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Mulch Films Market by Type (Clear/Transparent, Black Mulch, Colored Mulch, Photo-selective Mulch, Degradable Mulch), Application (Agricultural and Horticulture), Element (LLDPE, LDPE, HDPE, EVA, PLA, PHA) and Region - Global Forecast to 2028

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  • 265 Pages
  • November 2023
  • Region: Global
  • Markets and Markets
  • ID: 5908840
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Rapid Urbanization and Industrialization are to Drive the Market

The Mulch Films market is projected to grow from USD 7.8 Billion in 2023 to USD 10.6 Billion by 2028, at a CAGR of 6.5% during the forecast period. As the world's population continues to increase, there is an escalating demand for food to meet the nutritional needs of billions of people. The current global population is nearly 7.9 billion and is projected to reach 9.8 billion by 2050. To address this challenge, the agricultural industry has to enhance productivity and efficiency. Mulch films provide a sustainable and effective solution to this. They are used to create a protective cover over the soil, helping to regulate soil temperature, conserve moisture, and suppress weed 


growth. These benefits, in turn, lead to improved crop yields. This may help boost agricultural productivity and help fulfill the growing demand for food. 

The black mulch in mulch films type segment is expected to be one of the dominant segments in the Asia Pacific region.

The Black mulch segment in mulch films has emerged as one of the dominant segments in the Asia Pacific region, and this growth can be attributed to several factors, making it particularly suitable for the agricultural landscape in this area. Black mulch films have gained popularity due to their ability to control weed growth effectively. Weeds can be a significant challenge in Asian agriculture, where labor costs for weeding are relatively high. Black mulch films, by blocking sunlight and preventing weed growth, not only reduce the need for labor-intensive weeding but also conserve soil moisture, enhancing overall crop health. Moreover, according to the MDPI study report “Mulching as a Sustainable Water and Soil Saving Practice in Agriculture” made in 2022, Black plastic mulch could boost water productivity, rice yield, and quality while also conserving soil moisture quality.

Horticulture is one of the segments that is projected to grow in the application segment during the forecast period.

Horticulture, which includes the cultivation of fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants, places a premium on crop quality and precision farming. For instance, in the cultivation of high-value crops like strawberries, the use of mulch films, specifically designed for horticultural purposes, has resulted in several advantages. Mulch films regulate soil temperature, conserve moisture, and prevent soil compaction, creating an environment conducive to optimal crop growth. The enhanced weed control capabilities of mulch films are particularly vital in horticulture, as they ensure that valuable horticultural crops are not compromised by weed competition. 
Furthermore, mulch films also protect the fruit or vegetable from direct contact with the soil, reducing the risk of spoilage and disease. The precision and control offered by mulch films in horticulture align with the increasing demand for high-quality produce, organic farming, and sustainable practices, making it a thriving segment in the mulch films market. As consumers increasingly seek fresh and nutritious produce, horticultural applications stand to benefit significantly from the adoption of mulch films.

The break-up of the profile of primary participants in the controlled-release fertilizers market:

  • By Company Type: Tier 1 - 20%, Tier 2 - 45%, and Tier 3 - 35% 
  • By Designation: C Level - 22%, Director Level - 28%, Others-50%
  • By Region: Asia Pacific - 28%, Europe - 21%, North America - 32%, South America - 7%, and Rest of the World - 12%

Prominent companies include BASF SE (Germany), Berry Global Inc (US), Dow (US), Kuraray (Japan), Exxon Mobil Corporation (US), and RKW Group (Germany) among others.

Research Coverage:

This research report categorizes the mulch films market by Type (Clear/Transparent, Black mulch, Colored mulch, Photo-selective Mulch, Degradable mulch, and Others), Application (Agricultural Farms, and Horticulture), Element (LLDPE, LDPE, HDPE, EVA, PLA, PHA, and Others) and Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and Rest of the World). The scope of the report covers detailed information regarding the major factors, such as drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities, influencing the growth of the mulch films market. A detailed analysis of the key industry players has been done to provide insights into their business overview, solutions, and services; key strategies; contracts, partnerships, agreements, new product & service launches, mergers and acquisitions, and recent developments associated with the mulch films market. Competitive analysis of upcoming startups in the mulch films market ecosystem is covered in this report.

