The market for agricultural microbials has a significant impact on agriculture production. Agricultural microbials are gaining better response compared to other pest control agents.
The driving factors for this market are the increasing global population & food requirements, rise in cost of fertilizers & pesticides, rise in organic & environmental-friendly farming practices, easier residue management, and promotion of microbial products by government agencies. In the face of environmental considerations, the demand for natural bio-pesticides, bio-fertilizers has increased in all parts of the world. Microbial solutions, in agriculture, work as a safe investment for farmers as they ensure improvement in plant vigor and protect seeds from pests & diseases.
This report estimates the size of the global agricultural microbials market in terms of value. The market has been segmented on the basis of type, crop type, and region. The types segment is further classified into bacterial, fungal, and other microbes. The global agricultural microbials market was led by North America, where the U.S. is major consumer, in 2013. Europe is the second-largest region with regard to the consumption of agricultural microbials. The crop type segment is segmented into cereals & grains, oilseeds & pulses, fruits & vegetables, and other crops that include turf, forage, and ornamental & plantation crops. The global agricultural microbials market is divided into regions and also at country level, in terms of value. Drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges of the market are also discussed in detail in the report.
The report provides a complete analysis of the key global players in the agricultural microbials industry, with a clear insight and commentary on the developments, trends, and their product portfolio. With a huge opportunity in the market, the existing companies are experiencing a significant shift in the industry. Leading players of this industry such as BASF SE, (Germany), Bayer CropScience AG (Germany), Monsanto (U.S.), Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd. (Japan), Syngenta AG (Switzerland), Dow Chemicals (U.S.), Arysta LifeScience Limited (Japan), and Novozymes (Denmark) have been profiled in the report. These players are executing various strategies to grow and develop in the agricultural microbials market. New products launches and acquisitions have been the key moves undertaken by market players for global expansion.
Scope of the Report
This report focuses on the agricultural microbials market. This research categorizes agricultural microbials on the basis of types, crop type, and region.
On the basis of region, the agricultural microbials market has been segmented as follows:
- North America
- Europe
- Asia-Pacific
- Latin America
- Rest of the World (RoW)
On the basis of type, the agricultural microbials market has been segmented as follows:
- Bacterial
- Fungal
- Others (virus and protozoa)
On the basis crop type, the agricultural microbials market has been segmented as follows:
- Cereals & grains
- Oilseeds & Pulses
- Fruits & vegetables
- Other crop types (turf, forage, plantation, and ornamental crops)
1 Introduction (Page No. - 15)
1.1 Objectives of the Study
1.2 Market Definition
1.3 Markets Covered
1.3.1 Period Considered for the Agricultural Microbials Market
1.4 Base Currency Considered for the Agricultural Microbials Market
1.5 Limitations
1.6 Stakeholders
2 Research Methodology (Page No. - 18)
2.1 Research Data
2.1.1 Secondary Research
2.1.1.1 Key Data From Secondary Sources
2.1.2 Primary Research
2.1.2.1 Key Data From Primary Sources
2.1.3 Breakdown of Primaries
2.2 Factor Analysis
2.2.1 Introduction
2.2.2 Demand-Side Analysis
2.2.2.1 Increased Food Demand of Continuously Growing Population
2.2.2.2 Developing Economies
2.2.2.3 Increasing Middle-Class Population, 2009–2030
2.2.2.4 Importance of Nitrogen and Phosphorus Nutrient and Consumption Trend
2.2.3 Supply-Side Analysis
2.2.3.1 Growing Environmental Concerns
2.2.3.2 Global Rise in Export of Pesticides
