Middle East & Africa Gardening Equipment Market Outlook, 2029

Middle East & Africa Gardening Equipment Market Outlook, 2029


In the Middle East, where many regions face extreme heat and aridity, gardening equipment often needs to be specifically designed to withstand these harsh environmental conditions. This includes materials that can resist corrosion from saltwater in coastal areas and technologies for efficient water usage in desert climates. The Middle East and Africa gardening equipment market is distinguished by a distinct fusion of contemporary technology with long-standing, culturally grounded gardening techniques. Manufacturers now have the chance to develop novel goods that appeal to both modern gardeners and traditionalists, due to this contrast. In the Middle East and Africa, vertical gardening is becoming more and more common as a result of space constraints in metropolitan areas. The development of gardening tools, including hydroponic systems, vertical planters, and tiny tools that fit on rooftops and balconies, has been sparked by this trend. With growing environmental concerns, there's a notable emphasis on sustainability in the gardening equipment market. This includes the development of eco-friendly tools made from recycled materials, solar-powered gadgets, and water-efficient irrigation systems to address issues of water scarcity and environmental impact. In many cultures across the Middle East and Africa, gardens hold deep cultural significance, often symbolising prosperity, hospitality, and tranquility. This cultural reverence for gardens influences consumer preferences and drives demand for high-quality gardening equipment that enhances outdoor spaces and reflects cultural values. With a vast variety of native plant species that are suited to different soil types and temperatures, the Middle East and Africa are known for their remarkable biodiversity. This variety affects the kinds of gardening tools that are in demand as gardeners look for equipment that is specifically designed to meet the requirements of native plants and landscapes.

According to the research report ""Middle East and Africa Gardening Equipment Market Outlook, 2029,"" published by Bonafide Research, the Middle East and Africa Gardening Equipment market is expected to reach a market size of more than USD 4 Billion by 2029. The region has a broad range of temperatures, from tropical regions to dry deserts, which creates a requirement for a variety of equipment that is suited to various weather conditions and a variety of gardening demands. Rapid urbanisation has led to smaller living spaces and limited access to traditional gardening areas, resulting in a growing demand for compact and innovative gardening equipment suitable for urban environments. The construction of green areas in cities is becoming more important despite urbanisation, for aesthetic, recreational, and environmental reasons. As a result, municipalities, landscapers, and private citizens are calling for more gardening equipment. Growing awareness of the health benefits associated with gardening, such as stress reduction and physical activity, drives demand for gardening equipment among consumers seeking to promote well-being and connect with nature. Some governments in the region are implementing initiatives to promote gardening and green spaces, providing subsidies and incentives for the purchase of gardening equipment, and driving market demand. Concerns about environmental sustainability are driving a shift towards eco-friendly gardening practices and equipment, including water-efficient irrigation systems, organic fertilisers, and energy-efficient tools.

Market Drivers

Growth of Green Spaces: Across the Middle East and Africa, there has been a noticeable surge in the development and maintenance of green spaces within urban environments. This trend reflects a growing recognition of the numerous benefits that green spaces offer, including environmental sustainability, improved air quality, enhanced biodiversity, and opportunities for recreation and relaxation. Municipalities, urban planners, and private developers are increasingly incorporating green spaces into their designs, whether they be parks, gardens, or landscaped public areas. As the demand for green spaces continues to rise, so does the need for gardening equipment to establish and maintain these areas. This includes tools for planting, watering, pruning, and landscaping, as well as machinery for larger-scale maintenance tasks.

Shift Towards Sustainable Practices: In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift towards sustainable gardening practices across the Middle East and Africa, driven by increasing environmental awareness and concerns about resource depletion and climate change. Gardeners, landscapers, and municipalities are increasingly seeking eco-friendly alternatives to conventional gardening methods, opting for practices that minimise environmental impact and promote long-term sustainability. This includes the use of organic fertilisers and pesticides, water-efficient irrigation systems, composting, and mulching techniques. Moreover, there is a growing demand for gardening equipment that aligns with these sustainable practices, such as energy-efficient tools, recyclable materials, and products designed to minimise water usage and waste generation. The shift towards sustainable gardening practices not only benefits the environment but also presents opportunities for innovation and market growth within the Middle East and Africa Gardening Equipment industry.

