Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Report Covers Mechanized Irrigation Systems Market Share in Africa and is Segmented by Irrigation Type (Sprinkler Irrigation, Drip Irrigation, Pivot Irrigation, and Other Irrigation Types), Application Type (Crop and Non-Crop), and Geography (South Africa, Egypt, and Rest of Africa). The Report Offers Market Size and Forecasts in Terms of Value (USD) for all the Above Segments.

Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market Size

Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Historical Data Period 2019 - 2023
Market Size (2025) USD 202.43 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 289.26 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 7.40 %

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Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market Major Players

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Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market Analysis

The Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market size is estimated at USD 202.43 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 289.26 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 7.4% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

Africa's rapidly growing population necessitates higher agricultural output to ensure food security in the region. Irrigation machinery can significantly boost crop yields to address this rising demand. According to the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, Africa's population surpassed 1.5 billion in 2024, increasing food demand with limited arable land and water resources.

The reliance on rainfall is the primary reason for the substantial yield gap in the region. In Sub-Saharan Africa, 80% of farmers are smallholders who depend on erratic and unpredictable rains for cultivation. A study by the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) indicates that standalone solar photovoltaic irrigation systems have the potential to meet more than a third of the water needs for crops in small-scale farms across sub-Saharan Africa.

Global organizations are supporting Africa in recognizing the importance of modernizing agriculture and promoting irrigation. For example, the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) funds the Programme for Rural Irrigation Development (PRIDE) in Malawi. This initiative provides a highly concessional loan and grant under the Adaptation for Smallholder Agriculture Programme (ASAP), benefiting 17,500 smallholder farmers in the country.

Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Industry Overview

The market share analysis reveals a consolidated industry, with major companies accounting for the majority of the market share. The government's emphasis on increasing water conservation and efficiency through micro-irrigation systems is anticipated to drive substantial market growth shortly. Key players in the market include Nelson Irrigation Corporation, Rivulis Irrigation, Rain Bird Corporation, Mexichem (Netafim Limited), and Lindsay Corporation. These companies are engaging in strategic developments such as product launches, partnerships, and expansions to maintain their market positions.

Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market Leaders

  1. Nelson Irrigation Corporation

  2. Rivulis Irrigation

  3. Rain Bird Corporation

  4. Mexichem (Netafim Limited)

  5. Lindsay Corporation

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market Concentration
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Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market News

  • June 2024: Lindsay Corporation secured a multi-year supply agreement with the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region to provide Zimmatic center pivot and lateral move agricultural irrigation systems, along with FieldNET remote management technology. The agreement, valued at over USD 100 million, aims to enhance domestic food production and address water conservation challenges in the region.
  • October 2024: Netafim unveiled the Orion PC dripline at EIMA 2024, making it available in Africa as well. This advanced thin-wall, pressure-compensated dripline is engineered to deliver precise irrigation with uniform water distribution across a wide pressure range. The Orion PC is suitable for various field shapes and crop types, offering clogging resistance and durability.

Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Market Drivers
    • 4.2.1 Rising Water Scarcity and Growing Food Demand
    • 4.2.2 Developments of Irrigation Companies Boosting the Market
    • 4.2.3 Government Initiatives and Policy Support
  • 4.3 Market Restraints
    • 4.3.1 High Initial Cost is Limiting the Market
    • 4.3.2 Lack of Technical Expertise in Farmers
  • 4.4 Porters Five Force Analysis
    • 4.4.1 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
    • 4.4.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.4.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 5.1 Application
    • 5.1.1 Crop Based
    • 5.1.1.1 Cereals & Grains
    • 5.1.1.2 Oilseeds
    • 5.1.1.3 Fruits & Vegetables
    • 5.1.2 Non-Crop Based
    • 5.1.2.1 Turf and Ornamental
    • 5.1.2.2 Nursery Crops
  • 5.2 Irrigation Type
    • 5.2.1 Sprinkler Irrigation
    • 5.2.2 Drip Irrigation
    • 5.2.3 Pivot Irrigation
    • 5.2.4 Other Irrigation Types
  • 5.3 Geography
    • 5.3.1 South Africa
    • 5.3.2 Egypt
    • 5.3.3 Rest of Africa

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Most Adopted Strategies
  • 6.2 Market Share Analysis
  • 6.3 Company Profiles
    • 6.3.1 Nelson Irrigation Corporation
    • 6.3.2 Mexichem (Netafim Limited)
    • 6.3.3 Hunter Industries
    • 6.3.4 Valmont Industries
    • 6.3.5 Irritec S.p.A
    • 6.3.6 Lindsay Corporation
    • 6.3.7 Rain Bird Corporation
    • 6.3.8 Rivulis Irrigation
  • *List Not Exhaustive

7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Industry Segmentation

Agricultural irrigation machinery refers to equipment used to supply water to farmland and crops, promoting hydration and growth. This report provides a comprehensive analysis of Africa's agricultural irrigation machinery market size. The market is segmented by irrigation type (sprinkler irrigation, drip irrigation, pivot irrigation, and other irrigation types), application type (crop and non-crop), and geography (South Africa, Egypt, and the rest of Africa). The report offers market size and forecasts in terms of value (USD) for all the above segments.

Application Crop Based Cereals & Grains
Oilseeds
Fruits & Vegetables
Non-Crop Based Turf and Ornamental
Nursery Crops
Irrigation Type Sprinkler Irrigation
Drip Irrigation
Pivot Irrigation
Other Irrigation Types
Geography South Africa
Egypt
Rest of Africa
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Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market Research Faqs

How big is the Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market?

The Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market size is expected to reach USD 202.43 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 7.40% to reach USD 289.26 billion by 2030.

What is the current Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market size?

In 2025, the Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market size is expected to reach USD 202.43 billion.

Who are the key players in Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market?

Nelson Irrigation Corporation, Rivulis Irrigation, Rain Bird Corporation, Mexichem (Netafim Limited) and Lindsay Corporation are the major companies operating in the Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market.

What years does this Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market size was estimated at USD 187.45 billion. The report covers the Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Africa Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Industry Report

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