Agrochemicals Market Report 2026

The agrochemicals market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $308.21 billion in 2025 to $334.73 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in intensive farming practices, increasing dependence on chemical pest control, expansion of large-scale monoculture farming, rising prevalence of crop diseases, early development of synthetic fertilizers.

The agrochemicals market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $457.4 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for high-yield food production, increasing adoption of precision agrochemical application, regulatory pressure for sustainable formulations, growth in bio-based agrochemical r&d, increasing need for residue-free agricultural outputs. Major trends in the forecast period include rising shift toward low-residue agrochemical formulations, increasing adoption of bio-based and organic alternatives, stricter regulatory compliance for chemical safety, growth in controlled and targeted application techniques, expansion of integrated pest and nutrient management practices.

The rising demand for pesticides is anticipated to drive the growth of the agrochemicals market going forward. Pesticides are chemical substances or mixtures formulated to control, repel, or eliminate pests. As a major category of agrochemicals, pesticides are primarily used to manage pests, increase yield, ensure a stable and reliable food supply, enhance quality, support public health, and protect seasonal crops. For example, in July 2025, the Food and Agriculture Organization, an Italy-based specialized agency of the United Nations, reported that in 2023, Oceania had the highest pesticide use, averaging 5.64 kg per hectare of cropland, 2.55 grams per international dollar of agricultural production, and 2.44 kg per capita. Therefore, the rising demand for pesticides is fueling the growth of the agrochemicals market.

Key players within the agrochemicals market are placing emphasis on developing innovative products like Atlox BS-50 to drive their market revenues. Atlox BS-50 represents a targeted delivery method designed specifically to meet the evolving requirements of the expanding biopesticide sector, tailored for spore-forming microorganisms. For instance, in September 2023, Croda International Plc, a UK-based chemical company, unveiled Atlox BS-50. Croda's experts meticulously fine-tuned the components of Atlox BS-50 to ensure optimal performance. Widely utilized in agricultural applications, Atlox BS-50 functions as an adjuvant or surfactant, enhancing the efficiency and efficacy of various crop protection products, encompassing herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides. Its role involves improving spreading, wetting, and overall performance of these products on plant surfaces.

In March 2024, Best Agrolife Ltd., a manufacturer of agrochemicals based in India, acquired Sudarshan Farm Chemicals for $0.00167 billion. This acquisition is intended to capitalize on SFCL's research and development capabilities, intellectual property, and technical manufacturing expertise to strengthen its market position and promote sustainable growth in the agrochemical sector. Sudarshan Farm Chemicals is an India-based company specializing in agricultural chemicals.

Major companies operating in the agrochemicals market are Adama Agricultural Solutions Ltd., Agrium Inc., BASF SE, Bayer AG, Yara International ASA, The Mosaic Company, Israel Chemicals Ltd., FMC Corporation, E. I. du Pont Nemours and Company, Monsanto Company, Dow AgroSciences LLC, Land O’ Lakes Inc, Sumitomo Chemical Co Ltd, Zuari Agro Chemicals Ltd, Gharda Chemicals Limited, Nutrien Ag Solutions Limited, UPL Limited, Nufarm Limited, Corteva Agriscience Inc., Dhanuka Agritech Limited, Gowan Company LLC, Nissan Chemical Corporation, Isagro S.p.A., Rallis India Limited, Crystal Crop Protection Pvt. Ltd., Sinochem Group, Wynca Chemical Group Co. Ltd., Kumiai Chemical Industry Co. Ltd., PI Industries Limited, Indofil Industries Limited, Sipcam Oxon S.p.A., Hubei Sanonda Co. Ltd., Excel Crop Care Limited, Insecticides Limited, Redox Industries Limited, Jiangsu Agrochem Laboratory Co. Ltd., Sulphur Mills Limited.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs are influencing the agrochemical market by raising the cost of imported raw materials, active compounds, and formulated products, resulting in higher production and procurement expenses for fertilizers and pesticides. Segments such as nitrogen fertilizers, phosphatic fertilizers, and specialty pesticide types are particularly affected, especially in regions that rely heavily on imported chemical inputs such as Asia-Pacific and Latin America. However, tariffs may also encourage domestic manufacturing, promote innovation in local agrochemical production, and strengthen regional supply chains, creating potential long-term benefits despite short-term disruptions.

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Agrochemicals refer to synthetic and commercially produced chemicals utilized in agriculture to regulate ecosystems and enhance farming practices. Unfortunately, these agrochemicals often lead to contamination of nearby lands and waterways, entering the food chain and causing bioaccumulation. The excessive use of pesticides results in a significant number of residues, impacting crops.

The primary types of fertilizers within agrochemicals include nitrogen fertilizer, phosphatic fertilizer, potassic fertilizer, and others. Nitrogen-containing fertilizers contribute to accelerated plant growth and increased crop production. Various types of pesticides, such as fungicides, herbicides, insecticides, and others, are employed in both crop-based and non-crop-based applications.North America was the largest region in the agrochemicals market in 2025.Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the agrochemicals market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the agrochemicals market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The agrochemical market consists of sales of chemical fertilizers, antibiotics, and plant hormones. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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