Market Challenges

Water Scarcity: One major obstacle facing the Middle East and Africa Gardening Equipment market is water shortages, especially in arid and semi-arid areas where water resources are few. Water shortages are made worse by growing populations and conflicting demands on water from home, industrial, and agricultural uses. This makes it difficult for gardeners to keep up with garden maintenance. In these kinds of settings, the necessity of water-efficient gardening techniques and tools becomes critical. Water-efficient solution design and implementation, however, may be difficult and expensive, requiring cutting-edge technology like drip irrigation systems, rainwater gathering techniques, and drought-resistant plant varieties. Water shortages may also result in legal limitations on water use, which would make gardening even more difficult and restrict the market for certain gardening tools.

Infrastructure Challenges: The Middle East and Africa gardening equipment market is severely hampered by infrastructure issues, especially in rural and isolated locations with poor access to transportation and distribution networks. Insufficient infrastructure, such as badly kept roads, unstable electrical supplies, and restricted access to warehouse and retail spaces, might make it more difficult to distribute and sell gardening equipment effectively. There are differences in access to gardening products and services as a result of manufacturers finding it difficult to contact prospective clients in certain locations. In addition, inadequate infrastructure can raise the cost of transportation, lengthen delivery times, and impede market expansion. In order to increase accessibility and make it easier to get gardening supplies to isolated and disadvantaged areas, infrastructure concerns must be addressed through investments in retail infrastructure, storage facilities, and transportation networks.

Based on the product types, they are segmented into lawn mowers, hand tools and wheeled implements, handheld power tools, and water equipment.

In the Middle East and Africa, the lawn mower leads the market. In many urban and suburban areas across the region, there is a cultural preference for well-manicured lawns surrounding residential and commercial properties. A neatly trimmed lawn is often considered a symbol of affluence and status, leading to a high demand for lawn maintenance equipment like lawn mowers. An increasing amount of focus is being placed on landscaping and vegetation in both public and private settings as urbanisation continues to transform cities and towns. Increasingly, homeowners, governments, and real estate developers are investing in beautiful, green lawns and manicured gardens, which is fueling the need for lawn mowers and other maintenance tools. There are a lot of huge landscaping projects, such as parks, golf courses, and public gardens, all around the Middle East and Africa. For these projects to be completed successfully, large grass fields need to be maintained using professional-grade equipment and heavy-duty lawn mowers. Furthermore, manufacturers continually innovate lawn mower technology, introducing features such as self-propulsion, battery-powered operation, and robotic mowers. These advancements make lawn mowing more convenient and efficient, further driving consumer interest and demand for these products.

In terms of end users, they are bifurcated into commercial/government and residential. According to the report, the sales channels are bifurcated into lawn and garden specialty stores, home centers, national retailers and discount stores, hardware stores, and e-commerce.

Residential significantly contributes to the market; across the region, new villages and residential projects are being built as a result of the rapid urbanisation. Green space maintenance and creation near residences are becoming more and more important as more people migrate into these metropolitan areas. In order to improve the visual attractiveness of their homes, homeowners in recently constructed residential neighbourhoods frequently make gardening equipment purchases. Rising disposable incomes in many parts of the Middle East and Africa have enabled homeowners to allocate more resources towards improving their living spaces, including gardens and outdoor areas. With greater purchasing power, individuals are more inclined to invest in gardening equipment to beautify their homes and create functional outdoor living spaces. More and more homeowners are using gardening and landscaping as a way to express their unique interests and personalise their living spaces. The need for gardening tools like lawnmowers, trimmers, and hedge clippers is fueled by this need for personalisation, which enables people to manage their gardens in the ways that suit them best. In the region, e-commerce is a growing market. With the rapid expansion of internet infrastructure and the growing availability of affordable smartphones, more people in the Middle East and Africa are gaining access to the internet. This increase in internet penetration has led to a larger pool of potential online shoppers, creating opportunities for e-commerce platforms to reach a broader audience, including those interested in gardening equipment. Online platforms typically offer a wider selection of gardening equipment compared to brick-and-mortar stores. Customers have access to a diverse range of products from various brands and sellers, allowing them to compare features, prices, and reviews before making a purchase decision. This extensive product selection caters to the diverse needs and preferences of gardening enthusiasts in the region.

Based on the report, the major countries covered include the UAE, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, and the rest of the Middle East and Africa.