Reasons to buy this report:

The report will help the market leaders/new entrants in this market with information on the closest approximations of the revenue numbers for the overall mulch films market and the subsegments. This report will help stakeholders understand the competitive landscape and gain more insights to position their businesses better and plan suitable go-to-market strategies. The report also helps stakeholders understand the pulse of the market and provides them with information on key market drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities.

The report provides insights on the following pointers:

  • Analysis of key drivers (Rising demand for greenhouse applications coupled with rising environmental concerns, Rapid urbanization and industrialization, Increasing crop productivity demand, and Increasing advancement in farming techniques), restraints (Competing farming techniques, and, Implementation of additional pest and disease management measures for farmers), opportunity (Increasing demand for environmentally friendly and biodegradable mulch films, Expanding horticulture and specialty crop production, and, Utilization of mulch films in high-tunnel and greenhouse farming), and challenges (Installation and maintenance of mulch films, and Raising environmental sustainability concerns) influencing the growth of the mulch films market.
  • Product Development/Innovation: Detailed insights on upcoming technologies, research & development activities, and new product & service launches in the mulch films market.
  • Market Development: Comprehensive information about lucrative markets - the report analyses the mulch films market across varied regions.
  • Market Diversification: Exhaustive information about new products & services, untapped geographies, recent developments, and investments in the mulch films market.
  • Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, growth strategies, and service offerings of leading players like BASF SE (Germany), Berry Global Inc (US), Dow (US), Kuraray (Japan), Exxon Mobil Corporation (US), and RKW Group (Germany) among others in the mulch films market strategies. The report also helps stakeholders understand the mulch films market and provides them with information on key market drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities.

Table of Contents

1 Introduction
1.1 Study Objectives
1.2 Market Definition
1.2.1 Inclusions and Exclusions
Table 1 Inclusions & Exclusions
1.3 Study Scope
Figure 1 Market Segmentation
1.3.1 Regions Covered
1.3.2 Years Considered
1.4 Currency Considered
Table 2 USD Exchange Rates, 2018-2022
1.5 Units Considered
1.6 Stakeholders
1.7 Summary of Changes
1.7.1 Recession Impact

2 Research Methodology
2.1 Research Data
Figure 2 Mulch Films Market: Research Design
2.1.1 Secondary Data
2.1.1.1 Key Data from Secondary Sources
2.1.2 Primary Data
2.1.2.1 Key Data from Primary Sources
2.1.2.2 Key Insights from Industry Experts
2.1.2.3 Breakdown of Primary Profiles
Figure 3 Breakdown of Primary Interviews, by Company Type, Designation, and Region
2.2 Market Size Estimation
2.2.1 Market Size Estimation: Bottom-Up Approach
Figure 4 Mulch Films Market Size Estimation: Bottom-Up Approach
2.2.2 Market Size Estimation: Top-Down Approach
Figure 5 Mulch Films Market Size Estimation: Top-Down Approach (Based on Global Market)
2.3 Data Triangulation
Figure 6 Data Triangulation
2.4 Research Assumptions
Figure 7 Research Assumptions
2.5 Research Limitations & Risk Assessment
Figure 8 Limitations & Risk Management
2.6 Recession Impact Analysis
2.6.1 Macro Indicators of Recession
Figure 9 Indicators of Recession
Figure 10 Global Inflation Rate, 2012-2022
Figure 11 Global Gross Domestic Product, 2012-2022 (USD Trillion)
Figure 12 Recession Indicators and Their Impact on Mulch Films Market
Figure 13 Global Mulch Films Market: Current Forecast Vs. Recession Impact Forecast

3 Executive Summary
Table 3 Mulch Films Market Snapshot, 2023 Vs. 2028
Figure 14 Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023 Vs. 2028 (USD Million)
Figure 15 Mulch Films Market, by Element, 2023 Vs. 2028 (USD Million)
Figure 16 Mulch Films Market, by Application, 2023 Vs. 2028 (USD Million)
Figure 17 Mulch Films Market Share (Value), by Region, 2023

