Agricultural Commodity Market Expected to Reach $2206.2 Billion by 2032

According to a new report published by Allied Market Research, titled, “Agricultural Commodity Market," The agricultural commodity market size was valued at $1.6 trillion in 2022, and is estimated to reach $2.2 trillion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 3.2% from 2023 to 2032.

Agricultural commodity industry encompass a wide range of products, from grains like wheat and rice to livestock such as cattle and poultry. These commodities are essential for food production, trade, and economic stability worldwide. Factors such as weather, technology, and global demand heavily influence their prices and availability, impacting the livelihoods of farmers and consumers.

The agricultural commodity market growth is primarily driven by factors such as weather conditions, global demand and supply dynamics, government policies, and technological advancements. Global demand for food and biofuels, particularly from emerging economies, influences market trends. Government policies regarding subsidies, tariffs, and trade contracts also contribute to the increase in agricultural commodity prices. Technological innovations in farming practices, such as precision agriculture and genetic engineering, affect production efficiency and yield levels.

However, geopolitical tensions and conflicts often trigger disruptions in supply chains, causing market uncertainty and price fluctuations in agricultural commodities. When regions are involved in conflict, transportation routes become unsafe or inaccessible, hindering the movement of goods. This results in shortages or delays in the delivery of essential agricultural products, impacting both producers and consumers. In addition, increased geopolitical risks lead to speculation in commodity markets, intensifying price volatility. Such uncertainties create challenges for businesses reliant on stable supply chains and have broader economic repercussions, affecting food security and trade relationships on a global scale for agri commodity.     

Shifting consumer preferences towards organic and sustainable products creates a demand for specialty crops, fostering niche market segments. In addition, technological advancements such as precision agriculture and biotechnology enhance productivity and reduce production costs, increasing profitability for farmers. Moreover, globalization and trade agreements open up new export markets, expanding revenue streams for agricultural producers and providing agricultural commodity market opportunities. Furthermore, climate change and extreme weather events necessitate innovative solutions, leading to opportunities in Agri-tech and resilient crop varieties. Government policies and subsidies also influence market dynamics, providing incentives for investments in agricultural ventures and thus bolster agricultural commodity market forecast. In addition, the agricultural commodity market offers diverse opportunities created by consumer trends, technological innovations, global trade dynamics, environmental challenges, and regulatory frameworks.

The global agricultural commodity market share is segmented based on product, nature, distribution channel, and region. By product, it is classified into cereals, grains, oilseeds, pulses, and others. By nature, it is divided into organic and conventional. By distribution channel, it is classified into hypermarkets/supermarkets, convenience stores, e-commerce, and others. By region, the market is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA.

The key players profiled in the agricultural commodity market analysis include Louis Dreyfus, Cofco, Olam International, Cargill Incorporated, Ag Processing Inc, Marubeni Corporation, Wilmar International Limited, Archer Daniels Midland, Glencore Agriculture, and Bunge Limited.

The report offers a comprehensive analysis of the global agricultural commodity market trends by thoroughly studying different aspects of the market including major segments, market statistics, market dynamics, regional market outlook, investment opportunities, and top players working towards the growth of the market. The report also sheds light on the present scenario and upcoming trends & developments that are contributing to the growth of the market. Moreover, restraints and challenges that hold power to obstruct the market growth are also profiled in the report along with the Porter’s five forces analysis of the market to elucidate factors such as competitive landscape, bargaining power of buyers and suppliers, threats of new players, and emergence of substitutes in the market.

Key Findings of the Study

• Based on product, the cereals sub-segment emerged as the global leader in 2022 and is anticipated to be the fastest growing during the forecast period.
• Based on nature, the conventional sub-segment emerged as the global leader in 2022 and the organic sub-segment is predicted to witness the fastest growth in the upcoming years.
• Based on distribution channel, the hypermarkets/supermarkets sub-segment emerged as the global leader in 2022 and the e-commerce sub-segment is predicted to witness the fastest growth in the upcoming years.
• Based on region, Asia-Pacific registered the highest market share in 2022 and is predicted to show the fastest growth in the upcoming years.