Home and Garden Pesticides Market: Current Analysis and Forecast (2022-2028)

Home and Garden Pesticides Market: Current Analysis and Forecast (2022-2028)

Home and garden pesticides are chemical substances that are used to control and eliminate pests such as insects, rodents, weeds, and other unwanted organisms in and around households and gardens. These products are designed to kill or repel pests that may damage crops, harm humans and pets, or cause other nuisance problems. Moreover, the increasing prevalence of vector-borne diseases. Home and garden pesticides are widely used to control vector-borne diseases in residential areas. They can effectively control mosquito populations and reduce the risk of disease transmission. In recent years, there has been a growing demand for environmentally friendly and non-toxic pest control products that can effectively control vector-borne diseases.

The Home and Garden Pesticides Market is expected to grow at a steady rate of around 6% owing to the increased growth in the development of urban green space. According to The World Bank, globally, over 50% of the population lives in urban areas in 2023. By 2045, the world's urban population will increase by 1.5 times to 6 billion. City leaders must move quickly to plan for growth and provide the basic services, infrastructure, and affordable housing their expanding populations need. As the world continues to urbanize and the number of households grows, the demand for effective pest control solutions will continue to rise. Moreover, the growth of e-commerce platforms has made it easier for consumers to access a wide range of home and garden pesticides online which increases their accessibility and convenience.

• Based on type, the market is segmented into herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, fumigants, and others. Herbicides held a significant share of the market in 2021. The insecticides are expected to grow with a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The need for insecticides has grown due to the increasing prevalence of insect-borne diseases, such as Lyme disease, West Nile virus, and Zika virus. These diseases can be transmitted to humans through the bites of infected insects, making it essential to control insect populations. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, on 13 December 2022, a total of 1,035 cases of West Nile virus disease in people have been reported to CDC. Of these, 737 (71%) were classified as neuroinvasive diseases (such as meningitis or encephalitis), and 298 (29%) were classified as non-neuroinvasive diseases.
• Based on application, the home and garden pesticides market has been classified into garden and household. The garden held a significant share of the market in 2021. This is mainly due to the rise of urban farming and the popularity of home gardening, more people are cultivating their own fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants in their yards and balconies. This trend has led to an increase in the need for pest control products to protect these plants from insects, diseases, and weeds.
• For a better understanding of the market adoption of the Home and garden pesticides industry, the market is analyzed based on its worldwide presence in the countries such as North America (U.S., Canada, Rest of North America), Europe (Germany, U.K., France, Spain, Italy, Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, Rest of Asia-Pacific), Rest of World. APAC is expected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. This is mainly due to the growth of population and the growing inclination towards indoor gardening have contributed significantly to the increasing demand for home and garden pesticides in the Asia Pacific region. The region has witnessed a rapid increase in population in recent years, with a corresponding rise in the number of households. This has led to an increase in the demand for effective pest control solutions to protect the health and comfort of residents. Additionally, the Asia Pacific region is home to several vector-borne diseases, such as dengue fever, malaria, and chikungunya, which are transmitted by mosquitoes. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2023, around 40% of the global population is at risk of contracting dengue, and about 75% of all dengue cases reported to WHO are from the Asia Pacific region. The growing prevalence of these diseases has led to a greater need for effective pest control products to prevent their spread and protect public health.
• Some of the major players operating in the market include Central Garden & Pet Company, S.C. Johnson & Sons Inc., Bayer AG, The Scotts Company LLC, Syngenta Crop Protection AG, Organic Labs, Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC, DuPont, BASF SE, Willert Home Products.