農業用界面活性剤の世界市場の評価：タイプ別、基質別、作物タイプ別、用途別、地域別、機会、予測、2017年～2031年

世界の農業用界面活性剤の市場規模は、予測期間の2024年～2031年のCAGRが6.86％となり、2023年の17億5,000万米ドルから2031年には29億7,000万米ドルに成長すると予測されています。環境に優しい農法や高度な作物保護システムに対するニーズがますます高まっていることから、市場の成長が見込まれています。農薬の散布には主に農業用界面活性剤が使用され、散布性、湿潤性、乳化性を高めることで除草剤、殺菌剤、殺虫剤の効果を高めています。耕作可能な土地が少ない地域や食糧安全保障上の課題がある地域では、栽培される作物の収量を高め、害虫駆除をより効率的に行うためにこれらの物質が使用されています。

市場成長の理由としては、人口増加による食糧需要の増加、持続可能な農業へのシフトなどが挙げられます。また、環境に優しいバイオベースの界面活性剤は、再生可能な資源に由来するため、勢いを増しています。とはいえ、化学界面活性剤に関連する環境問題や規制上の制約により、市場の拡大には課題が残る可能性があります。

大手企業は、効率的で持続可能な界面活性剤製品を開発するため、研究開発プロジェクトに継続的に投資しています。市場は、特にアジア太平洋と北米において、予測期間中に高い成長率を記録すると予測されており、企業は外国に新しい生産拠点を設立し、業務を現地化し、経費を節約し、より良い市場ニーズに対応しています。例えば、2024年5月、スロバキアに良好な顧客基盤を持つEvonik Industries AGは、同国に新しい持続可能なバイオサーファクタント施設を正式に開設しました。これは、ラムノリピッド型バイオサーファクタントを工業規模で製造する世界初の施設です。持続可能なバイオ界面活性剤は、農業を含む用途に大きな機会があり、市場の成長につながります。

当レポートでは、世界の農業用界面活性剤市場について調査し、市場の概要とともに、タイプ別、基質別、作物タイプ別、用途別、地域別動向、および市場に参入する企業のプロファイルなどを提供しています。

目次

第1章 プロジェクトの範囲と定義

第2章 調査手法

第3章 エグゼクティブサマリー

第4章 顧客の声

第5章 世界の農業用界面活性剤市場の見通し、2017年～2031年

• 市場規模の分析と予測
• 市場シェア分析と予測
• 市場マップ分析、2023年
  • タイプ別
  • 基質別
  • 作物タイプ別
  • 用途別
  • 地域別

第6章 北米の農業用界面活性剤市場の見通し、2017年～2031年

第7章 欧州の農業用界面活性剤市場の見通し、2017年～2031年

第8章 アジア太平洋の農業用界面活性剤市場の見通し、2017年～2031年

第9章 南米の農業用界面活性剤市場の見通し、2017年～2031年

第10章 中東・アフリカの農業用界面活性剤市場の見通し、2017年～2031年

第11章 需要供給分析

第12章 バリューチェーン分析

第13章 ポーターのファイブフォース分析

第14章 PESTLE分析

第15章 マクロ経済指標

第16章 価格分析

第17章 利益率分析

第18章 市場力学

第19章 市場の動向と発展

第20章 ケーススタディ

第21章 競合情勢

• 市場リーダー上位5社の競合マトリックス
• 企業エコシステム分析（スタートアップvs中小企業vs大規模企業）
• 上位5社のSWOT分析
• 主要企業上位10社の情勢
  • Corteva Agriscience
  • CHS Inc.
  • Croda International Plc
  • Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC
  • BASF SE
  • Evonik Industries AG
  • Clariant AG
  • Wilbur-Ellis Holdings, Inc.
  • Bayer AG
  • Nufarm Limited

第22章 戦略的提言

第23章 お問い合わせと免責事項

List of Tables

• Table 1. Pricing Analysis of Products from Key Players
• Table 2. Competition Matrix of Top 5 Market Leaders
• Table 3. Mergers & Acquisitions/ Joint Ventures (If Applicable)
• Table 4. About Us - Regions and Countries Where We Have Executed Client Projects