2.3 Market Size Estimation
2.3.1 Bottom-Up Approach
2.3.2 Top-Down Approach
2.4 Market Breakdown & Data Triangulation
2.5 Market Share Estimation
2.6 Assumptions
2.7 Limitations
3 Executive Summary (Page No. - 31)
4 Premium Insights (Page No. - 36)
4.1 Extensive Market Opportunities in Agricultural Microbials Market
4.2 Agricultural Microbials Market, Key Crop Type Segments ($Million)
4.3 Asia-Pacific: the Largest Consumer of Agricultural Microbials
4.4 Agricultural Microbials Market, By Top 10 Countries, 2013
4.5 Agricultural Microbials Market: Developed vs. Developing Nations, 2014-2019 ($Million)
4.6 Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Application, Type & Region, 2019 ($Million)
4.7 Product Growth Matrix
4.8 Life Cycle Analysis, By Region
4.9 Market Chasm Analysis
5 Market Overview (Page No. - 46)
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Evolution
5.3 Market Segmentation
5.3.1 By Type
5.3.2 By Crop Type
5.3.3 By Region & Country
5.4 Market Dynamics
5.4.1 Drivers
5.4.1.1 Rising World Population & Food Requirements
5.4.1.2 Rise in Cost of Fertilizers & Pesticides
5.4.1.3 Rise in Organic & Environmental-Friendly Farming Practices
5.4.1.4 Easier Residue Management
5.4.1.5 Promotion By Government Agencies
5.4.2 Restraints
5.4.2.1 Lack of Awareness About Agricultural Microbial Products
5.4.2.2 Low Adoption Rate
5.4.3 Opportunities
5.4.3.1 Rapid Growth in Microbial Seed Treatment Solutions
5.4.3.2 Progress in New & Emerging Markets: Latin America & Asia-Pacific
5.4.4 Challenge
5.4.4.1 Poor Infrastructure
5.4.5 Burning Issue
5.4.5.1 Regulatory and Legislation Issues of Microbial Products
6 Industry Trends (Page No. - 60)
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Value Chain Analysis
6.3 Supply Chain Analysis
6.3.1 Key Influencers
6.4 Industry Trends
6.5 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
6.5.1 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
6.5.2 Threat of New Entrants
6.5.3 Threat of Substitutes
6.5.4 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
6.5.5 Bargaining Power of Buyers
6.6 Strategic Benchmarking
6.6.1 Market Expansion Through Acquisitions
6.6.2 Seeking Regulatory Clearance for Product Distribution
7 Agricultural Microbials Market, By Type (Page No. - 69)
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Bacterial
7.3 Fungal
7.4 Other Agricultural Microbials
8 Agricultural Microbials Market, By Crop Type (Page No. - 78)
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Cereals & Grains
8.3 Oilseeds & Pulses
8.4 Fruits & Vegetables
8.5 Other Crop Types
9 Agricultural Microbials Market, By Region (Page No. - 87)
9.1 Pest Analysis
9.1.1 Political Factors
9.1.2 Economic Factors
9.1.3 Social Factors
9.1.4 Technological Factors
9.2 Introduction
9.3 North America
9.3.1 U.S.
9.3.2 Mexico
9.3.3 Canada
9.4 Europe
9.4.1 Spain
9.4.2 Italy
9.4.3 France
9.4.4 Germany
9.4.5 U.K.
9.4.6 Rest of Europe
9.5 Asia-Pacific
9.5.1 China
9.5.2 India
9.5.3 Japan
9.5.4 Australia
9.5.5 Indonesia
9.5.6 Rest of Asia-Pacific
9.6 Latin America
9.6.1 Brazil
9.6.2 Argentina
9.6.3 Rest of Latin America
9.7 ROW
9.7.1 South Africa
9.7.2 Other ROW Countries
10 Competitive Landscape (Page No. - 125)
10.1 Overview
10.2 Agricultural Microbials Market: Growth Strategies, By Company
10.3 Competitive Situation & Trends
10.4 New Product Launches
10.5 Agreements, Collaborations & Partnerships
10.6 Expansions & Investments
10.7 Acquisitions
11 Company Profiles (Page No. - 134)
(Company at A Glance, Recent Financials, Products & Services, Strategies & Insights, & Recent Developments)*
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Bayer Cropscience AG
11.3 Novozymes A/S
11.4 Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd
11.5 BASF SE
11.6 Syngenta AG
11.7 DOW Agrosciences LLC
11.8 Arysta Lifescience Limited
11.9 Certis USA LLC
11.1 Koppert B.V.
11.11 Gujarat State Fertilizers & Chemicals Ltd. (GSFC)
*Details on Company at A Glance, Recent Financials, Products & Services, Strategies & Insights, & Recent Developments Might Not Be Captured in Case of Unlisted Companies.
