Tuesday, June 2, 2020

Artificial Grass Market to Showcase Continued Growth in the Coming Years

The report "Artificial Grass Market by Installation (Flooring, Wall Cladding), Fiber Base Material (Polyethylene, Polypropylene, Nylon), Application (Contact Sports, Non-contact Sports, Leisure, Landscaping), Infill Material, and Region - Global Forecast to 2022", The artificial grass market is estimated to be valued at USD 3.20 Billion in 2017 and is projected to reach USD 4.45 Billion by 2022, at a CAGR of 6.8% during the forecast period. The market is driven by factors such as increased applications in the landscaping space, replacement of natural grass with artificial grass in sports fields, and growing popularity of various sports in different regions.

Objectives of the study are as follows:
  • To define, segment, and project the global market size with respect to application, installation, fiber base material, infill material, and key regions
  • To provide detailed information about the major factors influencing the growth of the market (drivers, restraints, opportunities, and industry-specific challenges)
  • To analyze the opportunities in the market for stakeholders and provide the competitive landscape of the market leaders
  • To project the size of the market and its submarkets, in terms of value and volume, with respect to the regions (along with the key countries)
  • To strategically profile the key players and comprehensively analyze their market position and core competencies
  • To analyze the competitive developments such as expansions & investments, mergers & acquisitions, and new product developments in the artificial grass market

Based on installation, the market has been segmented into flooring and wall cladding. The flooring segment dominated the market in terms of both value and volume in 2016. Rising popularity and acceptance of synthetic sports fields for indoor as well as outdoor sports, along with extended applications in landscaping are the key factors that drive the flooring segment in the artificial grass market. In developed countries, the backing of advanced technologies with regard to product development and sports infrastructure development has fueled the demand for artificial grass.

Based on fiber base material, the market has been segmented into polyethylene, polypropylene, and nylon. The polyethylene segment is estimated to account for the largest share of the market in 2017. It is widely preferred by various artificial grass manufacturers due to due to its durability, softness, and resiliency, which is required for technically demanding contact sports pitches.

Based on application, the artificial grass market has been segmented into contact sports, non-contact sports, landscaping, and leisure. The contact sports segment is estimated to be the largest segment in 2017 and this trend is expected to continue through the forecast period owing to factors such as the increase in number of football pitches across the world, increase in investments in hockey in countries such as India, and growth in popularity of American football in the US.

In 2017, Europe is estimated to account for the largest share of the artificial grass market. Factors such as the presence of leading artificial grass manufacturers that operate on a global scale such as Tarkett (France), SportGroup (Germany), Victoria PLC (UK), and SIS Pitches (UK) have boosted the demand for artificial grass in the European market. Furthermore, advanced technologies and supporting infrastructure for promoting sports, especially football, also fuels the artificial grass market growth in this region.

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This report includes a study of the marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of the leading companies. It includes the profiles of leading companies such as DowDuPont (US), Tarkett (France), Controlled Products (US), Shaw Industries Group (US), and Victoria PLC (UK). Other players include Act Global (US), SportGroup (Germany), TigerTurf (New Zealand), SIS Pitches (UK), Matrix Turf (US), Nurteks Hali (Turkey), Soccer Grass (Brazil), Limonta (Italy), Sportlink (Brazil), and El Espartano (Argentina).

Target Audience:
  • Artificial grass manufacturers and equipment suppliers
  • Artificial grass traders, distributors, importers, exporters, and suppliers
  • Yarn manufacturers
  • Commercial research & development (R&D) organizations, turf recycling organizations, and financial institutions
  • Artificial grass installers, infill solution providers, architects, sports field engineers, and polymer manufacturers

Top Trends in the Agricultural Biologicals Market: Growth Opportunities and Recent Developments

The report "Top Trends in the Agricultural Biologicals Market by Agricultural Biologicals, Biocontrols, Biofungicides, Bioinsecticides, Bionematicides, Biostimulants, Biofertilizers, Agricultural Inoculants, Agricultural Pheromones, Biological Seed Treatment - Global Forecast to 2025", is projected to grow at a CAGR of 13.7% from an estimated value of USD 9.9 billion in 2020 to reach USD 18.9 billion by 2025. The market is driven by factors such as increased awareness towards organic food, growing concerns about the hazards of using chemicals, demand for high-value crops, and increase in awareness about residue levels in food, and favorable regulatory framework for the application of agricultural biologicals products are some of the key drivers for growth in agricultural biologicals market.