4 Premium Insights
4.1 Attractive Opportunities for Players in Mulch Films Market
Figure 18 Increase in Agricultural Production to Drive Market
4.2 Asia-Pacific: Mulch Films Market, by Type and Country
Figure 19 Black Mulch Segment and China to Account for Market Shares in 2023
4.3 Mulch Films Market: Regional Submarkets
Figure 20 China to Account for Largest Market Share in 2023
4.4 Mulch Films Market, by Type
Figure 21 Black Mulch to Remain Largest Market Type Across Regions During Forecast Period
4.5 Mulch Films Market, by Element
Figure 22 Lldpe Segment to be Largest Element in Mulch Films During Forecast Period
4.6 Mulch Films Market, by Application
Figure 23 Horticulture to Account for Larger Application to Mulch Films During Forecast Period

5 Market Overview
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Macroeconomic Indicators
5.2.1 Rise in Population and Scarcity of Arable Land
Figure 24 Population Growth, 1950-2025 (Billion)
Figure 25 Per Capita Arable Land, 1960-2025 (Ha)
5.2.2 Growth of Agricultural Sector
5.3 Market Dynamics
Figure 26 Mulch Films Market: Drivers, Restraints, Opportunities, and Challenges
5.3.1 Drivers
5.3.1.1 Rise in Demand for Greenhouse Applications Coupled with Growth in Environmental Concerns
5.3.1.2 Rapid Urbanization and Industrialization
Figure 27 Number of People Living in Urban and Rural Areas, 1960-2020 (Billion)
Figure 28 Urban Population (Percentage of Total Population), by Group of Economies, 2011 Vs. 2021
5.3.1.3 Increase in Demand for Crop Productivity
5.3.1.4 Advancements in Farming Techniques
5.3.2 Restraints
5.3.2.1 Presence of Sustainable Competing Farming Techniques
5.3.2.2 Implementation of Additional Pest and Disease Management Measures for Farmers
5.3.3 Opportunities
5.3.3.1 Greater Demand for Environmentally Friendly and Biodegradable Mulch Films
5.3.3.2 Expanding Horticulture and Specialty Crop Production
5.3.3.3 Utilization of Mulch Films in High-Tunnel and Greenhouse Farming
5.3.4 Challenges
5.3.4.1 Installation and Maintenance of Mulch Films
5.3.4.2 Growth in Environmental Sustainability Concerns

6 Industry Trends
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Value Chain Analysis
Figure 29 Value Chain Analysis of Mulch Films Market
6.2.1 Raw Material Suppliers
6.2.2 Manufacturing
6.2.3 Distribution
6.2.4 Marketing and Sales
6.3 Technology Analysis
6.3.1 Multi-Layer Plastic Films
6.4 Patent Analysis
Figure 30 Patents Granted for Mulch Films Market, 2013-2022
Table 4 Key Patents Pertaining to Mulch Films Market, 2020-2023
6.5 Ecosystem and Market Map
6.5.1 Demand Side
6.5.2 Supply Side
Figure 31 Mulch Films Market Map
Table 5 Mulch Films Market: Supply Chain (Ecosystem)
6.6 Trade Analysis
Table 6 Top 10 Exporters and Importers of Mulch Films, 2022 (USD Thousand)
Table 7 Top 10 Exporters and Importers of Mulch Films, 2022 (Tons)
6.7 Trends/Disruptions Impacting Customer's Business
Figure 32 Trends/Disruptions Impacting Customer's Business
6.8 Key Conferences & Events
Table 8 Mulch Films Market: Conferences & Events, 2023-2024
6.9 Tariff and Regulatory Landscape
6.9.1 Regulatory Bodies, Government Agencies, and Other Organizations
Table 9 North America: List of Regulatory Bodies, Government Agencies, and Other Organizations
Table 10 Europe: List of Regulatory Bodies, Government Agencies, and Other Organizations
Table 11 Asia-Pacific: List of Regulatory Bodies, Government Agencies, and Other Organizations
Table 12 South America: List of Regulatory Bodies, Government Agencies, and Other Organizations
Table 13 RoW: List of Regulatory Bodies, Government Agencies, and Other Organizations
6.9.2 Regulatory Landscape
6.9.2.1 North America
6.9.2.1.1 US
6.9.2.1.2 Canada
6.9.2.2 Europe
6.9.2.2.1 Germany
6.9.2.2.2 France
6.9.2.3 Asia-Pacific
6.9.2.3.1 China
6.9.2.4 South America
6.9.2.4.1 Brazil
6.9.2.4.2 Rest of South America
6.9.2.5 Row
6.9.2.5.1 Middle East
6.9.2.5.2 South Africa
6.10 Case Study Analysis
6.10.1 Soil-Biodegradable Ecovio Introduced Y Basf for Sustainable Agriculture
6.11 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
Figure 33 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
Table 14 Mulch Films Market: Porter's Five Forces Analysis
6.11.1 Threat of New Entrants
6.11.2 Threat of Substitutes
6.11.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
6.11.4 Bargaining Power of Buyers
6.11.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
6.12 Key Stakeholders and Buying Criteria
6.12.1 Key Stakeholders in Buying Process
Figure 34 Influence of Stakeholders on Buying Process for Key Types
Table 15 Influence of Stakeholders on Buying Process for Key Types
6.12.2 Buying Criteria
Figure 35 Key Buying Criteria for Top Types
Table 16 Key Buying Criteria for Mulch Film Types

