Stratistics MRC에 따르면, 세계의 바이오 제초제 시장은 2025년에 19억 달러를 차지하고, 예측 기간 동안 CAGR 7.26%를 나타내, 2032년에는 31억 1,000만 달러에 이를 전망입니다.
바이오 제초제로 불리는 천연 제초제는 식물 추출물, 균류, 박테리아로 만들어집니다.의 성장, 대사, 번식 과정을 저해하는 것으로 기능합니다. 또한 잔류 화학물질이나 제초제 내성에 대한 우려가 높아짐에 따라, 바이오 제초제는 지속 가능한 농업의 실천에 있어서 점점 보급되고 있습니다.
유럽연합(EU)의 "Farm to Fork" 전략에 따르면, 유럽 그린딜의 일환으로 2030년까지 화학농약의 사용을 50% 삭감하는 것을 목표로 하고 있습니다.
지속가능한 유기농업에 대한 관심 증가
바이오 제초제 시장을 추진하는 가장 큰 요인 중 하나는 유기농업을 목표로 하는 세계의 동향입니다. 추출물 및 기타 생물학적 약제와 같은 천연 공급원에서 유래하기 때문에 친환경 유기농 농법에 이상적입니다.
안정성 및 보존 기간 제한 문제
바이오 제초제는 박테리아, 균류, 식물성 화합물 등의 생물로 만들어져 있기 때문에 화학 제초제보다 환경 요인에 더 민감합니다. 이 때문에 특히 보관이나 콜드체인의 인프라가 불충분한 지역에서는 널리 유통시키는 매력이 부족합니다.
전달·제제 시스템의 진보
바이오 제초제의 안정성, 효능, 저장 수명의 향상은 제제 기술의 과학적 진보에 의해 가능해졌습니다. 식이 적어도, 농가는 이러한 개발에 의해 바이오 제초제를 보다 간단하게 보관·살포할 수 있게 되었습니다. 또한, 애주번트나 담체 재료의 진보는 흡수와 성능의 일관성을 높여, 화학제품에 비해 바이오 제초제의 경쟁을 높일 수 있습니다.
인공 제초제의 강력한 시장 지배력
세계적인 공급망, 수십년에 걸친 연구 개발, 브랜드 인지, 규모 경제 등의 이점을 누리고 있는 기존의 합성 제초제 업계는 바이오 제초제 시장의 치열한 라이벌입니다. 즉각적인 효능이 있기 때문에 바이오 제초제가 시장의 상당 부분을 차지하는 것은 어려운 과제입니다.
COVID-19의 주요 유행은 바이오 제초제 시장에 다양한 영향을 미쳤습니다. 그리고 중소규모의 바이오 제초제 개발 기업의 경영은 정체되어 자금난에 직면했습니다.
예측기간 중 곡물 및 곡류 부문이 최대가 될 전망
곡물 및 곡류 부문은 예측 기간 동안 최대 시장 점유율을 차지할 것으로 예측됩니다. 보다 높아짐에 따라, 보다 안전한 대용품으로서 바이오 제초제의 인기가 높아지고 있습니다. 또, 곡류는 윤작이 많기 때문에 바이오 제초제를 효율적으로 사용할 수 있는 종합 잡초 관리 시스템에 최적입니다.
엽면 살포 분야는 예측 기간 동안 가장 높은 CAGR이 예상됩니다.
예측 기간 동안 잎 표면 살포 분야가 가장 높은 성장률을 나타낼 것으로 전망됩니다. 게다가, 잎면 살포형 바이오 제초제는 일반적으로 소량의 유효 성분으로 끝나기 때문에 경제적이고 환경에 친화적입니다. 합성 제초제가 금지되고 있는 유기 농업 시스템에 있어서도, 이 시장의 인기가 높아지고 있어 수요가 증가하고 있습니다.
예측 기간 동안 북미가 가장 큰 시장 점유율을 차지할 것으로 예측됩니다. 이는 합성 농약을 금지하는 엄격한 법률, 확립된 유기농법, 잔류 농약이 없는 농산물에 대한 소비자 수요가 높아짐이 배경에 있습니다. 이 지역 시장을 독점하고 있습니다. 또, 이 지역에는 바이오 농약의 신흥 기업이나 제조업체가 많이 존재해, 제품공급과 기술 혁신이 촉진되고 있습니다. 또한, 화학 제초제가 환경이나 인간의 건강에 미치는 악영향에 대한 농가의 의식의 고조가, 생물학적 대체품에의 이행을 가속시켜, 북미 시장의 우위를 차지합니다.
