Russia Crop Protection Chemicals Market Size
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| Market Size (2024) | USD 1.78 Billion |
| Market Size (2029) | USD 2.28 Billion |
| CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 5.00 % |
| Market Concentration | High |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Russia Crop Protection Chemicals Market Analysis
The Russia Crop Protection Chemicals Market size is estimated at USD 1.78 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 2.28 billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 5% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
- Despite facing challenging climatic and economic conditions, Russia's agricultural landscape has undergone a significant transformation over the past decade. Once a net importer, Russia has now established itself as a net exporter of grains and cereals. Major crops like wheat, corn, and barley are some of the major crops grown and exported by the country. For instance, according to the ITC Trade map, Russia's export of wheat was 7,301,689 metric tons in 2021, which increased to 7,488,612.24 metric tons in 2023. Therefore, the increase in wheat exports has stimulated Russian farmers to invest more in wheat production, which includes crop protection chemicals. With an increase in regional exports of grains and cereals, the application of crop protection chemicals on these crops is anticipated to increase during the forecast period.
- The Russian government has approved a resolution to create a state information system to track pesticides and agricultural chemicals. The federal tracking system will make it possible to improve control over the safe handling of pesticides and agrochemicals. According to the FAO and the Russian Union of Producers of Crop Protection Chemical, about 30% of chemical substances are illegally imported, counterfeited, or unfit for use. Therefore, the emergence of a system for all agriculture is tremendously important for the traceability of pesticides and agrochemicals at all stages, which will positively impact the domestic market and Russia's export potential. This will help to strengthen the country's growth during the forecasting period.
- In Russia, diverse pest infections and disease attacks drive the demand for crop protection chemicals like pesticides. In recent years, imidacloprid, clothianidin, and fipronil were the most commonly found insecticide seed treatment solutions for corn. Similarly, malathion, thiacloprid, lambda-cyhalothrin, alpha-cypermethrin, and clothianidin were the most commonly used active ingredients for rice seed treatment. Recently, a study conducted by FAOUN revealed that wheat held a value of nearly 51.5% of the Russian insecticides market recently, while other main grain crops, like barley and corn, had much smaller shares of 10.9% and 7.4%, respectively.
Russia Crop Protection Chemicals Market Trends
Grains and Cereals is a Significant Segment by Application
Wheat, maize, barley, oats, rye, and rice are the cereals cultivated in Russia. Maize is one of the major cereal crops grown in Russia. For instance, according to FAOSTAT, the production of maize was 13.9 million metric tons in 2020, which increased to 15.9 million metric tons in 2022. Bacterial wilt, corn mosaic, bubble smut, and rust are some of the common diseases in Russian corn fields. Borers, aphids, bugs, wireworms, and caterpillars are the common insects prevalent in Russian maize crops. Similarly, many weeds cause significant yield losses in corn. Such wide damage by different pests to corn yields is anticipated to fuel the demand for crop protection chemicals in Russia.
Besides, smut, dwarf bunt, stem rust, brown leaf rust, powdery mildew, and root rot are some of the common diseases found in Russian wheat crops. Benorad, Kolosal, and Lolosal Pro are some of the fungicides used in the country to protect the wheat crop from deadly diseases. Similarly, many such diseases and pests are found in the Russian rye crop. Increasing pest infestation in cereal crops, in addition to the increase in the acreage of cereals, is causing a rise in the usage of pesticides in cereals.
Furthermore, Russia is the world's largest wheat exporter, with 20% of the global share in 2022. It accounted for an average of 10% of global wheat production over the last five years. Consequently, the increase in wheat exports has stimulated Russian farmers to invest more in wheat production, which includes crop protection chemicals. With an increase in regional exports of grains and cereals, the application of crop protection chemicals on these crops is anticipated to increase during the forecast period.
Herbicides Dominate the Market
Agriculture in Russia functions under adverse climatic and economic conditions. Despite the challenges, the country has adopted Integrated Plant Protection Management (IPPM) through the effective use of crop protection chemicals. In Russia, herbicide use has led to an increase in cereal yield on state farms. According to FAOSTAT, the usage of herbicides in the country has the highest, with 43,158.05 metric tons in 2022, followed by fungicides and insecticides. The annual loss of Russian cereal production as a result of weed infestation can be mitigated by taking appropriate measures. Methods such as the usage of herbicides to suppress weeds as become the foremost priority for improving cereal production in the country and boosting the market in the coming years.
Due to the Russia-Ukraine war, many companies such as Bayer, BASF, Corteva, FMC, and Syngenta have paused their business units in the country and stopped supplying agricultural inputs to the farmers, which led to the food crises without operations of multinational companies in the country. However, the Russian Ministry of Agriculture has managed to significantly increase the production and export of plant protection products, and manufacturers increased their pesticide exports 1.7 times from 86,800 tons to 148,900 tons between 2019 and 2021. At the same time, domestic pesticide use has also grown. The departure of multinational manufacturers accelerated the use of Russian-produced pesticides, in which the raw materials for pesticides are supplied from India and China. Due to the Russia-Ukraine war, the raw materials sector has been destroyed. Currently, the largest portion of agrochemicals used in Russia are domestically produced and account for 49% of the domestic market for plant protection products. This will anticipate the growth of the market during the forecast period.
