Herbicide Market - Forecasts from 2025 to 2030

The herbicide market is expected to grow at a CAGR of5.45%, reaching a market size of US$63.677billion in 2030 from US$48.829billion in 2025.

Herbicides are regarded as critical components in the modern agriculture industry, and they are expected to grow in the coming years owing to multiple factors. They are powerful agents meant to reduce or eliminate unwanted plant growth. They are imperative in agricultural landscapes or gardens since they enable the growth of desired plants and full utilization of farmland.

Herbicide market drivers

Rising demand for Herbicides by type

Herbicides can be divided into two broad categories: selective and non-selective herbicides. Selective herbicides target only certain species of plants whole, sparing others. These herbicides are often used in row-crop farming to manage weeds without damaging crops or desirable vegetation. Non-selective herbicides kill any plant materialthey come into contact with; hence, they are often used for clearing wastelands or industrial sites. Their methods of application include spraying onto foliage, applying to soils, or directly to aquatic systems, each with its ownmode of action, such as inhibiting cell division, photosynthesis, amino acid production, or mimicking natural plant hormones.

There are a few reasons why herbicides are in demand. Among them is the need to produce more food for the ever-increasing world population and the availability of demanding standards for agricultural products. Herbicides are very important, especially in commercial farming practices like row crops, where they increase efficiency by preventing or remediating the growth of weeds. They also play a crucial role in forest management and urban landscaping, such as lawns and parks. The industry is witnessing an increasing trend towards eco-friendly organic herbicides that contain plant-derived concentrates like citric acid or vinegar, which are less hazardous to the environment.

Herbicide market geographical outlook

Asia-Pacific region to dominate the herbicide market during the forecast period.

The major economies like China, Japan, India, and South Korea dominate the Asia-Pacific region. Some of the fastest-growing emerging economies are from this region, such as ASEAN countries.

These countries are equipped with vast areas of agricultural land with growing populations that demand higher food production. In China, the plantation of genetically modified (GM) crops resistant to some herbicides has reassessed the market situation. From this, the farmers can take thehelp of herbicides more efficiently without damaging their crops. This is evident in India, wherein effective weed management in high-value cash crops like sugarcane is crucial, and improper weed control can lead to significant yield loss.

Consumer awareness and environmental issues have been the primary drivers for the adoption of bioherbicides and sustainable agriculture practices. Organic farming methods, which further stimulate bioherbicides with minimal damage to ecosystems, are gaining popularity at an increasing rate. Finally, precision agriculture advancements, including AI detection of herbs and the consequent precisely targeted application of herbicides, help increaseefficiency in applying herbicides while minimizing these negative impacts and waste in the environment.

So far, soil application is the leading method in the Asia-Pacific herbicide market. The method has proven efficient for early-season weed control purposes and remains critical for the healthy establishment of crops. However, farmers are becoming more aware of herbicides in crop yield improvement and effective management of resistance so that demand will continue to increase further.

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The herbicide market is segmented and analyzed as follows:

By Type

• Selective Herbicides
• Non-Selection Herbicides

By Application

• Chemigation
• Foliar
• Fumigation
• Soil Treatment

By Crop Type

• Commercial Crops
• Fruits & Vegetables
• Grains & Cereals
• Pulses & Oilseeds
• Turf & Ornamental

By Geography

• North America
• South America
• Europe
• Middle East and Africa
• Asia-Pacific