Europe Agricultural Films Market Size
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| Market Size (2024) | USD 2.20 Billion |
| Market Size (2029) | USD 2.9 Billion |
| CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 6.30 % |
| Market Concentration | Low |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Europe Agricultural Films Market Analysis
The Europe Agricultural Films Market size is estimated at USD 2.20 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 2.9 billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 6.30% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
- Agricultural films are treated like a modern-day application used in many innovative agricultural practices. Focus on the improvement of agricultural productivity in the advent of shrinking farmland is the main reason behind the commercialization of these specialty products. The increasing popularity of greenhouse farming, shrinking agricultural land, and rising horticultural crop cultivation are the key reasons for the market growth in Europe.
- Europe's agricultural land is shrinking as expanding cities and infrastructure encroach on fertile land, reducing its availability for food production. This puts pressure on existing agricultural land and can lead to soil degradation and decreased food security. For instance, over the past decade, Europe has seen a decline in agricultural land. According to World Bank statistics, Europe's agricultural land was 41.3% in 2019, which decreased by 40.8% in 2021, which has driven the need for efficiency of the utilized agricultural area (UAA). As a result, the adoption of cultivation mechanisms such as greenhouse farming is increasing for higher productivity.
- In Europe, France is one of the leading countries in adopting greenhouse technology and investing in advanced research and development. The French government also sponsors research facilities to perform various experiments on greenhouse cultivation. Growers in this country use greenhouse systems to grow a spectrum of crops, which, compared to traditional soil farms, provide faster growth, higher yields, and better-quality produce. Major crops cultivated in greenhouses in France are cucumber, capsicum, tomato, eggplant, and cut flowers. According to AND International, tomatoes and strawberries account for 77% of the total greenhouse vegetable production in the country in 2022. Tomato production is concentrated in Brittany, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, Occitanie and Nouvelle-Aquitaine. Strawberry production is more developed in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, Centre-Val de Loire, and Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur.
Europe Agricultural Films Market Trends
Greenhouse is a Significant Segment by Application
Growing sustainable farming due to rising urbanization is one of the important factors projected to help the segment. Compared to glass greenhouses, plastic film greenhouses are available in smaller sizes. These greenhouses extend the growing season and help heat-loving vegetables thrive, as they provide efficient light diffusion and UV protection, increasing their preference among the growers. Further, greenhouses are increasingly popular among growers, as these plastic films can increase the yield in any season. Thus, the higher production capacity of greenhouses than traditional methods, the rising need for food due to population growth, and climate change problems are anticipated to boost the growth of the segment.
The decreasing agricultural land and increase in the consumption demand of food are leading to an increase in the adoption of greenhouse agriculture practices in the region, boosting the demand for the sales of agricultural films in the greenhouse segment. For instance, According to World Bank statistics, Europe's agricultural land was 41.3% in 2019, which decreased by 40.8% in 2021. In addition, many countries like Germany, France, Spain, the United Kingdom, and many others are facing a reduction in agricultural land, due to which the farmers may switch to greenhouse farming for production and meet the local food demand to some extent.
Further, Germany has traditionally been at the forefront of implementing advanced techniques in smart greenhouse horticulture. The total area under greenhouse cultivation in Germany was 1271 hectares in 2022. Most of this area was occupied by tomato crops, with an acreage of 382.74 hectares. Similarly, the cultivation area under cucumber was 215 hectares. The biggest areas of greenhouse vegetable cultivation in Germany are North Rhine Westphalia, Rhineland Palatinate, and Lower Saxony. This increase in the area of greenhouse cultivation in the country is, in turn, driving the demand for agricultural films in the country over the past few years.
Germany Dominate the Market
The agricultural film market in the country has flourished, with the application of films primarily in silage and mulching. Furthermore, various initiatives by official bodies in recycling agricultural plastics have facilitated the mitigation of environmental concerns arising with the use of films thereby sustaining the film market, especially with likely growth in reclaimed films. The agricultural films recycling initiative Erntekunststoffe Recycling Deutschland (ERDE) in Germany organizes the collection and recycling of used agricultural films made of LDPE and LLDPE with recyclers across Germany. Farmers and agricultural contractors collect the used plastics and deposit them bundled and cleaned of coarse dirt at a collection point. ERDE increased the collection and recycling rates of silage and stretch films marketed in Germany to 50% by 2021 and 65% by 2022.
In addition, Germany has a growing market for organic farming and high-value crops, such as fruits and berries. For instance, Berries organic farming was 1,924.00 ha in 2022 from 1,783.28 ha in 2020. Agricultural films, including silage and mulch films, are essential for enhancing crop quality and protecting sensitive plants from pests and extreme temperatures, further driving demand in the horticulture sector. Besides, Germany’s focus on sustainability and reducing water consumption in agriculture aligns with the use of plastic mulching films, which help retain soil moisture and reduce weed growth. This is particularly useful in regions with limited water resources or during dry seasons.
Europe Agricultural Films Industry Overview
The Europe Agricultural films market is highly fragmented with many global and regional players. Ab Rani Plast Oy, Berry Global, RKW Group, Trioplast AB are some of the leading players in the region. These players are continuously expanding their operations to different regions to increase their revenue. they are also actively merging and partnering with the other firms to continue their domination.
Europe Agricultural Films Market Leaders
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Ab Rani Plast Oy
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Berry Global
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RKW Group
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Trioplast AB
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Polifilm GmbH
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Europe Agricultural Films Market News
- June 2023: ASPLA, the only Spanish manufacturer of silage wrap belonging to the Armando Alvarez Group, launched Cycled Wrap, the first eco-friendly film in that sector. This product is a world novelty, being the first seven-layer silage wrap manufactured with a high content of recycled raw material for sustainable wrapping.
- October 2022: Agriplast, a company that produces plastic films for the Italian agricultural and horticultural industry, launched a branded product line, ECOAGRI, certified Plastica Seconda Vita, a major innovation in the field of sustainability. It is the first greenhouse covering sheet with recycled and certified plastic content.
Europe Agricultural Films 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 Increasing Harvested Area of Greenhouse Produce
4.2.2 Growing Use of Mulch Films in Agriculture
4.2.3 Increasing Product Innovations
4.3 Market Restraints
4.3.1 High Initial Investment
4.3.2 Adverse Effects of Plastics on Environment
4.4 Porter's Five Force Analysis
4.4.1 Threat of New Entrants
4.4.2 Bargaining Power of 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 Type
5.1.1 Low-Density Polyethylene
5.1.2 Linear Low-Density Polyethylene
5.1.3 High-Density Polyethylene
5.1.4 Others
5.2 Application
5.2.1 Greenhouse
5.2.2 Silage
5.2.3 Mulching
5.2.4 Others
5.3 Geography
5.3.1 Germany
5.3.2 United Kingdom
5.3.3 France
5.3.4 Spain
5.3.5 Italy
5.3.6 Rest of Europe
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1 Most Adopted Strategies
6.2 Market Share Analysis
6.3 Company Profiles
6.3.1 Ab Rani Plast Oy
6.3.2 Berry Global
6.3.3 RKW Group
6.3.4 Trioplast AB
6.3.5 Polifilm GmbH
6.3.6 BASF
6.3.7 Duo Plast AG
6.3.8 Barbier Group
6.3.9 Luigi Bandera SpA
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
Europe Agricultural Films Industry Segmentation
Agriculture films are primarily used by farmers as a top cover in greenhouse farming, mulching purposes, and silage cover. The Europe Agricultural Films Market is segmented by Type into Low-Density Polyethylene, Linear Low-Density Polyethylene, High-Density Polyethylene, and Other Films, by Application into Greenhouse, Silage, Mulching, and Others, and by Geography into Germany, United Kingdom, France, Spain, Italy and Rest of Europe. The report offers market estimation and forecasts in value (USD) for the above-mentioned segments.
| Type | |
| Low-Density Polyethylene | |
| Linear Low-Density Polyethylene | |
| High-Density Polyethylene | |
| Others |
| Application | |
| Greenhouse | |
| Silage | |
| Mulching | |
| Others |
| Geography | |
| Germany | |
| United Kingdom | |
| France | |
| Spain | |
| Italy | |
| Rest of Europe |
Europe Agricultural Films Market Research FAQs
How big is the Europe Agricultural Films Market?
The Europe Agricultural Films Market size is expected to reach USD 2.20 billion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 6.30% to reach USD 2.9 billion by 2029.
What is the current Europe Agricultural Films Market size?
In 2024, the Europe Agricultural Films Market size is expected to reach USD 2.20 billion.
Who are the key players in Europe Agricultural Films Market?
Ab Rani Plast Oy, Berry Global, RKW Group, Trioplast AB and Polifilm GmbH are the major companies operating in the Europe Agricultural Films Market.
What years does this Europe Agricultural Films Market cover, and what was the market size in 2023?
In 2023, the Europe Agricultural Films Market size was estimated at USD 2.06 billion. The report covers the Europe Agricultural Films Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Europe Agricultural Films Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Europe Agricultural Films Industry Report
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