예측 기간 동안 아시아태평양은 가장 높은 CAGR을 나타낼 것으로 전망됩니다. 이것은 유기농 농업의 급속한 성장, 지속 가능한 농법에 대한 관심 증가, 토양 및 물의 화학 제초제 오염에 대한 우려 증가가 배경에 있습니다. 경계 친화적인 작물 보호 기술의 사용을 적극적으로 장려하고 있습니다. 또한, 바이오 농약의 채용은 이 지역의 광범위한 농업 기반, 보다 안전한 식품을 요구하는 인구 증가에 의해 추진되고 있습니다.
According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Bioherbicides Market is accounted for $1.90 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach $3.11 billion by 2032 growing at a CAGR of 7.26% during the forecast period. Natural weed killers called bioherbicides are made from plant extracts, fungi, or bacteria. By focusing on particular weeds without damaging crops or the environment, they provide a sustainable substitute for synthetic herbicides. Using naturally occurring pathogens or microbial metabolites, bioherbicides function by interfering with the growth, metabolism, or reproductive processes of undesirable plants. Moreover, bioherbicides are becoming more and more popular in sustainable agricultural practices as worries about chemical residues and herbicide resistance grow. Their application promotes biodiversity, lessens contamination of the soil and water, and complies with organic farming regulations.
According to the European Union's "Farm to Fork" strategy, a component of the European Green Deal, aims to reduce the use of chemical pesticides by 50% by 2030. This policy promotes the adoption of bioherbicides and other biological crop protection methods, reflecting a commitment to environmentally friendly farming practices.
Growing interest in sustainable and organic agriculture
One of the biggest factors propelling the bioherbicides market is the worldwide trend toward organic farming. The demand for produce grown without synthetic inputs is being driven by consumers' growing concerns about the health effects of chemical residues on food. Because they are derived from natural sources like microorganisms, plant extracts, and other biological agents, bioherbicides are perfect for environmentally friendly and organic farming methods. Additionally, farmers and agricultural businesses are using bioherbicides to meet market demands for sustainable, clean-label produce as well as to adhere to organic certification requirements.
Issues with stability and limited shelf life
Bioherbicides are more sensitive to environmental factors than chemical herbicides because they are made from living organisms like bacteria, fungi, or plant-based compounds. They can lose their effectiveness while being stored or after being applied due to variables like temperature, humidity, and UV exposure. Their short shelf life makes them less appealing for widespread distribution, particularly in areas with poor storage or cold chain infrastructure. Furthermore, unless ideal application conditions are met, their performance in the field may be inconsistent; this makes farmers reluctant to widely adopt them.
Advances in delivery and formulation systems
Enhancing the stability, efficacy, and shelf life of bioherbicides is made possible by scientific advancements in formulation technology. Improved protection of active ingredients against environmental deterioration is made possible by innovations like controlled-release systems, nano formulations, and microencapsulation. With less technical expertise, farmers can now store and apply bioherbicides more easily owing to these developments. Moreover, advances in adjuvants and carrier materials can boost uptake and performance consistency, increasing the competitiveness of bioherbicides relative to chemical products.
Strong market dominance of artificial herbicides
The established synthetic herbicide industry, which enjoys the advantages of global supply chains, decades of research and development, brand awareness, and economies of scale, is a fierce rival to the bioherbicide market. Because products like atrazine and glyphosate are widely used, inexpensive, and fast-acting, it is challenging for bioherbicides to capture a sizable portion of the market. Additionally, high barriers to entry are created for bioherbicidal products by this established market position, especially in conventional agriculture, where chemical solutions are extensively incorporated into farm operations.
