The global indoor farming market held a market value of USD 26.5 Billion in 2021 and is estimated to reach USD 62 Billion by the year 2030. The market is anticipated to register a CAGR of 10.1% during the forecast period.
Indoor farming is one of the ideal alternatives for conventional agriculture. The increasing research and awareness in the fields of hydroponics, aquaponics, and hybrid growing systems is fueling the growth rate of the market to a double digit over the forecast period. The increasing support by companies also contributes heavily. For instance, in April 2019, Signify Holdings acquired WiZ Connected (China), the manufacturers of the WiZ Wi-Fi-based connected lighting ecosystem. Thus, such measures aid the market growth.
Government, as well as non-government agencies, manufacturers are pointing at growing awareness by providing policies, subsidies, and other strategies as well as perks that drive the growth of the indoor farming market across the world.
On the other hand, the high cost and high initial investment cost is a hampering factor for indoor farming market. Moreover, the different limitations on different types of crops to be grown also hinders the growth of the market.
The ever-changing climatic conditions underwrite the existing increasing environmental issues, including soil degradation, groundwater depletion, and many others. A lot of research experts have proved that indoor farming through its different growing systems, has less impact of the external weather conditions, in comparison to the traditionally grown plants. In light of this, the demand for indoor farming has tremendously increased, and is propelling the growth rate of the market to a huge extent.
The surging demand for fresh foods by health-conscious consumers, as well as producers utilizing top-notch technologies is fuelling the market growth. Moreover, the usage of these new technologies, such as aeroponics, hydroponics, offer high yield value, contributing to high demand of the end product. For instance, USDA data 2016 stated that the average yield of tomatoes grown in greenhouse hydroponics was 10.59 pounds per square foot, and that of traditionally grown tomatoes was 1.85 pounds per square foot. Thus, such measures drive the market growth.
The global indoor farming market is segmented into growing systems, crop type, technology.
By region, the global indoor farming market is divided into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South America.
The North American region is expected to grow steadily owing to the increasing initiatives by government. The European region is anticipated to grow substantially with the highest growth rate of 10.6% over the forecast period owing to the increasing number of companies investing in research and development to develop cutting-edge products. The Asia-Pacific region is also anticipated to grow at a considerable rate. The Latin American market and the Middle Eastern and African market are growing steadily.
Key players operating in the global indoor farming market include AgriCool, Argus Control Systems, AeroFarms, Bowery Farming, Everlight Electronics, EXDIN Solutions, General Hydroponics, Gotham Greens, GP Solutions, BrightFarms, Heliospectra AB, Infarm, Iron Ox, LumiGrow, Signify Holding, SPREAD Co., Ltd., Sky Greens, among others.
The major four players in the market hold approximately 15% of the market share. These market players are investing in product launches, collaborations, mergers & acquisitions, and expansions to create a competitive edge in the market. For instance, in June, 2019, Everlight Electronics showcased lighting, automotive, and signage components, including new horticulture, UV (UVA&UVC), and general lighting products.
Indoor farming is one of the ideal alternatives for conventional agriculture. The increasing research and awareness in the fields of hydroponics, aquaponics, and hybrid growing systems is fueling the growth rate of the market to a double digit over the forecast period. The increasing support by companies also contributes heavily. For instance, in April 2019, Signify Holdings acquired WiZ Connected (China), the manufacturers of the WiZ Wi-Fi-based connected lighting ecosystem. Thus, such measures aid the market growth.
Government, as well as non-government agencies, manufacturers are pointing at growing awareness by providing policies, subsidies, and other strategies as well as perks that drive the growth of the indoor farming market across the world.
On the other hand, the high cost and high initial investment cost is a hampering factor for indoor farming market. Moreover, the different limitations on different types of crops to be grown also hinders the growth of the market.
