South America Pest Control Market Outlook, 2027

The term pest control refers to the management and regulation of various biological organisms that are detrimental to human populations, either directly or via negatively affecting human activities. Common pests that interfere with residential, commercial, and agricultural operations, such as termites, cockroaches, and some reptiles, have an impact on people every day. Pest control management is used to ensure a hygienic living with little to no pest intrusion. Additionally, a major market for pest management exists in emerging countries who want to increase the productivity of their commodities. The control of organisms that negatively impact human output while limiting the effects on the biosphere, primarily for pest control. In the agricultural sector, where a single bad season can cause a South America food shortfall, pest management is of the utmost importance. Common insecticides cannot be used in this situation because they could cause unfavorable alterations to the produce.

According to the report title “South America Pest Control Market Outlook, 2027” The Asia-Pacific pest control market size was around more than USD 1 Billion in 2021. That is expected to expand with CAGR value around 5% by the end of the forecast period. From that, the Insect pest segment dominated the market share in 2021 and continues to dominate the market in the forecast period of 2022 to 2027 with more than 5% CAGR by the of the forecasted period.

Consequently, the future of the pest management sector is uncertain. Government limitations during the COVID-19 epidemic hampered the manufacturers of pest control supply chain. Due to a manpower scarcity and a lack of credit available to operate the farming business, the farming activities were also hampered. However, since the COVID-19 outbreak, demand for organic produce has increased, and this is what is expected to fuel the country's pest control business. The widespread use of organic farming, the harm caused by chemical pesticides, and Brazil's governments' coordinated efforts to support the pest control industry are the main factors driving this market. The ministry is also aggressively promoting advancements in the field of pest control, which has led to the launch of novel products with a biological basis for pesticides in the nation. Farmers' worries about excessive chemical use, a growing awareness of sustainable food production, and the rising cost of chemical crop protection are the main drivers of the pest control market. The burgeoning biological industry in Brazil reflects this rise in understanding. Some of the most common pest found in South America in Acrolophus grantulatella, agathemera, agra aculeate, and agra acuspina etc. this are the major insects which are mostly found in South America. Ants are also the most common insects found in rainforests. They have impacted huge loss by eating and destroying the quality of trees.

Brazil is the leading country in South America with maximum share and size. It is expected to grow at rapid pace with growing industrialization and health concern factor. By applications wise, the use of pesticides is majorly done for commercial places like offices, malls and other places. It had the maximum share and size. Commercial facilities do need pest management since the volume of people coming and leaving makes the owner responsible for any harm done to the property, including damage that bugs may do. By the end of the forecasted period, other applications like institutes, public transport and storage is expected grow at rapid pace. Pest types, the insects had the major share and it has experienced a lot of growth with market value. Chlorinated hydrocarbons, organophosphates, carbamates, and pyrethroids are a few different kinds of insecticides. Rodent is expected have market value of and growth in the future. To prevent this pest, several measures is used like biological pest control method, mechanical method, chemical method etc. most used control method is chemical pest control method with major share. It is also expected to have huge market share and increase in market size by the end of the forecasted period. Chemical pest control method includes bactericides, fungicides, and insecticides to manage diseases and pests. Pesticides can be systemic, contact, or gastrointestinal toxins. Chemical control issues include residues, agricultural damage, the eradication of beneficial insects, and poisoning of people and their pets. The rising economic activity and growing population in South America are the primary market drivers for pest control. Both in an industrial and an economic sense, the region is rapidly evolving and expanding. Additionally, the region has one of the greatest rates of population increase.

COVID-19 IMPACT

Manufacturers in the pest control industry are facing difficulties as a result of supply chain disruptions caused by South America lockdowns in 2020 and ongoing limitations in 2021. The downward pressure on vendors' profit margins will be maintained by fierce competition, problems with pricing, and changing customer tastes. Between 2022 and 2027, the need for pest control will be supported by the emerging countries' quick recovery and rising disposable income. The Pest Control industry is being shaped by certain trending elements and the most recent developments, together with important demand drivers and possible market difficulties projected for the projection term.

Considered in this report

• Geography: South America
• Historic Year: 2016
• Base year: 2021
• Estimated year: 2022
• Forecast year: 2027

Aspects covered in this report

• South America Pest Control Market with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Country wise Pest Control market analysis
• Application wise Pest Control distribution
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

Countries covered in the report

• Brazil
• Argentina
• Colombia

Based on type of pest in the report:

• Insect (Cockroaches, Ants, Bed bugs, Mosquitoes, Flies, Ticks, Crickets, Moths, Bettles etc.)
• Termites
• Rodents
• Wildlife
• Others

Based on application type in the report:

• Commercial
• Residential
• Agriculture
• Industrial
• Others

Based on control method type in the report:

• Chemical
• Mechanical
• Biological
• Others

The approach of the report:

This report consists of a combined approach of primary as well as secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and listing out the companies that are present in the market. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, annual report of companies, analysing the government generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources primary research was conducted by making telephonic interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducted trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting consumers in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us we have started verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience

This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations & organizations related to agriculture industry, healthcare industry, hygiene industry, government bodies and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing & presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.