Mulch Film Market Forecasts to 2028 – Global Analysis By Type (Degradable Mulch, Colored Mulch, Clear/Transparent), Technology (Cast, Blown), Application, End User, and By Geography

Mulch Film Market Forecasts to 2028 – Global Analysis By Type (Degradable Mulch, Colored Mulch, Clear/Transparent), Technology (Cast, Blown), Application, End User, and By Geography

According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Mulch Film Market is accounted for $4.33 billion in 2021 and is expected to reach $7.67 billion by 2028 growing at a CAGR of 8.5% during the forecast period. Mulch films are plastic coverings designed for plants. These are designed to preserve the level of moisture in the soil. Due to evaporation, significant loss of soil moisture is observed which has raised the demand for mulch films in the agricultural areas. Also, to fulfill the need for food for the growing population, the demand for mulch films is increasing.

Market Dynamics:

Driver:

Rising demand for sustainable biopolymer mulch films

Focus on developing environment-friendly solutions by using compostable and soil-biodegradable plastic companies is increasing. The rising preference of consumers to use compostable polymer with bio-based elements is driving the mulch films market. Biopolymer mulch films are used to manufacture organic waste bags for various agricultural applications. There is increasing adoption of biopolymer mulch films in order to complete the loop of the food-value chain.

Restraint:

High cost

Mulch films are hard to find. This is what makes it more expensive to make them. The high cost of installation and adverse effects of plastics on the environment are the major factors among others restraining the market growth. As well as high prices of mulching films such as silver and the black mulching film are set to hamper their market growth in the upcoming years. Hence, owing to its high cost the low and middle-income farmers are unable to purchase.

Opportunity:

Technological advancements

Mulch films can be formed by co-extruded blown technology. This is one of the agricultural applications as they allow heat transmission during the packaging process. The layer pattern of multi-layer blown mulch films can be changed by raising the number of layers and modifying the polymer used. Makers of co-extrusion liners have been working hard to find new markets and improve product yields. Moreover, implementation of sustainable agriculture practices by farmers to use recycling methods for the production of crops.

The vegetables segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

The vegetables segment is estimated to have a lucrative growth owing to the increased use of mulch films in vegetable cultivation due to rising fresh vegetable production and fresh and frozen vegetable exports. Mulch films are mainly used for growing food and vegetable crops as many farmers use mulch films to maintain steady growth in vegetable production as a result of rising vegetable exports.

The biodegradable mulch films segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

The biodegradable mulch films segment is anticipated to witness the fastest CAGR growth during the forecast period owing to its organic ingredients that are eco-friendly. Semi biodegradable mulch films have polyethylene and are cost-effective therefore they are used effectively. Biodegradable mulch films are developed from organic material derived from plants & animals and are decomposed automatically into the soil

Region with highest share:

North America is projected to hold the largest market share during the forecast period due to the increasing adoption of modern cultivation techniques in this region. The market for biodegradable mulch film in the region will grow because of the increasing incorporation of environment-friendly products for agriculture applications by the countries of this region.

Region with highest CAGR:

Asia Pacific is projected to have the highest CAGR over the forecast period owing to the growing population and shrinking agricultural land. China, being densely populated was the leading consumer of mulch films followed by India due to rapid urbanization and improved living standards. The country faces industrial growth and urbanization which has led to the higher standards of living among consumers, resulting in the rise of food products.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players profiled in the Mulch Film Market include Berry Global Inc., Al-Pack Enterprises Ltd, Tilak Polypack Pvt. Ltd., RKW Agri Gmbh & Co., Plastika Kritis S.A., British Polythene Industries PLC, Kuraray Group, Britton Group, Exxon Mobil Corp, Dow Chemical Company, BioBag International AS, Ginegar Plastic Products Ltd., Novamont S.p.A., BASF SE and AEP Industries Inc.

Key Developments:

In Aug 2019, BASF SE announced a certified soil-biodegradable plastic for mulch films known as Ecovio M 2351, which is made from its biodegradable co-polyester known as PBAT (polybutylene adipate terephthalate).

Types Covered:
• Degradable Mulch
• Colored Mulch
• Clear/Transparent

Elements Covered:
• Polybutylene Succinate (PBS)
• Polyamides (PA)
• Poly(Butylene Succinate-Co-Adipate) (PBSA)
• Poly(Butylene-Adipate-Co-Terephthalate) (PBAT)
• Polylactic Acid (PLA) / Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA)
• Polyethylene (PE)
• Polypropylene (PP)
• Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
• Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate (EVA)
• Starch

Products Covered:
• Рlаѕtіс Мulсh Fіlmѕ
• Non-biodegradable Mulch Films
• Biodegradable Mulch Films

Thicknesses Covered:
• Above 100 Microns
• 50-100 Microns
• 25-50 Microns
• Below 25 Microns

Technologies Covered:
• Cast
• Blown

Applications Covered:
• Vegetables
• Fіеld Crорѕ
• Flowers & Plants
• Сrорѕ
• Fоrеѕtrу
• Fruits
• Grains & Oilseeds

End Users Covered:
• Agricultural Farms
• Horticulture

Regions Covered:
• North America
US
Canada
Mexico
• Europe
Germany
UK
Italy
France
Spain
Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
Japan
China
India
Australia
New Zealand
South Korea
Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
Argentina
Brazil
Chile
Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Qatar
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa

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