Saudi Arabia boasts one of the highest per capita incomes in the region, driven primarily by its oil-rich economy. This high level of disposable income allows Saudi consumers to invest in various lifestyle products, including gardening equipment, to enhance their living spaces. Rapid urbanisation and population growth in Saudi Arabia have led to the construction of numerous residential and commercial developments. These developments often include landscaped gardens, lawns, and outdoor spaces, driving the demand for gardening equipment such as lawn mowers, trimmers, and irrigation systems. The Saudi government has launched several initiatives to promote green spaces and sustainable urban development across the country. These initiatives include the development of parks, recreational areas, and public gardens, creating opportunities for the gardening equipment market to thrive. In Saudi culture, gardens hold significant importance as places for relaxation, social gatherings, and family activities. Many Saudi households take pride in maintaining well-manicured gardens and outdoor spaces, leading to a consistent demand for gardening equipment. Saudi Arabia's climate, characterised by hot and arid conditions, presents unique challenges for gardening. However, with proper irrigation systems and the use of drought-resistant plants, Saudis are able to create lush and green outdoor environments. This necessitates the use of specialised gardening equipment suited to the country's climate and landscaping needs.

The market can be categorized as a fragmented market in nature due to the presence of few major players such as The Toro Company, MTD Products, Inc (now Stanley Black and Decker, Inc), Deere and Company; Briggs Stratton and Husqvarna Group, along with small and medium scale manufacturers. The companies follow two major trends that are keeping a line of a variety of products or concentrating on selling a particular gardening equipment instance, ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG is into manufacturing and selling handheld power equipment such as trimmers and blowers, but JCB Tools has a product line of, power tools, storage solutions, electric hand tools, and accessories. The market is highly competitive, Major companies, with a global reach and a wide range of gardening tools, use strategic actions like launching new products, forming partnerships, and acquiring other companies to stay ahead. Innovation is a driving force in this market, with an emphasis on creating advanced tools that meet the changing preferences of consumers who prioritize efficiency and sustainability. Furthermore, the market is seeing smaller niche players introduce specialized tools and eco-friendly alternatives, which adds to the variety of products available.

Recent Developments

Considered in this report
• Historic year: 2018
• Base year: 2023
• Estimated year: 2024
• Forecast year: 2029

Aspects covered in this report
• Gardening Equipment market Outlook with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

By Product Type
• Lawn Mowers
• Hand Tools & Wheeled Implements
• Handheld Power Tools
• Water Equipment

By End User
• Commercial/Government
• Residential

By Sales Channel
• Lawn & Garden Specialty Stores
• Home Centres
• National Retailers & Discount Stores
• Hardware Stores
• E-commerce

