Post-Harvest Treatment Market Report 2025

The post-harvest treatment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.73 billion in 2024 to $1.89 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to knowledge sharing and research, prolonged shelf life requirements, reduction of post-harvest losses, market demand for quality produce, sustainable and eco-friendly solutions.

The post-harvest treatment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.69 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to economic trends and investments, investment in research and development, increasing pest and disease control needs, rising quality standards, global supply chain expansion. Major trends in the forecast period include resilience to climate change, consumer preferences for freshness, sustainability and waste reduction, integrated pest management, robotics and automation.

An upsurge in awareness regarding post-harvest treatments is anticipated to drive the growth of the post-harvest treatment market. Post-harvest treatment involves processes aimed at reducing spoilage and enhancing the appearance and marketability of harvested crops. These treatments are commonly applied in the fresh fruit market after crop harvesting, starting from the moment the crops are removed from the ground. Governments are actively showing interest in promoting post-harvest techniques, with several initiatives taken to improve these practices across various states. For instance, in September 2022, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) allocated an additional $155 million in supplementary funding to the USDA Healthy Food Financing Initiative program, as reported by the Federation of American Scientists, a US-based nonprofit organization. Consequently, the growing awareness of post-harvest treatment contributes to the expansion of the post-harvest treatment market.

The expanding global population is expected to be a driving factor for the growth of the post-harvest treatment market in the foreseeable future. The term 'population' refers to the total number of individuals residing in a specific area, region, or country, reflecting demographic growth. Post-harvest treatment plays a crucial role in ensuring food security for a growing population by mitigating post-harvest losses, extending shelf life, and preserving the nutritional quality of harvested crops. These efforts contribute to the establishment of an efficient and sustainable food supply chain. As reported by the United Nations, a US-based intergovernmental organization, the world's population is projected to increase by nearly 2 billion people over the next 30 years, reaching 9.7 billion by 2050 from the current 8 billion. Hence, the rising global population is a significant driver of the post-harvest treatment market's growth.

The strategic collaboration between companies is emerging as a key trend in the post-harvest treatment market. Businesses involved in post-harvest treatment are increasingly forming partnerships and collaborations to drive innovation in technologies and products. An example of such collaboration is the renewed partnership between Chrysal International B.V., a US-based agricultural company, and Syngenta AG. This collaboration focuses on the Alesco post-harvest treatment, an economical solution that extends the longevity of flowers and enhances shelf life by up to three weeks, depending on various factors such as the variety and environmental conditions.

Major players in the post-harvest treatment market are also emphasizing the introduction of post-harvest fungicides to gain a competitive advantage. Post-harvest fungicides are substances applied to harvested crops or stored produce to prevent or control fungal growth, decay, and spoilage during storage and transportation. They play a crucial role in preserving the quality of agricultural products and extending their shelf life. For instance, Syngenta AG recently launched Archive, a new post-harvest fungicide designed specifically for potatoes. Archive, a pre-mix fungicide, employs two unique modes of action through its active ingredients, Fludioxonil and Azoxystrobin, providing robust protection against silver scurf and Fusarium dry rot diseases.

In March 2024, AgroFresh Solutions, Inc., a U.S.-based provider of post-harvest solutions, acquired Pace International, LLC, for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to enhance AgroFresh's product offerings and broaden its market reach within the fresh produce industry. Pace International, LLC is a U.S.-based company specializing in chemical manufacturing.

Major companies operating in the post-harvest treatment market include DowDuPont Inc., Bayer AG, Syngenta Group, Isolcell S.p.A., AgriCoat NatureSeal Ltd, Food Freshly Pvt Ltd., Nufarm Ltd., JBT Corporation, TOMRA Sorting Solutions Corp, Apeel Sciences Inc., AgroFresh Solution ltd., Decco U.S. Post-Harvest Inc., Valent BioSciences LLC, Certis USA LLC, Citrosol S.A, Bioconservacion S.A., Pace International LLC, Cultiva Solutions LLC, Xeda International S.A.S, Fomesa Fruitech S.A, Post Harvest Solution Ltd., Futureco Bioscience S.A, Sufresca S.P.A, Ceradis B.V.

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

Post-harvest treatment encompasses various processes applied to products before storage, aiming to reduce spoilage and enhance appearance and marketability. This treatment is particularly relevant for fresh fruits and vegetables, involving methods such as degrading, curing, wax coating, and the application of growth regulators. These treatments also prove effective in minimizing cooling damage during refrigerated storage.

The main types of post-harvest treatments are coating, ethylene blockers, fungicides, cleaners, sanitizers, and sprout inhibitors. Coatings are used in post-harvest treatments such as surface coating, heat treatments, irradiation, and ethylene to improve vitamin C retention during storage of citrus fruits. The coating of fruits will keep fruits fresh for longer periods of time. Post-harvest treatments are applied to fruits and vegetables.

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The post-harvest treatment market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing pasteurization and freezing. 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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