Top Companies in Nematicide Market - Syngenta, BASF SE, Corteva, UPL and Bayer AG
The nematicides market is estimated to be USD 2.25 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 3.06 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 6.4% from 2025 to 2030. The market is increasingly driven by the expansion of intensive farming practices and the growing global trade of agricultural commodities, which has heightened the spread of nematode infestations across regions. Rising consumer preference for uniform, high-quality produce has pushed growers to adopt advanced crop protection solutions to minimize nematode-related yield and quality losses. At the same time, the shift toward precision farming and integrated crop management practices is boosting the use of nematicides as part of comprehensive soil health programs. Additionally, supportive government policies and subsidies aimed at improving food security and promoting sustainable farming are encouraging the adoption of innovative nematicide formulations, including bio-based options. The increasing R&D investments by agrochemical companies to develop next-generation nematicides with improved safety and efficacy further strengthen market growth, as farmers seek reliable solutions that balance productivity with environmental responsibility.
Top 10 Companies in the Nematicide Market
- BASF SE (Germany)
- Syngenta (Switzerland)
- Bayer AG (Germany)
- UPL (India)
- Corteva (US)
- Koppert (Netherlands)
- FMC Corporation (US)
- Nufarm (Australia)
- Lallemand Inc. (Canada)
- Sumitomo Chemicals (Japan)
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Some of the key players in the nematicides market with significant global presence include Syngenta, BASF SE, Corteva, UPL, and Bayer AG. These players have incorporated various organic and inorganic growth strategies, including collaborations, acquisitions, product launches, partnerships, agreements, and expansions, to strengthen their international footprint and capture a greater share of the nematicides market. These organic and inorganic strategies have enabled the market players to expand geographically by offering nematicides to the market.
In January 2025, UPL announced the US Environmental Protection Agency registration and launch of ATROFORCE, a new bionematicide seed treatment for cotton.
In March 2024, FMC Corporation expanded its biological crop protection platform in Canada by collaborating with Novonesis. This collaboration will help the company introduce new nematicide products.
SYNGENTA (SWITZERLAND)
Syngenta is one of the leading players in the agribusiness sector, offering a wide portfolio of products for crop protection, seeds, professional solutions, and the flower market. The company operates through two core business segments: Crop Protection and Seeds. Within Crop Protection, Syngenta provides solutions across selective and non-selective herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, seed care, bio-controls, and other crop protection products. Its nematicide portfolio is part of the crop protection division, with a strong range of products developed to safeguard crops against nematode infestations. Key nematicide brands include Avicta and Clariva, as well as seed treatment solutions that protect crops like soybeans and cotton. Divanem is designed to deliver broad nematode control for turf, while TREFINTI provides flexible management with its advanced active ingredient. Additionally, Nemathorin 10G is a granular nematicide widely used for controlling potato cyst nematodes and wireworms. Together, these solutions reinforce Syngenta’s strong position in the global nematicides market.
In December 2023, Syngenta launched Certano, a microbiological bionematicide and the company's first biological product specifically designed for sugarcane cultivation. Certano delivers bionematicide, biofungicide, and growth-promoting effects, providing consistent control with both immediate and long-lasting impact.
BAYER AG (GERMANY)
Bayer AG is a global pharmaceutical and biotechnology leader and one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies. Its portfolio spans pharmaceuticals, consumer healthcare products, agricultural chemicals, seeds, and biotechnology solutions. The company operates through three major business segments: Pharmaceuticals, Consumer Health, and Crop Science. Within the Crop Science division, Bayer provides nematicide products to protect crops from nematode damage. Leveraging a collection of over 125,000 microbial strains, the company actively develops innovative solutions through genetic diversity. The acquisition of Monsanto (US) further strengthened Bayer’s capabilities, driving advancements in RNAi technology to enhance crop protection solutions.
Bayer AG operates in more than 120 countries worldwide, with a strong presence in North America, Latin America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific. The company holds significant stakes in several subsidiaries, including Bayer Agriculture BV (Belgium), Monsanto Agriculture Nigeria Limited (Nigeria), Monsanto Crop Sciences Sweden AB (Sweden), Bayer Crop Sciences LLB (US), and Monsanto Crop Sciences Denmark A/S (Denmark). This global footprint enables Bayer to maintain a leading position in the agricultural solutions market.
Market Ranking
The nematicides market is consolidated, with a few major agrochemical companies, such as Syngenta, Bayer AG, BASF SE, Corteva, and UPL, dominating the global share. These players leverage extensive R&D, global distribution networks, and integrated portfolios of chemical and biological solutions. Their market leadership is further reinforced through strategic mergers, acquisitions, and collaborations that expand capabilities and geographic reach. This consolidation allows them to influence pricing, regulatory standards, and innovation pace across regions. As a result, entry barriers remain high for smaller firms and startups.
In February 2025, BASF pre-launched Votivo Prime, a biological contact nematicide containing Bacillus firmus strain I-1582, at the fourth EnBio event in Argentina. In March 2024, FMC Corporation expanded its biological crop protection platform in Canada by collaborating with Novonesis (formerly Novozymes A/S), a leader in plant biosolutions, including bionematicides. In March 2023, UPL unveiled a new microbiological seed treatment nematicide, Nimaxxa, at the Expodireto fair in southern Brazil. In May 2022, Syngenta Crop Protection introduced VICTRATO, a revolutionary technology that combines nematode and disease control. In December 2022, Corteva launched Lumialza, its first bionematicide for seed treatment in Brazil. The product contains Bacillus amyloliquefaciens strain PTA-4838.
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