North America Crop Protection Chemicals Market by Type (Synthetic [Herbicides, Insecticides], Biological [Bioinsecticides, Bioherbicides]), Formulation (Liquid, Dry), Mode of Application (Seed Treatment, Soil Treatment), Crop Type - Forecast to 2030

The North America Crop Protection Chemicals Market is expected to reach $14.08 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 4% from 2024 to 2030, while in terms of volume, the market is expected to reach 1,299,600.5 tons by 2030, at a CAGR of 3% from 2024 to 2030. The growth in organic farming & the rising demand for organic food, increasing awareness about environmental safety, rising government initiatives to promote the use of biopesticides, increasing demand for low-cost crop protection solutions, and rapidly decreasing arable land are the key factors driving the growth of the North America crop protection chemicals market. Furthermore, an increasing focus on integrated pest management and the growing adoption of biological seed treatments are expected to offer significant opportunities for the players operating in this market.

Key Players

The report includes a competitive landscape based on an extensive assessment of the key growth strategies adopted by leading market participants in the North America crop protection chemicals market between 2020 and 2024. The key players profiled in this North America crop protection chemicals market study are BASF SE (Germany), Bayer AG (Germany), Corteva, Inc. (U.S.), FMC Corporation (U.S.), Novozymes A/S (Denmark), Nufarm Limited (Australia), Syngenta AG (Switzerland), Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd. (Japan), American Vanguard Corporation (U.S.), UPL Limited (India), ADAMA Agricultural Solutions Ltd. (Israel), Pro Farm Group (U.S.), Gowan Company LLC (U.S.), BioWorks, Inc. (U.S.), and Vive Crop Protection, Inc. (Canada).

Click here to: Get Free Sample Pages of this Report

Growth in Organic Farming & the Rising Demand for Organic Food to Boost the Growth of the North America Crop Protection Chemicals Market

Nowadays, the prevalence of synthetic crop protection chemicals continues in North America. However, an emerging preference for biological crop protection chemicals has been observed in recent years, primarily due to the rapid adoption of sustainable agricultural practices, such as integrated pest management (IPM) techniques and organic farming.

Biological crop protection chemicals are naturally occurring compounds or agents obtained from animals, plants, and microorganisms such as bacteria, cyanobacteria, and microalgae and control agricultural pests and pathogens. Products such as genes or metabolites from these biocontrol agents can prevent crop damage. Biological crop protection chemicals are advantageous to their counterparts, traditional chemical pesticides, as they are eco-friendly and host-specific. As consumers are increasingly becoming aware of chemicals used in food production and the potential hazards of chemical residue on food, they support chemical-free production alternatives. These factors are expected to drive the growers to organic farming, leading to increased adoption of biological crop protection chemicals as it is a safe alternative to synthetic crop protection chemicals used for crop protection.

According to the Research Institute of Organic Agriculture (FiBL) (2022), in 2020, 3.7 million hectares (5% of global organic agricultural land) of farmland were under organic cultivation in North America, an increase from 24.0% compared to the last decade. North American consumers are paying greater attention to purchasing high-quality and healthy products, especially organically certified products. Thus, the rising consumer concerns over food safety drive the consumption of organic products, leading to more use of biological crop protection chemicals than synthetic crop protection chemicals.

Thus, due to the rising demand for organic food and growing organic agriculture, the demand for biological crop protection chemicals in North America is increasing. This growing demand for biological crop protection chemicals is expected to drive the growth of the crop protection chemicals market in North America.

Rising Demand for Low-Cost Crop Protection Solutions to Drive the Growth of the North America Crop Protection Chemicals Market

Crop protection chemicals help keep plants healthy and allow for maintaining sustainable yields. Crop protection chemicals provide farmers with advanced and sustainable ways to keep their plants healthy from sowing to harvest. The rising demand for low-cost crop protection solutions is driven by several factors, including food security, sustainable agriculture, climate change impacts, technological advances and innovation, and government support and policy.

Food Security: With the growing North America population, there is a demand for increased food production. To meet this demand, farmers need effective and affordable crop protection solutions that can combat pests, diseases, and weeds that significantly reduce crop yields.

Sustainable Agriculture: There is a growing emphasis on sustainable agricultural practices that minimize environmental impacts. Sustainable agriculture is based on the use of biological pesticides and alternative methods such as integrated pest management (IPM) techniques.

Climate Change Impacts: Climate change poses additional challenges for agriculture, as it can lead to the spread of new pests and diseases. Affordable crop protection solutions help farmers adapt to changing climatic conditions and mitigate the risks associated with these challenges.

Technological Advances and Innovation: Advances in technology and innovation have the potential to revolutionize crop protection practices. The development of low-cost, easy-to-use technologies, such as biological controls, precision agriculture tools, and digital solutions, can provide cost-effective alternatives to conventional crop protection methods.

Government Support and Policy: Governments and agricultural organizations play a crucial role in promoting the development and adoption of low-cost crop protection solutions. Supportive policies, subsidies, and research funding can encourage the development of innovative and affordable solutions for farmers.