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By trends, the biocontrols segment is projected to dominate the agricultural biologicals market during the forecast period.

Biocontrols are expected to be a substitute for conventional chemicals due to the increasing regulations on chemical usage and maximum residue levels (MRLs). The pesticides market is expected to decline, owing to their detrimental effect on the living organisms. Biocontrols not only kills the target pests but also aids in minimizing the number of sprays. The ban on the usage of key pesticides will also drive the market for biocontrols market across the regions.

By trends, the bionematicides segment is projected to be the fastest-growing segment in the agricultural biologicals market during the forecast period.

There has been an increase in the loss of agricultural crops due to root-knot nematodes, globally, every year. Currently, the market for bionematicides is not majorly commercialized, but in the coming years, it poses a great scope. The increasing concerns towards preventing the loss caused by soil-borne insects is fueling the growth of the bionematicides market.

Significant competition to capitalize on the market potential among international manufacturers in the Europe and American regions

The need to maintain a minimum residual level in food products and high growth prospects for organic food has been driving the agricultural biologicals market in these regions. Developed countries adopt modern agricultural practices and have strict regulations to limit excessive agrochemical applications. Therefore, the markets in Europe and North America are influenced by such drivers. The awareness regarding the sustainable benefits of biologicals has promoted the growth in developing countries such as Asia Pacific and South America.

This report includes a study of the marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolio of leading companies. These companies include BASF SE (Germany), Bayer AG (Germany), UPL (India), Marrone Bio Innovations (US), Corteva AgriSciences (US), Valent BioSciences (US), Koppert Biological Systems (Netherlands), and Certis USA LLC (US), which are some of the well-established and financially stable players that have been operating in the industry for several years. Other players include Valagro S.P.A. (Italy), Syngenta AG (Switzerland), Stockton Bio-AG (Israel), Valent BioSciences (US), and Rizobacter Argentina (Argentina), among others.


Key questions addressed by the report:
  • Who are some of the key players operating in the agricultural biologicals market, and how intense is the competition?
  • What kind of competitors and stakeholders would be interested in this market? What will be their go-to-market strategy, and which emerging market will be of significant interest?
  • How are the current R&D activities and M&A’s in the agricultural biologicals market projected to create a disrupting environment in the coming years?

Upcoming Growth Trends in the Tartaric Acid Market

The report "Tartaric Acid Market by Source (Grapes & Sun-dried Raisins, Maleic Anhydride), Type (Natural, Synthetic), Application (Food & Beverages, Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetics & Personal Care Products), and Region - Global Forecast to 2022", The tartaric acid market is estimated to be valued at USD 215.7 Million in 2017 and is projected to reach USD 285.6 Million by 2022, at a CAGR of 5.77%. The market is driven by multiple functionalities across different industries, R&D and technological innovations, and growth in the wine industry.


Food & beverages segment is estimated to be the largest in 2016

The tartaric acid market, by application, was dominated by the food & beverages segment. It is also projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period, followed by the pharmaceuticals segment. Consumption of tartaric acid in food & beverages is expected to grow, along with the increasing demand for processed food and ready-to-drink beverages, and improvements in living standards in developing markets, including countries in the Asia Pacific region. Tartaric acid has a larger role to play in winemaking and the finished product of wine, where acids are an important component. Tartaric acid is present in both wine and grapes, which have direct influences on the color, balance, and taste of the wine.

Natural segment is projected to be the fastest-growing during the forecast period

The natural tartaric acid segment is projected to be the fastest-growing during the forecast period, due to its high usage in applications such food & beverages, especially in the wine industry, resulting in an exponential increase in the consumption and production. Tartaric acid is mostly used in the wine industry due to the major role it plays in maintaining the chemical stability of the wine, controlling the acidity of wine and its color, and finally in influencing the taste of the finished wine.

Asia Pacific is projected to be the fastest-growing market during the forecast period

The market in the Asia Pacific region is driven by China and Japan, the two economic giants. The relatively low operational costs in this region enable manufacturers to have competitive pricing on a global platform. In this region, less stringent regulations are in place regarding the trade and domestic marketing of tartaric acid. The rising disposable incomes and the growing demand for processed and packaged food have impacted the overall food & beverages industry in the Asia Pacific region. Tartaric acid is used as an acidulant and preservative in food products; hence, the growth of the food & beverage industry has a direct impact on the demand for tartaric acid.