Growth Influencers:
Lesser impact of external weather conditions
The ever-changing climatic conditions underwrite the existing increasing environmental issues, including soil degradation, groundwater depletion, and many others. A lot of research experts have proved that indoor farming through its different growing systems, has less impact of the external weather conditions, in comparison to the traditionally grown plants. In light of this, the demand for indoor farming has tremendously increased, and is propelling the growth rate of the market to a huge extent.
Rising demand for fresh foods with high nutritive value
The surging demand for fresh foods by health-conscious consumers, as well as producers utilizing top-notch technologies is fuelling the market growth. Moreover, the usage of these new technologies, such as aeroponics, hydroponics, offer high yield value, contributing to high demand of the end product. For instance, USDA data 2016 stated that the average yield of tomatoes grown in greenhouse hydroponics was 10.59 pounds per square foot, and that of traditionally grown tomatoes was 1.85 pounds per square foot. Thus, such measures drive the market growth.
Segments Overview:
The global indoor farming market is segmented into growing systems, crop type, technology.
By Growing Systems
- Hydroponics
- Aeroponics
- Aquaponics
- Soil-based
- Hybrid
By Crop Type
- Common Crops
- Lettuce
- Chard
- Cabbage
- Kale
- Tomatoes
- Spinach
- Herbs
- Basil
- Mint
- Chives
- Parsley
- Microgreens
By Technology
- Controlled Environment Agriculture
- Dosing systems
- Sterilization Systems
- Chemical disinfection
- Lighting
- Fluorescent grow lights
- LED lighting
- Air Control
- CO2 gassing
- Compressed CO2
- The Internet of Things - IoT
- Environment Sensors
- Connected Devices
Regional Overview
By region, the global indoor farming market is divided into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South America.
The North American region is expected to grow steadily owing to the increasing initiatives by government. The European region is anticipated to grow substantially with the highest growth rate of 10.6% over the forecast period owing to the increasing number of companies investing in research and development to develop cutting-edge products. The Asia-Pacific region is also anticipated to grow at a considerable rate. The Latin American market and the Middle Eastern and African market are growing steadily.
Competitive Landscape
Key players operating in the global indoor farming market include AgriCool, Argus Control Systems, AeroFarms, Bowery Farming, Everlight Electronics, EXDIN Solutions, General Hydroponics, Gotham Greens, GP Solutions, BrightFarms, Heliospectra AB, Infarm, Iron Ox, LumiGrow, Signify Holding, SPREAD Co., Ltd., Sky Greens, among others.
The major four players in the market hold approximately 15% of the market share. These market players are investing in product launches, collaborations, mergers & acquisitions, and expansions to create a competitive edge in the market. For instance, in June, 2019, Everlight Electronics showcased lighting, automotive, and signage components, including new horticulture, UV (UVA&UVC), and general lighting products.
The global indoor farming market report provides insights on the below pointers:
- Market Penetration: Provides comprehensive information on the market offered by the prominent players
- Market Development: The report offers detailed information about lucrative emerging markets and analyzes penetration across mature segments of the markets
- Market Diversification: Provides in-depth information about untapped geographies, recent developments, and investments
- Competitive Landscape Assessment: Mergers & acquisitions, certifications, product launches in the global indoor farming market have been provided in this research report. In addition, the report also emphasizes the SWOT analysis of the leading players.
- Product Development & Innovation: The report provides intelligent insights on future technologies, R&D activities, and breakthrough product developments
- Pricing Analysis: Pricing analysis of various types and other components used in the manufacturing of indoor farming
- Manufacturing Cost Analysis: Cost-share of various indoor farming materials, cost analysis of indoor farming materials
- Life Cycle analysis on the environmental impact of Vertical Farming compared to rural agriculture in the U.S.
The global indoor farming market report answers questions such as:
- What is the market size and forecast of the global indoor farming market?
- What are the inhibiting factors and impact of COVID-19 on the global indoor farming market during the assessment period?
- Which are the products/segments/applications/areas to invest in over the assessment period in the global indoor farming market?
- What is the competitive strategic window for opportunities in the global indoor farming market?