Thus, addressing the rising demand for low-cost crop protection solutions is essential for sustainable agriculture, food security, and farmers' livelihood. Continued research, technological advancements, and collaborations among stakeholders are key to meeting this demand and ensuring the availability of low-cost crop protection solutions.

Key Findings in the North America Crop Protection Chemicals Market Study:

In 2024, the Synthetic Crop Protection Chemicals Segment to Dominate the North America Crop Protection Chemicals Market

Based on type, in 2024, the synthetic crop protection chemicals segment is expected to account for the larger share of the North America crop protection chemicals market. The large market share of this segment is attributed to its ease of availability, high efficiency, and lower cost than biological products. Additionally, synthetic crop protection chemicals are generally more effective than natural or organic counterparts and can be produced at comparatively lower costs, thus making them an attractive option for many farmers.

However, the biological crop protection chemicals segment is projected to witness significant growth during the forecast period of 2024–2030. The rapid growth of this segment is mainly driven by the increasing adoption of organic farming, growing environmental and public health concerns regarding the use of chemical crop protection products, high demand for chemical residue-free agricultural products, and the initiatives by governments worldwide to promote the use of biological crop protection products.

In 2024, the Liquid Formulation Segment to Dominate the North America Crop Protection Chemicals Market

Based on formulation, in 2024, the liquid formulation segment is expected to account for the larger share of the North America crop protection chemicals market. The large market share of this segment is attributed to the uniform & easy application of liquid formulation, better performance, and higher effective duration (up to 6 months) than dry form (up to 3 months). In addition, the liquid form crop protection chemicals are also cheaper than dry formulation crop protection chemicals and are easily mixed with any other crop enhancer, boosting the demand for the same.

The Seed Treatment Segment to Witness Highest Demand During the Forecast Period

Based on the mode of application, in 2024, the foliar spray segment is expected to account for the largest share of the North America crop protection chemicals market. The large market share of this segment is attributed to the high efficiency in the application, uniform distribution of chemicals, and minimum to no wastage of crop protection chemicals in the foliar spray mode of application.   

However, the seed treatment segment is projected to witness significant growth during the forecast period of 2024–2030. The rapid growth of this segment is mainly driven by the increased germination and uniform seedling emergence, safety, and pest resistance advantages with the use of the seed treatment technique. In this method, microbial pesticides are often applied with chemical pesticides, as chemical pesticides provide early-season control, and microbial pesticides provide extended control.

In 2024, the Fruits & Vegetables Segment to Dominate the North America Crop Protection Chemicals Market

Based on crop type, in 2024, the fruits & vegetables segment is expected to account for the largest share of the North America crop protection chemicals market. The large market share of this segment is attributed to the growing urbanization and increased adoption of healthy lifestyles, the growing demand for chemical residue-free organic fruits & vegetables, and the increasing financial losses due to diseases affecting fruit & vegetable crops.

In 2024, the U.S. is Expected to Dominate the North America Crop Protection Chemicals Market

Based on country, the North America crop protection chemicals market is segmented into the U.S. and Canada. In 2024, the U.S. is expected to account for the largest share of the North America crop protection chemicals market. The large share of this market is mainly attributed to the declining arable land, increasing support and encouragement of the government, and the need for improved agricultural productivity. Moreover, the increasing importance of organic farming and the consumption of organic products are other factors propelling the market growth in the country.

Scope of the Report:

North America Crop Protection Chemicals Market Assessment, by Type

• Synthetic Crop Protection Chemicals
  • Herbicides
    • Glyphosates
      • Potassium Glyphosate
      • Isopropylamine Glyphosate
      • Other Salts of Glyphosate
    • Acetochlor
    • 2,4-D
    • Atrazine
    • Other Herbicides
  • Insecticides
    • Organophosphates
    • Pyrethroids
    • Carbamates
    • Organochlorides
    • Other Insecticides
  • Fungicides
    • Triazole
    • Strobilurins
    • Chloronitriles
    • Dithiocarbamates
    • Phenylamides
    • Benzimidazoles
    • Other Fungicides
  • Other Synthetic Crop Protection Chemicals
• Biological Crop Protection Chemicals
  • Bioinsecticides
  • Biofungicides
  • Bionematicides
  • Bioherbicides
  • Other Biological Crop Protection Chemicals

North America Crop Protection Chemicals Market Assessment, by Formulation             

• Liquid Formulation
• Dry Formulation

North America Crop Protection Chemicals Market Assessment, by Mode of Application 

• Foliar Spray
• Seed Treatment
• Soil Treatment
• Other Modes of Application

North America Crop Protection Chemicals Market Assessment, by Crop Type

• Cereals & Grains
  • Maize/Corn
  • Wheat
  • Other Cereals & Grains 
• Oilseeds & Pulses
• Fruits & Vegetables
• Other Crops 

North America Crop Protection Chemicals Market Assessment, by Country

• U.S.
• Canada

Key Questions Answered in the Report: