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PUBLISHED: 2024 ID: SMRC26929
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Pesticides Market Forecasts to 2030 - Global Analysis By Type (Insecticides, Herbicides, Fungicides, Rodenticides, Nematicides and Other Types), Crop Type, Formulation, Mode Of Action, Application and By Geography

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Published: 2024 ID: SMRC26929

This report covers the impact of COVID-19 on this global market
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According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Pesticides Market is accounted for $47.35 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach $90.65 billion by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 9.5% during the forecast period. Pesticides are chemicals or biological agents used to prevent, control, or eliminate pests that harm crops, livestock, or human health. They help reduce crop losses and lower the risk of food borne illnesses by maintaining the quality and safety of produce. Pesticides also enable farmers to grow a wider variety of crops in diverse environments.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) data, India Government has initiated the use of bioinsecticides as part of Integrated Pest Management (IPM), employing cultural, mechanical, and biological pest control methods. It is promoted by Central Integrated Pest Management Centers (CIPMCs) through programs like Farmers Field Schools and training initiatives.

Market Dynamics: 

Driver: 

Increasing adoption of modern farming techniques

Increasing adoption of modern farming techniques, such as precision agriculture and integrated pest management, enhances pest control efficiency. Precision agriculture uses technology to target pests more accurately, reducing overall pesticide use while improving crop yields. Integrated pest management combines chemical, biological, and cultural methods to optimize pest control and minimize environmental impact. These advanced techniques increase the effectiveness of pesticide applications and support higher productivity, thereby boosting demand for innovative and tailored pesticide solutions.

Restraint:

Environmental and health concerns

Environmental and health concerns arise from pesticide use due to potential risks such as contamination of soil and water, harm to non-target species, and human health issues like respiratory problems and cancer. These concerns lead to stricter regulations, increased scrutiny, and the push for safer alternatives. As a result, market growth can be hampered by higher compliance costs, reduced availability of certain products, and consumer demand for organic and sustainable farming practices.

Opportunity:

Innovations in pesticide formulations

Advanced formulations, such as slow-release or targeted delivery systems, increase pest control efficiency and reduce the volume of chemicals needed. Innovations also lead to the development of pesticides with lower toxicity to non-target organisms and reduced environmental impact. These advancements support sustainable agricultural practices and comply with stricter regulations. Improved formulations also address challenges like pest resistance, making pesticides more effective and appealing to farmers. Consequently, these innovations contribute to increased adoption and market expansion.

Threat:

Sustainability and organic farming trends

Organic farming emphasizes natural pest control methods and avoids conventional pesticides, driven by consumer demand for eco-friendly and health-conscious products. This shift leads to a decrease in pesticide usage and market demand. Additionally, sustainable practices often involve integrated pest management, which relies on alternative methods rather than chemical solutions. As more farmers adopt these practices, the market for traditional pesticides contracts, impacting overall growth in the sector.

Covid-19 Impact

The covid-19 pandemic significantly impacted the pesticides market by disrupting supply chains, causing delays in production and distribution. Lockdowns and restrictions affected agricultural activities and reduced demand for certain pesticides. Conversely, the crisis highlighted the importance of food security, leading to increased interest in crop protection solutions. The market saw a shift towards more sustainable and innovative pest management practices. Overall, while the pandemic caused short-term challenges, it accelerated trends toward efficiency and sustainability in the pesticide industry.

The ready-to-use segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

The ready-to-use segment is estimated to have a lucrative growth. Ready-to-use pesticides are pre-mixed formulations that require no additional preparation or dilution before application. They come in convenient forms like sprays or granules, making them easy for consumers to apply directly to affected areas. Ideal for immediate pest control, these products offer effective solutions for common household and garden pests. Their ease of use and quick action are key benefits, though it's important to follow safety instructions to avoid potential hazards. 

The agricultural segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

The agricultural segment is anticipated to witness the highest CAGR growth during the forecast period. Pesticides in agricultural applications are chemicals used to protect crops from pests, diseases, and weeds. They enhance crop yield and quality by controlling unwanted organisms that can damage plants. However, their use raises concerns about environmental impact, including potential harm to non-target species, soil health, and water contamination. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices aim to balance effectiveness with minimizing negative effects on ecosystems and human health.

Region with largest share:

Asia Pacific is projected to hold the largest market share during the forecast period due to increasing agricultural activities, rising demand for food security, and advancements in crop protection technologies. Key factors driving this growth include expanding arable land, adoption of modern farming practices, and government initiatives supporting agricultural development. Countries like China and India dominate the market, with a strong focus on enhancing yield and managing pest resistance. The market is also witnessing a shift towards bio-pesticides and sustainable solutions, reflecting a growing emphasis on eco-friendly practices.

Region with highest CAGR:

North America is projected to have the highest CAGR over the forecast period, owing to advanced agricultural practices, high crop yield demands, and increasing adoption of precision farming technologies. Regulatory frameworks in the U.S. and Canada are stringent, impacting product development and approval. Key players in the region include Bayer, Corteva, and Syngenta. The market is also influenced by trends in organic farming and sustainable agriculture. Overall, growth is supported by increasing demand for efficient and environmentally friendly pest control methods.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players profiled in the Pesticides Market include BASF SE, Bayer AG, Syngenta, Corteva Agriscience, FMC Corporation, ADAMA Agricultural Solutions, Nufarm Limited, Sumitomo Chemical, UPL Limited, Arysta LifeScience, Cheminova, Albaugh LLC, Sapec Agro, Dow AgroSciences, Monsanto and Best Agrolife Limited.

Key Developments:

In June 2024, Best Agrolife Ltd has launched its new patented insecticide formulation named Nemagen, designed to combat resistant pests causing significant crop damage. Nemagen contains a combination of active ingredients chlorantraniliprole, novaluron and emamectin benzoate to provide broad-spectrum control of lepidopteran, coleoptera and diptera pests affecting vegetables, grains, fruits and pulses.

In May 2024, BASF has launched Efficon, a new insecticide, in India to help farmers tackle sucking pests. Classified under the new IRAC group 36, the product represents a new class of insecticides (Group 36 — pyridazine) with no known cross-resistance with existing products, making it a superior insecticide resistance management tool.

Types Covered:
• Insecticides
• Herbicides
• Fungicides
• Rodenticides
• Nematicides
• Other Types

Crop Types Covered:
• Cereal & Grains
• Fruits & Vegetables
• Oilseeds & Pulses
• Other Crop Types

Formulations Covered:
• Liquid
• Powder
• Concentrate
• Ready-to-Use

Mode Of Actions Covered:
• Systemic
• Contact
• Residual
• Other Mode Of Actions

Applications Covered:
• Agricultural
• Industrial
• Horticulture
• Aquaculture
• Other Applications

Regions Covered:
• North America
o US
o Canada
o Mexico
• Europe
o Germany
o UK
o Italy
o France
o Spain
o Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
o Japan        
o China        
o India        
o Australia  
o New Zealand
o South Korea
o Rest of Asia Pacific    
• South America
o Argentina
o Brazil
o Chile
o Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa 
o Saudi Arabia
o UAE
o Qatar
o South Africa
o Rest of Middle East & Africa

What our report offers:
- Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
- Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
- Covers Market data for the years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2026, and 2030
- Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
- Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
- Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
- Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
- Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements

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Table of Contents

1 Executive Summary           
             
2 Preface            
 2.1 Abstract           
 2.2 Stake Holders          
 2.3 Research Scope          
 2.4 Research Methodology         
  2.4.1 Data Mining         
  2.4.2 Data Analysis         
  2.4.3 Data Validation         
  2.4.4 Research Approach         
 2.5 Research Sources          
  2.5.1 Primary Research Sources        
  2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources        
  2.5.3 Assumptions         
             
3 Market Trend Analysis          
 3.1 Introduction          
 3.2 Drivers           
 3.3 Restraints          
 3.4 Opportunities          
 3.5 Threats           
 3.6 Application Analysis         
 3.7 Emerging Markets          
 3.8 Impact of Covid-19          
             
4 Porters Five Force Analysis          
 4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers         
 4.2 Bargaining power of buyers         
 4.3 Threat of substitutes         
 4.4 Threat of new entrants         
 4.5 Competitive rivalry          
             
5 Global Pesticides Market, By Type         
 5.1 Introduction          
 5.2 Insecticides          
 5.3 Herbicides          
 5.4 Fungicides          
 5.5 Rodenticides          
 5.6 Nematicides          
 5.7 Other Types          
             