List of Figures

• Figure 1. Global Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 2. Global Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 3. Global Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 4. Global Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 5. Global Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 6. Global Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Region, 2017-2031F
• Figure 7. North America Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 8. North America Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 9. North America Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 10. North America Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 11. North America Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 12. North America Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Country, 2017-2031F
• Figure 13. United States Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 14. United States Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 15. United States Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 16. United States Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 17. United States Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 18. Canada Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 19. Canada Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 20. Canada Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 21. Canada Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 22. Canada Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 23. Mexico Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 24. Mexico Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 25. Mexico Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 26. Mexico Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 27. Mexico Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 28. Europe Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 29. Europe Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 30. Europe Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 31. Europe Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 32. Europe Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 33. Europe Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Country, 2017-2031F
• Figure 34. Germany Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 35. Germany Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 36. Germany Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 37. Germany Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 38. Germany Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 39. France Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 40. France Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 41. France Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 42. France Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 43. France Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 44. Italy Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 45. Italy Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 46. Italy Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 47. Italy Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 48. Italy Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 49. United Kingdom Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 50. United Kingdom Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 51. United Kingdom Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 52. United Kingdom Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 53. United Kingdom Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 54. Russia Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 55. Russia Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 56. Russia Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 57. Russia Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 58. Russia Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 59. Netherlands Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 60. Netherlands Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 61. Netherlands Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 62. Netherlands Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 63. Netherlands Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 64. Spain Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 65. Spain Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 66. Spain Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 67. Spain Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 68. Spain Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 69. Turkey Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 70. Turkey Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 71. Turkey Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 72. Turkey Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 73. Turkey Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 74. Poland Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 75. Poland Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 76. Poland Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 77. Poland Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 78. Poland Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 79. South America Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 80. South America Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 81. South America Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 82. South America Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 83. South America Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 84. South America Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Country, 2017-2031F
• Figure 85. Brazil Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 86. Brazil Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 87. Brazil Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 88. Brazil Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 89. Brazil Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 90. Argentina Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 91. Argentina Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 92. Argentina Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 93. Argentina Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 94. Argentina Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 95. Asia-Pacific Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 96. Asia-Pacific Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 97. Asia-Pacific Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 98. Asia-Pacific Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 99. Asia-Pacific Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 100. Asia-Pacific Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Country, 2017-2031F
• Figure 101. India Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 102. India Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 103. India Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 104. India Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 105. India Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 106. China Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 107. China Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 108. China Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 109. China Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 110. China Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 111. Japan Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 112. Japan Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 113. Japan Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 114. Japan Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 115. Japan Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 116. Australia Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 117. Australia Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 118. Australia Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 119. Australia Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 120. Australia Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 121. Vietnam Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 122. Vietnam Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 123. Vietnam Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 124. Vietnam Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 125. Vietnam Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 126. South Korea Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 127. South Korea Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 128. South Korea Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 129. South Korea Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 130. South Korea Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 131. Indonesia Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 132. Indonesia Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 133. Indonesia Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 134. Indonesia Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 135. Indonesia Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 136. Philippines Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 137. Philippines Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 138. Philippines Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 139. Philippines Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 140. Philippines Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 141. Middle East & Africa Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 142. Middle East & Africa Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 143. Middle East & Africa Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 144. Middle East & Africa Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 145. Middle East & Africa Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 146. Middle East & Africa Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Country, 2017-2031F
• Figure 147. Saudi Arabia Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 148. Saudi Arabia Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 149. Saudi Arabia Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 150. Saudi Arabia Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 151. Saudi Arabia Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 152. UAE Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 153. UAE Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 154. UAE Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 155. UAE Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 156. UAE Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 157. South Africa Agricultural Surfactants Market, By Value, In USD Billion, 2017-2031F
• Figure 158. South Africa Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 159. South Africa Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Substrate, 2017-2031F
• Figure 160. South Africa Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Crop Type, 2017-2031F
• Figure 161. South Africa Agricultural Surfactants Market Share (%), By Application, 2017-2031F
• Figure 162. By Type Map-Market Size (USD Billion) & Growth Rate (%), 2023
• Figure 163. By Substrate Map-Market Size (USD Billion) & Growth Rate (%), 2023
• Figure 164. By Crop Type Map-Market Size (USD Billion) & Growth Rate (%), 2023
• Figure 165. By Application Map-Market Size (USD Billion) & Growth Rate (%), 2023
• Figure 166. By Region Map-Market Size (USD Billion) & Growth Rate (%), 2023

