Soil Mapping Market.

In February 2025, EarthOptics, a company specializing in soil digitization and predictive agronomy, partnered with Farmers Independent Research of Seed Technologies (FIRST). Under this collaboration, EarthOptics will serve as the exclusive provider of soil sample analysis for the 2025 FIRST Trials. The company plans to conduct TruNutrient and TruBio analyses on samples from every FIRST plot, offering detailed insights into soil fertility, potential pest risks, and pathogen presence. This initiative within the Global Digital Soil Mapping Market aims to help farmers better understand the profound impact of soil conditions on seed performance and yield.

In August 2024, CropX Ltd. and CNH Industrial N.V. announced a collaboration by introducing an API integration between the CropX farm management system and CNH Industrial’s Case IH and New Holland equipment. This partnership automates data transfer, streamlining operations for visualization, accurate record-keeping, efficient planning, and precise variable-rate applications within the Global Digital Soil Mapping Market. The integration enhances the connectivity between advanced analytical platforms and agricultural machinery, facilitating data-driven decisions and optimized field management that contribute to improved agricultural outcomes.

In July 2024, Veris Technologies launched CoreScan™, an automated soil sensor probe, representing a significant new product in the Global Digital Soil Mapping Market. This innovative tool is engineered to generate high-definition maps of critical soil properties, including compaction, nutrient levels, water storage capacity, and organic matter content. The detailed insights provided by CoreScan™ equip farmers with comprehensive information about their soil profiles, enabling more precise decision-making for agricultural management. This technology aims to optimize the efficient use of resources and enhance overall crop productivity, supporting sustainable farming practices.

Key Market Players

SoilOptix (Hubei Forbon Technologies & Practical Precision)
Veris Technologies, Inc.
Crop Nutrition Laboratory Services Ltd.
Soil-Right Consulting Services, Inc.
SmartCloudFarming GmbH
H L Hutchinson Limited

By Technology	By Parameter	By Application	By End User	By Region
Soil Spectroscopy & Proximal Soil Sensing GIS Remote Sensing Systems LiDAR Technology Others	Soil pH Soil Organic Matter Available Nitrogen/Phosphorous/Potassium Others	Soil Management Ecosystem Enhancement Climate Change Abatement Quality Food Production Others	Soil Scientists Research & Academic Institutions Government & Federal/Agencies Agronomists Others	North America Europe Asia Pacific South America Middle East & Africa

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Digital Soil Mapping Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Digital Soil Mapping Market, By Technology:

o Soil Spectroscopy & Proximal Soil Sensing

o GIS

o Remote Sensing Systems

o LiDAR Technology

o Others

Digital Soil Mapping Market, By Parameter:

o Soil pH

o Soil Organic Matter

o Available Nitrogen/Phosphorous/Potassium

o Others

Digital Soil Mapping Market, By Application:

o Soil Management

o Ecosystem Enhancement

o Climate Change Abatement

o Quality Food Production

o Others

Digital Soil Mapping Market, By End User:

o Soil Scientists

o Research & Academic Institutions

o Government & Federal/Agencies

o Agronomists

o Others

Digital Soil Mapping Market, By Region:

o North America

§ United States

§ Canada

§ Mexico

o Europe

§ France

§ United Kingdom

§ Italy

§ Germany

§ Spain

o Asia Pacific

§ China

§ India

§ Japan

§ Australia

§ South Korea

o South America

§ Brazil

§ Argentina

§ Colombia

o Middle East & Africa

§ South Africa

§ Saudi Arabia

§ UAE

Competitive Landscape

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Table of content

1. Product Overview

1.1. Market Definition

1.2. Scope of the Market

1.2.1. Markets Covered

1.2.2. Years Considered for Study

1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Objective of the Study

2.2. Baseline Methodology

2.3. Key Industry Partners

2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources

2.5. Forecasting Methodology

2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation

2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview of the Market

3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations

3.3. Overview of Key Market Players

3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries

3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends

4. Voice of Customer

5. Global Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

5.1. Market Size & Forecast

5.1.1. By Value

5.2. Market Share & Forecast

5.2.1. By Technology (Soil Spectroscopy & Proximal Soil Sensing, GIS, Remote Sensing Systems, LiDAR Technology, Others)

5.2.2. By Parameter (Soil pH, Soil Organic Matter, Available Nitrogen/Phosphorous/Potassium, Others)

5.2.3. By Application (Soil Management, Ecosystem Enhancement, Climate Change Abatement, Quality Food Production, Others)

5.2.4. By End User (Soil Scientists, Research & Academic Institutions, Government & Federal/Agencies, Agronomists, Others)

