Agricultural Fumigants Market by Product Type (Methyl Bromide, Phosphine, Chloropicrin), Crop Type (Cereals, Oilseeds, Fruits), Application (Soil, Warehouse), Pest Control Method (Tarpaulin, Non-Tarp, Vacuum), and Region - Global Forecast to 2022
[148 Pages Report] The global agricultural fumigants market size was valued at USD 1.52 Billion in 2016. It is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.10% from 2017, to reach USD 1.94 Billion by 2022. The base year considered for this study is 2016 and the forecast period is from 2017 to 2022. The objectives of the study are to define, segment, and measure the size of the market with respect to product type, crop type, application, pest control method, and region. The report also aims to provide detailed information about the crucial factors influencing the growth of the market, strategical analysis of micro-markets, opportunities for stakeholders, details of the competitive landscape, and profile of the key players for their market share and competencies.
Agricultural Fumigants Market Dynamics
Increase in focus on the reduction of post-harvest losses
The reduction of post-harvest food losses is a critical component for ensuring food security. Post-harvest losses arise from freshly harvested agricultural produce undergoing changes during handling. Post-harvest losses are a measurable reduction in foodstuffs and affect both quantity and quality. According to the UN DESA (United Nations Department of Economic & Social Affairs) report the global population is expected to reach 9.7 billion by 2050, further adding to global food security concerns. Thus, food availability and accessibility can be raised by increasing production and reducing losses.
Post-harvest losses can be avoided by undertaking fumigation for pest prevention. For example, the decay of citrus post-harvest is controlled by ammonia gas fumigation. Post-harvest green mold and blue mold, caused by Penicillium digitatum and Penicillium italicum respectively, are effectively controlled by ammonia gas fumigation of lemons and oranges. This treatment does not harm oranges; however, it causes the tissue within previously injured areas on the crust of lemons to become darker in color. Fumigation of lemons with ammonia slightly accelerates the natural transition of the color of the crust from green to yellow. Thus, fumigation technology helps in preventing post-harvest losses to maintain the quality of agricultural commodities. Also, fumigation helps in the thorough cleaning of storage areas, silos, or warehouses. This is employed as a further preventative method in pre-harvest cleaning for the storage of grains.
Stringent regulations
The use of agricultural fumigants is regulated by various legislative bodies worldwide, including the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (CDPA), and other regional bodies. Fumigants contain poisonous gases which can pose a threat to human health. Hence, there are stringent regulations imposed by governments on the usage of fumigants in limited quantities. For example, US EPA Biopesticide and Pollution Prevention Division (BPPD) has developed various bio-fumigants to comply with safety regulations along with enhanced agricultural practices which are likely to restrain the agricultural fumigants market in the coming years. In addition, fumigation is only permitted to government certified applicators under various defined standards and guidelines. The use of fumigant products is subject to registration by health, environmental protection, and agricultural agencies in various countries. The nature of government policies and the extent of arable land in a given country can affect the demand and prices for fumigant products. In addition, strict and rigorous regulatory requirements regarding environmental protection are applicable to the manufacturers production processes. These vary with the policies of each country.
Developing countries are expected to witness strong demand for fumigants
According to the FAO, countries in the Asia Pacific region such as India, China, and Japan have displayed above-average growth in agricultural output, and this trend is expected to continue through 2025. According to the FAO, more than 2.2 billion people in the region are engaged in agriculture, leading to an increased demand for agricultural fumigants for better cultivation and crop growth, as well as to prevent losses after harvest. In addition, the use of fumigants in India and other developing countries is becoming more common, thereby creating opportunities even in areas where there had previously been little or no adoption of fumigants. However, other developing countries such as Brazil and Argentina have emerged as new agricultural powerhouses; especially Brazil, which is currently one of the worlds most potent agricultural markets and is expected to grow at a rate well above the regional average.
Increasing labor costs and other expenses
Soil fumigation with volatile chemical content is regulated by various governing bodies. It is necessary to find the appropriate fumigant for the varied application base. Further, high labor costs are involved in applying these fumigants with hand-held or manual injectors. The main costs associated with fumigation are the costs required for equipment and labor. Only pest control experts that are certified fumigators are permitted to provide fumigation treatment. Fumigation is a highly technical procedure that requires skilled operators using special materials and gas measurement devices.