Global agricultural surfactants market is projected to witness a CAGR of 6.86% during the forecast period 2024-2031, growing from USD 1.75 billion in 2023 to USD 2.97 billion in 2031. The market is expected to grow due to ever-increasing needs for eco-friendly farming methods and advanced crop protection systems. Agrochemical applications are mainly supplemented with agricultural surfactants to enhance their spreading, wetting, and emulsifying characteristics, thus boosting their effectiveness in herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides. Places with little arable land available or food security challenges use these substances for higher yields from crops grown and more efficient pest control practices.

Reasons for the growth of the market include rising food demand due to increased population and a shift towards sustainable agriculture. In addition, environmentally friendly bio-based surfactants have been gaining momentum as they are derived from renewable sources. Nevertheless, the market may face some challenges in its expansion due to environmental concerns associated with chemical surfactants and regulatory constraints.

Major players are persistently investing in research and development projects to develop surfactant products that are both efficient and sustainable. The market is forecasted to record a high growth rate, especially in Asia-Pacific and North America, during the forecast years, with firms setting up new production units in foreign nations, localizing their work, saving expenses, and serving better market needs. For instance, in May 2024, holding a good customer-base in Slovakia, Evonik Industries AG officially opened its new sustainable biosurfactant facility in the country. It is the first facility worldwide to manufacture rhamnolipid biosurfactants on an industrial scale. Applications, including agriculture, hold great opportunities for sustainable biosurfactants, leading to market growth.

Growing Emphasis on Sustainable Agricultural Practices Catalyzes Market Expansion

A major driver for the growth of the agricultural surfactants market is the shift toward sustainable farming. With rising environmental concerns, farmers are more frequently turning toward eco-friendly practices to reduce the negative impacts of conventional farming on ecosystems. This shift is motivated by the desire for minimized chemical runoff, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and improved soil health. Consequently, bio-based surfactants from renewable sources, including plant oils and sugars, have become popular.

The synthetic methods for the production of surfactants are more harmful than biodegradable methods due to mild toxicity towards the environment and similar or better capabilities than their synthetic counterparts. This connects well with the global approaches that seek to enforce environmentally friendly agricultural practices through projects, such as the European Green Deal or sustainable development goals (SDGs) aimed at minimizing unsafe farming inputs. Consequently, leading corporations, such as BASF SE and Bayer AG, are channeling funds into bio-based surfactants development so as to address these demands, ultimately influencing the market growth.

Apart from the ecological advantages, sustainable agricultural practices enhance the long-term fertility of soils and the resilience of crops, thereby positioning biosurfactants as essential instruments in contemporary farming.

In January 2024, Bionema Group launched Soil-Jet BSP100, a biodegradable surfactant for the agricultural sector. The product features the patented Polyether-Modified Polysiloxane technology and maximizes the use of water and nutrients, fights soil water resistance, and produces the perfect atmosphere for healthy plant growth by utilizing the power of biodegradable surfactants.

Reduction in Available Arable Land Fuel the Market Growth

Loss of arable land is one of the key components for pushing the growth of the agricultural surfactants market. In fact, in some countries with fast urbanization, industrialization, and infrastructural development, the amount of land used for farming purposes has reduced drastically, especially in Asia and North America. For instance, China recorded a decrease of more than 5% in its arable land between 2013 and 2019. Therefore, farmers are under strong pressure to enhance their yield on small parts of land.

Agricultural surfactants play a pivotal role in meeting this challenge by increasing the efficacy of agrochemicals such as herbicides and fertilizers. They increase the absorption, spreading, and penetration of these chemicals, thereby enabling farmers to realize higher yields with minimal resource input. Consequently, surfactants help to enhance crop production on small land sizes, hence they are essential in contemporary agricultural practices.

