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Mulch Films Market: A Global and Regional Analysis, 2023-2033

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  • 179 Pages
  • January 2024
  • Region: Global
  • BIS Research
  • ID: 5925428
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The global mulch films market is currently undergoing significant growth, driven by various factors and driving forces within the agriculture and horticulture sectors. One key driver for this expansion is the increasing adoption of mulch films as a sustainable agricultural practice. Typically crafted from materials like polyethylene, mulch films are applied to cover the soil around plants, conserving moisture, controlling weeds, and regulating soil temperature. This technology contributes to improved crop yields, heightened water efficiency, and decreased reliance on herbicides, promoting sustainable and environmentally friendly farming practices. As the agriculture industry seeks to optimize resource utilization and address the challenges posed by climate change, the demand for mulch films is witnessing an upward trajectory.

Furthermore, the global mulch films market is gaining momentum from the burgeoning horticulture and floriculture industries. Mulch films offer essential benefits in these sectors by creating favourable growing conditions for plants and flowers. They assist in retaining soil moisture, preventing soil erosion, and acting as a barrier against pests, fostering optimal conditions for plant growth. The increasing adoption of greenhouse cultivation and controlled environment agriculture further augments the demand for mulch films, contributing to improved crop quality and protection. As the horticulture industry continues to modernize and embrace advanced cultivation techniques, the use of mulch films is expected to rise, propelling overall market expansion.

Technological advancements in mulch film manufacturing, including the development of biodegradable and compostable mulch films, are also playing a pivotal role in market growth. With a growing emphasis on sustainable farming practices and environmental stewardship, there is an increasing demand for mulch films that can naturally break down after use. Biodegradable mulch films address concerns related to plastic waste in agriculture, providing an eco-friendly alternative. As regulations and consumer preferences align with sustainable agriculture, the global mulch films market is poised for continued growth, driven by ongoing innovations and a commitment to environmentally responsible farming practices.

Market Segmentation

Segmentation 1: by Application

  • Agricultural Farms
  • Horticulture

Segmentation 2: by Type

  • Clear/Transparent
  • Black Mulch
  • Photo-Selective Mulch
  • Degradable Mulch
  • Other Types

Segmentation 3: by Element

  • LLDPE
  • LDPE
  • HDPE
  • EVA
  • PLA
  • PHA
  • Other Elements

Segmentation 4: by Region

  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia-Pacific
  • Rest-of-the-World

Key Market Players and Competition Synopsis

The companies that are profiled have been selected based on inputs gathered from primary experts and analysing company coverage, product portfolio, and market penetration.

Some of the prominent names established in this market are:

  • Berry Global Inc.
  • Plastika Kritis S.A.
  • RKW Group
  • Armando Alvarez Group

Key Questions Answered in this Report:

  • What are the main factors driving the demand for global mulch films market?
  • What are the major patents filed by the companies active in the global mulch films market?
  • What are the strategies adopted by the key companies to gain a competitive edge in mulch films industry
  • What is the futuristic outlook for the mulch films industry in terms of growth potential?
  • Which application, and product segment is expected to lead the market over the forecast period (2023-2033)?
  • Which region and country is expected to lead the market over the forecast period (2023-2033)?