7 Mulch Films Market, by Type
7.1 Introduction
Figure 36 Black Mulch Segment to Dominate Mulch Films Market in 2023 (USD Million)
Table 17 Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 18 Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 19 Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 20 Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)
7.2 Clear/Transparent
7.2.1 Use of Clear Plastic Mulches in Cooler Regions
Table 21 Clear/Transparent Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 22 Clear/Transparent Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 23 Clear/Transparent Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 24 Clear/Transparent Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (Kt)
7.3 Black Mulch
7.3.1 Increased Production of Leafy Vegetables That Use Inexpensive Black Mulches
Table 25 Black Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 26 Black Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 27 Black Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 28 Black Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (Kt)
7.4 Colored Mulch
7.4.1 Colored Mulches for Improved Crop Production
Table 29 Colored Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 30 Colored Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 31 Colored Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 32 Colored Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (Kt)
7.5 Photo-Selective Mulch
7.5.1 Adoption of Photo-Selective Mulch Films for Sustainable Agriculture
Table 33 Photo-Selective Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 34 Photo-Selective Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 35 Photo-Selective Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 36 Photo-Selective Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (Kt)
7.6 Degradable Mulch
7.6.1 Increase in Use of Biodegradable Mulch Films
Table 37 Degradable Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 38 Degradable Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 39 Degradable Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 40 Degradable Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)
Table 41 Degradable Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 42 Degradable Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 43 Degradable Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 44 Degradable Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (Kt)
7.6.1.1 Biodegradable Mulch
Table 45 Biodegradable Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 46 Biodegradable Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 47 Biodegradable Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 48 Biodegradable Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (Kt)
7.6.1.2 Photodegradable Mulch
Table 49 Photodegradable Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 50 Photodegradable Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 51 Photodegradable Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 52 Photodegradable Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (Kt)
7.7 Other Types
Table 53 Other Mulch Film Types Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 54 Other Mulch Film Types Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 55 Other Mulch Film Types Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 56 Other Mulch Film Types Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (Kt)

8 Mulch Films Market, by Element
8.1 Introduction
Figure 37 Lldpe-Based Mulch Films to Account for Largest Market by 2028
Table 57 Mulch Films Market, by Element, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 58 Mulch Films Market, by Element, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
8.2 Lldpe
8.2.1 Soil Temperature Regulation to Improve Crop Yields
Table 59 Lldpe-Based Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 60 Lldpe-Based Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
8.3 Ldpe
8.3.1 Growth in Awareness Among Farmers Led to Increased Use of Ldpe Mulch Films
Table 61 Ldpe-Based Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 62 Ldpe-Based Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
8.4 Hdpe
8.4.1 Extensive Use with Variegated Applications in Agriculture
Table 63 Hdpe-Based Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 64 Hdpe-Based Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
8.5 Eva
8.5.1 Increase in Awareness of Environmental Benefits of Eva Mulch Films
Table 65 Eva-Based Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 66 Eva-Based Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
8.6 Pla
8.6.1 Technologically Advanced Pla Mulch Films Offer Performance with Sustainability
Table 67 Pla-Based Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 68 Pla-Based Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
8.7 Pha
8.7.1 Rise in Adoption of Sustainable Agriculture Among Farmers
Table 69 Pha-Based Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 70 Pha-Based Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
8.8 Other Elements
Table 71 Other Mulch Film Elements Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 72 Other Mulch Film Elements Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (USD Million)