This report includes estimations of the market size in terms of value (USD billion) and volume (KT). Both, top-down and bottom-up approaches have been used to estimate and validate the size of the global agricultural fumigants market and to estimate the size of various other dependent submarkets in the overall market. Key players in the market have been identified through secondary research; some of the sources are press releases, annual reports, and financial journals, and paid databases such as Factiva and Bloomberg. All percentage shares, splits, and breakdowns have been determined using secondary sources and verified through primary sources. The figure below shows the breakdown of profiles of the industry experts that participated in the primary discussions.
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The key players in this market include BASF (Germany), Syngenta (Switzerland), ADAMA (Israel), Dow Chemicals (US), and FMC (US). Other players include UPL (India), Degesch (US), Nufarm (Australia), American Vanguard (US), Nippon (Japan), Arkema (US), and Rentokil (UK).
This report is targeted at the existing players in the industry, which are as follows:
- Agricultural fumigant manufacturers, suppliers, and formulators
- Agricultural fumigant traders, suppliers, and distributors
- Professional agricultural fumigant providers, associations, and industry bodies
- Research and development organizations
- Government authorities and agencies related to public health, environment, and agriculture
The study answers several questions for stakeholders, primarily which market segments to focus on in the next two to five years for prioritizing efforts and investments.
Scope of the Agricultural Fumigants Market Report:
On the basis of product type, the market has been segmented as follows:
- Methyl bromide
- Phosphine
- Chloropicrin
- Metam sodium
- 1, 3- Dichloropropene
- Others
On the basis of application, the market has been segmented as follows:
- Soil
- Warehouse
On the basis of crop type, the market has been segmented as follows:
- Cereals & grains
- Oilseeds & pulses
- Fruits & vegetables
- Others
On the basis of pest control method, the market has been segmented as follows:
- Tarpaulin fumigation
- Non-tarp fumigation by injection
- Structural fumigation (tent)
- Vacuum chamber fumigation
- Others
On the basis of region, the agricultural fumigants market has been segmented as follows
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Rest of the World (RoW)
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Segment Analysis
- Product matrix, which gives a detailed comparison of the product portfolio of each company
- Detailed analysis at the volume level can also be provided
Geographic Analysis
- Further breakdown of the Rest of European agricultural fumigants market into Russia, Denmark, Turkey, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Sweden, Belgium, and Norway
- Further breakdown of the Rest of Asia Pacific agricultural fumigants market into Vietnam, Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, and New Zealand
- Further breakdown of other countries in the Rest of the World agricultural fumigants market, by key regions which include South America, Africa, and the Middle East
Company Information
- Detailed analyses and profiling of additional market players (up to five)
The growth of the agricultural fumigants market can be attributed to the growing focus on increasing agricultural production, increase in focus on the reduction of post-harvest losses, and growing usage of fumigants for the production and storage of cereals. However, there are several region-specific regulations on the usage of agricultural fumigants by various governing bodies, which act as a restraint for the market growth. Additionally, accumulation of residue on grains, fruits, and a proposed ban on methyl bromide are also expected to affect the market growth.
The phosphine segment, on the basis of various product types, accounted for the largest share in 2016. The phosphine segment is mainly driven by few factors; phosphine-based fumigants are easily available, they are easy to handle, and they are comparatively less harmful in nature than other fumigants, especially methyl bromide. It is also coupled with the increasing awareness about its good penetration ability, easy availability, and is popular for its reliability to control pests in granaries. The chloropicrin segment, on the basis of product type, accounted for the second-largest share in 2016, owing to its multifunctional nature in controlling various pests such as nematodes, weed seeds, insects, bacteria, and soil-borne fungus diseases. The warehouse application of the agricultural fumigants market holds the largest share due to the increasing usage of agricultural fumigants in food stock warehouses in the North American and European regions
North America accounted for the largest share in 2016 due to the presence of key crop protection chemical manufacturers, increasing the need for sustainable agriculture and the higher efficiency of fumigants in terms of application, and presence of some of the most protective farming regulations in the region.
The food & beverage market in the Asia-Pacific region is currently undergoing a transformation in response to rapid urbanization and the liberalization of foreign direct investment in the food sector. The Asia Pacific is projected to be the fastest-growing region from 2017 to 2022 due to a gradual increase in awareness and knowledge about using fumigation as a crop protection technique, an increase in the availability of fumigant products, and a growing number of manufacturers in the region.
Licenses or special permits required to handle fumigation services and increasing labor costs and other expenses are posing challenges to the agricultural fumigants market. For instance, the practice of pest control in Florida is strictly regulated under the provisions of the Structural Pest Control Act, Chapter 482, Florida Statutes (F.S.). This law is administered and enforced by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services in the State. Further, safety testing requires substantial investments. Large investments in R&D activities, laboratories, and research equipment, the volatile nature of fumigants accumulation of residue during fumigation, and hiring trained professionals also pose a barrier for this market.