- What are the technology trends and regulatory frameworks in the global indoor farming market?
- What is the market share of the leading players in the global indoor farming market?
- What modes and strategic moves are considered favorable for entering the global indoor farming market?
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Research Framework1.1 Research Objective
1.2 Product Overview
1.3 Market Segmentation
Chapter 2. Research Methodology
2.1 Qualitative Research
2.1.1 Primary & Secondary Sources
2.2 Quantitative Research
2.2.1 Primary & Secondary Sources
2.3 Breakdown of Primary Research Respondents, By Region
2.4 Assumption for the Study
2.5 Market Size Estimation
2.6. Data Triangulation
Chapter 3. Executive Summary: Global Indoor Farming Market
Chapter 4. Global Indoor Farming Market Overview
4.1. Industry Value Chain Analysis
4.1.1. Material Provider
4.1.2. Producers/Farmers
4.1.3. Production/Post-Harvest Management
4.1.4. Processing
4.1.5. Distribution/Retail
4.1.6. End User
4.2. Industry Outlook
4.2.1. Life Cycle analysis on the environmental impact of Vertical Farming compared to rural agriculture in the U.S.
4.3. PESTLE Analysis
4.4. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.4.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.4.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.4.3. Threat of Substitutes
4.4.4. Threat of New Entrants
4.4.5. Degree of Competition
4.5. Market Dynamics and Trends
4.5.1. Growth Drivers
4.5.2. Restraints
4.5.3. Challenges
4.5.4. Key Trends
4.6. Covid-19 Impact Assessment on Market Growth Trend
4.7. Market Growth and Outlook
4.7.1. Market Revenue Estimates and Forecast (US$ Bn), 2017 - 2030
4.7.2. Price Trend Analysis, By Growing System
4.8. Competition Dashboard
4.8.1. Market Concentration Rate
4.8.2. Company Market Share Analysis (Value %), 2020
4.8.3. Competitor Mapping
Chapter 5. Indoor Farming Market Analysis, By Growing System
5.1. Key Insights
5.2. Market Type and Forecast, 2017 - 2030 (US$ Bn)
5.2.1. Hydroponics
5.2.2. Aeroponics
5.2.3. Aquaponics
5.2.4. Soil-based
5.2.5. Hybrid
Chapter 6. Indoor Farming Market Analysis, By Crop Type
6.1. Key Insights
6.2. Market Type and Forecast, 2017 - 2030 (US$ Bn)
6.2.1. Common crops
6.2.1.1. Lettuce
6.2.1.2. Chard
6.2.1.3. Cabbage
6.2.1.4. Kale
6.2.1.5. Tomatoes
6.2.1.6. Spinach
6.2.1.7. Lettuce
6.2.2. Herbs
6.2.2.1. Basil
6.2.2.2. Mint
6.2.2.3. Chives
6.2.2.4. Parsley
6.2.3. Microgreens
Chapter 7. Indoor Farming Market Analysis, By Technology
7.1. Key Insights
7.2. Market Type and Forecast, 2017 - 2030 (US$ Bn)
7.2.1. Controlled Environment Agriculture
7.2.1.1. Dosing systems
7.2.1.2. Sterilization Systems
7.2.1.3. Chemical disinfection
7.2.2. Lighting
7.2.2.1. Fluorescent grow lights
7.2.2.2. LED lighting
7.2.3. Air control
7.2.3.1. CO2 gassing
7.2.3.2. Compressed CO2
7.2.4. The Internet of Things - IoT
7.2.4.1. Sensors
Chapter 8. Indoor Farming Market Analysis, By Region/Country
8.1. Key Insights
8.2. Market Size and Forecast, 2017 - 2030 (US$ Bn)
8.2.1. North America
8.2.1.1. The U.S.
8.2.1.2. Canada
8.2.1.3. Mexico
8.2.2. Europe