12 Appendix (Page No. - 165)
12.1 Insights of Industry Experts
12.2 Discussion Guide
12.3 Introducing RT: Real-Time Market Intelligence
12.4 Available Customizations
List of Tables (77 Tables)
Table 1 Impact of Key Drivers on the Agricultural Microbials Market
Table 2 Lack of Awareness Restraining the Growth of Agricultural Microbials Market
Table 3 Growing Demand for Natural Solutions is Likely to Expand Across the Globe
Table 4 Challenge in the Agricultural Microbials Market
Table 5 Burning Issue in the Agricultural Microbials Market
Table 6 Strategic Acquisitions & Portfolio Strengthening: Leading Trend Among Key Market Players
Table 7 Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 8 Bacterial Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Region, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 9 Bacterial Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 10 Fungal Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Region, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 11 Fungal Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 12 Other Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Region, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 13 Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 14 Agricultural Microbials in Cereals & Grains Market Size, By Region, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 15 Agricultural Microbials in Oilseeds & Pulses Market Size, By Region, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 16 Agricultural Microbials in Fruits & Vegetables Market Size, By Region, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 17 Agricultural Microbials in Other Crop Types Market Size, By Region, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 18 Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Region, 2012-2019 ($Million)
Table 19 North America: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Country, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 20 North America: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 21 North America: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 22 U.S.: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 23 U.S.: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 24 Mexico: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 25 Mexico: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 26 Canada: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 27 Canada: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 28 Europe: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Country, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 29 Europe: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012-2019 ($Million)
Table 30 Europe: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012-2019 ($Million)
Table 31 Spain: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012-2019 ($Million)
Table 32 Spain: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 33 Italy: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 34 Italy: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 35 France: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012-2019 ($Million)
Table 36 France: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 37 Germany: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012-2019 ($Million)
Table 38 Germany: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 39 U.K.: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012-2019 ($Million)
Table 40 U.K.: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 41 Rest of Europe: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012-2019 ($Million)
Table 42 Rest of Europe: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 43 Asia-Pacific: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Country, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 44 Asia-Pacific: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012-2019 ($Million)
Table 45 Asia-Pacific: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012-2019 ($Million)
Table 46 China: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 47 China: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 48 India: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 49 India: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 50 Japan: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 51 Japan: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 52 Australia: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 53 Australia: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 54 Indonesia: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 55 Indonesia: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 56 Rest of Asia-Pacific: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 57 Rest of Asia-Pacific: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 58 Latin America: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Country, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 59 Latin America: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012-2019 ($Million)
Table 60 Latin America: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012-2019 ($Million)
Table 61 Brazil: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 62 Brazil: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 63 Argentina: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 64 Argentina: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 65 Rest of Latin America: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 66 Rest of Latin America: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 67 ROW: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Country, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 68 ROW: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 69 ROW: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 70 South Africa: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 71 South Africa: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 72 Other ROW Countries: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 73 Other ROW Countries: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, By Crop Type, 2012–2019 ($Million)
Table 74 New Product Launches, 2012-2015
Table 75 Agreements, Collaborations & Partnerships, 2012-2014
Table 76 Expansions & Investments, 2012-2014
Table 77 Acquisitions, 2012-2014
List of Figures (73 Figures)
Figure 1 Microbials Market Segmentation
Figure 2 Research Design
Figure 3 Breakdown of Primary Interviews: By Company Type, Designation & Region
Figure 4 Global Population Projected to Reach ~9.5 Billion By 2050
Figure 5 Middle-Class Population in Asia-Pacific is Projected to Grow & Account for the Largest Share in the Global Market By 2030
Figure 6 Export Value of Pesticides, 2002–2012 ($Million)
Figure 7 Market Size Estimation Methodology: Bottom-Up Approach
Figure 8 Market Size Estimation Methodology: Top-Down Approach
Figure 9 Market Breakdown & Data Triangulation
Figure 10 Agricultural Microbials Market Snapshot (2014 vs. 2019): Bacteria & Fungi Poised for Better Future Growth ($Million)
Figure 11 Fruits & Vegetables and Other Crop Types: Most Attractive Market Segments for Investment in the Next Five Years
Figure 12 Asia-Pacific Projected to Register High Growth Rate, 2014–2019
Figure 13 Strong Growth Potential With Rising Environmental Concerns, 2014–2019 ($Million)
Figure 14 Gaining Market Significance for Cereals & Grains, 2014-2019 ($Million)
Figure 15 Increasing Fruit & Vegetable Exports Prompts Market Growth
Figure 16 Significant Consumption in North America & Europe, 2013
Figure 17 New Bacterial & Fungal Strains Expected to Push Through Developed Markets, 2014-2019 ($Million)
Figure 18 North America to Pose Strong Demand for Agricultural Bacteria, 2019 ($Million)
Figure 19 Bacterial Strain Projected to Benefit Agricultural Productivity Within 3-4 Years
Figure 20 Asia-Pacific Showcased Strong Growth Potential, 2013
Figure 21 Effective Results of Agrochemicals Restrained the Growth of Agricultural Microbials, 2013
Figure 22 Benefits of Soil Microorganisms in Agriculture
Figure 23 Agricultural Microbials Market Evolution
Figure 24 By Type
Figure 25 By Crop Type
Figure 26 By Region & Country
Figure 27 Rising Food Demand Around the Globe Drives the Agricultural Microbials Market
Figure 28 Annual Average Fertilizers Price Trend, 2009-2013
Figure 29 Organic Agricultural Land (Million Ha.)
