Agriculture Bactericides Market Size, Share & Industry Analysis, By Type (Dithiocarbamate, Copper-based, and Amide), By Application (Foliar Spray and Soil Treatment), By Crop Type (Oilseeds & Pulses, Cereals & Grains, and Fruits & Vegetables), and Regional Forecast, 2024-2032

Agriculture bactericides are products that help prevent bacterial infections in plants. Bacteriostatic agents stop bacterial growth without necessarily killing the organisms and preventing infection spread. These products are available in liquid and powder forms and are used to control corrosion in plants caused by bacteria such as sulfate-reducing bacteria. The key benefits of these products include improved crop quality and increased crop yields. The other benefits are less immediate, including food security, higher export revenues, and the prevention of bacterial disease spread.

Furthermore, the products also help in reducing crop wastage, water wastage, and other valuable resources used for cultivating agricultural products. Agriculture bactericides market growth is further driven by several factors, such as the growing need for food security for a booming population, advances in farming practices and techniques, and the ease of application of agricultural products on crops. Additional aspects augmenting agriculture bactericides market share is the increasing demand for fruits and vegetables, escalating acceptance of integrated pest management (IPM) practices among farmers, and high growth opportunities in developing countries.

Impact of COVID-19 on Agriculture Bactericides

The COVID-19 pandemic affected the availability of intermediate inputs such as fertilizer and plant protection products. Farmers faced difficulties in sourcing inputs due to restrictions on the movement of people and goods. For instance, pesticide production declined sharply in China as bactericide production plants were shut down following the outbreak. Low availability and high prices of inputs such as pesticides affected the yields and crop production, particularly in developing countries. Closure of national and international borders affected the supply chain and on-time delivery of inputs, negatively impacting agriculture bactericides market growth. Additionally, supply chain disturbances led to raw material procurement issues for several bactericide manufacturers, especially the companies dependent on importing raw materials.

Key Insights

The report will cover the following key insights:

• Products launched by key market players


• Regulatory analysis


• Market overview


• Supply chain challenges


• Impact of COVID-19 on agriculture bactericides market

Analysis by Type

Based on type, the copper-based bactericide market is expected to hold the largest share as these copper compounds help to kill bacteria, oomycetes, and algae. The products are used in agriculture as a foliar treatment to protect the crop from fungal infections. Copper-based bactericides are considered promising antibacterial against bacteria, fungus, and others. Therefore, the demand for copper-based bactericides is expected to remain high among users.

Analysis by Application

Based on application, the foliar spray is expected to hold a significant share in the global market in agriculture bactericides. Foliar spray is one of the methods adopted by end-use farmers, owing to its ease in handling crop protection products and easier application on crops. Moreover, the application of bactericides through soil treatment is increasing due to the emergence of plant growth regulators to protect against pest attacks in the initial stage of crop production. It is used in the roots of plants and mixed into the soil to prevent the bacteria from attacking the crops. Therefore, the application of bactericides through soil treatment is rapidly growing.  

Analysis by Crop Type

Based on crop type, the use of bactericides is highest in fruits and vegetables, especially citrus fruits, due to high levels of bacterial contamination leading to production loss. Fruits and vegetables are classified as high-value crops, so the profitability of these crops is high. In addition, end users are ready to invest in equipment such as machinery to improve output. The growing industrial importance of grains and oilseeds also drives the consumption of fungicides for significant crops such as soybean, corn, and others.

Regional Analysis

Asia Pacific is expected to hold the significant share in the global agriculture bactericides market due to the increased adoption of crop protection products to achieve crop yields. Moreover, farmers have become more educated and aware of the importance of bactericides on crop yields. This is driving the rapid increase in the demand for agriculture bactericides.

Key Market Players

The report includes profiles of key players in the agriculture bactericides market such as Bayer CropScience AG, Syngenta AG, BASF SE, Nufarm Limited, Biostadt India Limited, FMC Corporation, ADAMA Agricultural Solutions Ltd., P.I. Industries, Aries Agro Ltd., Sumitomo Chemical Company, American Vanguard Corporation, Coromandel International, and others.

Segmentation

Key Industry Developments

• June 2022 - Dhanuka Agritech Limited, an India-based company launched Zanet, in collaboration with two Japanese companies, Hokuko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. and Nippon Soda Co., Ltd. The new products have a unique combination of fungicides and bactericides that effectively control the transmission of complex diseases of tomato crops, mainly caused by fungi and bacteria such as bacterial leaf spots and powdery mildew.


• January 2020 - BioSafe Systems announced the release of Oxidate 5.0; a potent liquid acid-based bactericide used to treat and control plant pathogens on various crops.