9 Mulch Films Market, by Application
9.1 Introduction
Figure 38 Horticultural Application Set to Dominate Mulch Films Market, 2023 Vs. 2028 (USD Million)
Table 73 Mulch Films Market, by Application, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 74 Mulch Films Market, by Application, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
9.2 Agricultural Farms
9.2.1 Demand for Improved Yields of High-Value Crops
Table 75 Mulch Films Market in Agricultural Farms, by Region, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 76 Mulch Films Market in Agricultural Farms, by Region, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
9.3 Horticulture
9.3.1 High Preference for Colored Mulch in Commercial Horticulture
Table 77 Mulch Films Market in Horticulture, by Region, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 78 Mulch Films Market in Horticulture, by Region, 2023-2028 (USD Million)

10 Mulch Films Market, by Region
10.1 Introduction
Figure 39 India to be Fastest-Growing Market During Forecast Period
Table 79 Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 80 Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 81 Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 82 Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (Kt)
10.2 North America
Figure 40 North America: Market Snapshot
Table 83 North America: Mulch Films Market, by Country, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 84 North America: Mulch Films Market, by Country, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 85 North America: Mulch Films Market, by Country, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 86 North America: Mulch Films Market, by Country, 2023-2028 (Kt)
Table 87 North America: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 88 North America: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 89 North America: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 90 North America: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)
Table 91 North America: Mulch Films Market, by Element, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 92 North America: Mulch Films Market, by Element, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 93 North America: Mulch Films Market, by Application, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 94 North America: Mulch Films Market, by Application, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
10.2.1 North America: Recession Impact Analysis
Figure 41 North America: Mulch Films Market: Recession Impact Analysis
10.2.2 US
10.2.2.1 Rise in Demand for Mulch Films from Food and Dairy Industries
Table 95 US: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 96 US: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 97 US: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 98 US: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)
10.2.3 Canada
10.2.3.1 Need to Reduce Water Usage, Control Weed Growth, and Improve Soil Quality
Table 99 Canada: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 100 Canada: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 101 Canada: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 102 Canada: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)
10.2.4 Mexico
10.2.4.1 Skilled and Cost-Effective Labor Force and Free Trade Agreements
Table 103 Mexico: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 104 Mexico: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 105 Mexico: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 106 Mexico: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)
10.3 Asia-Pacific
Figure 42 Asia-Pacific: Market Snapshot
Table 107 Asia-Pacific: Mulch Films Market, by Country, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 108 Asia-Pacific: Mulch Films Market, by Country, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 109 Asia-Pacific: Mulch Films Market, by Country, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 110 Asia-Pacific: Mulch Films Market, by Country, 2023-2028 (Kt)
Table 111 Asia-Pacific: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 112 Asia-Pacific: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 113 Asia-Pacific: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 114 Asia-Pacific: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)
Table 115 Asia-Pacific: Mulch Films Market, by Element, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 116 Asia-Pacific: Mulch Films Market, by Element, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 117 Asia-Pacific: Mulch Films Market, by Application, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 118 Asia-Pacific: Mulch Films Market, by Application, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
10.3.1 Asia-Pacific: Recession Impact Analysis
Figure 43 Asia-Pacific: Mulch Films Market: Recession Impact Analysis
10.3.2 China
10.3.2.1 Massive Industrial Growth & Urbanization and Growth in Focus on Increasing Agricultural Output
Table 119 China: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 120 China: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 121 China: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 122 China: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)
10.3.3 India
10.3.3.1 Promotion of Agro-Textile Sector by Government and Increase in Food Demand
Table 123 India: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 124 India: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 125 India: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 126 India: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)
10.3.4 Japan
10.3.4.1 Advanced Crop Technologies and Need to Save Labor and Time
Table 127 Japan: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 128 Japan: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 129 Japan: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 130 Japan: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)
10.3.5 Australia & New Zealand
10.3.5.1 Effectiveness of Mulch Films in Promoting Growth of Avocado Trees
Table 131 Australia & New Zealand: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 132 Australia & New Zealand: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 133 Australia & New Zealand: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 134 Australia & New Zealand: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)
10.3.6 Rest of Asia-Pacific
Table 135 Rest of Asia-Pacific: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 136 Rest of Asia-Pacific: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 137 Rest of Asia-Pacific: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 138 Rest of Asia-Pacific: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)
10.4 Europe
Table 139 Europe: Mulch Films Market, by Country, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 140 Europe: Mulch Films Market, by Country, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 141 Europe: Mulch Films Market, by Country, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 142 Europe: Mulch Films Market, by Country, 2023-2028 (Kt)