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Table of Contents
1 Introduction (Page No. - 14)
1.1 Objectives of the Study
1.2 Market Definition
1.3 Market Scope
1.4 Periodization Considered
1.5 Currency Considered
1.6 Unit Considered
1.7 Stakeholders
2 Research Methodology (Page No. - 18)
2.1 Research Data
2.1.1 Secondary Data
2.1.2 Primary Data
2.1.2.1 Key Industry Insights
2.1.2.2 Breakdown of Primary Interviews
2.2 Market Size Estimation
2.2.1 Bottom-Up Approach
2.2.2 Top-Down Approach
2.3 Data Triangulation
2.4 Research Assumptions & Limitations
2.4.1 Assumptions
2.4.2 Limitations
3 Executive Summary (Page No. - 26)
4 Premium Insights (Page No. - 30)
4.1 Attractive Opportunities in this market
4.2 Asia Pacific Agricultural Fumigants Market, by Country and Pest Control Methods
4.3 Phosphine: Leading Segment, by Type and Region
4.4 Agricultural Fumigants Market Share: Key Countries
5 Market Overview (Page No. - 34)
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Market Dynamics
5.2.1 Drivers
5.2.1.1 Growing Usage of Fumigants for the Production and Storage of Cereals
5.2.1.2 Increase in Focus on the Reduction of Post-Harvest Losses
5.2.1.3 Advancements in Storage Technology and Change in Farming Practices
5.2.1.4 Improved Fumigant Efficiency in Terms of Application
5.2.1.5 Growing Focus on Increasing Agricultural Production
5.2.1.6 Increase in Insect Population Due to Climatic Changes
5.2.2 Restraints
5.2.2.1 Stringent Regulations
5.2.2.2 Accumulation of Residue During Fumigation
5.2.2.3 Increasing Tolerance and Proposed Ban for Methyl Bromide
5.2.2.4 Volatile Nature and Potential Hazards of Application Methods of Fumigants
5.2.3 Opportunities
5.2.3.1 Developing Countries are Expected to Witness Strong Demand for Fumigants
5.2.3.2 New Product Launches as Alternatives for Methyl Bromide Fumigation
5.2.4 Challenges
5.2.4.1 Licenses or Special Permits Required to Handle Fumigation Services
5.2.4.2 Increasing Labor Costs and Other Expenses
5.3 Value Chain Analysis
6 Agricultural Fumigants Market, By Product Type (Page No. - 41)
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Methyl Bromide
6.3 Phosphine
6.4 Chloropicrin
6.5 Metam Sodium
6.6 1,3-Dichloropropene
6.7 Other Product Types
7 Market, By Crop Type (Page No. - 48)
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Fruits & Vegetables
7.3 Cereals & Grains
7.4 Oilseeds & Pulses
8 Market, By Application (Page No. - 54)
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Soil
8.3 Warehouse
9 Agricultural Fumigants Market, By Pest Control Method (Page No. - 59)
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Vacuum Chamber Fumigation
9.3 Tarpaulin Fumigation
9.4 Structural Fumigation (Tent)
9.5 Non-Tarp Fumigation By Injection
9.6 Others
10 Agricultural Fumigants Market, By Form and Function (Qualitative) (Page No. - 65)
10.1 By Form
10.1.1 Solid
10.1.1.1 Aluminum Phosphide
10.1.1.2 Calcium Cyanide
10.1.2 Liquid
10.1.2.1 Carbon Disulfide
10.1.2.2 Ethyl Acetate
10.1.2.3 Carbon Tetrachloride
10.1.2.4 1,3-Dichloropropene
10.1.2.5 Chloropicrin
10.1.3 Gaseous
10.1.3.1 Methyl Bromide
10.1.3.2 Sulfuryl Fluoride
10.2 By Function
10.2.1 Nematicides
10.2.2 Insecticides
10.2.3 Fungicides
10.2.4 Herbicides
11 Agricultural Fumigants Market, By Region (Page No. - 69)
11.1 Introduction
11.2 North America
11.2.1 US
11.2.2 Canada
11.2.3 Mexico
11.3 Europe
11.3.1 France
11.3.2 UK
11.3.3 Italy
11.3.4 Germany
11.3.5 Rest of Europe
11.4 Asia Pacific
11.4.1 China
11.4.2 India
11.4.3 Japan
11.4.4 Australia
11.4.5 Rest of Asia Pacific
11.5 Rest of the World (RoW)
11.5.1 Africa
11.5.2 South America
11.5.3 Middle East
12 Competitive Landscape (Page No. - 105)
12.1 Overview
12.2 Market Ranking, By Key Player
12.3 Competitive Situation and Trends
12.3.1 New Product Launches
12.3.2 Expansions & Investments
12.3.3 Mergers & Acquisitions
12.3.4 Agreements, Collaborations, Joint Ventures, and Partnerships
13 Company Profiles (Page No. - 109)
(Business Overview, Products Offered, Recent Developments, SWOT Analysis, and MNM View)*
13.1 BASF
13.2 Syngenta
13.3 Adama
13.4 The DOW Chemical Company
13.5 FMC Corporation
13.6 UPL
13.7 Degesch America
13.8 Nufarm
13.9 AMVAC
13.10 Nippon Chemical Industrial Co., Ltd
13.11 Arkema
13.12 Rentokil
13.13 Brand Overview
*Details on Business Overview, Products Offered, Recent Developments, SWOT Analysis, and MNM View might not be captured in case of unlisted companies.
