US Insecticide Market Size
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Study Period | 2017 - 2029 |
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Market Size (2024) | USD 7.64 Billion |
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Market Size (2029) | USD 9.58 Billion |
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Largest Share by Application Mode | Foliar |
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CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 4.65 % |
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Fastest Growing by Application Mode | Seed Treatment |
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Market Concentration | Low |
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US Insecticide Market Analysis
The US Insecticide Market size is estimated at 7.64 billion USD in 2024, and is expected to reach 9.58 billion USD by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 4.65% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
7.64 Billion
Market Size in 2024 (USD)
9.58 Billion
Market Size in 2029 (USD)
6.12 %
CAGR (2017-2023)
4.65 %
CAGR (2024-2029)
Largest Segment by Application Mode
56.48 %
value share, Foliar, 2023
The dominance of the foliar mode is due to the increased adoption of foliar application as part of better crop management practices and effectiveness in controlling the target pests.
Largest Segment by Crop Type
44.73 %
value share, Grains & Cereals, 2023
The grains and cereals sector experienced substantial growth in the consumption of insecticides, which is attributed to the higher cultivation area and increased pest infestations.
Fastest-Growing Segment by Crop Type
4.85 %
Projected CAGR, Grains & Cereals, 2024-2029
Higher cultivation areas and increased pest infestations lead to higher consumption of insecticides in the grains and cereals segment to achieve higher yields.
Leading Market Player 1
6.39 %
market share, FMC Corporation, 2022
FMC has entered into a long-term agreement with UPL, under which FMC grants access to its insecticide active ingredient to use in UPL's product formulations.
Leading Market Player 2
4.42 %
market share, Syngenta Group, 2022
Syngenta AG has launched a new insecticidal active ingredient with PLINAZOLIN® technology, which controls difficult pests in various crops with targeted spray programs.
The foliar application mode is a common and effective way of applying insecticides for preventive and curative reasons
- Apart from climate change, insect pests cause major damage to the country's agriculture sector. Farmers in the country are adopting various strategies, among which the application of chemical insecticides has been the most effective in controlling pest infestations and enhancing plant productivity. Farmers are utilizing different application modes for insecticide application based on the crop type, insect pests, and their effects.
- Among all application modes, the foliar application of insecticides holds the majority share in the US insecticide market, amounting to 56.4% in 2022. This is a traditional and effective way of controlling foliar insect pests by directly targeting them, as it reduces their population by killing them with rapid action. During the forecast period, the application mode is projected to register a CAGR of 4.7% in the US insecticide market.
- Insecticide seed treatment is the segment occupying the next largest market share. It is also the fastest-growing application mode as it effectively controls soil-borne pests in major crops like wheat and maize and reduces pesticide usage in future growth stages. The market for this application mode is expected to record a CAGR of 4.9%.
- Grain and cereal crop growers are majorly adopting all application methods in their cultivation based on the crop stage and insect pests, as these crops are more susceptible to insect pests. Foliar insecticide application is majorly adopted by the farmers of these crops.
- All the application methods are effective in their way of usage to control the insect pests causing damage to the crops. The US insecticide market is expected to grow with an estimated CAGR of 4.6% during the forecast period (2023-2029).
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US Insecticide Market Trends
Increasing pest pressure is driving the demand for insecticides in the country
- The consumption of insecticides in the United States per hectare experienced a significant increase of 17.1% from 2017 to 2022. This notable surge can be attributed to a variety of factors that have influenced the usage of insecticides in the country, including the expansion of intensive farming practices and increased pest pressures in certain regions.
- Crop losses and yield reduction caused by pests have become a major concern for farmers. For instance, in the case of wheat, one of the significant field crops in the United States, the yield witnessed a decrease from 3,200 thousand g/ha in 2018 to 2,978.2 thousand g/ha in 2021, primarily due to factors such as pest infestations. Such losses in crop productivity pose a significant threat to food security and necessitate the use of insecticides to mitigate the damage caused by pests.
- Invasive insects and pathogens contribute to the need for increased insecticide usage. Crop and forest production losses resulting from these invasive species have been estimated at almost USD 40 billion annually. To combat these detrimental effects, farmers have to resort to insecticides to protect their crops and mitigate economic losses.
- Additionally, the development of resistance among pests toward certain pesticides is a growing concern. Over time, pests can adapt and become resistant to the effects of certain insecticides, rendering them less effective. This necessitates higher application rates or more frequent use of insecticides to achieve the desired level of pest control, further driving up the consumption of these chemicals.
- Therefore, increasing crop losses, reduction of yield, and the growing demand for food are expected to drive the growth of the US insecticide market.