The use of surfactants and other crop enhancing technologies is being promoted by governments as well as agricultural organizations to increase land productivity, especially in countries where food security is precarious. Capitalizing on the opportunity, in January 2024, Nouryon launched its latest surfactant, Berol Nexus, which is a multifunctional hydrotrope. It is easily formed into a range of cleaning applications due to its low color and viscosity profile. It is available as an aqueous liquid at 70% concentration.

Application to Herbicides Significantly Attributes to the Market Growth

Herbicides employ agricultural surfactants, playing a significant role in propelling the market growth. They are widely used to control weeds that compete with crops for nutrients, water, and sunlight. The effectiveness of herbicides is enhanced by surfactants through improved spreading, sticking, and penetration properties. Enhanced herbicide retention on crop surfaces ensures uniform coverage and better absorption into plant tissues resulting in efficient weed control.

However, nonionic surfactants are mostly used in herbicides as they do not interact with water and still remain active over different environmental circumstances. The need for high performance herbicides with supporting surfactants has risen due to mounting pressure on farmers to increase plant production capacity on available cultivable land.

The rising popularity of precise agriculture practices aimed at maximizing the use of inputs, such as herbicides, has influenced the use of surfactants. These substances aid in better application of herbicides thereby minimizing wastage as well as environmental pollution. As a result, surfactants have become very important in modern farming, enhancing the market growth.

In June 2024, with its proprietary MICROBILIZE technology, Meristem Crop Performance launched the surfactant, EXCAVATOR AMS, a new and more user-friendly version of EXCAVATOR that breaks down residue and covers crops more quickly, releases nutrients speedily, requires less work, and increases the effectiveness of herbicide treatments. The first all-in-one surfactant, water conditioner, residue breakdown, and nutrient release solution includes ammonium sulfate (AMS) in the new formulation.

Europe Holds a Substantial Market Share

With rising demand for sustainable farming solutions, strict environmental regulations have played a significant role in driving Europe's market share of global agricultural surfactants. Moreover, European countries are at the forefront of implementing eco-friendly agricultural practices that have resulted in an upsurge of bio-based surfactants aligned with the EU Green Deal and sustainable agriculture goals. These regulations aim at encouraging surfactants use that improves efficacy with respect to diminished agricultural chemicals input, hence minimizing harmful chemicals released into the environment.

Furthermore, the regional market is supported by agriculture sector that has been well established in the European countries such as Germany, France, and Spain. In addition, surfactants are extensively used to enhance the performance of herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides which are crucial for high crop yields in small arable lands.

Moreover, the growing demand for surfactants that fine-tune agrochemicals in accordance with the government initiatives is promoted by the rising application of precision agricultural techniques. The European market will be driven by sustainability and innovation in bio-surfactants over the forecast years.

In February 2023, Pangaea Biosciences Ltd. developed a unique method for preparing plant-based surfactants to protect soil health and biodiversity. These surfactants are able to minimize the impact of hazardous surfactants, lower chemical loading, and drastically cut down on dose rate application.

Future Market Scenario (2024 - 2031F)

With growing environmental issues and increasing regulatory demands, it is anticipated that there will be a significant shift in the market towards green and bio-based surfactants.

Precision farming technology is expected to be essential for the optimization of agrochemicals in conjunction with agricultural surfactants. Such integrations would lead to increased efficacy, decreased losses, and enhanced yields, accelerating market growth.

Countries located in Asia-Pacific are anticipated to be vital markets for growth as a result of the increasing food requirement, growing surfactant awareness, and rising adoption of modern farming methodologies.

Key Players Landscape and Outlook

The agricultural surfactants market is characterized by strong competition, with numerous key players focusing on innovation and sustainability. Leading companies in the market are prioritizing the development of bio-based surfactants in response to rising environmental concerns and regulatory pressures. These eco-friendly solutions are becoming increasingly popular as they help reduce the ecological impact of conventional agrochemicals. For instance, in February 2022, Clariant AG launched its polyethylene glycols (PEGs) and entirely bio-based surfactants to combat climate change, expanding the company's list of Vita-designated compounds. Vita products have a minimum 98% renewable carbon index (RCI) and are made from renewable feedstocks.