However, due to the food crisis, the major companies started reopening businesses in the country. Now, many international crop protection chemical companies are setting up their base in the country, and along with domestic producers, the demand for herbicides is expected to increase over the next few years.
Russia Crop Protection Chemicals Industry Overview
Russia's Crop Protection Chemicals Market is highly consolidated, with Bayer CropScience AG, Syngenta International AG, BASF SE, Adama Ltd, and Corteva Agriscience being some of the major players operating in the region. These players are adopting expansion as their key market strategy to strengthen their positions in the country.
Russia Crop Protection Chemicals Market Leaders
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Bayer CropScience AG
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Syngenta International AG
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BASF SE
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Corteva Agriscience
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Adama Ltd
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Russia Crop Protection Chemicals Market News
- December 2023: ADAMA introduced its most advanced cross-spectrum herbicide called Kampai for the grain business. The new product provides the broadest application window for broadleaf and narrow-leaf weed control for cereal crops.
- February 2023: Corteva Agriscience launched Univoq, the company's first fungicide product designed specifically for grains. With Inatreq's distinctive mode of action, Univoq delivers preventative, curative, and long-lasting efficacy on the main diseases that endanger cereals as compared to the already available tools.
Russia Crop Protection Chemicals Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Assumptions & 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 Adoption of Biopesticides
4.2.2 Booming Agricultural Sector to Facilitate Industry's Growth
4.2.3 Rise In the Number of Resistant Pests
4.3 Market Restraints
4.3.1 High Costs Related To R&D
4.3.2 Strict Regulation on Synthetic Pesticide Use
4.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.4.3 Threat of New Entrants
4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products and Services
4.4.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
5.1 Origin
5.1.1 Synthetic
5.1.2 Bio-based
5.2 Type
5.2.1 Herbicide
5.2.2 Fungicide
5.2.3 Insecticide
5.2.4 Nematicide
5.2.5 Molluscicide
5.2.6 Others
5.3 Application
5.3.1 Grains and Cereals
5.3.2 Pulses and Oilseeds
5.3.3 Fruits and Vegetables
5.3.4 Commercial Crops
5.3.5 Other Applications
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1 Most Adopted Strategies
6.2 Market Share Analysis
6.3 Company Profiles
6.3.1 Bayer CropScience AG
6.3.2 Syngenta International AG
6.3.3 BASF SE
6.3.4 Corteva Agriscience
6.3.5 Adama Ltd
6.3.6 FMC Corporation
6.3.7 UPL Limited (Arysta LifeScience)
6.3.8 RosAgroChim, LTD
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
Russia Crop Protection Chemicals Industry Segmentation
Crop protection chemicals constitute a class of agrochemicals that are used for preventing the deterioration of crops from insects and pest infestation. The Russia Crop Protection Chemicals Market is Segmented By Origin (Synthetic and Bio-Based), Type (Herbicides, Insecticides, Fungicides, Nematicides, and Other Types), and Application (Grains and Cereals, Pulses and Oilseeds, Commercial Crops, Fruits and Vegetables, and Other Applications). The report offers the market size and forecasts in value in (USD) for all the above segments.
| Origin | |
| Synthetic | |
| Bio-based |
| Type | |
| Herbicide | |
| Fungicide | |
| Insecticide | |
| Nematicide | |
| Molluscicide | |
| Others |
| Application | |
| Grains and Cereals | |
| Pulses and Oilseeds | |
| Fruits and Vegetables | |
| Commercial Crops | |
| Other Applications |
Russia Crop Protection Chemicals Market Research FAQs
How big is the Russia Crop Protection Chemicals Market?
The Russia Crop Protection Chemicals Market size is expected to reach USD 1.78 billion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 5% to reach USD 2.28 billion by 2029.
What is the current Russia Crop Protection Chemicals Market size?
In 2024, the Russia Crop Protection Chemicals Market size is expected to reach USD 1.78 billion.
Who are the key players in Russia Crop Protection Chemicals Market?
Bayer CropScience AG, Syngenta International AG, BASF SE, Corteva Agriscience and Adama Ltd are the major companies operating in the Russia Crop Protection Chemicals Market.
What years does this Russia Crop Protection Chemicals Market cover, and what was the market size in 2023?
In 2023, the Russia Crop Protection Chemicals Market size was estimated at USD 1.69 billion. The report covers the Russia Crop Protection Chemicals Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Russia Crop Protection Chemicals Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Russia Crop Protection Chemicals Industry Report
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