Table 143 Europe: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 144 Europe: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 145 Europe: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 146 Europe: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)
Table 147 Europe: Mulch Films Market, by Element, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 148 Europe: Mulch Films Market, by Element, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 149 Europe: Mulch Films Market, by Application, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 150 Europe: Mulch Films Market, by Application, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
10.4.1 Europe: Recession Impact Analysis
Figure 44 Europe: Mulch Films Market: Recession Impact Analysis
10.4.2 Germany
10.4.2.1 Favorable EU Regulations for Select Plastics and New Recycling Initiatives for Mulch Films
Table 151 Germany: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 152 Germany: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 153 Germany: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 154 Germany: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)
10.4.3 France
10.4.3.1 Over 1 Million Hectares Covered in Mulch Films, Especially Black
Table 155 France: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 156 France: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 157 France: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 158 France: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)
10.4.4 UK
10.4.4.1 Need to Enhance Crop Yields, Improve Crop Quality, and Reduce Weed Control Costs
Table 159 UK: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 160 UK: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 161 UK: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 162 UK: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)
10.4.5 Italy
10.4.5.1 Adoption of Eco-Friendly Films and Various Government Initiatives to Promote Mulch Films
Table 163 Italy: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 164 Italy: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 165 Italy: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 166 Italy: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)
10.4.6 Spain
10.4.6.1 Implementation of Plastic Waste Recycling, Reduction of Plastic Usage, and Landfilling in Cooperation
Table 167 Spain: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 168 Spain: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 169 Spain: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 170 Spain: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)
10.4.7 Rest of Europe
Table 171 Rest of Europe: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 172 Rest of Europe: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 173 Rest of Europe: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 174 Rest of Europe: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)
10.5 South America
Table 175 South America: Mulch Films Market, by Country, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 176 South America: Mulch Films Market, by Country, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 177 South America: Mulch Films Market, by Country, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 178 South America: Mulch Films Market, by Country, 2023-2028 (Kt)
Table 179 South America: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 180 South America: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 181 South America: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 182 South America: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)
Table 183 South America: Mulch Films Market, by Element, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 184 South America: Mulch Films Market, by Element, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 185 South America: Mulch Films Market, by Application, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 186 South America: Mulch Films Market, by Application, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
10.5.1 South America: Recession Impact Analysis
Figure 45 South America: Mulch Films Market: Recession Impact Analysis
10.5.2 Brazil
10.5.2.1 High Adoption of Intensive Agricultural Practices, Expansion of Irrigated Agriculture, and Greater Demand for High-Quality Fruits and Vegetables
Table 187 Brazil: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 188 Brazil: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 189 Brazil: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 190 Brazil: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)
10.5.3 Rest of South America
Table 191 Rest of South America: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 192 Rest of South America: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 193 Rest of South America: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 194 Rest of South America: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)
10.6 Rest of the World (Row)
Table 195 RoW: Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 196 RoW: Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 197 RoW: Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 198 RoW: Mulch Films Market, by Region, 2023-2028 (Kt)
Table 199 RoW: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 200 RoW: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 201 RoW: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 202 RoW: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)
Table 203 RoW: Mulch Films Market, by Element, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 204 RoW: Mulch Films Market, by Element, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 205 RoW: Mulch Films Market, by Application, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 206 RoW: Mulch Films Market, by Application, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
10.6.1 RoW: Recession Impact Analysis
Figure 46 RoW: Mulch Films Market: Recession Impact Analysis
10.6.2 Africa
10.6.2.1 Availability of Affordable and Versatile Mulch Films
Table 207 Africa: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 208 Africa: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 209 Africa: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 210 Africa: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)
10.6.3 Middle East
10.6.3.1 Need to Conserve Soil Moisture, Reduce Weed Growth, Enhance Soil Fertility, and Improve Crop Yields
Table 211 Middle East: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (USD Million)
Table 212 Middle East: Mulch Films Market Size, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)
Table 213 Middle East: Mulch Films Market, by Type, 2018-2022 (Kt)
Table 214 Middle East: Mulch Films Market Size, by Type, 2023-2028 (Kt)