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This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of leading companies. It includes the profiles of leading service companies such as Caviro Group (Italy), ATP Group (US), Merck (Germany), Omkar Specialty Chemicals (India), Changmao Biochemical Engineering (China), Tarac Technologies (Australia), PAHI (Spain), Distillerie Mazzari (Italy), Distillerie Bonollo (Italy), Derivados Vinicos (Argentina), Industrias Vinicas (US), and Tártaros Gonzalo Castelló (Spain).

Targeted Audience:
  • Food & beverage regulatory organizations
  • Tartaric acid manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and retailers
  • Food & beverage product manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and retailers

Monday, June 1, 2020

Wheat Protein Market: Growth Opportunities and Recent Developments

The global wheat protein market is estimated at USD 2.04 Billion in 2017 and is projected to reach USD 2.58 Billion by 2022, at a CAGR of 4.8% from 2017. The wheat protein market has been largely driven by the growing demand for bakery products, the increasing popularity of plant-based foods, wheat protein being a suitable alternative for non-animal protein among vegans coupled with nutritional benefits for lactose-intolerant consumers.

Objectives of the study are as follows:
  • To define, segment, and project the global wheat protein market size with respect to product, application, form, and key regions
  • To provide detailed information about the major factors influencing the growth of the market (drivers, restraints, opportunities, and industry-specific challenges)
  • To analyze the opportunities in the market for stakeholders and provide the competitive landscape of the market leaders
  • To project the size of the market and its submarkets, in terms of value and volume, with respect to the regions (along with the key countries)
  • To strategically profile the key players and comprehensively analyze their market position and core competencies
  • To analyze the competitive developments such as expansions & investments, mergers & acquisitions, and new product developments in the wheat protein market
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On the basis of product, the market has been segmented into wheat gluten, wheat protein isolate, textured wheat protein, and hydrolyzed wheat protein. Wheat gluten dominated the global wheat protein market, in terms of both, value and volume. The wide range of functionalities of wheat gluten such as viscoelasticity, texturing, foaming, emulsification, and binding leads to its wide-scale usage in bakery products. Its role as an excellent meat alternative for consumers preferring vegetarian food products is expected to drive its demand during the forecast period. The appearance & texturing functionalities in meat products are expected to fuel the growth of textured wheat protein.

Based on application, the global market has been segmented into bakery & snacks, pet food, nutritional bars & cereals, processed meat, meat analogs, and others (dairy products, cosmetics, pasta, and noodles). The bakery & snacks segments held a dominant share in terms of both value and volume. The pet food segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period. The growing expenditure on pet food products along with pet humanization in economies such as India and the US is expected to drive the wheat protein market growth in the pet food segment.

In 2017, Europe is estimated to account for the largest share of the wheat protein market. Factors such as the growing investments by major players in the bakery industry, growing trend of vegan diets, and abundant availability raw materials such as wheat in this region have boosted the demand for wheat protein products in the European market. Furthermore, increased demand for bakery items such as cakes, pastries, and cookies will also drive the demand for wheat protein in the region.

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This report includes a study of the marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of the leading companies. It includes the profiles of leading companies such as ADM (US), Cargill (US), Agrana (Austria), MGP Ingredients (US), and Manildra Group (Australia). Other players include Roquette (France), Glico Nutrition (Japan), Crespel & Deiters (Germany), Kröner-Stärke (Germany), Tereos Syral (Germany), CropEnergies (Germany), and Gluten y Almidones Industriales (Mexico).

Target Audience:
  • Wheat protein producers, suppliers, distributors, importers, and exporters
  • Food & beverage manufacturers, manufacturers of animal feed products, food ingredient manufacturers, and researcher organizations
  • Related government authorities, commercial research & development (R&D) institutions, and other regulatory bodies
  • Trade associations and industry bodies such as International Wheat Gluten Association (IWGA), and Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)

Biological Seed Treatment Market to Witness Unprecedented Growth in Coming Years

The report "Biological Seed Treatment Market by Type (Microbials and Botanicals), Crop (Corn, Wheat, Soybean, Cotton, Sunflower, and Vegetable Crops), Function (Seed Protection and Seed Enhancement), and Region - Global Forecast to 2022", The biological seed treatment market is projected to reach USD 1,251.4 Million by 2022, from USD 739.3 Million in 2017, at a CAGR of 11.10% from 2017. The market is driven by factors such as high demand for sustainable agriculture in the global market, lesser risks of exceeding pesticide MRLs, and insurance to seed investments.