5.2.5. By Region

5.2.6. By Company (2024)

5.3. Market Map

6. North America Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.1.1. By Value

6.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.2.1. By Technology

6.2.2. By Parameter

6.2.3. By Application

6.2.4. By End User

6.2.5. By Country

6.3. North America: Country Analysis

6.3.1. United States Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.3.1.1.1. By Value

6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.3.1.2.1. By Technology

6.3.1.2.2. By Parameter

6.3.1.2.3. By Application

6.3.1.2.4. By End User

6.3.2. Canada Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.3.2.1.1. By Value

6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.3.2.2.1. By Technology

6.3.2.2.2. By Parameter

6.3.2.2.3. By Application

6.3.2.2.4. By End User

6.3.3. Mexico Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.3.3.1.1. By Value

6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.3.3.2.1. By Technology

6.3.3.2.2. By Parameter

6.3.3.2.3. By Application

6.3.3.2.4. By End User

7. Europe Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.1.1. By Value

7.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.2.1. By Technology

7.2.2. By Parameter

7.2.3. By Application

7.2.4. By End User

7.2.5. By Country

7.3. Europe: Country Analysis

7.3.1. Germany Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.1.1.1. By Value

7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.1.2.1. By Technology

7.3.1.2.2. By Parameter

7.3.1.2.3. By Application

7.3.1.2.4. By End User

7.3.2. France Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.2.1.1. By Value

7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.2.2.1. By Technology

7.3.2.2.2. By Parameter

7.3.2.2.3. By Application

7.3.2.2.4. By End User

7.3.3. United Kingdom Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.3.1.1. By Value

7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.3.2.1. By Technology

7.3.3.2.2. By Parameter

7.3.3.2.3. By Application

7.3.3.2.4. By End User

7.3.4. Italy Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.4.1.1. By Value

7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.4.2.1. By Technology

7.3.4.2.2. By Parameter

7.3.4.2.3. By Application

7.3.4.2.4. By End User

7.3.5. Spain Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.5.1.1. By Value

7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.5.2.1. By Technology

7.3.5.2.2. By Parameter

7.3.5.2.3. By Application

7.3.5.2.4. By End User

8. Asia Pacific Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.1.1. By Value

8.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.2.1. By Technology

8.2.2. By Parameter

8.2.3. By Application

8.2.4. By End User

8.2.5. By Country

8.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis

8.3.1. China Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.1.1.1. By Value

8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.1.2.1. By Technology

8.3.1.2.2. By Parameter

8.3.1.2.3. By Application

8.3.1.2.4. By End User

8.3.2. India Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.2.1.1. By Value

8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.2.2.1. By Technology

8.3.2.2.2. By Parameter

8.3.2.2.3. By Application

8.3.2.2.4. By End User

8.3.3. Japan Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.3.1.1. By Value

8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.3.2.1. By Technology

8.3.3.2.2. By Parameter

8.3.3.2.3. By Application

8.3.3.2.4. By End User

8.3.4. South Korea Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.4.1.1. By Value

8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.4.2.1. By Technology

8.3.4.2.2. By Parameter

8.3.4.2.3. By Application

8.3.4.2.4. By End User

8.3.5. Australia Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.5.1.1. By Value

8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.5.2.1. By Technology

8.3.5.2.2. By Parameter

8.3.5.2.3. By Application

8.3.5.2.4. By End User

9. Middle East & Africa Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.1.1. By Value

9.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.2.1. By Technology

9.2.2. By Parameter

9.2.3. By Application

9.2.4. By End User

9.2.5. By Country

9.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis

9.3.1. Saudi Arabia Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.3.1.1.1. By Value

9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.3.1.2.1. By Technology

9.3.1.2.2. By Parameter

9.3.1.2.3. By Application

9.3.1.2.4. By End User

9.3.2. UAE Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.3.2.1.1. By Value

9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.3.2.2.1. By Technology

9.3.2.2.2. By Parameter

9.3.2.2.3. By Application

9.3.2.2.4. By End User

9.3.3. South Africa Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.3.3.1.1. By Value

9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.3.3.2.1. By Technology

9.3.3.2.2. By Parameter

9.3.3.2.3. By Application

9.3.3.2.4. By End User

10. South America Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.1.1. By Value

10.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.2.1. By Technology

10.2.2. By Parameter

10.2.3. By Application

10.2.4. By End User

10.2.5. By Country

10.3. South America: Country Analysis

10.3.1. Brazil Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.3.1.1.1. By Value

10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.3.1.2.1. By Technology

10.3.1.2.2. By Parameter

10.3.1.2.3. By Application

10.3.1.2.4. By End User

10.3.2. Colombia Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.3.2.1.1. By Value

10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.3.2.2.1. By Technology

10.3.2.2.2. By Parameter

10.3.2.2.3. By Application

10.3.2.2.4. By End User

10.3.3. Argentina Digital Soil Mapping Market Outlook

10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.3.3.1.1. By Value

10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.3.3.2.1. By Technology

10.3.3.2.2. By Parameter

10.3.3.2.3. By Application

10.3.3.2.4. By End User

11. Market Dynamics

11.1. Drivers

11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)

12.2. Product Launches (If Any)

12.3. Recent Developments

13. Global Digital Soil Mapping Market: SWOT Analysis

14. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

14.1. Competition in the Industry

14.2. Potential of New Entrants

14.3. Power of Suppliers

14.4. Power of Customers

14.5. Threat of Substitute Products

15. Competitive Landscape

15.1. SoilOptix (Hubei Forbon Technologies & Practical Precision)

15.1.1. Business Overview

15.1.2. Products & Services

15.1.3. Recent Developments

15.1.4. Key Personnel

15.1.5. SWOT Analysis

15.2. Veris Technologies, Inc.

15.3. Crop Nutrition Laboratory Services Ltd.

15.4. Soil-Right Consulting Services, Inc.

15.5. SmartCloudFarming GmbH

15.6. H L Hutchinson Limited

16. Strategic Recommendations

17. About Us & Disclaimer

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