The competitive landscape is marked by significant investments in research and development to enhance surfactant performance and efficiency. Players are expanding their operations into emerging markets such as Asia-Pacific, where the demand for agricultural inputs is rising due to population growth and food security challenges.

Strategic initiatives such as partnerships, mergers, and acquisitions are common as companies seek to strengthen their global presence and capitalize on the growing trend towards sustainable agriculture. The outlook for the market remains positive, with continued innovation and regional expansion expected to drive growth in the forecast years.

Table of Contents

1. Project Scope and Definitions

2. Research Methodology

3. Executive Summary

4. Voice of Customer

• 4.1. Demographics (Age/Cohort Analysis - Baby Boomers and Gen X, Millennials, Gen Z; Gender; Income - Low, Mid and High; Geography; Nationality; etc.)
• 4.2. Market Awareness and Product Information
• 4.3. Brand Awareness and Loyalty
• 4.4. Factors Considered in Purchase Decision
  • 4.4.1. Effectiveness
  • 4.4.2. Compatibility
  • 4.4.3. Cost
  • 4.4.4. Environmental Impact
  • 4.4.5. Brand Reputation
  • 4.4.6. Technical Support
  • 4.4.7. Regulatory Compliance
• 4.5. Purchase Channel
• 4.6. Frequency of Purchase
• 4.7. Existing or Intended User

5. Global Agricultural Surfactants Market Outlook, 2017-2031F

• 5.1. Market Size Analysis & Forecast
  • 5.1.1. By Value
• 5.2. Market Share Analysis & Forecast
  • 5.2.1. By Type
    • 5.2.1.1. Anionic Surfactants
    • 5.2.1.2. Cationic Surfactants
    • 5.2.1.3. Nonionic Surfactants
    • 5.2.1.4. Amphoteric Surfactants
  • 5.2.2. By Substrate
    • 5.2.2.1. Synthetic
    • 5.2.2.2. Bio-based
  • 5.2.3. By Crop Type
    • 5.2.3.1. Cereals and Grains
    • 5.2.3.2. Oilseeds and Pulses
    • 5.2.3.3. Fruits and Vegetables
    • 5.2.3.4. Others
  • 5.2.4. By Application
    • 5.2.4.1. Herbicides
    • 5.2.4.2. Fungicides
    • 5.2.4.3. Insecticides
    • 5.2.4.4. Others
  • 5.2.5. By Region
    • 5.2.5.1. North America
    • 5.2.5.2. Europe
    • 5.2.5.3. Asia-Pacific
    • 5.2.5.4. South America
    • 5.2.5.5. Middle East and Africa
  • 5.2.6. By Company Market Share Analysis (Top 5 Companies and Others - By Value, 2023)
• 5.3. Market Map Analysis, 2023
  • 5.3.1. By Type
  • 5.3.2. By Substrate
  • 5.3.3. By Crop Type
  • 5.3.4. By Application
  • 5.3.5. By Region

