Greenhouse Film Market Outlook:
Greenhouse Film Market size was valued at USD 9.2 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 23.9 billion by the end of 2035, rising at a CAGR of 11.2% during the forecast period, i.e., 2026-2035. In 2026, the industry size of greenhouse film is evaluated at USD 10.2 billion.
The principal growth driver for the greenhouse film market is the expansion of protected agriculture, which includes greenhouses and controlled environment agriculture, and the increasing use of plastic covers in commercial crop production. As per the article published by the University of Copenhagen in June 2024, its study using satellite imagery and AI mapped global greenhouse cultivation, revealing 1.3 million hectares across 119 countries, nearly three times previous estimates. It also mentioned that China dominates with 60.4% of the total area, followed by Spain and Italy, whereas the greenhouses in the global south cover 2.7 times more land when compared to those in the global north. In addition, government subsidies and support, particularly in China and resource-scarce regions, have driven this rapid expansion, thereby enhancing year-round production, food security, and economic opportunities.
Furthermore, the increasing awareness of climate-resilient farming practices and the need to enhance crop yield throughout the year are driving adoption. Innovations in film technology, such as improved UV resistance, durability, and energy efficiency, are expanding its applications more than traditional greenhouse farming. According to the article published by the USDA in April 2024, U.S. imports of greenhouse bell peppers, both organic and conventional, increased by 6.2 million pounds in 2024, which represents a 1% rise when compared to the previous year, and accounted for 59% of all fresh bell pepper imports. On the other hand, monthly import volumes remained steady from January 2023 through February 2024, with red bell peppers comprising about 25% of total greenhouse bell pepper shipments, hence stimulating growth in the market.