11 Competitive Landscape
11.1 Overview
11.2 Key Player Strategies/Right to Win
Table 215 Strategies Adopted by Key Players in Mulch Films Market
11.3 Revenue Analysis
Figure 47 Revenue Analysis of Key Market Players, 2018-2022 (USD Billion)
11.4 Market Share Analysis
Table 216 Mulch Films Market: Intensity of Competitive Rivalry, 2022
11.5 Key Players’ Annual Revenue Vs. Growth
Figure 48 Annual Revenue, 2022 (USD Billion) Vs. Revenue Growth, 2020-2022
11.6 Key Players’ Ebitda
Figure 49 Ebitda, 2022 (USD Billion)
11.7 Global Snapshot of Key Market Participants
Figure 50 Global Snapshot of Key Participants in Mulch Films Market, 2022
11.8 Company Evaluation Matrix
11.8.1 Stars
11.8.2 Emerging Leaders
11.8.3 Pervasive Players
11.8.4 Participants
Figure 51 Company Evaluation Matrix, 2022
11.8.5 Company Footprint
Table 217 Company Footprint, by Type
Table 218 Company Footprint, by Application
Table 219 Company Footprint, by Element
Table 220 Company Footprint, by Region
Table 221 Overall Company Footprint
11.9 Startup/Sme Evaluation Matrix
11.9.1 Progressive Companies
11.9.2 Responsive Companies
11.9.3 Dynamic Companies
11.9.4 Starting Blocks
Figure 52 Startup/Sme Evaluation Matrix, 2022
11.9.5 Competitive Benchmarking of Key Startups/Smes
Table 222 Detailed List of Key Startups/Smes
11.10 Competitive Scenario
11.10.1 Deals
Table 223 Mulch Films Market: Deals, 2018-2023
11.10.2 Others
Table 224 Mulch Films Market: Others, 2018-2023

12 Company Profiles
(Business Overview, Products/Solutions/Services Offered, Recent Developments, and Analyst's View (Key Strengths/Right to Win, Strategic Choices Made, and Weaknesses and Competitive Threats))*
12.1 Key Players
12.1.1 Basf Se
Table 225 Basf Se: Business Overview
Figure 53 Basf Se: Company Snapshot
Table 226 Basf Se: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 227 Basf Se: Deals
Table 228 Basf Se: Others
12.1.2 Berry Global Inc.
Table 229 Berry Global Inc.: Business Overview
Figure 54 Berry Global Inc.: Company Snapshot
Table 230 Berry Global Inc.: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 231 Berry Global Inc.: Deals
12.1.3 Dow
Table 232 Dow: Business Overview
Figure 55 Dow: Company Snapshot
Table 233 Dow: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 234 Dow: Deals
12.1.4 Kuraray
Table 235 Kuraray: Business Overview
Figure 56 Kuraray: Company Snapshot
Table 236 Kuraray: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
12.1.5 Exxon Mobil Corporation
Table 237 Exxon Mobil Corporation: Business Overview
Figure 57 Exxon Mobil Corporation: Company Snapshot
Table 238 Exxon Mobil Corporation: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 239 Exxon Mobil Corporation: Others
12.1.6 Rkw Group
Table 240 Rkw Group: Business Overview
Table 241 Rkw Group: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 242 Rkw Group: Others
12.1.7 Intergro, Inc.
Table 243 Intergro, Inc.: Business Overview
Table 244 Intergro, Inc.: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
12.1.8 Plastika Kritis S.A.
Table 245 Plastika Kritis S.A.: Business Overview
Table 246 Plastika Kritis S.A.: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
12.1.9 Epi (Europe) Ltd
Table 247 Epi (Europe) Ltd: Business Overview
Table 248 Epi (Europe) Ltd: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
12.1.10 Kothari Group
Table 249 Kothari Group: Business Overview
Table 250 Kothari Group: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
12.1.11 Captain Polyplast Ltd.
Table 251 Captain Polyplast Ltd.: Business Overview
Table 252 Captain Polyplast Ltd.: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
12.1.12 Tilak Polypack Pvt. Ltd
Table 253 Tilak Polypack Pvt. Ltd: Business Overview
Table 254 Tilak Polypack Pvt. Ltd: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
12.1.13 Iris Polymers
Table 255 Iris Polymers: Business Overview
Table 256 Iris Polymers: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
12.2 Biodegradable Mulch Film Manufacturers
12.2.1 Novamont S.P.A.
Table 257 Novamont S.P.A.: Business Overview
Table 258 Novamont S.P.A.: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 259 Novamont S.P.A.: Deals
12.2.2 Armando Alvarez Group
Table 260 Armando Alvarez Group: Business Overview
Table 261 Armando Alvarez Group: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
12.2.3 Achilles Corporation
Table 262 Achilles Corporation: Business Overview
Table 263 Achilles Corporation: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
12.2.4 Coverfields
Table 264 Coverfields: Business Overview
Table 265 Coverfields: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
12.2.5 Fkur
Table 266 Fkur: Business Overview
Table 267 Fkur: Products/Solutions/Services Offered
Table 268 Fkur: Deals
12.2.6 Walki Group Oy
12.2.7 Turfquick Ab Sweden
12.2.8 Filmorganic
12.2.9 Kingfa Science & Technology (India) Limited
12.2.10 Growit India Private Limited
*Details on Business Overview, Products/Solutions/Services Offered, Recent Developments, and Analyst's View (Key Strengths/Right to Win, Strategic Choices Made, and Weaknesses and Competitive Threats) Might Not be Captured in Case of Unlisted Companies.

