Farm Inputs Market Report 2026

The farm inputs market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $343.49 billion in 2025 to $357.23 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing fertilizer consumption, rising mechanized farming, early adoption of hybrid seeds, growth in pesticide usage, expansion of irrigated land.

The farm inputs market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $421.94 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for sustainable inputs, growth in agri-tech adoption, increasing investment in high-efficiency equipment, shift toward bio-based fertilizers, growing focus on climate-resilient agriculture. Major trends in the forecast period include growing demand for high-quality crop inputs, rising adoption of organic and eco-friendly inputs, increasing mechanization in farming, expansion of precision-based input utilization, growing focus on soil health and productivity.

The increasing demand for food production is expected to drive the growth of the farm inputs market. This heightened demand arises from a growing global population and the need for diverse and sustainable food sources to ensure food security and nutritional health. Farm inputs, including seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, water, and machinery, play a crucial role in boosting food production by enhancing crop yields, protecting against pests and diseases, and improving farming efficiency. For example, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) reported in July 2024 that productivity in the food chain rose by 2%, while the overall economy saw a 2.6% increase. The total gross value added by the food chain reached $175.45 billion (£132.9 billion), with catering contributing the most at $57.3 billion (£43.4 billion) and wholesaling the least at $21.92 billion (£16.6 billion). Thus, the increasing need for food production is fueling the growth of the farm inputs market.

Key players in the farm inputs market are focusing on developing advanced plant protection solutions, such as high-end insecticides, to boost agricultural productivity and sustainability. High-end insecticides are premium pest control products that offer superior efficacy and features compared to standard options. For instance, in July 2023, Syngenta India Private Limited, an agrichemical company based in India, introduced Incipio and Simodi, designed for crops such as paddy, cotton, and vegetables throughout India, utilizing innovative PLINAZOLIN technology. These insecticides provide broad-spectrum, long-lasting control against pests such as stem borers, leaffolders, and lepidopteran insects, thereby improving crop yields and quality while reducing the frequency of applications and overall costs for farmers.

In August 2024, PI Industries Limited, an Indian agri-sciences firm, acquired Plant Health Care Plc for $43.27 million (£32.78 million). This acquisition supports PI Industries' strategic objectives and enhances its position in the agricultural sector by leveraging Plant Health Care Plc's expertise and market presence, particularly in biological or peptide technology platforms and plant immunity inducers. Plant Health Care Plc is a UK-based company specializing in agricultural biological inputs.

Major companies operating in the farm inputs market are Koch Industries Inc., BASF SE, Saudi Basic Industries Corporation, Nutrien Ltd., Yara International ASA, Sumitomo Chemical Company Limited, The Mosaic Company, Cortev Inc., DowDuPont Inc., Syngenta Group AG, CF Industries Holding Inc., ICL Group Ltd., OCI Nitrogen B.V, Borealis AG, Sinochem International Corporation, Lanxess AG, K+S AG, UPL Limited, FMC Corporation, EuroChem Group AG, Coromandel International Limited, Nufarm Limited, PI Industries Limited, 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 on fertilizers, agrochemicals, and farm machinery components have raised production and procurement costs, particularly impacting regions dependent on imported inputs such as Asia-Pacific and Latin America. Higher tariffs slow adoption among small and mid-sized farmers while large enterprises adjust through diversified sourcing. However, tariffs also encourage domestic manufacturing of farm inputs, potentially strengthening local supply chains and promoting innovation in sustainable and cost-effective input solutions.

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Farm inputs encompass the resources and materials utilized in agriculture to boost crop yields and livestock productivity. These include labor, technology, and capital investments, all of which are essential for managing and expanding farming operations effectively.

Key types of farm inputs consist of fertilizers, seeds, pesticides, plant growth regulators, soil conditioners, and farming equipment. Fertilizers, whether organic or synthetic, are substances added to soil or plants to deliver vital nutrients and foster healthy growth, typically containing elements such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. These inputs support various agricultural tasks, including plowing, cultivating, sowing, planting, plant protection, fertilizing, harvesting, and threshing, and are used across diverse applications by large enterprises, farmers, retailers, and research institutions.North America was the largest region in the farm inputs market in 2025. The regions covered in the farm inputs market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the farm inputs market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The farm inputs market consists of sales of irrigation systems, animal feed, pesticides, and machinery. 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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