Agricultural Fumigants Market - Industry Analysis, Market - Forecast(2024 - 2030)
Agricultural Fumigants Market Overview
Agricultural Fumigants market size is forecast to reach US$3.1 billion by 2030, after growing at a CAGR of 4.2% during 2024-2030. The USDA defines fumigation as the process of releasing and dispersing a toxic chemical that reaches a targeted pest in the gaseous state. The main driver of the agricultural fumigant market is the rising incidences of insect infestation. According to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the 2019-2022 locust infestations destroyed approximately 70,000 hectares of crops in Kenya. Such incidences result in a high demand for fumigants. The rising global population is driving the need for higher agricultural productivity which in turn is boosting the demand for fumigants to protect crops and ensure food security.
A major trend is the growing adoption of bio-based fumigants. Bio-based fumigants derived from natural sources are becoming popular due to rising environmental concerns and regulatory pressures to reduce chemical usage. These alternatives are seen as safer for the environment and human health. In January 2023, GroPro Corp. announced the successful trial of its bio-based nematicide in potato fields. Vigilance Nematicide is GroPro’s patented bio-nematicide providing fumigation and in-field application control for various crops such as potatoes, grapes, almonds, tomatoes, peppers, strawberries, citrus and more. Another trend is using precision agriculture. These technologies are transforming fumigation practices enabling more targeted and efficient application. By integrating sensors, drones and data analytics, farmers can optimize fumigant usage.
Report Coverage
The report "Agricultural Fumigants Market Report – Forecast (2024-2030)" by IndustryARC covers an in-depth analysis of the following segments of the Agricultural Fumigants market.
- By Product: Methyl Bromide, Chloropicrin, Phosphine, 1,3-Dichloropropene, Metam Sodium, Carbon Disulphide, Ethylene dibromide (EDB), Methyl Chloroform and Others
- By Form: Powder, liquid and gas
- By Crop Type: Grains & Cereals, Fruits & Vegetables, Commercial Crops, Oil Seeds, Pulses and Others
- By Pest Control Method: Vacuum Chamber Fumigation, Tarpaulin Fumigation, Structural Fumigation, Non-Tarp Fumigation and Others
- By Method of Application: Soil and Warehouse
- By Function: Nematicides, Insecticides, Fungicides, Herbicides and Others
- By Geography: North America (USA, Canada, and Mexico), Europe (UK, Germany, Italy, France, Spain, Netherlands, Denmark, Belgium, and Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Rest of Asia Pacific), South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, and Rest of South America), and RoW (Middle East and Africa)
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Key Takeaways
- APAC dominates the Agricultural Fumigants market on account of the heavy reliance on agriculture in the region.
- Grains and cereals represent the largest crop type as more than 50% of world daily caloric intake is derived directly from cereal grain consumption.
- The major opportunity for this market is harnessing the power of AI by using drones for fumigation.
Agricultural Fumigants Market- By Product
Phosphine is the largest segment in the Agricultural Fumigants, in terms of product due to its effectiveness and versatility in controlling a wide range of pests particularly in stored grains. Its ability to penetrate deeply into stored products without leaving harmful residues makes it a preferred choice among farmers and grain storage facilities. Additionally, phosphine is cost-effective and easy to apply. Its efficacy against resistant pests and its compliance with international trade standards also play significant roles in its widespread use. In January 2024, Degesch America, Inc. introduced U-Phos(R) Phosphine Fumigant in the U.S. market. This cylinderized fumigant is approved for use by the U.S. EPA and is currently in the approval process in several states.
Agricultural Fumigants Market- By Crop Type
Cereals and grains are the fastest growing segment in the Agricultural Fumigants market due to their role in ensuring food security. These crops are highly susceptible to pest infestations during storage and transportation. Based on estimates by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), about 40% of global crop production is lost annually due to insect pests. Another FAO report estimates that insect pests cause 19–30% of global cereal losses. With the global demand for cereals and grains continually rising, there is an increasing need for effective fumigation to protect large quantities of stored produce from insects and rodents. Fumigants offer a reliable solution to ensure the quality and safety of these essential food sources.