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The effectiveness of cypermethrin in controlling various insects and fluctuations in import tariffs are driving its prices
- In 2022, the price of cypermethrin was USD 21.2 thousand per metric ton. It has been widely adopted in the agricultural industry for its effectiveness in controlling various types of insects, including aphids, beetles, spotted ball worms, pink ball worms, early spot borers, and hairy caterpillars. Its effectiveness has made it a popular choice for farmers seeking to protect their crops from pests and ensure a successful harvest.
- Imidacloprid is a powerful neonicotinoid insecticide with effective systemic and residual properties. It can control a wide range of insects, including aphids, cane beetles, thrips, stink bugs, locusts, and a variety of other insects that damage crops. It is also used as a seed treatment to protect emerging plants from pests and is often used to control soil-dwelling pests that can damage young plants as they germinate and grow. Products containing imidacloprid are sold in various formulations, including liquid and solid concentrates. Due to its plant compatibility and low application rates, it is a popular choice among farmers. The price of this active ingredient was valued at a price of USD 17.2 thousand per metric ton in 2022.
- In agricultural production, malathion is an organophosphate insecticide that is used to control a wide variety of food and feed crops to control many types of insects such as aphids, fleas, leafhoppers, Japanese beetles, and other insect pests on a number of crops. Five crops that are extensively grown in the United States that use malathion frequently are cherry tomato, broccoli, mulberry, cranberry, and fig. It was priced at USD 12.6 thousand per metric ton in 2022.
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US Insecticide Industry Overview
The US Insecticide Market is fragmented, with the top five companies occupying 20.55%. The major players in this market are BASF SE, Bayer AG, Corteva Agriscience, FMC Corporation and Syngenta Group (sorted alphabetically).
US Insecticide Market Leaders
BASF SE
Bayer AG
Corteva Agriscience
FMC Corporation
Syngenta Group
Other important companies include ADAMA Agricultural Solutions Ltd., American Vanguard Corporation, Nufarm Ltd, Sumitomo Chemical Co. Ltd, UPL Limited.
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order.
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US Insecticide Market News
- January 2023: Bayer formed a new partnership with Oerth Bio to enhance crop protection technology and create more eco-friendly crop protection solutions.
- May 2022: UPL partnered with Bayer for Spirotetramat insecticide to develop new pest management solutions. Through this long-term global data access and supply agreement with Bayer, specifically for addressing farmer demands regarding resistance management and difficult-to-control sucking pests, UPL will develop, register, and distribute new unique solutions, including Spirotetramat, using its experience in insecticides and worldwide research and development network.
- November 2021: Syngenta Crop Protection introduced the Plinazolin technology, a new active ingredient with a unique Mode of Action (IRAC Group 30) for insect control to assist farmers in protecting their crops from a variety of pests.
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US Insecticide Market Report - Table of Contents
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & KEY FINDINGS
REPORT OFFERS
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. Study Assumptions & Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Study
1.3. Research Methodology
2. KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS
2.1. Consumption Of Pesticide Per Hectare
2.2. Pricing Analysis For Active Ingredients
2.3. Regulatory Framework
2.3.1. United States
2.4. Value Chain & Distribution Channel Analysis
3. MARKET SEGMENTATION (includes market size in Value in USD and Volume, Forecasts up to 2029 and analysis of growth prospects)
3.1. Application Mode
3.1.1. Chemigation
3.1.2. Foliar
3.1.3. Fumigation
3.1.4. Seed Treatment
3.1.5. Soil Treatment
3.2. Crop Type
3.2.1. Commercial Crops
3.2.2. Fruits & Vegetables
3.2.3. Grains & Cereals
3.2.4. Pulses & Oilseeds
3.2.5. Turf & Ornamental
4. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
4.1. Key Strategic Moves
4.2. Market Share Analysis
4.3. Company Landscape
4.4. Company Profiles (includes Global level Overview, Market level overview, Core Business Segments, Financials, Headcount, Key Information, Market Rank, Market Share, Products and Services, and analysis of Recent Developments)
