Satellite Data Service for Agriculture Market Report 2026

The satellite data service for agriculture market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $6 billion in 2025 to $6.88 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to early adoption of remote sensing in large farms, initial government investment in agricultural satellite programs, growing awareness of crop monitoring benefits, limited access to ground-based analytics, traditional reliance on manual field scouting.

The satellite data service for agriculture market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $11.8 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing need for climate-resilient farming insights, rising demand for automated geospatial analytics, expansion of satellite coverage in rural areas, growing integration of AI with satellite datasets, shift toward data-driven precision agriculture. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand for weather-integrated satellite advisory services, expansion of satellite-enabled risk assessment for crop insurance, increased adoption of farm-level geospatial decision-support solutions, growth in precision input planning based on satellite vegetation analytics, development of satellite-based early pest and disease warning systems.

The increasing adoption of precision agriculture is expected to drive growth in the satellite data service market for agriculture. Precision agriculture involves using data-driven tools and techniques to manage field variability and optimize inputs such as seeds, fertilizers, and water. Its rising popularity stems from its ability to enhance crop yields while minimizing resource waste. Satellite data services play a crucial role in supporting precision agriculture by delivering timely, field-specific insights such as crop health monitoring, soil moisture evaluation, yield forecasting, and vegetation mapping. These insights help farmers make informed, site-specific decisions. For example, in July 2024, the Mississippi Soybean Promotion Board reported that the percentage of farms using variable rate technology (VRT) for any input increased from 2.8% to 4.9% over three years. This growing recognition of precision agriculture’s advantages is fueling demand for satellite data services in the agricultural sector.

Leading companies in the satellite data service market for agriculture are advancing remote sensing technologies to improve the monitoring of crop conditions, soil properties, and environmental factors without physical contact. Remote sensing involves gathering information about the Earth’s surface and atmosphere from a distance using satellites, drones, or aircraft. For example, in March 2023, InnerPlant, a U.S.-based tech company, partnered with Satellogic Inc., an Earth observation firm, to launch a project focused on detecting human-made crop signals from space. This technology offers unprecedented accuracy by identifying subtle indicators such as fertilizer application, water usage, and soil changes that traditional imaging methods cannot detect. It enables real-time monitoring of input efficiency, crop stress, and sustainability compliance over large areas. This innovation helps farmers optimize resources, minimize environmental impact, and boost yields, while also providing governments and agribusinesses with reliable data for policy enforcement and supply chain transparency.

In June 2023, Hydrosat, a U.S.-based geospatial analytics software company, acquired IrriWatch for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition allows Hydrosat to integrate IrriWatch’s satellite-based irrigation analytics platform with its own thermal imagery and crop forecasting tools, creating a comprehensive solution that helps farmers worldwide improve yields and conserve water in the face of climate and sustainability challenges. IrriWatch, based in the Netherlands, develops software tools focused on managing soil and crop irrigation to enhance crop productivity and reduce water waste.

Major companies operating in the satellite data service for agriculture market are Airbus SE, Planet Labs PBC, EOS Data Analytics Inc., Pixxel Space Technologies, CropX Inc., Ceres Imaging Inc., SatSure Analytics Pvt. Ltd., OneSoil AG, Kermap, AgroScout, Earth-i Ltd, SI Imaging Services (SIIS), DataFarming, Farmonaut, FarmQA, Agricolus Srl, Avant Global LLC, Esper Satellite Imagery, Agremo, FarmiSpace.

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 satellite components, ground-station equipment, and data processing hardware have increased operational costs for satellite data service providers, slowing deployment in cost-sensitive agricultural markets, particularly across Asia-Pacific and Latin America. Mapping, crop monitoring, and weather-data platforms relying on imported sensors and communication modules are most affected. However, tariffs have encouraged the growth of domestic satellite manufacturing and local analytics providers, creating opportunities for regional players and reducing dependence on foreign supply chains.

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Satellite data service for agriculture involves using satellite remote sensing and geospatial technologies to gather, process, and deliver data that supports farming activities. This service aims to boost farm productivity, optimize resource use, minimize risks, and promote sustainable agricultural practices.

Key types of satellite services in this market include optical satellite imagery, radar satellite imagery, multispectral and hyperspectral imagery, infrared imaging, and gridded weather data. Optical satellite imagery captures Earth images using sensors that detect visible and near-visible light, functioning similarly to a camera from space. Deployment options range from cloud-based services to on-premise and hybrid solutions. Satellite data processing features often include data compression and storage, real-time processing, analytical tools, visualization solutions, and integration of machine learning and artificial intelligence. Applications cover areas such as mapping, monitoring vegetation and crop health, managing crop yields, and more. The end users span farmers and agricultural producers, agricultural consultants, government and regulatory agencies, research and educational institutions, and agri-tech companies.North America was the largest region in the satellite data service for agriculture market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the satellite data service for agriculture market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the satellite data service for agriculture market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The satellite data service for agriculture market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as crop monitoring and yield forecasting, soil moisture mapping, precision irrigation advisory, vegetation health analysis, and satellite-based pest and disease detection. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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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