Kairomones Global Market Report 2025

The kairomones market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $0.7 billion in 2024 to $0.8 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing demand for sustainable agricultural practices, growing awareness of pesticide-resistant pests, rising adoption of integrated pest management (IPM), strengthening government regulations restricting chemical pesticide use, and expanding research and development efforts in biological pest control technologies.

The kairomones market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.31 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the increasing adoption of precision agriculture technologies, rising demand for organic and residue-free crops, growing investments in research and development, increasing awareness among farmers regarding sustainable and integrated pest management, and expanding regulatory support for biological pest control products. Key trends in the forecast period include the integration of kairomones with existing pest management systems, the adoption of digital monitoring and precision agriculture technologies in kairomone-based applications, and the convergence of biological pest control with crop biostimulants.

The rising adoption of integrated pest management (IPM) is expected to drive the growth of the kairomones market going forward. Integrated pest management (IPM) is a sustainable approach that combines biological, cultural, physical, and chemical methods to control pests in an environmentally responsible manner. The adoption of integrated pest management (IPM) is increasing due to regulatory requirements and growing environmental awareness in developed nations, encouraging farmers and pest control professionals to transition from extensive pesticide use to more integrated and less chemical-intensive pest control practices. The growing use of integrated pest management (IPM) supports the application of kairomones by allowing farmers and pest control professionals to monitor, attract, and manage pest populations more accurately within sustainable and eco-friendly pest management strategies. For instance, in October 2024, according to the Scottish Government, among 22 growers or grower groups with an IPM plan in 2023, either completed independently or with their agronomist, 45% utilized the LEAF plan, 41% followed the Scottish IPM assessment plan, 5% adopted the NFU/VI plan, and 9% were unsure of which plan they had used. Therefore, the rising adoption of integrated pest management (IPM) is driving the growth of the kairomones market.

Key companies operating in the kairomones market are focusing on developing innovative solutions such as environmentally friendly biocontrol technologies to manage pests effectively and minimize chemical pesticide usage. Environmentally friendly biocontrol technologies involve using natural organisms or substances to control pests instead of synthetic chemicals, reducing environmental impact, preserving beneficial insects, and ensuring crop safety. For instance, in January 2024, Bioglobal Holdings Limited, an Australia-based biotechnology company, introduced BioAttract-FAW, an advanced kairomone-based product designed to control fall armyworm populations across Asia. The product attracts both male and female moths, reducing pest generations and providing a cost-effective, sustainable alternative to chemical pesticides. BioAttract-FAW has undergone extensive field trials demonstrating its effectiveness even in challenging conditions, such as low temperatures before overwintering, and is planned for wider commercial rollout globally.

In February 2025, Agriodor SAS, a France-based biotechnology company, acquired Cearitis SAS for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Agriodor SAS aims to strengthen its biocontrol technology portfolio and expand its international presence in sustainable crop protection solutions. Cearitis SAS is a France-based agri-biotechnology company that develops natural pest control systems using kairomones and allomones, which are volatile organic compounds that attract or repel insect pests affecting fruit crops.

Major companies operating in the kairomones market are Koppert Biological Systems B.V., Bioiberica S.A.U., Bedoukian Research Inc., Suterra LLC, Russell IPM Ltd, Palmer Brothers Inc., Trécé Inc., Novagrica Hellas S.A., Pherobank B.V., ISCA Technologies Inc., Synergy Semiochemicals Corp., International Pheromone Systems Ltd, Sanidad Agrícola Econex S.L., Harmony Ecotech Pvt. Ltd., Alpha Scents Inc., ChemTica Internacional S.A., CBC Co. Ltd., Bioglobal Holdings Ltd., Fuji Flavor Co. Ltd., SEDQ Healthy Crops S.L.

North America was the largest region in the kairomones market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in kairomone report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the kairomone market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

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.

The accelerated imposition of U.S. tariffs and the emerging trade conflicts in spring 2025 are significantly influencing the agriculture sector by increasing input costs for seeds, fertilizers, and machinery parts sourced from abroad. Tariffs on imported agrochemicals and farm equipment have raised production expenses for growers, while retaliatory measures from key trading partners have reduced export opportunities for U.S. crops such as corn, wheat, and dairy products. As a result, many farmers are experiencing shrinking profit margins and heightened financial stress. In response, agricultural producers are diversifying crop portfolios, adopting precision farming technologies to reduce input waste, and advocating for government subsidies and market access relief.

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Kairomones are chemical signals released by one species and detected by individuals of another species, typically benefiting the receiver while potentially disadvantaging the emitter. They play an important role in ecological interactions such as predator-prey relationships, where predators rely on these signals to locate their prey. These compounds influence both behavior and physiology, supporting survival and reproduction strategies by eliciting responses such as attraction, avoidance, or developmental changes that enhance the receiver’s adaptability within its environment.

The primary modes of application of kairomones are dispensers and traps. Dispensers are devices designed to gradually emit chemical signals, including kairomones, to effectively attract and manage pest populations. They are applicable across multiple crop categories, including orchard crops, horticultural crops, plantation crops, field crops, floriculture, and others, and serve key functions such as mass trapping, detection and monitoring, mating disruption, and other related purposes.

The kairomone market consists of sales of attractant lures, species-specific bait formulations, slow-release dispensers, and monitoring traps. 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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