Agricultural Fumigants Market- By Geography
The Asia Pacific region dominates the Agricultural Fumigants market with a share of 38% in 2023 owing to its large agricultural sector and the significant volume of food production and storage. Asian countries such as China, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam and India have substantial demand for fumigants to protect crops from pests and ensure food security. Additionally, the region exports a lot of its agricultural commodities which drives the need for higher agricultural productivity, further boosting the demand for fumigants. In May 2023, Cooperative Bulk Handling Ltd. (CBH Group), Australia’s largest grain exporter, announced that it signed a collaborative agreement with Universal Biosecurity Ltd. (UBL), to co-develop ethyl formate solutions for fumigation.
Key Drivers
Growing Need for Food Security
The world population reached 8 billion people on 15 November, 2022, as per data from the United Nations (UN). According to the UN, by 2050, the world must feed 9 billion people. The demand for food will be 60% greater than it is today. To achieve this, agriculture has to become more productive. To ensure good yields, crops must be protected from pests both during the growing phase as well as post-harvest. Post-harvest solutions help farmers and other stake holders in managing the produce from tremendous losses due to biotic factors. Thus, the growing need for food security acts as a driver for the agricultural fumigants market.
Rising Incidences of Insect Infestation
The growing prevalence of insect infestations in agriculture is a significant driver for the agricultural fumigants market. Changes in climate such as warmer temperatures and increased humidity have led to a surge in pest populations. These outbreaks threaten crop yields globally. In June 2024, farmers in the Rostov region of Russia reported significant damage to their tomato crops due to an invasion of the tomato moth. The tomato moth poses a serious threat to crops due to its high fertility, one moth can lay up to 900 eggs. The moths have been flying en masse, damaging both the tomato fruits and the branches they grow on. This causes the stems to break leading to the tomatoes to fall to the ground and rot. Farmers are increasingly relying on fumigants to protect their crops and ensure food security. This rising threat of insect infestations, particularly in stored grains and cereals, underscores the critical role of fumigants in preventing economic losses, thereby driving demand for fumigants in agriculture.
Key Challenges
Side Effects of Certain Fumigants
A significant challenge in the agricultural fumigants market is the potential side effects associated with their use. Fumigants can pose risks to human health, non-target organisms and the environment. Exposure to certain fumigants can lead to respiratory issues, skin irritation and other health complications for workers handling these chemicals. For instance, studies have found that Methyl bromide, a widely used fumigant is an ozone depleting substance. Additionally, it is a highly toxic pesticide that causes acute or chronic toxicity to fumigators and related workers. Furthermore, the residue left behind by some fumigants can contaminate soil and water which leads to environmental pollution.
Key Market Players
Global Agricultural Fumigants top 10 companies include:
- Bayer AG
- BASF SE
- Syngenta
- Corteva
- FMC Corporation
- UPL
- Valent BioSciences LLC
- NuFarm Limited
- Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd.
- Isagro S.p.A.
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LIST OF TABLES
1.Global Agricultural Fumigants Market By Product Type Market 2023-2030 ($M)
1.1 Methyl Bromide Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
1.2 Phosphine Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
1.3 Chloropicrin Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
1.4 Metam Sodium Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
1.5 1 3-Dichloropropene Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
2.Global Agricultural Fumigant Market By Crop Type Market 2023-2030 ($M)
2.1 Fruits & Vegetables Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
2.2 Cereals & Grains Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
2.3 Oilseeds & Pulses Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
3.Global Agricultural Fumigants Market By Pest Control Method Market 2023-2030 ($M)
3.1 Vacuum Chamber Fumigation Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
3.2 Tarpaulin Fumigation Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
3.3 Structural Fumigation Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
3.4 Non-Tarp Fumigation By Injection Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
4.Global Agricultural Fumigants Market By Form & Function Market 2023-2030 ($M)
4.1 By Form Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
4.1.1 Solid Market 2023-2030 ($M)
4.1.2 Liquid Market 2023-2030 ($M)
4.1.3 Gaseous Market 2023-2030 ($M)
4.2 By Function Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
4.2.1 Nematicides Market 2023-2030 ($M)
4.2.2 Insecticides Market 2023-2030 ($M)
4.2.3 Fungicides Market 2023-2030 ($M)
4.2.4 Herbicides Market 2023-2030 ($M)
5.Global Agricultural Fumigants Market By Product Type Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units)
5.1 Methyl Bromide Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
5.2 Phosphine Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
5.3 Chloropicrin Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
5.4 Metam Sodium Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
5.5 1 3-Dichloropropene Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
6.Global Agricultural Fumigant Market By Crop Type Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units)
6.1 Fruits & Vegetables Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
6.2 Cereals & Grains Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
6.3 Oilseeds & Pulses Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
