Weed Control Market Size & Share, by Control Methods (Chemical, Biological, Mechanical, Cultural); Application Areas (Agricultural Weed Control, Non-Agricultural Weed Control); Type Of Weed (Broadleaf Weeds, Grass Weeds, Sedge & Rush Weeds, Aquatic Weeds); End-Users (Farmers & Agricultural Professionals, Landscapers & Groundkeepers, Government & Municipalities, Residential Consumers) - Global Supply & Demand Analysis, Growth Forecasts, Statistics Report 2024-2036

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  • Published Date: Jun 13, 2024
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Global Market Size, Forecast, and Trend Highlights Over 2024-2036

Weed Control Market size was over USD 31 Billion in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 66.1 Billion by the end of 2036, witnessing around 6% CAGR during the forecast period i.e., between 2024-2036. In the year 2024, the industry size of weed control is assessed at USD 32.86 Billion.

The need for effective weed control techniques has grown as a result of factors like population expansion, urbanization, and shifting climatic patterns that aim to safeguard public areas, agricultural areas, and natural ecosystems. According to a report published by the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), there will be 50% more people on the planet by 2050 roughly 9 billion people which would result in a 50% increase in the demand for food.


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Weed Control Market: Growth Drivers and Challenges

Growth Drivers

  • Growing world food consumption - The need for food production is increasing as a result of the world's population growth. Reduced crop yields result from weeds competing with crops for nutrients, water, and sunlight. To fulfill the rising demand for food, farmers and the agricultural sector look for efficient weed control methods to enhance crop output.

    According to World Bank’s estimates, the worldwide food insecurity rate peaked in 2023 at 11.9% between 2020 and 2022. From 2021 to 2023, there is likely to be a slight improvement to 11.8%, and in 2022–2023 there will be a further decline to 11.6%. This as a result is estimated to increase the weed control market growth.
     
  • Technological developments in weed control - The market has profited from ongoing technological developments. Weed control has become more effective and targeted owing to new tools and equipment, including enhanced herbicide formulations and precise application methods. These developments provide more environmentally friendly and efficient weed management solutions for farmers and landscapers.
    The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations projects that in 2022, weeds will cause about 34% of the world's crop losses each year. Harvest yields can be increased and these losses can be minimized with the use of more potent non-chemical weed control techniques.
     
  • Advanced Weed Management Technologies - More precise and focused weed control is made possible by developments in precision agriculture and technology, including drones, machine learning algorithms, and satellite imaging. With the use of precision weed control technology, farmers can reduce chemical fertilizers usage and associated expenses by applying herbicides only where necessary. These systems can detect weed infestations in real time.

    Adopting precision weed management presents chances for businesses to provide state-of-the-art solutions to boost productivity and lessen environmental effect. The United States Department of Agriculture reported in 2022 that each year, herbicide-resistant "superweeds" cause the loss of about 30% of crops in the Americas. Precision technologies can assist in recovering output losses and reducing agricultural pressures as weed resistance increases at a pace of 4-8% each year.

Challenges

  • Resistance to herbicides - Weeds' growing resistance to herbicides is one of the major obstacles facing the weed control market. Certain herbicides have caused populations of weeds to become resistant through repeated and widespread use, which has decreased the efficacy of these chemical treatments. Herbicide resistance makes weed management efforts more difficult, necessitating the use of integrated techniques and alternate tactics to effectively manage resistant weed species.
     
  • Environmental issues - Environmental concerns have increased as a result of growing knowledge about environmental sustainability and the possible effects of chemical herbicides on ecosystems and non-target creatures.

    The availability and application of some herbicides are restricted due to the laws and scrutiny surrounding the use of chemical herbicides. Businesses in the weed control market have difficulties creating and promoting herbicides with low environmental impact.

Weed Control Market: Key Insights

Base Year

2023

Forecast Year

2024-2036

CAGR

6%

Base Year Market Size (2023)

USD 31 Billion

Forecast Year Market Size (2036)

USD 66.1 Billion

Regional Scope

  • North America (U.S., and Canada)
  • Latin America (Mexico, Argentina, Rest of Latin America)
  • Asia-Pacific (Japan, China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Australia, Rest of Asia-Pacific)
  • Europe (U.K., Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Russia, NORDIC, Rest of Europe)
  • Middle East and Africa (Israel, GCC North Africa, South Africa, Rest of the Middle East and Africa)
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Weed Control Segmentation

Application Areas (Agricultural Weed Control, Non-Agricultural Weed Control)

Agricultural weed control segment is poised to dominate weed control market share of around 60% by the end of 2036. There will probably be a shortage of food due to the expanding population and rapidly increasing urbanization. According to UNCTAD; by 2022, the percentage of people living in cities was expected to have risen to 56.9%. With the usage of biotech crops and growth-promoting drugs, agricultural productivity is probably expected to have increased dramatically in order to meet the growing need for food.

