Glyphosate Market Report 2025

The glyphosate market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $10.92 billion in 2024 to $11.89 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to introduction of genetically modified (GM) crops, increased agricultural productivity, rise in no-till farming practices, global expansion of agriculture, cost-effectiveness and versatility.

The glyphosate market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $17.11 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to emergence of alternative weed control methods, stringent regulations and environmental concerns, increased adoption of precision agriculture, shift towards sustainable agriculture, public awareness and consumer preferences. Major trends in the forecast period include technological advancements in herbicides, shift towards sustainable agriculture, resistance management strategies, increasing adoption of genetically modified (GM) crops, regulatory scrutiny and bans.

Rising demand for fertilizers is expected to drive growth in the glyphosate market. As the global population continues to increase, there will be a greater need for food, water, and agricultural products, prompting farmers to adopt modern agricultural techniques to maximize yields and profitability. To support crop growth and protection, farmers are utilizing higher quantities of fertilizers. For instance, according to the International Fertilizer Association, a global organization based in Paris, worldwide fertilizer consumption was projected to rebound by 4% in 2023, reaching 192.5 million metric tons. Therefore, the rising demand for fertilizers is anticipated to stimulate the glyphosate market.

The growth of the glyphosate market is propelled by the increasing population and demand for food. Glyphosate, a key component in modern agriculture, enhances crop yields and ensures efficient weed control, addressing the rising demand for food. In December 2023, the U.S. Census Bureau reported a population increase of 1.6 million people in the U.S., signaling a 0.5% growth in 2023. This population growth underscores the global need for sustainable agricultural solutions, driving the glyphosate market.

Major companies are adopting a strategic partnerships approach to invest in innovative solutions and expand market options for farmers. In August 2022, Corteva Agriscience partnered with BASF SE to develop future herbicide-tolerant soybeans and complementary herbicides for farmers in North America and beyond. This collaboration includes traits conferring tolerance to BASF's Liberty and PPO inhibiting herbicides, as well as Corteva's Enlist herbicides, glyphosate, and a novel herbicide mode of action currently in development at BASF.

Major companies are focusing on product innovation, particularly advanced herbicide-tolerant glyphosate trait technology designed to provide enhanced weed control and a wider application window. Herbicide-tolerant glyphosate trait technology involves incorporating genetic traits into crops to impart resistance or tolerance to the herbicide glyphosate. For instance, in February 2023, Corteva Agriscience, a US-based global agriculture company, launched Optimum GLY canola, featuring advanced herbicide-tolerant trait technology for canola. This product boasts proprietary glyphosate traits, ensuring improved weed control, a broader application window, and increased flexibility for farmers.

In March 2023, Albaugh, a U.S.-based crop protection company specializing in the development, production, and marketing of agricultural products and services, acquired Corteva Agriscience for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition enables Albaugh to expand its product portfolio, offering farmers a wider array of effective weed management solutions. Corteva Agriscience, also a U.S.-based company, manufactures a diverse range of agricultural products, including crop protection chemicals like glyphosate.

Major companies operating in the glyphosate market include Sinochem Corporation Limited, BASF SE, Dow AgroSciences LLC, Syngenta Group AG, Bayer CropScience AG, Corteva Agriscience LLC, UPL Limited, Food Machinery and Chemical Corporation, Adama Agricultural Solutions Ltd., Luxi Chemical Group Co. Ltd., Nufarm Limited, Zhejiang XinAn Chemical Industrial Group Co. Ltd., Wynca Group Limited, King Quenson Industry Co. Ltd., Hubei Sanjiang Fine Chemical Co. Ltd., Nantong Jiangshan Agrochemical & Chemicals Co. Ltd., Anhui Huaxing Chemical Industry Co. Ltd., Fuhua Group Co. Ltd., American Vanguard Corporation, Jiangsu Good Harvest-Weien Agrochemical Co. Ltd., Excel Crop Care Limited, Willowood Industries Limited, Jiangsu Xinyu Agrochemical Co. Ltd., Anhui Zhongnong Chemical Co. Ltd., Sinoharvest Corporation, Shandong Lvye Chemical Co. Ltd., Shandong Lianfeng Pesticide Co. Ltd., Henan Yuxing Agrochemical Co. Ltd., Jiangsu Huaxing Chemical Co. Ltd., Shandong Shuangfeng Chemical Co. Ltd.

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

Glyphosate is employed in the agriculture industry to control weeds in various crops, including grains, pulses, cereals, fruits, tubers, vegetables, and others. This low-toxicity chemical formulation is effective for weed control, applied directly to leaves and absorbed by plants as nutrients.

Glyphosate predominantly impacts both genetically modified crops and conventional crops. Genetically modified crops refer to plants in which DNA is inserted into the organism's genome. Conventional crops, on the other hand, involve the use of pesticides and other chemicals to achieve the highest possible yield. Glyphosates are employed in various types of crops, including grains and cereals, pulses and oilseeds, fruits and vegetables, commercial crops, and others.

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The glyphosate market consists of sales of glyphosate formulations including diammonium salt and trimethylsulfonium or trimesium salt. 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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