Agriculture Bactericides Market Report 2026

The agriculture bactericides market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $10.72 billion in 2025 to $11.28 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rise in bacterial crop diseases, early adoption of copper compounds, increasing reliance on chemical treatments, growth in fruit and vegetable farming, demand for higher crop yields.

The agriculture bactericides market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $13.7 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to shift toward eco-friendly bactericides, rising need for resistance management, expansion of precision application methods, growing use of bio-based solutions, increased focus on food safety standards. Major trends in the forecast period include rising adoption of copper-based bactericides in high-value crops, growing use of plant extract-based and bio-bactericides, expansion of liquid formulations for better crop penetration, increasing demand for bactericide rotation to reduce resistance, growth in preventive disease management practices.

The increasing demand for agricultural products is expected to drive the growth of the agriculture bactericide market. Agricultural demand refers to the total need for farm products, driven by factors such as consumption, population growth, and economic conditions. This growing demand is fueled by factors such as population growth, rising income levels, and shifting dietary patterns. As the global population continues to grow, there is an increased need for food production to ensure a sufficient supply. Agricultural bactericides play a key role in meeting this demand by protecting crops from bacterial diseases, improving yields, and supporting food security. For example, in January 2025, the United States Department of Agriculture, a US-based federal executive department, reported that U.S. agricultural exports increased by $1.8 billion in 2024, representing a 1% rise compared to 2023. As a result, the rising agricultural demand is driving the growth of the agriculture bactericide market.

Key players in the agriculture bactericide market are focusing on advancements in bactericide formulations, such as biological crop protection products, to improve disease management while minimizing chemical residues and environmental impact. Biological crop protection solutions use natural organisms or plant-derived compounds, such as microbes or extracts, to manage pests and diseases in an environmentally sustainable way. For example, in October 2024, BioConsortia, Inc., a U.S.-based biotechnology company, received approval from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (US-EPA) for its Amara bio fungicide/bactericide. This biological crop protection product is designed to control foliar diseases in high-value fruits and vegetables. Amara works through a dual mechanism beneficial bacteria produce antimicrobial compounds that break down fungal pathogen cells while also boosting the plant's systemic resistance. This ensures effective disease control and suppression of harmful organisms, offering greater consistency and effectiveness than current biological solutions. The approval marks a significant achievement for BioConsortia and highlights its commitment to sustainable agriculture by offering an alternative to synthetic chemical fungicides, with improved residue management and environmental stability.

In July 2023, Biobest, a Belgium-based provider of biological control and pollination solutions for sustainable agriculture, acquired BioWorks for an undisclosed sum. Through this acquisition, Biobest aims to reinforce its presence in the North American market and expand its range of biopesticides and biostimulants for sustainable crop protection. BioWorks, based in the US, specializes in biopesticides and biofertilizers, providing agricultural bactericides.

Major companies operating in the agriculture bactericides market are BASF SE, Syngenta Crop Protection AG, Bayer Crop Science AG, Sumitomo Chemical Company Ltd., Corteva Agriscience, Sinochem International Corporation, FMC Corporation, Adama Agricultural Solutions Ltd., UPL Limited, Albaugh LLC, Shandong Weifang Rainbow Chemical Co., Arysta LifeScience, Isagro S.p.A., Biostadt India Limited, Koppert Biological Systems, Indofil Industries Limited, Valent BioSciences, Marrone Bio Innovations, Certis Biologicals, BioSafe Systems, Nufarm Agriculture Inc., Qingdao KingAgroot Chemical Company.

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 impacting the agricultural bactericides market by increasing the cost of imported chemical ingredients, formulation agents, and manufacturing equipment, leading to higher production expenses for copper-based and synthetic bactericides. Regions dependent on chemical imports particularly Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Europe face the biggest challenges, especially in segments such as copper hydroxide, streptomycin-based, and dithiocarbamate bactericides. However, tariffs can also stimulate domestic production, encourage regional formulation facilities, and support the growth of local bio-based bactericide suppliers, contributing to long-term market stability.

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Agricultural bactericides are chemical agents designed to control bacterial diseases in crops and plants. These substances help inhibit the growth and spread of harmful bacteria that can damage crops, reduce yields, and affect food quality. Typically applied through sprays or soil treatments, agricultural bactericides play a vital role in enhancing food security and promoting healthier harvests.

The primary types of agricultural bactericides include copper-based bactericides, amide bactericides, dithiocarbamate bactericides, and others. Copper-based bactericides utilize copper compounds to protect crops by disrupting microbial processes and preventing bacterial infections. These bactericides are available in both dry and liquid forms and are used for a variety of crop types, including fruits and vegetables, cereals and grains, oilseeds and pulses, among others.Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the agriculture bactericides market in 2025. Europe is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the agriculture bactericides market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the agriculture bactericides market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The agriculture bactericides market consists of sales of streptomycin-based bactericides, kasugamycin-based bactericides, oxytetracycline-based bactericides, gentamicin-based bactericides, and quaternary ammonium compound bactericides. 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.

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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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