Agricultural Adjuvants Market - Global Size, Share, Trend Analysis, Opportunity and Forecast Report, 2018–2028, Segmented By Type (Activator Adjuvants, Utility Adjuvants); Application (Herbicide Adjuvants, Insecticide Adjuvants, Fungicide Adjuvants, Other); Crop (Cereals & Grains [Corn, Wheat, Rice, Others], Oilseeds & Pulses [Soybean, Others]. Fruits & Vegetables, and Other Crop types); Adoption Stage (In-Formulation, Tank-Mix); Formulation (Suspension Concentrate, Emulsifiable Concentrate); Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa)
Global Agricultural Adjuvants Market to Grow at a CAGR of 4.3% during Forecast Period
Global Agricultural Adjuvants market is growing at a high CAGR because of the technological advancements in adjuvant and increasing demand for agrochemicals are driving the market.
A recent study conducted by the strategic consulting and market research firm, BlueWeave Consulting, revealed that the Global Agricultural Adjuvants market was worth USD 3.5 billion in the year 2021. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.3%, earning revenues of around USD 4.7 billion by the end of 2028. The Global Agricultural Adjuvants market is booming due to rising technical advancements in the agriculture and crop protection industries. Biotechnology advances and improved farming techniques drive agriculture adjuvant sales. In addition, the Market for agricultural adjuvants is expanding due to rising agrochemical demand. However, environmental concerns regarding petroleum oil-based adjuvants may act as a huge restraining factor for market growth.
Technological Advancements in Adjuvant and Increasing demand for Agrochemicals are driving the Market
The Market for adjuvants is experiencing positive growth due to rising technical advancements in the agriculture and crop protection industries. Agriculture adjuvant sales are being driven by advances in biotechnology, improved farming techniques, and changes in fertilizer company organizational structures, among other things. Manufacturers are concentrating on creating new formulations that mirror modifications in crop protection formulas. The market demand for agricultural adjuvant is anticipated to increase with the modernization of adjuvant technology that is more tailored to particular crops. Another important element that is projected to provide new chances is the industrialization trend toward developing enhanced adjuvant molecules and formulation technology that includes multi-component and multi-functional adjuvants with various agrochemical compatibility.
The Market for agricultural adjuvants is expanding due to rising agrochemical demand. Agrochemicals are substances used in agriculture, such as plant growth hormones, insecticides, and fertilizers. An auxiliary that boosts an agrochemical's potency is known as an agricultural adjuvant. Around 2 million tons of pesticides were utilized globally, according to various studies. By 2020, there will be 3.5 million tons of pesticides used worldwide. Consequently, the Market for agricultural adjuvants is expanding as a result of the rising demand for agrochemicals.
Environmental Concerns Regarding Petroleum Oil-Based Adjuvants is the key Challenge in the Operation of adjuvants in the Industry
Government and organization-imposed regulations oversee the agricultural adjuvants market. Many businesses in nations like France and Germany struggle with creating, manufacturing, and marketing their crop protection goods. The main issue facing the adjuvants market is environmental concerns regarding petroleum oil-based adjuvants. For example, according to the World Bank, pesticides caused a 30% decline in honeybee populations in the US, and atrazine-contaminated water has been shown to transform male tadpoles into female frogs in lab experiments. Tadpoles and frogs both suffer natural toxicity from polyethoxylated alkyl amine surfactants. Environment exposure can have an impact on non-target organisms, some of which may even be responsible for chronic human disorders, thereby acting as a challenge for the agricultural adjuvants market.
In-formulation Category Had the Biggest Market Share in Global Agricultural Adjuvants Adoption Stage Segment
Based on the adoption stage, the Market is segmented into in-formulation and tank-mix. Due to their ease of use and lower initial investment required by farmers, in-formulation products have dominated the agricultural adjuvants industry. This is because farmers find these products to be both convenient and cost-effective. The rapid expansion of this market sector is also related to consumers' rising desire for agrochemicals, which are applied directly to crops without the need for further chemical additions. However, producers are investing in creating cutting-edge tank-mix goods for industrialized nations due to the growing development of several adjuvants. Consequently, it is anticipated that the tank-mix Market will experience the fastest growth over the next years. Based on formulation, the Market is segmented into suspension and emulsifiable concentrates. Other than suspension formulations, emulsifiable concentrates are among the most widely used formulations for crop protection treatments worldwide.
Region Insights
North America region is estimated to command the largest share of the global agricultural adjuvants market, followed by Asia Pacific. The continuing loss of arable land, expanding population, and rise in demand for food of a certain standard of quality are responsible for the majority of its share. Most crops thrive in the climate of the Asia Pacific region, such as sugarcane, wheat, and rice. This region is home to about 60% of the world's population; thus, demand is high. However, due to the region's rapid urbanization and industrialization, the amount of arable land is also alarming. Hence, farmers are under pressure to enhance their productivity. As a result, agricultural adjuvants contribute to agrochemicals' effectiveness while helping to increase crop yields.
Impact of COVID-19 on Global Agricultural Adjuvants Market
The coronavirus's adverse impacts have impacted the demand for agrochemicals in 2020. Numerous international organizations have said that the current state of the world economy is the most challenging since the financial crisis, which is preventing the Market for agricultural adjuvants from expanding amid the COVID-19 epidemic. Due to shifting trade restrictions and a lack of raw materials needed for manufacturing fertilizers and adjuvants on domestic markets, many firms suffered losses. This led to an imbalance between the Market's supply and demand for fertilizers, which caused price fluctuations in food items. But a market recovery is anticipated for 2022–2023. As local firms are supported by governments around the world, economies are rebounding. The agricultural adjuvant market is anticipated to grow.
Competitive Landscape
Key players operating in the Global Agricultural Adjuvants market are Clariant AG, Solvay, Corteva Agriscience, The Dow Chemical Company, Huntsman International LLC., Evonik Industries AG, Ingevity, Nufarm Limited, Croda International PLC, BASF SE, Miller Chemical & Fertilizer, LLC., Helena Chemical Company, WinField United, Wilbur-Ellis Company LLC, Stepan Company, Bayer Cropscience, Attune Agriculture, Garrco Products, Inc., Drexel Chemical Company, Loveland Products Inc. and other prominent players. In order to expand their positions in the Market and increase their market shares, the players often employ new product releases, innovation, distribution network expansion, joint ventures, and mergers & acquisitions.
The in-depth analysis of the report provides information about growth potential, upcoming trends, and statistics of the Global Agricultural Adjuvants market. It also highlights the factors driving forecasts of total market size. The report promises to provide recent technology trends in the Global Agricultural Adjuvants market and industry insights to help decision-makers make sound strategic decisions. Furthermore, the report also analyzes the growth drivers, challenges, and competitive dynamics of the market.
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