8.2.2.1. Western Europe
8.2.2.1.1. The UK
8.2.2.1.2. Germany
8.2.2.1.3. France
8.2.2.1.4. Italy
8.2.2.1.5. Spain
8.2.2.1.6. Rest of Western Europe
8.2.2.2. Eastern Europe
8.2.2.2.1. Poland
8.2.2.2.2. Russia
8.2.2.2.3. Rest of Eastern Europe
8.2.3. Asia Pacific
8.2.3.1. China
8.2.3.2. India
8.2.3.3. Japan
8.2.3.4. Australia & New Zealand
8.2.3.5. South Korea
8.2.3.6. ASEAN
8.2.3.7. Rest of Asia Pacific
8.2.4. Middle East & Africa (MEA)
8.2.4.1. UAE
8.2.4.2. Saudi Arabia
8.2.4.3. Rest of MEA
8.2.5. South America
8.2.5.1. Brazil
8.2.5.2. Argentina
8.2.5.3. Rest of South America
Chapter 9. North America Indoor Farming Market Analysis
9.1. Key Insights
9.2. Market Size and Forecast, 2017 - 2030 (US$ Bn)
9.2.1. By Growing Systems
9.2.2. By Crop Type
9.2.3. By Technology
9.2.4. By Country
Chapter 10. Europe Indoor Farming Market Analysis
10.1. Key Insights
10.2. Market Size and Forecast, 2017 - 2030 (US$ Bn)
10.2.1. By Growing Systems
10.2.2. By Crop Type
10.2.3. By Technology
10.2.4. By Country
Chapter 11. Asia Pacific Indoor Farming Market Analysis
11.1. Key Insights
11.2. Market Size and Forecast, 2017 - 2030 (US$ Bn)
11.2.1. By Growing Systems
11.2.2. By Crop Type
11.2.3. By Technology
11.2.4. By Country
Chapter 12. Middle East & South Africa (MEA) Indoor Farming Market Analysis
12.1. Key Insights
12.2. Market Size and Forecast, 2017 - 2030 (US$ Bn)
12.2.1. By Growing Systems
12.2.2. By Crop Type
12.2.3. By Technology
12.2.4. By Country
Chapter 13. South America Indoor Farming Market Analysis
13.1. Key Insights
13.2. Market Size and Forecast, 2017 - 2030 (US$ Bn)
13.2.1. By Growing Systems
13.2.2. By Crop Type
13.2.3. By Technology
13.2.4. By Country
Chapter 14. Japan Indoor Farming Market Analysis
14.1. Key Insights
14.2. Market Size and Forecast, 2017 - 2030 (US$ Bn)
14.2.1. By Growing Systems
14.2.2. By Crop Type
14.2.3. By Technology
Chapter 15. Company Profile (Company Overview, Financial Matrix, Key Product landscape, Key Personnel, Key Competitors, Contact Address, and Business Strategy Outlook)
15.1. AeroFarms
15.2. AgriCool
15.3. Argus Control Systems
15.4. Bowery Farming
15.5. BrightFarms
15.6. Everlight Electronics
15.7. EXDIN Solutions
15.8. General Hydroponics
15.9. Gotham Greens
15.10. GP Solutions
15.11. Heliospectra AB
15.12. Infarm
15.13. Iron Ox
15.14. LumiGrow
15.15. Signify Holding
15.16. Sky Greens
15.17. SPREAD Co., Ltd.
Companies Mentioned (Partial List)
A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:
- AgriCool
- Argus Control Systems
- AeroFarms
- Bowery Farming
- Everlight Electronics
- EXDIN Solutions
- General Hydroponics
- Gotham Greens
- GP Solutions
- BrightFarms
- Heliospectra AB
- Infarm
- Iron Ox
- LumiGrow
- Signify Holding
- SPREAD Co., Ltd.
- Sky Greens
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 199 |
| Published | July 2022 |
| Forecast Period | 2021 - 2030 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 26.5 Million |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 62 Million |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 9.9% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