4.4.1. ADAMA Agricultural Solutions Ltd.
4.4.2. American Vanguard Corporation
4.4.3. BASF SE
4.4.4. Bayer AG
4.4.5. Corteva Agriscience
4.4.6. FMC Corporation
4.4.7. Nufarm Ltd
4.4.8. Sumitomo Chemical Co. Ltd
4.4.9. Syngenta Group
4.4.10. UPL Limited
5. KEY STRATEGIC QUESTIONS FOR CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS CEOS
6. APPENDIX
6.1. Global Overview
6.1.1. Overview
6.1.2. Porter’s Five Forces Framework
6.1.3. Global Value Chain Analysis
6.1.4. Market Dynamics (DROs)
6.2. Sources & References
6.3. List of Tables & Figures
6.4. Primary Insights
6.5. Data Pack
6.6. Glossary of Terms
List of Tables & Figures
- Figure 1:
- INSECTICIDE CONSUMPTION PER HECTARE, GRAMS, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2022
- Figure 2:
- ACTIVE INGREDIENT PRICE PER METRIC TON, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2022
- Figure 3:
- INSECTICIDE VOLUME METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 4:
- INSECTICIDE VALUE USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 5:
- INSECTICIDE MARKET BY APPLICATION MODE, METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 6:
- INSECTICIDE MARKET BY APPLICATION MODE, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 7:
- VALUE SHARE OF INSECTICIDE BY APPLICATION MODE, %, UNITED STATES, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 8:
- VOLUME SHARE OF INSECTICIDE BY APPLICATION MODE, %, UNITED STATES, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 9:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH CHEMIGATION, METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 10:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH CHEMIGATION, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 11:
- VALUE SHARE OF CHEMIGATION BY CROP TYPE, %, UNITED STATES, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 12:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH FOLIAR, METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 13:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH FOLIAR, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 14:
- VALUE SHARE OF FOLIAR BY CROP TYPE, %, UNITED STATES, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 15:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH FUMIGATION, METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 16:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH FUMIGATION, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 17:
- VALUE SHARE OF FUMIGATION BY CROP TYPE, %, UNITED STATES, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 18:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH SEED TREATMENT, METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 19:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH SEED TREATMENT, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 20:
- VALUE SHARE OF SEED TREATMENT BY CROP TYPE, %, UNITED STATES, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 21:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH SOIL TREATMENT, METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 22:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH SOIL TREATMENT, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 23:
- VALUE SHARE OF SOIL TREATMENT BY CROP TYPE, %, UNITED STATES, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 24:
- INSECTICIDE MARKET BY CROP TYPE, METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 25:
- INSECTICIDE MARKET BY CROP TYPE, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 26:
- VALUE SHARE OF INSECTICIDE BY CROP TYPE, %, UNITED STATES, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 27:
- VOLUME SHARE OF INSECTICIDE BY CROP TYPE, %, UNITED STATES, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 28:
- INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY COMMERCIAL CROPS, METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 29:
- INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY COMMERCIAL CROPS, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 30:
- VALUE SHARE OF COMMERCIAL CROPS BY APPLICATION MODE, %, UNITED STATES, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 31:
- INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY FRUITS & VEGETABLES, METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 32:
- INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY FRUITS & VEGETABLES, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 33:
- VALUE SHARE OF FRUITS & VEGETABLES BY APPLICATION MODE, %, UNITED STATES, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 34:
- INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY GRAINS & CEREALS, METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 35:
- INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY GRAINS & CEREALS, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 36:
- VALUE SHARE OF GRAINS & CEREALS BY APPLICATION MODE, %, UNITED STATES, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 37:
- INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY PULSES & OILSEEDS, METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 38:
- INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY PULSES & OILSEEDS, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 39:
- VALUE SHARE OF PULSES & OILSEEDS BY APPLICATION MODE, %, UNITED STATES, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 40:
- INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY TURF & ORNAMENTAL, METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 41:
- INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY TURF & ORNAMENTAL, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 42:
- VALUE SHARE OF TURF & ORNAMENTAL BY APPLICATION MODE, %, UNITED STATES, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 43:
- MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES BY NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES, UNITED STATES, 2017-2022
- Figure 44:
- MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES BY NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES, UNITED STATES, 2017-2022
- Figure 45:
- MARKET SHARE OF MAJOR PLAYERS, %, UNITED STATES 2022
US Insecticide Industry Segmentation
Chemigation, Foliar, Fumigation, Seed Treatment, Soil Treatment are covered as segments by Application Mode. Commercial Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Grains & Cereals, Pulses & Oilseeds, Turf & Ornamental are covered as segments by Crop Type.
- Apart from climate change, insect pests cause major damage to the country's agriculture sector. Farmers in the country are adopting various strategies, among which the application of chemical insecticides has been the most effective in controlling pest infestations and enhancing plant productivity. Farmers are utilizing different application modes for insecticide application based on the crop type, insect pests, and their effects.
- Among all application modes, the foliar application of insecticides holds the majority share in the US insecticide market, amounting to 56.4% in 2022. This is a traditional and effective way of controlling foliar insect pests by directly targeting them, as it reduces their population by killing them with rapid action. During the forecast period, the application mode is projected to register a CAGR of 4.7% in the US insecticide market.
- Insecticide seed treatment is the segment occupying the next largest market share. It is also the fastest-growing application mode as it effectively controls soil-borne pests in major crops like wheat and maize and reduces pesticide usage in future growth stages. The market for this application mode is expected to record a CAGR of 4.9%.