6. North America Agricultural Surfactants Market Outlook, 2017-2031F*

• 6.1. Market Size Analysis & Forecast
  • 6.1.1. By Value
• 6.2. Market Share Analysis & Forecast
  • 6.2.1. By Type
    • 6.2.1.1. Anionic Surfactants
    • 6.2.1.2. Cationic Surfactants
    • 6.2.1.3. Nonionic Surfactants
    • 6.2.1.4. Amphoteric Surfactants
  • 6.2.2. By Substrate
    • 6.2.2.1. Synthetic
    • 6.2.2.2. Bio-based
  • 6.2.3. By Crop Type
    • 6.2.3.1. Cereals and Grains
    • 6.2.3.2. Oilseeds and Pulses
    • 6.2.3.3. Fruits and Vegetables
    • 6.2.3.4. Others
  • 6.2.4. By Application
    • 6.2.4.1. Herbicides
    • 6.2.4.2. Fungicides
    • 6.2.4.3. Insecticides
    • 6.2.4.4. Others
  • 6.2.5. By Country Share
    • 6.2.5.1. United States
    • 6.2.5.2. Canada
    • 6.2.5.3. Mexico
• 6.3. Country Market Assessment
  • 6.3.1. United States Agricultural Surfactants Market Outlook, 2017-2031F*
    • 6.3.1.1. Market Size Analysis & Forecast
      • 6.3.1.1.1. By Value
    • 6.3.1.2. Market Share Analysis & Forecast
      • 6.3.1.2.1. By Type
        • 6.3.1.2.1.1. Anionic Surfactants
        • 6.3.1.2.1.2. Cationic Surfactants
        • 6.3.1.2.1.3. Nonionic Surfactants
        • 6.3.1.2.1.4. Amphoteric Surfactants
      • 6.3.1.2.2. By Substrate
        • 6.3.1.2.2.1. Synthetic
        • 6.3.1.2.2.2. Bio-based
      • 6.3.1.2.3. By Crop Type
        • 6.3.1.2.3.1. Cereals and Grains
        • 6.3.1.2.3.2. Oilseeds and Pulses
        • 6.3.1.2.3.3. Fruits and Vegetables
        • 6.3.1.2.3.4. Others
      • 6.3.1.2.4. By Application
        • 6.3.1.2.4.1. Herbicides
        • 6.3.1.2.4.2. Fungicides
        • 6.3.1.2.4.3. Insecticides
        • 6.3.1.2.4.4. Others
  • 6.3.2. Canada
  • 6.3.3. Mexico

All segments will be provided for all regions and countries covered

7. Europe Agricultural Surfactants Market Outlook, 2017-2031F

• 7.1. Germany
• 7.2. France
• 7.3. Italy
• 7.4. United Kingdom
• 7.5. Russia
• 7.6. Netherlands
• 7.7. Spain
• 7.8. Turkey
• 7.9. Poland

8. Asia-Pacific Agricultural Surfactants Market Outlook, 2017-2031F

• 8.1. India
• 8.2. China
• 8.3. Japan
• 8.4. Australia
• 8.5. Vietnam
• 8.6. South Korea
• 8.7. Indonesia
• 8.8. Philippines

9. South America Agricultural Surfactants Market Outlook, 2017-2031F

• 9.1. Brazil
• 9.2. Argentina

10. Middle East and Africa Agricultural Surfactants Market Outlook, 2017-2031F

• 10.1. Saudi Arabia
• 10.2. UAE
• 10.3. South Africa

11. Demand Supply Analysis

12. Value Chain Analysis

13. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

14. PESTLE Analysis

15. Macro-economic Indicators

16. Pricing Analysis

17. Profit Margin Analysis

18. Market Dynamics

• 18.1. Market Drivers
• 18.2. Market Challenges

19. Market Trends and Developments

20. Case Studies

21. Competitive Landscape

• 21.1. Competition Matrix of Top 5 Market Leaders
• 21.2. Company Ecosystem Analysis (Startup v/s SME v/s Large-scale)
• 21.3. SWOT Analysis for Top 5 Players
• 21.4. Key Players Landscape for Top 10 Market Players
  • 21.4.1. Corteva Agriscience
    • 21.4.1.1. Company Details
    • 21.4.1.2. Key Management Personnel
    • 21.4.1.3. Products and Services
    • 21.4.1.4. Financials (As Reported)
    • 21.4.1.5. Key Market Focus and Geographical Presence
    • 21.4.1.6. Recent Developments/Collaborations/Partnerships/Mergers and Acquisition
  • 21.4.2. CHS Inc.
  • 21.4.3. Croda International Plc
  • 21.4.4. Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC
  • 21.4.5. BASF SE
  • 21.4.6. Evonik Industries AG
  • 21.4.7. Clariant AG
  • 21.4.8. Wilbur-Ellis Holdings, Inc.
  • 21.4.9. Bayer AG
  • 21.4.10. Nufarm Limited

Companies mentioned above DO NOT hold any order as per market share and can be changed as per information available during research work.

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