The approach of the report:
This report consists of a combined approach of primary and secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and list the companies that are present in it. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, annual reports of companies, and government-generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources, primary research was conducted by conducting telephone interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducting trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this; we have started making primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting them in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us, we can start verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience
This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations, and organizations related to the Gardening Equipment industry, government bodies, and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing and presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.
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1. Executive Summary
2. Research Methodology
2.1. Secondary Research
2.2. Primary Data Collection
2.3. Market Formation & Validation
2.4. Report Writing, Quality Check & Delivery
3. Market Structure
3.1. Market Considerate
3.2. Assumptions
3.3. Limitations
3.4. Abbreviations
3.5. Sources
3.6. Definitions
4. Economic /Demographic Snapshot
5. Global Gardening Equipment Market Outlook
5.1. Market Size By Value
5.2. Market Share By Region
5.3. Market Size and Forecast, By Product Type
5.4. Market Size and Forecast, By End User
5.5. Market Size and Forecast, By Sales Channel
6. Middle East & Africa Gardening Equipment Market Outlook
6.1. Market Size By Value
6.2. Market Share By Country
6.3. Market Size and Forecast, By Product Type
6.4. Market Size and Forecast, By End User
6.5. Market Size and Forecast, By Sales Channel
7. Market Dynamics
7.1. Market Drivers & Opportunities
7.2. Market Restraints & Challenges
7.3. Market Trends
7.3.1. XXXX
7.3.2. XXXX
7.3.3. XXXX
7.3.4. XXXX
7.3.5. XXXX
7.4. Covid-19 Effect
7.5. Supply chain Analysis
7.6. Policy & Regulatory Framework
7.7. Industry Experts Views
7.8. UAE Gardening Equipment Market Outlook
7.8.1. Market Size By Value
7.8.2. Market Size and Forecast By Product Type
7.8.3. Market Size and Forecast By End User
7.8.4. Market Size and Forecast By Sales Channel
7.9. Saudi Arabia Gardening Equipment Market Outlook
7.9.1. Market Size By Value
7.9.2. Market Size and Forecast By Product Type
7.9.3. Market Size and Forecast By End User
7.9.4. Market Size and Forecast By Sales Channel
7.10. South Africa Gardening Equipment Market Outlook
7.10.1. Market Size By Value
7.10.2. Market Size and Forecast By Product Type
7.10.3. Market Size and Forecast By End User
7.10.4. Market Size and Forecast By Sales Channel
8. Competitive Landscape
8.1. Competitive Dashboard
8.2. Business Strategies Adopted by Key Players
8.3. Key Players Market Positioning Matrix
8.4. Porter's Five Forces
8.5. Company Profile
8.5.1. Kubota Corporation
8.5.1.1. Greaves Cotton Ltd.
8.5.1.2. Company Snapshot
8.5.1.3. Company Overview
8.5.1.4. Financial Highlights
8.5.1.5. Geographic Insights
8.5.1.6. Business Segment & Performance
8.5.1.7. Product Portfolio
8.5.1.8. Key Executives
8.5.1.9. Strategic Moves & Developments
8.5.2. Briggs & Stratton Corporation
8.5.3. Stanley Black & Decker, Inc
8.5.4. Robert Bosch GmbH
8.5.5. Deere & Company
8.5.6. Honda Motor Co., Ltd
8.5.7. Techtronic Industries
8.5.8. Netafim
9. Strategic Recommendations
10. Annexure
10.1. FAQ`s
10.2. Notes
10.3. Related Reports
11. Disclaimer
List of Figures
Figure 1: Global Gardening Equipment Market Size (USD Billion) By Region, 2023 & 2029
Figure 2: Market attractiveness Index, By Region 2029
Figure 3: Market attractiveness Index, By Segment 2029
Figure 4: Global Gardening Equipment Market Size By Value (2018, 2023 & 2029F) (in USD Billion)
Figure 5: Global Gardening Equipment Market Share By Region (2023)
Figure 6: Middle East & Africa Gardening Equipment Market Size By Value (2018, 2023 & 2029F) (in USD Billion)
Figure 7: Middle East & Africa Gardening Equipment Market Share By Country (2023)
Figure 8: UAE Gardening Equipment Market Size By Value (2018, 2023 & 2029F) (in USD Billion)
Figure 9: Saudi Arabia Gardening Equipment Market Size By Value (2018, 2023 & 2029F) (in USD Billion)
Figure 10: South Africa Gardening Equipment Market Size By Value (2018, 2023 & 2029F) (in USD Billion)
Figure 11: Competitive Dashboard of top 5 players, 2023
Figure 12: Porter's Five Forces of Global Gardening Equipment Market
List of Tables
Table 1: Global Gardening Equipment Market Snapshot, By Segmentation (2023 & 2029) (in USD Billion)
Table 2: Top 10 Counties Economic Snapshot 2022
Table 3: Economic Snapshot of Other Prominent Countries 2022
Table 4: Average Exchange Rates for Converting Foreign Currencies into U.S. Dollars
Table 5: Global Gardening Equipment Market Size and Forecast, By Product Type (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 6: Global Gardening Equipment Market Size and Forecast, By End User (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 7: Global Gardening Equipment Market Size and Forecast, By Sales Channel (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 8: Middle East and Africa Gardening Equipment Market Size and Forecast, By Product Type (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 9: Middle East and Africa Gardening Equipment Market Size and Forecast, By End User (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 10: Middle East and Africa Gardening Equipment Market Size and Forecast, By Sales Channel (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 11: Influencing Factors for Gardening Equipment Market, 2023
Table 12: UAE Gardening Equipment Market Size and Forecast By Product Type (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 13: UAE Gardening Equipment Market Size and Forecast By End User (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 14: UAE Gardening Equipment Market Size and Forecast By Sales Channel (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 15: Saudi Arabia Gardening Equipment Market Size and Forecast By Product Type (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 16: Saudi Arabia Gardening Equipment Market Size and Forecast By End User (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 17: Saudi Arabia Gardening Equipment Market Size and Forecast By Sales Channel (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 18: South Africa Gardening Equipment Market Size and Forecast By Product Type (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 19: South Africa Gardening Equipment Market Size and Forecast By End User (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 20: South Africa Gardening Equipment Market Size and Forecast By Sales Channel (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)

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