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Nematicides Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, 2020-2030F

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  • 185 Pages
  • November 2025
  • Region: Global
  • TechSci Research
  • ID: 5941780
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The Global Nematicides Market, valued at USD 1.87 Billion in 2024, is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.51% to reach USD 3.05 Billion by 2030. Nematicides are chemical or biological agents developed to control plant-parasitic nematodes that severely damage crops by attacking root systems. Market growth is strongly driven by the need to reduce crop losses and increase food security as global demand rises.

Key Market Drivers

The persistent global challenge of declining arable land

Declining arable land worldwide significantly increases reliance on nematicides to maximize productivity from existing farmland. With global population growth and limited land resources, protecting yields becomes essential. FAOSTAT Analytical Brief 107 reported in June 2025 that cropland per capita decreased by about 20%, from 0.24 to 0.19 hectares between 2001 and 2023, intensifying the need for nematicides to prevent nematode-related yield losses.

Simultaneously, rising consumer demand for organic and sustainably produced food is reshaping the market, accelerating the shift toward bio-based nematicides. According to IFOAM and FiBL’s 2025 yearbook, global organic farmland grew by 2.5 million hectares in 2023, reaching nearly 99 million hectares. This growth supports the adoption of biological nematicides. The broader pesticide and agricultural chemicals market, including nematicides, is projected to grow from USD 102.9 billion in 2023 to USD 169.8 billion by 2028, as reported by Infosys in its 2024 Agri-chem Industry Outlook.

Key Market Challenges

Stringent regulatory frameworks and increasing environmental concerns regarding the residual effects of certain synthetic nematicides

Strict regulations and rising environmental concerns surrounding synthetic nematicides significantly hinder market growth. Rigorous testing, lengthy approval processes, and compliance requirements increase development costs and extend timelines, reducing incentives to invest in new chemical active ingredients. According to CropLife Australia (2024), developing a new crop protection chemical now exceeds USD 300 million and typically requires more than 12 years due to extensive environmental and toxicology data requirements. Regulatory withdrawals also limit farmers’ access to critical active ingredients. CropLife Africa Middle East (2023) reported that maize pest control tools could face a 75% reduction and coffee pest tools a 58% reduction in Kenya due to EU-driven restrictions. These challenges constrain product portfolios and restrict overall market growth.

Key Market Trends

The integration of precision agriculture technologies into nematicide application

Precision agriculture is increasingly shaping nematicide use by enabling more efficient, targeted application through GPS-guided systems, remote sensing, and variable-rate technologies. These tools reduce waste, improve application accuracy, and enhance crop health while minimizing environmental impact. According to the USDA Agricultural Resource Management Survey (January 2025), Variable Rate Technology adoption in the U.S. increased by 69% across major commodity crops, reflecting the growing reliance on data-driven input management. Strategic collaborations across agrochemical companies, biotech firms, and research institutions are also accelerating innovation in advanced nematicide solutions, particularly biological products. For example, Bayer and Kimitec’s June 2025 launch of Ambition Complete Gen2 and Ambition Secure Gen2 demonstrates how alliances expedite the development of next-generation biological nematicides and broaden market offerings.

Key Market Players Profiled:

  • American Vanguard Corporation
  • BASF SE
  • Bayer AG
  • Corteva, Inc.
  • Syngenta Crop Protection AG
  • FMC Corporation
  • UPL Limited
  • Isagro SpA
  • Pro Farm Group Inc.
  • Nufarm Limited

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Nematicides Market has been segmented into the following categories:

By Product Type:

  • Fumigant
  • Carbamate
  • Organophosphate
  • Bionematicide
  • Others

By Form:

  • Solid
  • Liquid

By Mode of Application:

  • Fumigation
  • Irrigation
  • Spraying
  • Seed Treatment
  • Others

By Crop Type:

  • Macro Indicators
  • Field Crops
  • Fruits & Nuts
  • Vegetables
  • Others

By Region:

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

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Table of Contents

1. Product Overview
1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Market
1.2.1. Markets Covered
1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations
2. Research Methodology
2.1. Objective of the Study
2.2. Baseline Methodology
2.3. Key Industry Partners
2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
2.5. Forecasting Methodology
2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
2.7. Assumptions and Limitations
3. Executive Summary
3.1. Overview of the Market
3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends
4. Voice of Customer
5. Global Nematicides Market Outlook
5.1. Market Size & Forecast
5.1.1. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
5.2.1. By Product Type (Fumigant, Carbamate, Organophosphate, Bionematicide, Others)
5.2.2. By Form (Solid, Liquid)
5.2.3. By Mode of Application (Fumigation, Irrigation, Spraying, Seed Treatment, Others)
5.2.4. By Crop Type (Macro Indicators, Field Crops, Fruits & Nuts, Vegetables, Others)
5.2.5. By Region
5.2.6. By Company (2024)
5.3. Market Map
6. North America Nematicides Market Outlook
6.1. Market Size & Forecast
6.1.1. By Value
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.2.1. By Product Type
6.2.2. By Form
6.2.3. By Mode of Application
6.2.4. By Crop Type
6.2.5. By Country
6.3. North America: Country Analysis
6.3.1. United States Nematicides Market Outlook
6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
6.3.1.1.1. By Value
6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.3.1.2.1. By Product Type
6.3.1.2.2. By Form
6.3.1.2.3. By Mode of Application
6.3.1.2.4. By Crop Type
6.3.2. Canada Nematicides Market Outlook
6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
6.3.2.1.1. By Value
6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.3.2.2.1. By Product Type
6.3.2.2.2. By Form
6.3.2.2.3. By Mode of Application
6.3.2.2.4. By Crop Type
6.3.3. Mexico Nematicides Market Outlook
6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
6.3.3.1.1. By Value
6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.3.3.2.1. By Product Type
6.3.3.2.2. By Form
6.3.3.2.3. By Mode of Application
6.3.3.2.4. By Crop Type
7. Europe Nematicides Market Outlook
7.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.1.1. By Value
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.2.1. By Product Type
7.2.2. By Form
7.2.3. By Mode of Application
7.2.4. By Crop Type
7.2.5. By Country
7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
7.3.1. Germany Nematicides Market Outlook
7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.3.1.1.1. By Value
7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.3.1.2.1. By Product Type
7.3.1.2.2. By Form
7.3.1.2.3. By Mode of Application
7.3.1.2.4. By Crop Type
7.3.2. France Nematicides Market Outlook
7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.3.2.1.1. By Value
7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.3.2.2.1. By Product Type
7.3.2.2.2. By Form
7.3.2.2.3. By Mode of Application
7.3.2.2.4. By Crop Type
7.3.3. United Kingdom Nematicides Market Outlook
7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.3.3.1.1. By Value
7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.3.3.2.1. By Product Type
7.3.3.2.2. By Form
7.3.3.2.3. By Mode of Application
7.3.3.2.4. By Crop Type
7.3.4. Italy Nematicides Market Outlook
7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.3.4.1.1. By Value
7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.3.4.2.1. By Product Type
7.3.4.2.2. By Form
7.3.4.2.3. By Mode of Application
7.3.4.2.4. By Crop Type
7.3.5. Spain Nematicides Market Outlook
7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.3.5.1.1. By Value
7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.3.5.2.1. By Product Type
7.3.5.2.2. By Form
7.3.5.2.3. By Mode of Application
7.3.5.2.4. By Crop Type
8. Asia-Pacific Nematicides Market Outlook
8.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.1.1. By Value
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.2.1. By Product Type
8.2.2. By Form
8.2.3. By Mode of Application
8.2.4. By Crop Type
8.2.5. By Country
8.3. Asia-Pacific: Country Analysis
8.3.1. China Nematicides Market Outlook
8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.3.1.1.1. By Value
8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.3.1.2.1. By Product Type
8.3.1.2.2. By Form
8.3.1.2.3. By Mode of Application
8.3.1.2.4. By Crop Type
8.3.2. India Nematicides Market Outlook