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Table of Contents

1 Markets: Industry Outlook
1.1 Trends: Current and Future Impact Assessment
1.1.1 Rise in Demand for Greenhouse Applications Coupled with Growth in Environmental Concerns
1.1.2 Increase in Demand for Crop Productivity
1.2 Supply Chain Overview
1.2.1 Value chain Analysis
1.2.2 Market Map
1.2.3 Pricing Forecast
1.3 R&D Review
1.3.1 Patent Filing Trend by Country, by Company
1.4 Regulatory Landscape
1.5 Stakeholder Analysis
1.5.1 Use case
1.5.2 End User and buying criteria
1.6 Impact analysis for Key Global Events-covid19, Russia/Ukraine or Middle East crisis
1.7 Recent Developments by Key Players in Mulch Films Market
1.8 Market Dynamics Overview
1.8.1 Market Drivers
1.8.2 Market Restraints
1.8.3 Market Opportunities
2 Application
2.1 Application Segmentation
2.2 Application Summary
2.3 Global Mulch Films Market - by Application
2.3.1 Agricultural Farms
2.3.2 Horticulture
3 Product
3.1 Product Segmentation
3.2 Product Summary
3.3 Global Mulch Films Market - by Type
3.3.1 Clear/Transparent
3.3.2 Black Mulch
3.3.3 Photo-Selective Mulch
3.3.4 Degradable Mulch
3.3.4.1 Biodegradable Mulch
3.3.4.2 Photodegradable Mulch
3.3.5 Other Types
3.4 Global Mulch Films Market - by Element
3.4.1 LLDPE
3.4.2 LDPE
3.4.3 HDPE
3.4.4 EVA
3.4.5 PLA
3.4.6 PHA
3.4.7 Other Elements
4 Region
4.1 Regional Summary
Table: Global Mulch Films Market, By Region, (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Global Mulch Films Market, By Region, ($ Million), 2022-2033
4.2 Drivers and Restraints
4.3 North America
4.3.1 Key Market Participants in North America
4.3.2 Business Drivers
4.3.3 Business Challenges
4.3.4 Application
Table: North America Mulch Films Market, by Application (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: North America Mulch Films Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
4.3.5 Product
Table: North America Mulch Films Market, by Type (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: North America Mulch Films Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: North America Mulch Films Market, by Element (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: North America Mulch Films Market, by Element ($ Million), 2022-2033
4.3.6 North America Mulch Films Market (by Country)
4.3.6.1 U.S.
Table: U.S. Mulch Films Market, by Application (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: U.S. Mulch Films Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: U.S. Mulch Films Market, by Type (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: U.S. Mulch Films Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: U.S. Mulch Films Market, by Element (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: U.S. Mulch Films Market, by Element (Tons), 2022-2033
4.3.6.2 Canada
Table: Canada Mulch Films Market, by Application (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Canada Mulch Films Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: Canada Mulch Films Market, by Type (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Canada Mulch Films Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: Canada Mulch Films Market, by Element (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Canada Mulch Films Market, by Element ($ Million), 2022-2033
4.3.6.3 Mexico
Table: Mexico Mulch Films Market, by Application (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Mexico Mulch Films Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: Mexico Mulch Films Market, by Type (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Mexico Mulch Films Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: Mexico Mulch Films Market, by Element (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Mexico Mulch Films Market, by Element ($ Million), 2022-2033
4.4 Europe
4.4.1 Key Market Participants in Europe
4.4.2 Business Drivers
4.4.3 Business Challenges
4.4.4 Application
Table: Europe Mulch Films Market, by Application (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Europe Mulch Films Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
4.4.5 Product
Table: Europe Mulch Films Market, by Type (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Europe Mulch Films Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: Europe Mulch Films Market, by Element (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Europe Mulch Films Market, by Element ($ Million), 2022-2033
4.4.6 Europe Mulch Films Market (by Country)
4.4.6.1 Germany
Table: Germany Mulch Films Market, by Application (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Germany Mulch Films Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: Germany Mulch Films Market, by Type (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Germany Mulch Films Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: Germany Mulch Films Market, by Element (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Germany Mulch Films Market, by Element ($ Million), 2022-2033
4.4.6.2 France
Table: France Mulch Films Market, by Application (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: France Mulch Films Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: France Mulch Films Market, by Type (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: France Mulch Films Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: France Mulch Films Market, by Element (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: France Mulch Films Market, by Element ($ Million), 2022-2033