13 Adjacent and Related Markets
13.1 Introduction
Table 269 Adjacent Market
13.2 Limitations
13.3 Agricultural Films Market
13.3.1 Market Definition
13.3.2 Market Overview
Table 270 Agricultural Films Market, by Type, 2017-2022 (USD Million)
Table 271 Agricultural Films Market, by Type, 2023-2028 (USD Million)

14 Appendix
14.1 Discussion Guide
14.2 Knowledgestore: The Subscription Portal
14.3 Customization Options

Executive Summary

Companies Mentioned

  • Achilles Corporation
  • Armando Alvarez Group
  • BASF SE
  • Berry Global Inc.
  • Biodegradable Mulch Film Manufacturers
  • Captain Polyplast Ltd.
  • Coverfields
  • Dow
  • EPI (Europe) Ltd
  • Exxon Mobil Corporation
  • Filmorganic
  • Fkur
  • Growit India Private Limited
  • Intergro, Inc.
  • Iris Polymers
  • Kingfa Science & Technology (India) Limited
  • Kothari Group
  • Kuraray
  • Novamont S.P.A.
  • Plastika Kritis S.A.
  • RKW Group
  • Tilak Polypack Pvt. Ltd
  • Turfquick Ab Sweden
  • Walki Group Oy

Table Information

Report AttributeDetails
No. of Pages265
PublishedNovember 2023
Forecast Period2023 - 2028
Estimated Market Value ( USD ) in 2023 $ 7.8 Billion
Forecasted Market Value ( USD ) by 2028 $ 10.6 Billion
Compound Annual Growth Rate6.5%
Regions CoveredGlobal
No. of Companies Mentioned24

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About the Mulch Film Market

Mulch Film is a type of plastic film used in agriculture to cover the soil and protect crops from weeds, pests, and extreme weather conditions. It is typically made from polyethylene, a type of plastic that is lightweight, durable, and resistant to UV radiation. Mulch Film is available in a variety of thicknesses, colors, and sizes, and can be used in both conventional and organic farming. It is often used in combination with other materials, such as straw, to provide additional protection for crops. Mulch Film is an important tool for farmers, as it helps to reduce labor costs, conserve water, and improve crop yields. It also helps to reduce soil erosion and can be used to control weeds and pests. In addition, Mulch Film can be used to improve soil fertility and reduce the need for chemical fertilizers. Some companies that produce Mulch Film include Berry Global, Polymer Group, Inc., and AEP Industries. Show Less Read more

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