7.Global Agricultural Fumigants Market By Pest Control Method Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units)
7.1 Vacuum Chamber Fumigation Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
7.2 Tarpaulin Fumigation Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
7.3 Structural Fumigation Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
7.4 Non-Tarp Fumigation By Injection Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
8.Global Agricultural Fumigants Market By Form & Function Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units)
8.1 By Form Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
8.1.1 Solid Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units)
8.1.2 Liquid Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units)
8.1.3 Gaseous Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units)
8.2 By Function Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
8.2.1 Nematicides Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units)
8.2.2 Insecticides Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units)
8.2.3 Fungicides Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units)
8.2.4 Herbicides Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units)
9.North America Agricultural Fumigants Market By Product Type Market 2023-2030 ($M)
9.1 Methyl Bromide Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
9.2 Phosphine Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
9.3 Chloropicrin Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
9.4 Metam Sodium Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
9.5 1 3-Dichloropropene Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
10.North America Agricultural Fumigant Market By Crop Type Market 2023-2030 ($M)
10.1 Fruits & Vegetables Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
10.2 Cereals & Grains Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
10.3 Oilseeds & Pulses Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
11.North America Agricultural Fumigants Market By Pest Control Method Market 2023-2030 ($M)
11.1 Vacuum Chamber Fumigation Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
11.2 Tarpaulin Fumigation Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
11.3 Structural Fumigation Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
11.4 Non-Tarp Fumigation By Injection Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
12.North America Agricultural Fumigants Market By Form & Function Market 2023-2030 ($M)
12.1 By Form Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
12.1.1 Solid Market 2023-2030 ($M)
12.1.2 Liquid Market 2023-2030 ($M)
12.1.3 Gaseous Market 2023-2030 ($M)
12.2 By Function Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
12.2.1 Nematicides Market 2023-2030 ($M)
12.2.2 Insecticides Market 2023-2030 ($M)
12.2.3 Fungicides Market 2023-2030 ($M)
12.2.4 Herbicides Market 2023-2030 ($M)
13.South America Agricultural Fumigants Market By Product Type Market 2023-2030 ($M)
13.1 Methyl Bromide Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
13.2 Phosphine Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
13.3 Chloropicrin Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
13.4 Metam Sodium Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
13.5 1 3-Dichloropropene Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
14.South America Agricultural Fumigant Market By Crop Type Market 2023-2030 ($M)
14.1 Fruits & Vegetables Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
14.2 Cereals & Grains Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
14.3 Oilseeds & Pulses Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
15.South America Agricultural Fumigants Market By Pest Control Method Market 2023-2030 ($M)
15.1 Vacuum Chamber Fumigation Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
15.2 Tarpaulin Fumigation Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
15.3 Structural Fumigation Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
15.4 Non-Tarp Fumigation By Injection Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
16.South America Agricultural Fumigants Market By Form & Function Market 2023-2030 ($M)
16.1 By Form Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
16.1.1 Solid Market 2023-2030 ($M)
16.1.2 Liquid Market 2023-2030 ($M)
16.1.3 Gaseous Market 2023-2030 ($M)
16.2 By Function Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
16.2.1 Nematicides Market 2023-2030 ($M)
16.2.2 Insecticides Market 2023-2030 ($M)
16.2.3 Fungicides Market 2023-2030 ($M)
16.2.4 Herbicides Market 2023-2030 ($M)
17.Europe Agricultural Fumigants Market By Product Type Market 2023-2030 ($M)
17.1 Methyl Bromide Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
17.2 Phosphine Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
17.3 Chloropicrin Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
17.4 Metam Sodium Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
17.5 1 3-Dichloropropene Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
18.Europe Agricultural Fumigant Market By Crop Type Market 2023-2030 ($M)
18.1 Fruits & Vegetables Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
18.2 Cereals & Grains Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
18.3 Oilseeds & Pulses Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
19.Europe Agricultural Fumigants Market By Pest Control Method Market 2023-2030 ($M)
19.1 Vacuum Chamber Fumigation Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
19.2 Tarpaulin Fumigation Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
19.3 Structural Fumigation Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
19.4 Non-Tarp Fumigation By Injection Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
20.Europe Agricultural Fumigants Market By Form & Function Market 2023-2030 ($M)
20.1 By Form Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
20.1.1 Solid Market 2023-2030 ($M)
20.1.2 Liquid Market 2023-2030 ($M)
20.1.3 Gaseous Market 2023-2030 ($M)
20.2 By Function Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
20.2.1 Nematicides Market 2023-2030 ($M)
20.2.2 Insecticides Market 2023-2030 ($M)
20.2.3 Fungicides Market 2023-2030 ($M)