14 Appendix (Page No. - 139)
14.1 Discussion Guide
14.2 Knowledge Store: Marketsandmarkets Subscription Portal
14.3 Introducing RT: Real-Time Market Intelligence
14.4 Available Customizations
14.5 Related Reports
14.6 Author Details
List of Tables (72 Tables)
Table 1 US Dollar Exchange Rate Considered for the Study, 20142016
Table 2 Global Cereal Production, 20052014 (Million Tons)
Table 3 Labor Rate (USD/ Hour) Used in Calculating the Cost of Fumigating 1 Million Ft3 Food Processing Facility in 2016
Table 4 Agricultural Fumigants Market Size, by Product Type, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 5 Market Size for Agricultural Fumigants, by Product Type, 20152022 (KT)
Table 6 Methyl Bromide Market Size, by Region, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 7 Phosphine Market Size, by Region, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 8 Chloropicrin Market Size, by Region, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 9 Metam Sodium Market Size, by Region, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 10 1,3-Dicholoropropene Market Size, by Region, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 11 Other Product Types Market Size, by Region, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 12 Market Size for Agricultural Fumigants, by Crop Type, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 13 Fruits & Vegetables Market Size, by Region, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 14 Cereals & Grains Market Size, by Region, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 15 Oilseeds & Pulses Market Size, by Region, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 16 Agricultural Fumigants Market Size, by Application, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 17 Soil Market Size, by Region, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 18 Schedule of Nursery Soil Fumigation
Table 19 Warehouse Market Size, by Region, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 20 Market Size for Agricultural Fumigants, by Pest Control Method, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 21 Vacuum Chamber Fumigation Market Size, by Region, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 22 Tarpaulin Fumigation Market Size, by Region, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 23 Structural Fumigation Market Size, by Region, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 24 Non-Tarp Fumigation by Injection Market Size, By Region, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 25 Others Market Size, by Region, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 26 Agricultural Fumigants Market Size, by Region, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 27 Market Size for Agricultural Fumigants, by Region, 20152022 (KT)
Table 28 North America: Agricultural Fumigants Market Size, by Country, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 29 North America: Market Size, by Country, 20152022 (KT)
Table 30 North America: Market Size, by Product Type, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 31 North America: Market Size, by Product Type, 20152022 (KT)
Table 32 North America: Market Size, by Crop Type, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 33 North America: Market Size, by Application, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 34 North America: Market Size, by Pest Control Method, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 35 US: Agricultural Fumigants Market Size, by Product Type, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 36 Canada: Market Size, by Product Type, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 37 Mexico: Market Size, by Product Type, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 38 Europe: Market Size for Agricultural Fumigants, by Country, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 39 Europe: Market Size, by Country, 20152022 (KT)
Table 40 Europe: Market Size, by Product Type, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 41 Europe: Market Size, by Product Type, 20152022 (KT)
Table 42 Europe: Market Size, by Crop Type, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 43 Europe: Market Size, by Application, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 44 Europe: Market Size, by Pest Control Method, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 45 France: Market Size, by Product Type, 2015-2022 (USD Million)
Table 46 UK: Agricultural Fumigants Market Size, by Product Type, 2015-2022 (USD Million)
Table 47 Italy: Market Size, by Product Type, 2015-2022 (USD Million)