6 Global Pesticides Market, By Crop Type         
 6.1 Introduction          
 6.2 Cereal & Grains          
 6.3 Fruits & Vegetables          
 6.4 Oilseeds & Pulses          
 6.5 Other Crop Types          
             
7 Global Pesticides Market, By Formulation        
 7.1 Introduction          
 7.2 Liquid           
 7.3 Powder           
 7.4 Concentrate          
 7.5 Ready-to-Use          
             
8 Global Pesticides Market, By Mode Of Action        
 8.1 Introduction          
 8.2 Systemic           
 8.3 Contact           
 8.4 Residual           
 8.5 Other Mode Of Actions         
             
9 Global Pesticides Market, By Application         
 9.1 Introduction          
 9.2 Agricultural          
 9.3 Industrial           
 9.4 Horticulture          
 9.5 Aquaculture          
 9.6 Other Applications          
             
10 Global Pesticides Market, By Geography         
 10.1 Introduction          
 10.2 North America          
  10.2.1 US          
  10.2.2 Canada          
  10.2.3 Mexico          
 10.3 Europe           
  10.3.1 Germany          
  10.3.2 UK          
  10.3.3 Italy          
  10.3.4 France          
  10.3.5 Spain          
  10.3.6 Rest of Europe         
 10.4 Asia Pacific          
  10.4.1 Japan          
  10.4.2 China          
  10.4.3 India          
  10.4.4 Australia          
  10.4.5 New Zealand         
  10.4.6 South Korea         
  10.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific         
 10.5 South America          
  10.5.1 Argentina         
  10.5.2 Brazil          
  10.5.3 Chile          
  10.5.4 Rest of South America        
 10.6 Middle East & Africa         
  10.6.1 Saudi Arabia         
  10.6.2 UAE          
  10.6.3 Qatar          
  10.6.4 South Africa         
  10.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa        
             
11 Key Developments           
 11.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures      
 11.2 Acquisitions & Mergers         
 11.3 New Product Launch         
 11.4 Expansions          
 11.5 Other Key Strategies         
             
12 Company Profiling           
 12.1 BASF SE           
 12.2 Bayer AG           
 12.3 Syngenta           
 12.4 Corteva Agriscience          
 12.5 FMC Corporation          
 12.6 ADAMA Agricultural Solutions         
 12.7 Nufarm Limited          
 12.8 Sumitomo Chemical         
 12.9 UPL Limited          
 12.10 Arysta LifeScience          
 12.11 Cheminova          
 12.12 Albaugh LLC          
 12.13 Sapec Agro          
 12.14 Dow AgroSciences          
 12.15 Monsanto          
 12.16 Best Agrolife Limited         
             
List of Tables            
1 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Region (2022-2030) ($MN)      
2 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Type (2022-2030) ($MN)       
3 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Insecticides (2022-2030) ($MN)      
4 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Herbicides (2022-2030) ($MN)      
5 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Fungicides (2022-2030) ($MN)      
6 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Rodenticides (2022-2030) ($MN)      
7 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Nematicides (2022-2030) ($MN)      
8 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Other Types (2022-2030) ($MN)      
9 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Crop Type (2022-2030) ($MN)      
10 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Cereal & Grains (2022-2030) ($MN)      
11 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Fruits & Vegetables (2022-2030) ($MN)     
12 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Oilseeds & Pulses (2022-2030) ($MN)     
13 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Other Crop Types (2022-2030) ($MN)     
14 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Formulation (2022-2030) ($MN)      
15 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Liquid (2022-2030) ($MN)      
16 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Powder (2022-2030) ($MN)      
17 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Concentrate (2022-2030) ($MN)      
18 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Ready-to-Use (2022-2030) ($MN)      
19 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Mode Of Action (2022-2030) ($MN)     
20 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Systemic (2022-2030) ($MN)      
21 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Contact (2022-2030) ($MN)      
22 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Residual (2022-2030) ($MN)      
23 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Other Mode Of Actions (2022-2030) ($MN)     
24 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Application (2022-2030) ($MN)      
25 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Agricultural (2022-2030) ($MN)      
26 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Industrial (2022-2030) ($MN)      
27 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Horticulture (2022-2030) ($MN)      
28 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Aquaculture (2022-2030) ($MN)      
29 Global Pesticides Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2022-2030) ($MN)     
             
Note: Tables for North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East & Africa Regions are also represented in the same manner as above.

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