8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.3.2.1.1. By Value
8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.3.2.2.1. By Product Type
8.3.2.2.2. By Form
8.3.2.2.3. By Mode of Application
8.3.2.2.4. By Crop Type
8.3.3. Japan Nematicides Market Outlook
8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.3.3.1.1. By Value
8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.3.3.2.1. By Product Type
8.3.3.2.2. By Form
8.3.3.2.3. By Mode of Application
8.3.3.2.4. By Crop Type
8.3.4. South Korea Nematicides Market Outlook
8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.3.4.1.1. By Value
8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.3.4.2.1. By Product Type
8.3.4.2.2. By Form
8.3.4.2.3. By Mode of Application
8.3.4.2.4. By Crop Type
8.3.5. Australia Nematicides Market Outlook
8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.3.5.1.1. By Value
8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.3.5.2.1. By Product Type
8.3.5.2.2. By Form
8.3.5.2.3. By Mode of Application
8.3.5.2.4. By Crop Type
9. Middle East & Africa Nematicides Market Outlook
9.1. Market Size & Forecast
9.1.1. By Value
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
9.2.1. By Product Type
9.2.2. By Form
9.2.3. By Mode of Application
9.2.4. By Crop Type
9.2.5. By Country
9.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis
9.3.1. Saudi Arabia Nematicides Market Outlook
9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
9.3.1.1.1. By Value
9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
9.3.1.2.1. By Product Type
9.3.1.2.2. By Form
9.3.1.2.3. By Mode of Application
9.3.1.2.4. By Crop Type
9.3.2. UAE Nematicides Market Outlook
9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
9.3.2.1.1. By Value
9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
9.3.2.2.1. By Product Type
9.3.2.2.2. By Form
9.3.2.2.3. By Mode of Application
9.3.2.2.4. By Crop Type
9.3.3. South Africa Nematicides Market Outlook
9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
9.3.3.1.1. By Value
9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
9.3.3.2.1. By Product Type
9.3.3.2.2. By Form
9.3.3.2.3. By Mode of Application
9.3.3.2.4. By Crop Type
10. South America Nematicides Market Outlook
10.1. Market Size & Forecast
10.1.1. By Value
10.2. Market Share & Forecast
10.2.1. By Product Type
10.2.2. By Form
10.2.3. By Mode of Application
10.2.4. By Crop Type
10.2.5. By Country
10.3. South America: Country Analysis
10.3.1. Brazil Nematicides Market Outlook
10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
10.3.1.1.1. By Value
10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
10.3.1.2.1. By Product Type
10.3.1.2.2. By Form
10.3.1.2.3. By Mode of Application
10.3.1.2.4. By Crop Type
10.3.2. Colombia Nematicides Market Outlook
10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
10.3.2.1.1. By Value
10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
10.3.2.2.1. By Product Type
10.3.2.2.2. By Form
10.3.2.2.3. By Mode of Application
10.3.2.2.4. By Crop Type
10.3.3. Argentina Nematicides Market Outlook
10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
10.3.3.1.1. By Value
10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
10.3.3.2.1. By Product Type
10.3.3.2.2. By Form
10.3.3.2.3. By Mode of Application
10.3.3.2.4. By Crop Type
11. Market Dynamics
11.1. Drivers
11.2. Challenges
12. Market Trends & Developments
12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)
12.2. Product Launches (If Any)
12.3. Recent Developments
13. Global Nematicides Market: SWOT Analysis
14. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
14.1. Competition in the Industry
14.2. Potential of New Entrants
14.3. Power of Suppliers
14.4. Power of Customers
14.5. Threat of Substitute Products
15. Competitive Landscape
15.1. American Vanguard Corporation
15.1.1. Business Overview
15.1.2. Products & Services
15.1.3. Recent Developments
15.1.4. Key Personnel
15.1.5. SWOT Analysis
15.2. BASF SE
15.3. Bayer AG
15.4. Corteva, Inc.
15.5. Syngenta Crop Protection AG
15.6. FMC Corporation
15.7. UPL Limited
15.8. Isagro SpA
15.9. Pro Farm Group Inc.
15.10. Nufarm Limited
16. Strategic Recommendations17. About the Publisher & Disclaimer

Companies Mentioned

The companies profiled in this Nematicides market report include:
  • American Vanguard Corporation
  • BASF SE
  • Bayer AG
  • Corteva, Inc.
  • Syngenta Crop Protection AG
  • FMC Corporation
  • UPL Limited
  • Isagro SpA
  • Pro Farm Group Inc.
  • Nufarm Limited

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