Table 48 Germany: Market Size for Agricultural Fumigants, by Product Type, 2015-2022 (USD Million)
Table 49 Rest of Europe: Market Size, by Product Type, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 50 Asia Pacific: Agricultural Fumigants Market Size, by Country, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 51 Asia Pacific: Market Size, by Country, 20152022 (KT)
Table 52 Asia Pacific: Market Size, by Product Type, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 53 Asia Pacific: Market Size, by Type, 20152022 (KT)
Table 54 Asia Pacific: Market Size, by Crop Type, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 55 Asia Pacific: Market Size, by Application, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 56 Asia Pacific: Market Size, by Pest Control Method, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 57 China: Agricultural Fumigants Market Size, by Type, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 58 India: Market Size, By Type, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 59 Japan: Market Size for Agricultural Fumigants, by Product Type, 2015-2022 (USD Million)
Table 60 Australia: Market Size, by Type, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 61 Rest of Asia Pacific: Market Size for Agricultural Fumigants, by Product Type, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 62 RoW: Agricultural Fumigants Market Size, by Region, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 63 RoW: Market Size, by Region, 20152022 (KT)
Table 64 RoW: Market Size, by Product Type, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 65 RoW: Market Size, by Product Type, 20152022 (KT)
Table 66 RoW: Market Size, by Crop Type, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 67 RoW: Market Size, by Application, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 68 RoW: Market Size, by Pest Control Method, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 69 Africa: Agricultural Fumigants Market Size, by Product Type, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 70 South America: Market Size, by Product Type, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 71 Middle East: Market Size for Agricultural Fumigants, by Product Type, 20152022 (USD Million)
Table 72 Top Five Companies in the Agricultural Fumigants Market, 2016
List of Figures (38 Figures)
Figure 1 Agricultural Fumigants Market: Market Segmentation
Figure 2 Agricultural Fumigants: Geographic Segmentation
Figure 3 Research Design: Agricultural Fumigants Market
Figure 4 Breakdown of Primary Interviews: by Company Type, Designation, and Region
Figure 5 Market Size Estimation Methodology: Bottom-Up Approach
Figure 6 Market Size Estimation Methodology: Top-Down Approach
Figure 7 Data Triangulation
Figure 8 Market for Agricultural Fumigants, by Type (2017 vs 2022)
Figure 9 Market, by Crop Type (2017 vs 2022)
Figure 10 Market for Agricultural Fumigants, by Pest Control Method (2017 vs 2022)
Figure 11 Market: Regional Snapshot
Figure 12 Focus on Improving the Quality of Agricultural Output and Changes in Farming Practices Leading to Strong Demand for Agricultural Fumigants
Figure 13 Tarpaulin Fumigation Segment Accounted for the Largest Share of the Asia Pacific Agricultural Fumigants Market in 2016
Figure 14 Phosphine was the Largest Segment, by Type, Across All Regions (2016)
Figure 15 US and China: Important Markets for Agricultural Fumigants, 2016
Figure 16 Market Dynamics: Agricultural Fumigants
Figure 17 R&D and Manufacturing Contribute Major Value to the Overall Price of Agricultural Fumigants
Figure 18 Geographic Snapshot (20172022): Rapidly Growing Asia Pacific Markets are Emerging as New Hotspots
Figure 19 US was the Largest Market for Agricultural Fumigants in North America
Figure 20 Europe: Market Snapshot
Figure 21 Key Developments of the Leading Players in the Agricultural Fumigants Market for 2012-2017
Figure 22 Agricultural Fumigants Market Developments, by Growth Strategy, 20122017
Figure 23 BASF : Company Snapshot
Figure 24 BASF: SWOT Analysis
Figure 25 Syngenta: Company Snapshot
Figure 26 Syngenta: SWOT Analysis
Figure 27 Adama: Company Snapshot
Figure 28 Adama Agricultural Solutions Ltd: SWOT Analysis
Figure 29 The DOW Chemical Company : Company Snapshot
Figure 30 The DOW Chemical: Company Snapshot
Figure 31 FMC Corporation: Company Snapshot
Figure 32 FMC Corporation: SWOT Analysis
Figure 33 UPL: Company Snapshot
Figure 34 Nufarm: Company Snapshot
Figure 35 AMVAC : Company Snapshot
Figure 36 Nippon Chemical Industrial Co., Ltd.: Company Snapshot
Figure 37 Arkema: Company Snapshot
Figure 38 Rentokil: Company Snapshot
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