Agrochemicals Market Research - 2030
The global agrochemicals market size was valued at $231.0 billion in 2020, and is projected to reach $315.3 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 2.9% from 2021 to 2030. The growing global food demand, driven by an expanding population, requires higher agricultural productivity. As urbanization increases, available farmland decreases, putting pressure on farmers to optimize crop yields. Agrochemicals, such as fertilizers and pesticides, play a crucial role in enhancing crop protection and improving yields, thus supporting the growth of the agrochemicals market to meet food production needs.
Agrochemicals are engineered chemical or biological formulations used for improvements in the quality and yield of crops. Agrochemicals are classified into fertilizers and pesticides. Fertilizers enhance the quality of the crop by providing essential nutrients to the crop and soil whereas pesticides protect the crops and control, kill, or repel pests and weeds that can harm the crop. Considering the current global population scenario, it is extremely important to increase the production of crops within the present arable land to feed the global population. Thus, agrochemicals play an important role in the agriculture industry, assisting farmers in enhancing their crop quality as well as quantity. 
The agrochemicals market is experiencing significant growth due to the increasing global demand for food, driven by a rising population and urbanization. As the population expands, especially in emerging economies, there is a greater need for efficient farming practices to meet food requirements. Urbanization also reduces arable land, making it necessary to boost agricultural productivity on available land. Agrochemicals, such as fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides, help enhance crop yields, protect against pests, and improve food quality. These factors are accelerating the adoption of agrochemicals, ensuring a steady market expansion to meet global food security demands.
However, health and safety concerns significantly restrain the growth of the agrochemicals market. As awareness increases about the potential risks to human health, such as pesticide residues on food and exposure to harmful chemicals, consumer demand for safer, chemical-free products grows. In addition, the handling and application of agrochemicals pose health risks to workers, farmers, and surrounding communities. This has led to greater scrutiny from regulatory bodies, resulting in stringent safety standards and limits on chemical use, which can hinder market growth and shift demand toward organic farming and eco-friendly alternatives.
Expanding agricultural practices in emerging economies, particularly in regions like Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Africa, present significant opportunities for the agrochemicals market. As these regions increase their agricultural output to meet the rising food demand, the need for crop protection, fertilizers, and pesticides grows. Improved farming techniques, higher crop yields, and the adoption of modern agricultural practices contribute to this demand. Additionally, government initiatives and investments in agricultural infrastructure further drive the market for agrochemicals, creating new growth avenues in these developing regions.
Agrochemicals Market, By Type
By type, the market was dominated by fertilizers segment dominated the market growth in 2020. However, pesticides segment is expected to grow at higher CAGR during the forecast period. This can be attributed to the rise in population that drives the demand for food, which ultimately drives the demand for insecticides for reducing damages to crops.
By Type
Pesticides is projected as the most lucrative natural synthetic
Agrochemicals Market, By Region
By region, Asia-Pacific has the dominant market share in 2020 and is anticipated to maintain its dominance during the forecast period. This is attributed to numerous factors such as a huge consumer base and the presence of key players in the region. Moreover, Asia-Pacific is anticipated to grow at a noteworthy rate owing to rise in end users in developing countries such as China, Australia, and India.
By Region
Asia-Pacific is projected as the most lucrative market.
Key Benefits For Stakeholders
- The report provides an in-depth analysis and agrochemicals market forecast along with the current and future market trends.
- This report highlights the key drivers, opportunities, and restraints of the agrochemicals market along with the impact analyses during the forecast period.
- Porter’s five forces analysis helps analyze the potential of the buyers & suppliers and the competitive scenario of the agrochemicals industry for strategy building.
- A comprehensive analysis of the factors that drive and restrain the market growth is provided.
- The qualitative data in this report aims on agrochemicals market trends, dynamics, and developments.
- The agrochemicals market size is provided in terms of revenue.
Agrochemicals Market Report Highlights
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 Key Market Players | BASF SE, DOW AGROSCIENCES LLC, THE MOSAIC CO, MONSANTO COMPANY, SUMITOMO CHEMICAL CO, SYNGENTA AG, BAYER AG, E. I. DU PONT NEMOURS AND COMPANY, AGRIUM INC |
Analyst Review
According to the perspectives of the CXOs of leading companies, rise in demand for food supplies and innovative products is the major driving factor for the global agrochemicals market. In addition, Asia-Pacific is the largest revenue contributor due to the presence of agriculture-based nations such as India and China, and holds numerous growth opportunities for the agrochemicals market. The agrochemicals market in India is being driven by rise in demand for consumption, quality, and quantity of food and is projected to continue with the growing economy as both are directly related. Moreover, companies like BASF are focusing more on introducing innovative products to the market as the competition among agrochemicals market players is intense.
Among the analyzed geographical regions, Asia-Pacific is expected to account for the highest revenue in the global agrochemicals market throughout the forecast period (2021-2030) followed by Europe, North America, and LAMEA.
The key factors are growth in demand for food, soil degradation, and increased adoption of bio-agrochemicals.
The market share of Agrochemicals market $231.0 billion in 2020.
Increased use of bio-based fertilizers and pesticides are the ongoing trends in the agrochemicals markets.
LAMEA will provide more business opportunities for Agrochemicals market in future.
Business expansion and acquisition are the key growth strategies of Agrochemicals market players.
The leading players in the market are BASF SE, Bayer AG, FMC Corporation, Gharda Chemicals Ltd., ICL Group Ltd., Mosaic, Nutrien Ltd., Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd., Syngenta, and Yara International ASA.
Fertilizer segment based on application holds the maximum market share of the Agrochemicals market.
Food and agriculture industry the potential customers of Agrochemicals industry.
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