Figure 30 Isolated Microbial Strains Through Sterile Production Process Prove Foremost in Value Addition
Figure 31 Regulatory Clearance & Distributional Collaborations: Critical Checkpoints
Figure 32 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis : Acquired Research & Product Portfolio Intensify Industrial Rivalry
Figure 33 Strategic Benchmarking: Bayer, BASF & Koppert Lead Aggressive Market Exploration
Figure 34 Strategic Benchmarking: Koppert & Certis Seek Competitive Edge Through Product Registration
Figure 35 Increased Environmental Concerns & Product Innovations Boost the Growth of Agricultural Microbials, 2014-2019
Figure 36 Better Market Growth Projected in Asia-Pacific Region
Figure 37 Rhizobium Projected to Record Better Growth in Latin America, 2014-2019
Figure 38 Fungal-Based Microbial Products to Witness Strong Demand in Latin America Within 2014-2019
Figure 39 Mycorrhizal Strains Projected to Cause Significant Impact By 2019
Figure 40 Innovative Viral-Based Products Expected in North America, 2014 -2019
Figure 41 Increased Ecological Concerns & Product Innovation Boost the Growth of the Agricultural Microbials Market, 2014 vs. 2019
Figure 42 Fruits & Vegetables Segment Growing at the Highest Rate, 2014-2019
Figure 43 Asia-Pacific: Better Market Growth Projected in Cereal & Grains , 2014-2019
Figure 44 The Market for Agricultural Microbials in Oilseeds & Pulses to Be Highest in North America, 2014
Figure 45 Latin America : Fastest Growing Fruits & Vegetables Segment, 2014-2019
Figure 46 Asia-Pacific to Lead the Other Crop Types Segment By 2019
Figure 47 China Projected to Witness Strong Demand for Agricultural Microbials
Figure 48 Geographic Snapshot: New Hotspots Emerging in Asia-Pacific Region, 2014–2019
Figure 49 North America: Increasing Importance to Follow Sustainable Farming Practices
Figure 50 Extensive Government Promotion to Utilize Bio fertilizers
Figure 51 Asia-Pacific: Agricultural Microbials Market Size, 2014 vs. 2019 ($Million)
Figure 52 Latin America: Strong Growth Observed for Innovative Microbial Strains
Figure 53 Acquisitions & Distribution Agreements: Approaches of Leading Agrochemical Players, 2009-2014
Figure 54 Revenue of Key Companies in the Agricultural Microbials Market, 2009-2013 ($Million)
Figure 55 Agricultural Microbials Market Share (Developments), By Company, 2009-2015
Figure 56 Portfolio Strengthening Through Acquisitions & Licensing Agreements
Figure 57 New Product Launches: Leading Strategy to Meet Global Demand
Figure 58 Geographical Revenue Mix of Top 5 Market Players
Figure 59 Bayer Crop science AG: Company Snapshot
Figure 60 Bayer Crop science AG: SWOT Analysis
Figure 61 Novozymes A/S: Company Snapshot
Figure 62 Novozymes A/S: SWOT Analysis
Figure 63 Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd: Company Snapshot
Figure 64 Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd: SWOT Analysis
Figure 65 BASF SE: Company Snapshot
Figure 66 BASF SE: SWOT Analysis
Figure 67 Syngenta AG: Company Snapshot
Figure 68 Syngenta AG: SWOT Analysis
Figure 69 DOW Agro sciences LLC: Company Snapshot
Figure 70 Arysta Life science Limited: Company Snapshot
Figure 71 Certis USA LLC: Company Snapshot
Figure 72 Koppert B.V.: Company Snapshot
Figure 73 Gujarat State Fertilizers & Chemicals Ltd.: Company Snapshot