The six countries that make up the world's agricultural output are Brazil, Nigeria, the United States, Indonesia, China, and India. In a similar vein, India's agriculture sector is probably going to be crucial to the industry's growth. The diversified geography, range of soil types, and climate of India have contributed to agriculture by enabling farmers to carry out agricultural activities all year round. Therefore, it is anticipated that the aforementioned elements will fuel the need for weed control market demand in the farming industry.

Control Methods (Chemical Weed Control, Biological Weed Control, Mechanical Weed Control, Cultural Weed Control)

Biological weed control segment in the weed control market is anticipated to exhibit CAGR of over 7% till 2036. Biological management techniques are the best option for managing pests since they are safe for the environment, do not pose a threat to humans, and work well all year round. The weed control market will be driven in the upcoming years in this segment due to the growing public awareness about the health risks of synthetic pesticides, as well as growing laws and global bans on synthetic chemicals used in farming.

In order to develop and grow the biological control market which is predicted to rise as consumer preferences shift toward organic food products more R&D collaborations, partnerships, and other activities are being carried out. For example, Bayer AG launched Vynyty citrus in March 2021, a crop protection product that uses pheromones and biology to combat pests on citrus plantations.

Our in-depth analysis of the global weed control market includes the following segments:

          Control Methods

  • Chemical Weed Control
  • Biological Weed Control
  • Mechanical Weed Control
  • Cultural Weed Control

          Application Areas

  • Agricultural Weed Control
  • Non-Agricultural Weed Control

          Type of Weed

  • Broadleaf Weeds
  • Grass Weeds
  • Sedge & Rush Weeds
  • Aquatic Weeds

          End-Users

  • Farmers & Agricultural Professionals
  • Landscapers & Groundkeepers
  • Government & Municipalities
  • Residential Consumers

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Weed Control Industry - Regional Synopsis

North America Market Statistics

North America weed control market is predicted to account for revenue share of more than 34% by the end of 2036. There is a major agricultural industry in the area, with vast croplands and commercial farming enterprises. Because of the size of farming and the necessity for effective and affordable solutions, chemical weed control technologies and herbicides have been widely used in North America. As reported by the US Department of Agriculture; slightly larger than the 440 acres noted in the early 1970s, the average farm size in 2023 was 464 acres.

The growing emphasis on preserving visually beautiful landscapes is driving up demand for weed management services in the United States. Weeds may cost the US economy between USD 15 and USD 20 billion in total.

European Market Analysis

The European region will also encounter huge growth for the weed control market during the forecast period. For the purpose of promoting sustainable agriculture and safeguarding the environment, the European Union has imposed stringent rules for the use of pesticides, including herbicides. The EU Commission's "farm to fork" policy is to cut agricultural nutrient loss by 50% and minimize the use of pesticides and antibiotics by 2030.

Food demand is expected to rise rapidly over the next three decades in the United Kingdom due to the country's growing population.  In 2022, there were roughly 67.6 million people predicted to live in the United Kingdom.

Compared to other countries in the area, France uses a lot of herbicides. France came in second place in 2022 with 2.8 thousand per hectare.

Germany's agricultural production is highly dependent on the use of chemical pesticides, particularly herbicides, to maintain agricultural productivity stability, quantity, and food security. When it comes to pesticide use, insecticides lead the pack, with an average of 2.4 thousand g per acre in 2022.

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Companies Dominating the Weed Control Landscape

    Important companies in the weed control market have been aggressively introducing new goods to expand their product lines and take a bigger chunk of the market.

    • DuPont
      • Company Overview
      • Business Strategy
      • Key Product Offerings
      • Financial Performance
      • Key Performance Indicators
      • Risk Analysis
      • Recent Development
      • Regional Presence
      • SWOT Analysis
    • Corteva
    • BASF SE
    • Bayer AG
    • Nufarm Canada
    • UPL
    • AMVAC Chemical Corporation
    • Pro Farm Group Inc.
    • Albaugh LLC
    • Drexel Chemical

     


In the News

  • Corteva Agriscience and BASF SE announced a long-term partnership to develop cutting-edge weed management strategies for soybean farmers around the world. This deal calls for the two businesses to simultaneously develop complementary herbicide technologies and cross-license soybean features. Through this strategic alliance, both parties will be able to offer cutting-edge weed management solutions for soybean farming.
  • DuPont's global portfolio of herbicides for cereal broadleaf crops and insecticides for chewing pests was acquired by FMC. Furthermore, DuPont's global research and development skills in the field of crop protection will be substantially transferred to FMC.

Author Credits:  Rajrani Baghel


  • Report ID: 6174
  • Published Date: Jun 13, 2024
  • Report Format: PDF, PPT
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