Agriculture and Forestry Services Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, 2021-2031

The Global Agriculture and Forestry Services Market is projected to expand from USD 360.11 Billion in 2025 to USD 502.49 Billion by 2031, registering a CAGR of 5.71%. This sector comprises a broad array of specialized support activities, ranging from soil management and crop monitoring to timber valuation and pest control, all aimed at enhancing yield and resource efficiency for primary producers. The market is fundamentally underpinned by the rising global demand for food and timber products, which drives operators to implement advanced agronomic practices and sustainable land-management strategies to maximize production from finite arable land.

However, the industry confronts substantial hurdles due to increasing climate volatility, which jeopardizes operational continuity and production stability. Data from the American Farm Bureau Federation reveals that in 2024, U.S. agricultural operations incurred roughly $20.3 billion in losses resulting from severe weather events. This environmental unpredictability presents a critical challenge to market growth, as extreme conditions can nullify the advantages of service interventions and discourage capital investment in long-term agricultural projects.

Market Drivers

The rapid adoption of Precision Agriculture and Digital Forestry Technologies is reshaping the market, creating a necessity for specialized expertise to handle complex data ecosystems and automated machinery. As primary producers incorporate advanced tools like drones and yield monitors, they increasingly rely on third-party services for system maintenance, data interpretation, and agronomic consulting to maximize their return on investment. According to the USDA Economic Research Service's December 2024 data from the 'Agricultural Resource Management Survey,' guidance autosteering systems were employed on 70% of large-scale crop-producing farms, emphasizing commercial reliance on technical infrastructure, while Tilhill Forestry's 'UK Forest Market Report 2024' noted £95.4 million in forestry property listings, highlighting the need for professional oversight in asset valuation and compliance.

Additionally, acute labor shortages and rising employment costs are accelerating the shift toward automation and mechanization, prompting operators to replace manual labor with contracted mechanized services. The scarcity of skilled field workers compels land managers to outsource tasks such as planting, harvesting, and maintenance to providers utilizing autonomous fleets and high-efficiency machinery. This trend is reinforced by financial pressures; the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service's 'Farm Labor' report from November 2024 indicated that the annual average gross wage rate for hired workers increased by 3% to $19.10 per hour, fueling the demand for cost-effective automated solutions that ensure operational continuity.

Market Challenges

Rising climate volatility presents a significant obstacle to the Global Agriculture and Forestry Services Market by destabilizing the financial footing and operational planning of primary producers. The increasing frequency of extreme weather events, such as torrential rains, unexpected frosts, or prolonged droughts, often negates the value of contracted services; for example, investment in sophisticated crop monitoring or soil management yields little return if the crop is destroyed by an unforeseen disaster. Consequently, timber managers and farmers are forced to prioritize immediate survival over yield-enhancing investments, effectively reducing the accessible market for service providers.

Furthermore, the financial strain caused by these environmental disruptions severely restricts the capital available for external support services. Producers experiencing substantial yield losses often reduce operational costs, with third-party services frequently being among the first expenses eliminated to preserve cash flow. According to Copa-Cogeca, cereal production in the European Union fell by roughly 4.7% in 2024 due to adverse weather affecting sowing and harvesting, illustrating how output contractions lead to reduced revenue and subsequently dampen the demand for specialized forestry and agriculture services as clients adopt risk-averse fiscal strategies.

Market Trends

The emergence of Carbon Sequestration and Credit Certification Services is creating a new revenue paradigm wherein land managers are compensated for verified ecosystem outcomes in addition to physical commodities. Service providers are increasingly specializing in the rigorous measurement, reporting, and verification (MRV) necessary to monetize soil health improvements, effectively converting carbon storage into a tradable asset. This transition necessitates high-precision data collection to meet strict third-party registry standards, evidenced by Indigo Ag's February 2024 announcement that its program generated 163,048 agricultural soil carbon credits, signaling growing demand for professional services that facilitate access to voluntary carbon markets.

Simultaneously, the expansion of Farming-as-a-Service (FaaS) business models is modifying the sector's economic structure by shifting advanced technical capabilities from capital-intensive investments to flexible, subscription-based operational expenses. Rather than purchasing proprietary software and hardware upfront, operators are subscribing to integrated platforms for on-demand access to fleet management, digital agronomy tools, and predictive analytics. This model reduces entry barriers and ensures continuous technology updates; for instance, Trimble reported in August 2024 that its annualized recurring revenue reached a record $2.11 billion, underscoring the significant market shift toward recurring information service subscriptions over traditional one-time asset acquisitions.

Key Players Profiled in the Agriculture and Forestry Services Market

• Cargill Incorporated
• Arbor Forest Management Ltd.
• Dairy Farmers of America Inc.
• Bayer AG
• West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd.
• Hancock Victorian Plantations Holdings Pty Limited
• Forestry corporation of NSW
• Rayonier Inc.
• China Forestry Group Corporation
• Tilhill Forestry Limited

Report Scope

In this report, the Global Agriculture and Forestry Services Market has been segmented into the following categories:

Agriculture and Forestry Services Market, by Type:

• Timber Production
• Wood Technology
• Forestry Economics
• Others

Agriculture and Forestry Services Market, by Nature:

• Organic
• Conventional

Agriculture and Forestry Services Market, by Application:

• Construction
• Industrial Goods

Agriculture and Forestry Services Market, by Region:

• North America
• Europe
• Asia-Pacific
• South America
• Middle East & Africa

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Agriculture and Forestry Services Market.

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