4.4.6.3 Italy
Table: Italy Mulch Films Market, by Application (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Italy Mulch Films Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: Italy Mulch Films Market, by Type (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Italy Mulch Films Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: Italy Mulch Films Market, by Element (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Italy Mulch Films Market, by Element ($ Million), 2022-2033
4.4.6.4 U.K.
Table: U.K. Mulch Films Market, by Application (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: U.K. Mulch Films Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: U.K. Mulch Films Market, by Type (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: U.K. Mulch Films Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: U.K. Mulch Films Market, by Element (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: U.K. Mulch Films Market, by Element ($ Million), 2022-2033
4.4.6.5 Rest-of-Europe
Table: Rest-of-Europe Mulch Films Market, by Application (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Rest-of-Europe Mulch Films Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: Rest-of-Europe Mulch Films Market, by Type (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Rest-of-Europe Mulch Films Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: Rest-of-Europe Mulch Films Market, by Element (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Rest-of-Europe Mulch Films Market, by Element ($ Million), 2022-2033
4.5 Asia-Pacific
4.5.1 Key Market Participants in Asia-Pacific
4.5.2 Business Drivers
4.5.3 Business Challenges
4.5.4 Application
Table: Asia-Pacific Mulch Films Market, by Application (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Asia-Pacific Mulch Films Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
4.5.5 Product
Table: Asia-Pacific Mulch Films Market, by Type (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Asia-Pacific Mulch Films Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: Asia-Pacific Mulch Films Market, by Element (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Asia-Pacific Mulch Films Market, by Element ($ Million), 2022-2033
4.5.6 Asia-Pacific Mulch Films Market (by Country)
4.5.6.1 China
Table: China Mulch Films Market, by Application (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: China Mulch Films Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: China Mulch Films Market, by Type (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: China Mulch Films Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: China Mulch Films Market, by Element (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: China Mulch Films Market, by Element ($ Million), 2022-2033
4.5.6.2 Japan
Table: Japan Mulch Films Market, by Application (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Japan Mulch Films Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: Japan Mulch Films Market, by Type (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Japan Mulch Films Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: Japan Mulch Films Market, by Element (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Japan Mulch Films Market, by Element ($ Million), 2022-2033
4.5.6.3 India
Table: India Mulch Films Market, by Application (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: India Mulch Films Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: India Mulch Films Market, by Type (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: India Mulch Films Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: India Mulch Films Market, by Element (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: India Mulch Films Market, by Element ($ Million), 2022-2033
4.5.6.4 South Korea
Table: South Korea Mulch Films Market, by Application (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: South Korea Mulch Films Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: South Korea Mulch Films Market, by Type (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: South Korea Mulch Films Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: South Korea Mulch Films Market, by Element (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: South Korea Mulch Films Market, by Element ($ Million), 2022-2033
4.5.6.5 Rest-of-Asia-Pacific
Table: Rest-of-Asia-Pacific Mulch Films Market, by Application (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Rest-of-Asia-Pacific Mulch Films Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: Rest-of-Asia-Pacific Mulch Films Market, by Type (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Rest-of-Asia-Pacific Mulch Films Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: Rest-of-Asia-Pacific Mulch Films Market, by Element (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Rest-of-Asia-Pacific Mulch Films Market, by Element ($ Million), 2022-2033
4.6 Rest-of-the-World
4.6.1 Key Market Participants in Rest-of-the-World
4.6.2 Business Drivers
4.6.3 Business Challenges
4.6.4 Application