- Grain and cereal crop growers are majorly adopting all application methods in their cultivation based on the crop stage and insect pests, as these crops are more susceptible to insect pests. Foliar insecticide application is majorly adopted by the farmers of these crops.
- All the application methods are effective in their way of usage to control the insect pests causing damage to the crops. The US insecticide market is expected to grow with an estimated CAGR of 4.6% during the forecast period (2023-2029).
| Application Mode | |
| Chemigation | |
| Foliar | |
| Fumigation | |
| Seed Treatment | |
| Soil Treatment |
| Crop Type | |
| Commercial Crops | |
| Fruits & Vegetables | |
| Grains & Cereals | |
| Pulses & Oilseeds | |
| Turf & Ornamental |
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Market Definition
- Function - Insecticides are chemicals used to control or prevent insects from damaging the crop and prevent yield loss.
- Application Mode - Foliar, Seed Treatment, Soil Treatment, Chemigation, and Fumigation are the different type of application modes through which crop protection chemicals are applied to the crops.
- Crop Type - This represents the consumption of crop protection chemicals by Cereals, Pulses, Oilseeds, Fruits, Vegetables, Turf, and Ornamental crops.
| Keyword | Definition |
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| IWM | Integrated weed management (IWM) is an approach to incorporate multiple weed control techniques throughout the growing season to give producers the best opportunity to control problematic weeds. |
| Host | Hosts are the plants that form relationships with beneficial microorganisms and help them colonize. |
| Pathogen | A disease-causing organism. |
| Herbigation | Herbigation is an effective method of applying herbicides through irrigation systems. |
| Maximum residue levels (MRL) | Maximum Residue Limit (MRL) is the maximum allowed limit of pesticide residue in food or feed obtained from plants and animals. |
| IoT | The Internet of Things (IoT) is a network of interconnected devices that connect and exchange data with other IoT devices and the cloud. |
| Herbicide-tolerant varieties (HTVs) | Herbicide-tolerant varieties are plant species that have been genetically engineered to be resistant to herbicides used on crops. |
| Chemigation | Chemigation is a method of applying pesticides to crops through an irrigation system. |
| Crop Protection | Crop protection is a method of protecting crop yields from different pests, including insects, weeds, plant diseases, and others that cause damage to agricultural crops. |
| Seed Treatment | Seed treatment helps to disinfect seeds or seedlings from seed-borne or soil-borne pests. Crop protection chemicals, such as fungicides, insecticides, or nematicides, are commonly used for seed treatment. |
| Fumigation | Fumigation is the application of crop protection chemicals in gaseous form to control pests. |
| Bait | A bait is a food or other material used to lure a pest and kill it through various methods, including poisoning. |
| Contact Fungicide | Contact pesticides prevent crop contamination and combat fungal pathogens. They act on pests (fungi) only when they come in contact with the pests. |
| Systemic Fungicide | A systemic fungicide is a compound taken up by a plant and then translocated within the plant, thus protecting the plant from attack by pathogens. |
| Mass Drug Administration (MDA) | Mass drug administration is the strategy to control or eliminate many neglected tropical diseases. |
| Mollusks | Mollusks are pests that feed on crops, causing crop damage and yield loss. Mollusks include octopi, squid, snails, and slugs. |
| Pre-emergence Herbicide | Preemergence herbicides are a form of chemical weed control that prevents germinated weed seedlings from becoming established. |
| Post-emergence Herbicide | Postemergence herbicides are applied to the agricultural field to control weeds after emergence (germination) of seeds or seedlings. |
| Active Ingredients | Active ingredients are the chemicals in pesticide products that kill, control, or repel pests. |
| United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) | The Department of Agriculture provides leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, and related issues. |
| Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) | The WSSA, a non-profit professional society, promotes research, education, and extension outreach activities related to weeds. |
| Suspension concentrate | Suspension concentrate (SC) is one of the formulations of crop protection chemicals with solid active ingredients dispersed in water. |
| Wettable powder | A wettable powder (WP) is a powder formulation that forms a suspension when mixed with water prior to spraying. |
| Emulsifiable concentrate | Emulsifiable concentrate (EC) is a concentrated liquid formulation of pesticide that needs to be diluted with water to create a spray solution. |
| Plant-parasitic nematodes | Parasitic Nematodes feed on the roots of crops, causing damage to the roots. These damages allow for easy plant infestation by soil-borne pathogens, which results in crop or yield loss. |
| Australian Weeds Strategy (AWS) | The Australian Weeds Strategy, owned by the Environment and Invasives Committee, provides national guidance on weed management. |
| Weed Science Society of Japan (WSSJ) | WSSJ aims to contribute to the prevention of weed damage and the utilization of weed value by providing the chance for research presentation and information exchange. |
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