Agrochemicals refer to synthetic and commercially produced chemicals utilized in agriculture to regulate ecosystems and enhance farming practices. Unfortunately, these agrochemicals often lead to contamination of nearby lands and waterways, entering the food chain and causing bioaccumulation. The excessive use of pesticides results in a significant number of residues, impacting crops.
The primary types of fertilizers within agrochemicals include nitrogen fertilizer, phosphatic fertilizer, potassic fertilizer, and others. Nitrogen-containing fertilizers contribute to accelerated plant growth and increased crop production. Various types of pesticides, such as fungicides, herbicides, insecticides, and others, are employed in both crop-based and non-crop-based applications.
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The agrochemicals market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $287.85 billion in 2024 to $311.48 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to population growth, pest and disease pressure, regulatory environment, farming practices.
The agrochemicals market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $439.77 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.0%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to climate change, sustainable agriculture, precision agriculture, emerging markets, resistance management. Major trends in the forecast period include technological advancements, digitalization and data analytics, crop protection innovations, market consolidation, organic and non-gmo movements, biotechnology and genetic engineering.
The growing population and the resulting increase in food demand are anticipated to drive the growth of the agrochemicals market in the coming years. Food is defined as the substance that contains protein, carbohydrates, fat, and other nutrients essential for sustaining growth, vital processes, and providing energy to organisms. The steady population growth is directly linked to the rising demand for food and the expansion of the agrochemicals market. For instance, in November 2022, the United Nations, a US-based intergovernmental organization, projected that the global population would increase by nearly 2 billion people over the next 30 years, rising from 8 billion today to 9.7 billion by 2050. Additionally, according to Intechnopen, a UK-based publisher of journals and books, global food demand is expected to surge by 70% by 2050. Thus, the increasing population and the corresponding rise in food demand will contribute to the growth of the agrochemicals market.
The rising demand for pesticides is projected to drive the growth of the agrochemicals market in the future. Pesticides are chemical substances or mixtures designed to control, repel, or eliminate pests. As a subset of agrochemicals, pesticides are primarily employed to manage and control pests, enhance yield, ensure a stable and reliable food supply, improve quality, protect public health, and safeguard seasonal crops. For example, in July 2024, data published by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), a United Nations agency based in Italy, indicated that pesticide usage in agriculture throughout the Americas increased by 10 percent, rising from 1.71 million tons in 2021 to 1.89 million tons in 2022. Consequently, the growing demand for pesticides is fueling the expansion of the agrochemicals market.
Strategic partnerships and collaborations have become prominent trends in the agrochemical market. Leading companies in the agrochemicals sector are seeking partnerships to bolster their market positions. For example, in May 2024, Aarti Industries Limited, a specialty chemicals company based in India, and UPL Limited, an agrochemical company also from India, announced a strategic alliance for the manufacturing and marketing of specialty chemicals. This partnership aims to produce and promote specialty chemical intermediates, particularly downstream derivatives of amines used in the agrochemical and paint industries. The objective of this joint venture is to leverage the strengths of both companies, enhance India's chemical manufacturing capabilities, and support the nation's goal of achieving self-reliance in specialty chemicals for global markets.
Key players within the agrochemicals market are placing emphasis on developing innovative products like Atlox BS-50 to drive their market revenues. Atlox BS-50 represents a targeted delivery method designed specifically to meet the evolving requirements of the expanding biopesticide sector, tailored for spore-forming microorganisms. For instance, in September 2023, Croda International Plc, a UK-based chemical company, unveiled Atlox BS-50. Croda's experts meticulously fine-tuned the components of Atlox BS-50 to ensure optimal performance. Widely utilized in agricultural applications, Atlox BS-50 functions as an adjuvant or surfactant, enhancing the efficiency and efficacy of various crop protection products, encompassing herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides. Its role involves improving spreading, wetting, and overall performance of these products on plant surfaces.
In March 2024, Best Agrolife Ltd., a manufacturer of agrochemicals based in India, acquired Sudarshan Farm Chemicals for $0.00167 billion. This acquisition is intended to capitalize on SFCL's research and development capabilities, intellectual property, and technical manufacturing expertise to strengthen its market position and promote sustainable growth in the agrochemical sector. Sudarshan Farm Chemicals is an India-based company specializing in agricultural chemicals.
Major companies operating in the agrochemicals market include Adama Agricultural Solutions Ltd., Agrium Inc., BASF SE, Bayer AG, Yara International ASA, The Mosaic Company, Israel Chemicals Ltd., FMC Corporation, E. I. du Pont Nemours and Company, Monsanto Company, Dow AgroSciences LLC, Land O' Lakes Inc, Sumitomo Chemical Co Ltd, Zuari Agro Chemicals Ltd, Gharda Chemicals Limited, Nutrien Ag Solutions Limited, UPL Limited, Nufarm Limited, Corteva Agriscience Inc., Dhanuka Agritech Limited, Gowan Company LLC, Nissan Chemical Corporation, Isagro S. p. A., Rallis India Limited, Crystal Crop Protection Pvt. Ltd., Sinochem Group, Wynca Chemical Group Co. Ltd., Kumiai Chemical Industry Co. Ltd., PI Industries Limited, Indofil Industries Limited, Sipcam Oxon S. p. A., Hubei Sanonda Co. Ltd., Excel Crop Care Limited, Insecticides Limited, Redox Industries Limited, Jiangsu Agrochem Laboratory Co. Ltd., Sulphur Mills Limited
North America was the largest region in the agrochemicals market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the agrochemicals market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the agrochemicals market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Canada, Spain.
The agrochemical market consists of sales of chemical fertilizers, antibiotics, and plant hormones. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.
The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
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Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
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Scope
Markets Covered:1) By Fertilizer Type: Nitrogen Fertilizer; Phosphatic Fertilizer; Potassic Fertilizer; Other Fertilizer Types
2) By Pesticide Type: Fungicides; Herbicides; Insecticides; Other Pesticide Types
3) By Application: Crop Based; Non-Crop Based
Subsegments:
1) By Nitrogen Fertilizer: Urea; Ammonium Nitrate; Calcium Ammonium Nitrate; Ammonium Sulfate; Other Nitrogen Sources
2) By Phosphatic Fertilizer: Diammonium Phosphate (DAP); Monoammonium Phosphate (MAP); Superphosphate (Single And Triple); Rock Phosphate
3) By Potassic Fertilizer: Muriate Of Potash (KCl); Sulfate Of Potash (K2SO4); Potassium Nitrate
4) By Other Fertilizer Types: Micronutrient Fertilizers; Organic Fertilizers; Slow-Release Fertilizers; Specialty Fertilizers
Companies Mentioned: Adama Agricultural Solutions Ltd.; Agrium Inc.; BASF SE; Bayer AG; Yara International ASA