The COVID-19 pandemic affected the market for bioherbicides in a variety of ways. Short-term delays in product development, manufacturing, and distribution were caused by disturbances in global supply chains, a lack of workers, and limitations on field testing. Moreover, the operations of small and medium-sized bioherbicide developers, who frequently depend on ongoing funding and research, were slowed and faced financial difficulties. But the pandemic also raised awareness of environmental sustainability, health, and the value of resilient agricultural systems, which encouraged more people to look into eco-friendly and organic farming methods.
The cereals & grains segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period
The cereals & grains segment is expected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period. This dominance is mostly caused by the large area of the world that is used to grow cereal crops like rice, maize, and wheat, which are very vulnerable to weed infestation, which lowers yield and quality. As worries about chemical residues in common foods grow, bioherbicides are becoming more popular as safer substitutes. Cereal crops are also best suited for integrated weed management systems where bioherbicides can be used efficiently because they are frequently grown in rotation. Furthermore, solidifying the segment's dominant position in the market are supportive regulations and growing demand for the production of organic grains.
The foliar spray segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period
Over the forecast period, the foliar spray segment is predicted to witness the highest growth rate. This growth is fueled by its direct contact with weed foliage, ease of application, and quick absorption, which enable more efficient and focused weed control. Because foliar sprays are simple to incorporate into current spraying equipment and farming practices, farmers favor them. Additionally, foliar bioherbicides are more economical and environmentally friendly because they typically call for smaller amounts of active ingredients. In organic farming systems, where synthetic herbicides are prohibited, the market is also growing in popularity, which increases demand. Growing global awareness of sustainable agriculture is anticipated to accelerate its uptake.
During the forecast period, the North America region is expected to hold the largest market share, driven by strict laws prohibiting synthetic agrochemicals, established organic farming methods, and rising consumer demand for produce free of residue. Because of its early adoption of biopesticide technologies, robust research infrastructure, and government support for sustainable agriculture, the United States in particular dominates the regional market. The area is also home to a large number of bioherbicide startups and manufacturers, which fosters product availability and innovation. Furthermore, growing farmer awareness of the negative effects chemical herbicides have on the environment and human health is speeding up the transition to biological alternatives and securing North America's market dominance.
Over the forecast period, the Asia Pacific region is anticipated to exhibit the highest CAGR, driven by the quick growth of organic farming, growing interest in sustainable farming methods, and growing worries about chemical herbicide contamination of soil and water. Through government programs and subsidies, nations like Australia, China, and India are aggressively encouraging the use of environmentally friendly crop protection techniques. Moreover, the adoption of bioherbicides is being fueled by the region's extensive agricultural base as well as a growing population's desire for safer food. The rise of regional biopesticide manufacturers and higher R&D expenditures are also accelerating the expansion of this market niche.
Key players in the market
Some of the key players in Bioherbicides Market include Certified Organics Australia Pty Ltd, Ecopesticides International, Inc, BASF SE, FMC Corporation, Syngenta AG, BioHerbicides Australia Pty Ltd, Seipasa Inc, Certis Biologicals Inc, Emery Oleochemicals Inc, Bayer CropScience AG, Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd., Marrone Bio Innovations Inc., Hindustan Bio-Tech Inc, Verdesian Life Sciences LLC and Special Biochem Pvt. Ltd.
In March 2025, Syngenta Crop Protection has signed an agreement with Agrauxine by Lesaffre to private label and exclusively distribute the products STROVEQ(R) and SPREXIMA(R). STROVEQ is a systemic resistance inducer and SPREXIMA is a biofungicide. These products will be sold and distributed in the ornamental market in the US. This agreement further strengthens the collaboration between Agrauxine and Syngenta.
In December 2024, BASF and INOCAS S.A. signed a long-term supplier finance agreement, including offtake of Macauba Kernel Oil and Macauba Pulp Oil, an R&D project and options to acquire equity shares in INOCAS in future. The partnership includes financing of INOCAS' plans to significantly expand the Macauba oil production in Brazil on an industrial scale, strengthening the country's position in the bioeconomy.
In July 2024, FMC Corporation announced it has signed a definitive agreement to sell its Global Specialty Solutions (GSS) business to Environmental Science US, LLC, known as Envu, an environmental science company providing innovations that protect and enhance the health of environments around the world. Envu will purchase the GSS business for a purchase price of $350 million, subject to closing working capital adjustment.