20.2.4 Herbicides Market 2023-2030 ($M)
21.APAC Agricultural Fumigants Market By Product Type Market 2023-2030 ($M)
21.1 Methyl Bromide Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
21.2 Phosphine Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
21.3 Chloropicrin Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
21.4 Metam Sodium Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
21.5 1 3-Dichloropropene Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
22.APAC Agricultural Fumigant Market By Crop Type Market 2023-2030 ($M)
22.1 Fruits & Vegetables Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
22.2 Cereals & Grains Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
22.3 Oilseeds & Pulses Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
23.APAC Agricultural Fumigants Market By Pest Control Method Market 2023-2030 ($M)
23.1 Vacuum Chamber Fumigation Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
23.2 Tarpaulin Fumigation Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
23.3 Structural Fumigation Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
23.4 Non-Tarp Fumigation By Injection Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
24.APAC Agricultural Fumigants Market By Form & Function Market 2023-2030 ($M)
24.1 By Form Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
24.1.1 Solid Market 2023-2030 ($M)
24.1.2 Liquid Market 2023-2030 ($M)
24.1.3 Gaseous Market 2023-2030 ($M)
24.2 By Function Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
24.2.1 Nematicides Market 2023-2030 ($M)
24.2.2 Insecticides Market 2023-2030 ($M)
24.2.3 Fungicides Market 2023-2030 ($M)
24.2.4 Herbicides Market 2023-2030 ($M)
25.MENA Agricultural Fumigants Market By Product Type Market 2023-2030 ($M)
25.1 Methyl Bromide Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
25.2 Phosphine Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
25.3 Chloropicrin Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
25.4 Metam Sodium Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
25.5 1 3-Dichloropropene Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
26.MENA Agricultural Fumigant Market By Crop Type Market 2023-2030 ($M)
26.1 Fruits & Vegetables Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
26.2 Cereals & Grains Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
26.3 Oilseeds & Pulses Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
27.MENA Agricultural Fumigants Market By Pest Control Method Market 2023-2030 ($M)
27.1 Vacuum Chamber Fumigation Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
27.2 Tarpaulin Fumigation Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
27.3 Structural Fumigation Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
27.4 Non-Tarp Fumigation By Injection Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
28.MENA Agricultural Fumigants Market By Form & Function Market 2023-2030 ($M)
28.1 By Form Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
28.1.1 Solid Market 2023-2030 ($M)
28.1.2 Liquid Market 2023-2030 ($M)
28.1.3 Gaseous Market 2023-2030 ($M)
28.2 By Function Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
28.2.1 Nematicides Market 2023-2030 ($M)
28.2.2 Insecticides Market 2023-2030 ($M)
28.2.3 Fungicides Market 2023-2030 ($M)
28.2.4 Herbicides Market 2023-2030 ($M)
LIST OF FIGURES
1.US Agricultural Fumigants Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
2.Canada Agricultural Fumigants Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
3.Mexico Agricultural Fumigants Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
4.Brazil Agricultural Fumigants Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
5.Argentina Agricultural Fumigants Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
6.Peru Agricultural Fumigants Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
7.Colombia Agricultural Fumigants Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
8.Chile Agricultural Fumigants Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
9.Rest of South America Agricultural Fumigants Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
10.UK Agricultural Fumigants Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
11.Germany Agricultural Fumigants Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
12.France Agricultural Fumigants Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
13.Italy Agricultural Fumigants Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
14.Spain Agricultural Fumigants Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
15.Rest of Europe Agricultural Fumigants Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
16.China Agricultural Fumigants Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
17.India Agricultural Fumigants Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
18.Japan Agricultural Fumigants Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
19.South Korea Agricultural Fumigants Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
20.South Africa Agricultural Fumigants Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
21.North America Agricultural Fumigants By Application
22.South America Agricultural Fumigants By Application
23.Europe Agricultural Fumigants By Application
24.APAC Agricultural Fumigants By Application
25.MENA Agricultural Fumigants By Application
26.BASF, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
27.Syngenta, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
28.Adama, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
29.The DOW Chemical Company, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
30.FMC Corporation, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
31.UPL, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
32.Degesch America, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
33.Nufarm, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
34.AMVAC, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
35.Arkema, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
36.Rentokil, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
37.Brand Overview, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)