Biodegradable Mulch Films Market Report 2025

This Biodegradable Mulch Films market report provides a comprehensive analysis of the market’s characteristics, size, and growth, including segmentation, regional and country-level breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends, and strategies. It also tracks historical and forecasted market growth across various geographies.

The biodegradable mulch films market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $47.87 billion in 2024 to $52.12 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing consumer demand for organic and sustainably grown produce, the rise in global population has increased the demand for food, the increasing adoption of bio-based products, the high demand for starch as a key component in biodegradable materials, and the need for high crop yield.

The biodegradable mulch films market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $72.52 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to environmental awareness and concerns about plastic pollution, the expansion of organic farming practices, the adoption of sustainability initiatives, the ongoing need to enhance crop yields and agricultural productivity, and future economic incentives and subsidies for sustainable farming practices. Major trends in the forecast period include advancements in manufacturing processes that reduce the cost of producing biodegradable mulch films, the development of new and improved biodegradable polymers, increased use of bio-based materials, the integration of smart technologies, and the and the development of biodegradable films reinforced with natural fibers.

The growing demand for organic food crops is expected to drive the expansion of the biodegradable mulch film market. Organic food crops are cultivated without the use of synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, or genetically modified organisms, relying instead on natural processes and sustainable farming methods. The rise in organic food crop production is driven by increasing consumer demand for healthier, pesticide-free food options, as well as greater awareness of environmental sustainability. Biodegradable mulch films serve as eco-friendly alternatives that align with organic farming principles, improving soil health, suppressing weed growth, and minimizing environmental impact. For example, in May 2023, according to the UK Government, the total area of land farmed organically in the UK reached 509 thousand hectares in 2022, a 0.4% increase compared to 2021. As a result, the rising demand for organic food crops is contributing to the growth of the biodegradable mulch film market.

Key players in the biodegradable mulch film sector are innovating sustainable alternatives, such as compostable kraft paper mulch, to expand their product offerings and enhance brand visibility. Compostable kraft paper mulch is an environmentally friendly mulching material crafted from kraft paper that naturally decomposes, fostering soil health and supporting sustainability initiatives. For example, Mondi Plc collaborated with Cotesi S.A. in October 2023 to introduce Advantage Kraft Mulch, a sustainable alternative to traditional plastic mulch films used in agriculture. Crafted entirely from responsibly sourced 100% kraft paper, this innovative product offers farmers an eco-friendly solution for crop protection against birds, weeds, soil erosion, sunlight, and rainfall. With certification for industrial compostability (DIN EN 13432), it delivers comparable crop protection to plastic mulch films while promoting environmental stewardship.

In October 2023, Versalis, the chemical division of the Italian energy company Eni, acquired Novamont S.p.A. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition allows Versalis to strengthen its presence in the renewable chemistry sector and expand its portfolio in producing environmentally friendly products. Novamont S.p.A., based in Italy, is known for developing biodegradable and compostable bioplastics, including products like mulch films.

Major companies operating in the biodegradable mulch films market are BASF SE, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, Berry Global Group, Mondi Group, Kuraray Co. Ltd., Napco National, RKW Group, Plastika Kritis S.A., Kingfa Sci & Tech Co. Ltd., Ginegar Plastic Products Ltd., Profol GmbH, Armando Alvarez Group, PolyExpert inc., Dubois Agrinovation, Novamont S.p.A., AL-PACK Enterprises Ltd., Agriplast Tech India Pvt Ltd, Barbier Group, Polythene UK Ltd, FKuR Kunststoff GmbH, BioBag International AS, Organix Solutions, Balson Polyplast Private Limited, FilmOrganic Inc., Coverfields, EcoWhizz SA Ltd., Fujian Greenjoy Biomaterial Co. Ltd., Fortune Multipak.

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

Biodegradable mulch films are agricultural coverings crafted from materials that naturally decompose in the environment. Employed in agriculture to envelop the soil surrounding plants, they aid in weed suppression, moisture retention, and temperature regulation. Simultaneously, they decompose over time, diminishing plastic waste and enhancing soil health.

The primary types of plastics used in biodegradable mulch films include thermoplastic starch (TPS), aliphatic-aromatic copolyesters (AAC), and controlled degradation masterbatches. Thermoplastic starch (TPS), derived from natural starch sources such as corn, potato, and wheat, is widely utilized due to its cost-effectiveness and environmental advantages. Mulch film compositions may encompass starch, starch blended with polylactic acid (PLA), and starch blended with polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA), serving various end users in horticulture and agriculture.

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The biodegradable mulch films market consists of sales of polyester films, blend films, cellulose-based films. 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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