Table: Rest-of-the-World Mulch Films Market, by Application (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Rest-of-the-World Mulch Films Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
4.6.5 Product
Table: Rest-of-the-World Mulch Films Market, by Type (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Rest-of-the-World Mulch Films Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: Rest-of-the-World Mulch Films Market, by Element (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: Rest-of-the-World Mulch Films Market, by Element ($ Million), 2022-2033
4.6.6 Rest of the World Mulch Films Market (By Region)
4.6.6.1 The Middle East and Africa
Table: The Middle East and Africa Mulch Films Market, by Application (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: The Middle East and Africa Mulch Films Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: The Middle East and Africa Mulch Films Market, by Type (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: The Middle East and Africa Mulch Films Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: The Middle East and Africa Mulch Films Market, by Element (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: The Middle East and Africa Mulch Films Market, by Element ($ Million), 2022-2033
4.6.6.2 South America
Table: South America Mulch Films Market, by Application (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: South America Mulch Films Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: South America Mulch Films Market, by Type (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: South America Mulch Films Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
Table: South America Mulch Films Market, by Element (Tons), 2022-2033
Table: South America Mulch Films Market, by Element ($ Million), 2022-2033
5 Markets - Competitive Landscape & Company Profiles
5.1 Competitive Landscape
5.2 Company Profiles
5.2.1 BASF SE
5.2.1.1 Overview
5.2.1.2 Top Products / Product Portfolio
5.2.1.3 Top Competitors
5.2.1.4 Target Customers/End-Users
5.2.1.5 Key Personnel
5.2.1.6 Analyst View
5.2.1.7 Market Share
5.2.2 Berry Global Inc.
5.2.2.1 Overview
5.2.2.2 Top Products / Product Portfolio
5.2.2.3 Top Competitors
5.2.2.4 Target Customers/End-Users
5.2.2.5 Key Personnel
5.2.2.6 Analyst View
5.2.2.7 Market Share
5.2.3 DOW
5.2.3.1 Overview
5.2.3.2 Top Products / Product Portfolio
5.2.3.3 Top Competitors
5.2.3.4 Target Customers/End-Users
5.2.3.5 Key Personnel
5.2.3.6 Analyst View
5.2.3.7 Market Share
5.2.4 Kuraray
5.2.4.1 Overview
5.2.4.2 Top Products / Product Portfolio
5.2.4.3 Top Competitors
5.2.4.4 Target Customers/End-Users
5.2.4.5 Key Personnel
5.2.4.6 Analyst View
5.2.4.7 Market Share
5.2.5 Exxon Mobil Corporation
5.2.5.1 Overview
5.2.5.2 Top Products / Product Portfolio
5.2.5.3 Top Competitors
5.2.5.4 Target Customers/End-Users
5.2.5.5 Key Personnel
5.2.5.6 Analyst View
5.2.5.7 Market Share
5.2.6 RKW Group
5.2.6.1 Overview
5.2.6.2 Top Products / Product Portfolio
5.2.6.3 Top Competitors
5.2.6.4 Target Customers/End-Users
5.2.6.5 Key Personnel
5.2.6.6 Analyst View
5.2.6.7 Market Share
5.2.7 Intergro, Inc.
5.2.7.1 Overview
5.2.7.2 Top Products / Product Portfolio
5.2.7.3 Top Competitors
5.2.7.4 Target Customers/End-Users
5.2.7.5 Key Personnel
5.2.7.6 Analyst View
5.2.7.7 Market Share
5.2.8 Plastika Kritis S.A.
5.2.8.1 Overview
5.2.8.2 Top Products / Product Portfolio
5.2.8.3 Top Competitors
5.2.8.4 Target Customers/End-Users
5.2.8.5 Key Personnel
5.2.8.6 Analyst View
5.2.8.7 Market Share
5.2.9 EPI Ltd.
5.2.9.1 Overview
5.2.9.2 Top Products / Product Portfolio
5.2.9.3 Top Competitors
5.2.9.4 Target Customers/End-Users
5.2.9.5 Key Personnel
5.2.9.6 Analyst View
5.2.9.7 Market Share
5.2.10 Captain Polyplast Ltd
5.2.10.1 Overview
5.2.10.2 Top Products / Product Portfolio
5.2.10.3 Top Competitors
5.2.10.4 Target Customers/End-Users
5.2.10.5 Key Personnel
5.2.10.6 Analyst View
5.2.10.7 Market Share
5.2.11 Tilak Polypack Pvt. Ltd.
5.2.11.1 Overview
5.2.11.2 Top Products / Product Portfolio
5.2.11.3 Top Competitors
5.2.11.4 Target Customers/End-Users
5.2.11.5 Key Personnel
5.2.11.6 Analyst View
5.2.11.7 Market Share
5.2.12 Iris Polymers
5.2.12.1 Overview
5.2.12.2 Top Products / Product Portfolio
5.2.12.3 Top Competitors
5.2.12.4 Target Customers/End-Users
5.2.12.5 Key Personnel
5.2.12.6 Analyst View
5.2.12.7 Market Share
5.2.13 Novamont S.P.A.
5.2.13.1 Overview
5.2.13.2 Top Products / Product Portfolio
5.2.13.3 Top Competitors
5.2.13.4 Target Customers/End-Users
5.2.13.5 Key Personnel
5.2.13.6 Analyst View
5.2.13.7 Market Share
5.2.14 Armando Alvarez Group
5.2.14.1 Overview
5.2.14.2 Top Products / Product Portfolio
5.2.14.3 Top Competitors
5.2.14.4 Target Customers/End-Users
5.2.14.5 Key Personnel
5.2.14.6 Analyst View
5.2.14.7 Market Share
5.2.15 Achilles Corporation
5.2.15.1 Overview
5.2.15.2 Top Products / Product Portfolio
5.2.15.3 Top Competitors
5.2.15.4 Target Customers/End-Users
5.2.15.5 Key Personnel
5.2.15.6 Analyst View
5.2.15.7 Market Share
5.3 Other Key Market Participants
6 Growth Opportunities & Recommendations7 Research Methodology

Companies Mentioned

  • BASF SE
  • Berry Global Inc.
  • DOW
  • Kuraray
  • Exxon Mobil Corporation
  • RKW Group
  • Intergro, Inc.
  • Plastika Kritis S.A.
  • EPI Ltd.
  • Captain Polyplast Ltd
  • Tilak Polypack Pvt. Ltd.
  • Iris Polymers
  • Novamont S.P.A.
  • Armando Alvarez Group
  • Achilles Corporation