Irrigation Automation Market Report 2024

This Irrigation Automation market report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The irrigation automation market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $5.12 billion in 2023 to $6.07 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.5%. The growth during the historic period can be attributed to unpredictable rainfall patterns, increased mechanization in agriculture, greater government support and initiatives, a rise in the adoption of automated irrigation systems, and the growing use of remote control and monitoring technologies.

The irrigation automation market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $12.11 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.9%. The growth during the forecast period can be attributed to rising agricultural productivity, growing demand for advanced irrigation systems, increasing instances of water scarcity, the ongoing water crisis combined with unpredictable rainfall patterns, and increased investment in research and development of automation technology. Major trends include advancements in water conservation solutions, technological innovations, the integration of smart technologies, improvements in irrigation automation techniques, and the development of smart sprinklers.

The growth in agricultural productivity is expected to fuel the expansion of the irrigation automation market. Agricultural productivity is driven by technological advancements, improved farming practices, upgraded irrigation systems, high-yield crop varieties, better pest and disease management, and more efficient use of fertilizers and pesticides. Irrigation automation enhances productivity by optimizing water usage, ensuring consistent and precise irrigation, reducing labor requirements, and improving crop health, which leads to higher yields and more efficient resource use. For example, in December 2023, the Food and Agriculture Organization, a United Nations specialized agency based in Italy, reported that global production of primary crop commodities reached 9.6 billion tonnes in 2022, up from 9.53 billion tonnes in 2021. As a result, the rise in agricultural productivity is driving the growth of the irrigation automation market.

Leading companies in the irrigation automation market are focusing on cutting-edge technologies such as AI-driven precision irrigation systems. These systems optimize water use by making real-time adjustments based on environmental data and crop needs, thereby enhancing crop yields and sustainability. For instance, in April 2022, Viridix, an Israel-based agritech company, introduced its next-generation precision irrigation system featuring AI-based autonomous capabilities. This system uses a root sense soil moisture sensor to provide real-time data on water availability to plant roots, enabling precise irrigation decisions and improving water efficiency, crop yields, and agricultural productivity.

In April 2023, Rivulis Pte. Ltd., an Israel-based micro-irrigation company, acquired Jain Irrigation's International Irrigation Business. This acquisition strengthens Rivulis's position in the irrigation automation market by expanding its product portfolio and integrating Jain's digital farming expertise. The merger allows Rivulis to offer a comprehensive range of advanced irrigation technologies, enhance operational efficiencies, and cater to a broader customer base, thus promoting sustainable agricultural practices. Jain Irrigation Systems, an India-based, known for its advanced automated irrigation solutions, which complement Rivulis's offerings and support the growth of the irrigation automation market.

Major companies operating in the irrigation automation market are The Toro Company, Valmont Industries Inc., Netafim Ltd., Lindsay Corporation, Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd., Hunter Industries Inc., Rivulis Irrigation Ltd., Rain Bird Corporation, Orbit Irrigation Products Inc., HydroPoint Data Systems Inc., Mahindra EPC Irrigation Limited, Weathermatic, Azud, T-L Irrigation Company, Nelson Irrigation Corporation, NaanDanJain irrigation Ltd., Rubicon Water Limited, Galcon Ltd., Calsense, AgriDrip, Growlink Inc., Ranch Systems Inc., Superior Automatic Sprinkler Corporation, Viridix Ltd, AquaSpy Inc.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the irrigation automation market in 2023. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the irrigation automation market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the irrigation automation market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Irrigation automation involves using technology to manage and control the irrigation process automatically, minimizing the need for manual intervention. This technology includes systems that schedule, monitor, and adjust water delivery based on factors like soil moisture, weather conditions, crop type, and growth stage. The primary objectives are to enhance water efficiency, improve crop health, reduce labor costs, and minimize environmental impact by providing the precise amount of water needed at the optimal time.

In the irrigation automation market, the main types of systems include time-based, volume-based, real-time feedback, and computer-based irrigation control systems. Time-based systems operate on a predetermined schedule, delivering water at specific times regardless of current environmental conditions. Components of these systems include controllers, sensors, valves, and sprinklers. Various types of irrigation systems supported include drip, sprinkler, and surface irrigation. The end-users of these technologies span agricultural applications as well as non-agricultural sectors.

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The irrigation automation market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as automated irrigation system installation, maintenance, software integration, remote monitoring, and technical support. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The irrigation automation market also includes sales of pumps, actuators, and communication devices. 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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