Microbials segment is projected to be the fastest-growing from 2017 to 2022

Microbial seed treatment includes bacterial and fungal seed treatment. Seeds treatment provides an efficient mechanism for the placement of microbial inoculum in the soil environment, where they are appropriately positioned to colonize the seedling & roots and protect them against soil-borne diseases and pests. Thus, the microbials segment is projected to grow at the highest rate during the forecast period.

Corn segment led the market with the largest share in 2016

The demand for biological seed treatment in corn has been witnessing substantial growth in the European and American regions, due to the significant requirement of corn as animal protein and ethanol in the feed and automobile industries, respectively. Thus, the corn segment accounted for the major share in the biological seed treatment market.

Opportunity: Bio encapsulation technologies for improved environmental persistence

Research and developments in the field of agricultural practices have been moving toward the production of inoculants, which could eventually lead to the advent of improved and advanced formulations to ease application processes and improve the viability of products. Conventional forms of formulations, solid or liquid, lead to several problems related to the low viability of microorganisms during the storage and application process. However, this problem can be addressed by the immobilization of microorganisms. This immobilization highly improves the shelf-life and efficacy of the formulation, keeping it viable for a longer duration. Bioencapsulation technologies could also result in a controlled microbial release, thereby improving application efficacy. Such technologies have the ability of greatly improving the persistence of biological seed treatments in the soil environment and thereby, leading to a thriving market for the product.

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North America is projected to be the fastest-growing market

The major reason for the biological seed treatment market experiencing such a high growth rate is the highly streamlined product registration process, which makes it easier for most private companies to launch their products easily. Lower investment requirement and limited gestation period involved in the development and commercialization of biological products are key factors attracting a large number of startup companies in the industry. Additionally, growing awareness among consumers against synthetic chemicals has also led to a higher adoption of these products.

This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of leading companies. It also includes the profiles of leading companies such as BASF (Germany), Bayer (Germany), Syngenta (Switzerland), Monsanto (US), DuPont (US), Valent BioSciences (US), Verdesian Life Sciences (US), Plant Health Care (US), Precision Laboratories (US), Koppert (Netherlands), Italpollina (Italy), and Incotec (Netherlands).

Recent Developments:
  • In March 2019, Corteva Agriscience (formerly known as DowDuPont) inaugurated new center of technologies applied to seed in Aussonne (France), this would help company to enhance yield of farmers in this region. 
  • In September 2018, Plant Health Care launched Harpin αβ product for seed treatment applications to corn, this would help the company to tap huge market for corn spread over more than 90 million acres.
  • In July 2017, Syngenta and Valagro (Italy) signed an agreement under the terms of which Valagro would supply biostimulants to Syngenta for seed treatments. With the combined expertise of the two companies, Syngenta was expected to launch EPIVIO Energy by 2018.
  • In July 2017, Bayer launched two inoculant technologies for seed treatment in Brazil. Bayer in partnership with Novozymes, developed the inoculant TSI, for industrial seed treatment. For the on-farm seed treatment, inoculant Biagro 10 and Biagro Líquido NG were launched by the company.

Latest Regulatory Trends Impacting the Fruit & Vegetable Processing Market

The global fruit & vegetable processing market is estimated to be valued at USD 245.97 Billion in 2017 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.1% from 2017, to reach USD 346.05 Billion by 2022. The global fruit & vegetable processing market comprises the global fruit & vegetable processing equipment market and processed fruits & vegetables market. The market for fruit & vegetable processing is showing significant growth with the increase in the number of distribution channels such as supermarkets and hypermarkets and rising middle-class population & disposable income in developing economies such as China, India, and Mexico. The growing investments in automation development of processing technology along with freezing and packaging technology across the globe are the leading factors that contribute to the demand for fruit & vegetable processing equipment, worldwide.

Objectives of the study are as follows:
  • To define, segment, and project the global fruit & vegetable processing equipment market size, with respect to type, operation type, and key regions.
  • To define, segment, and project the global processed fruits & vegetables market size with respect to type, product type, and key regions.
  • To provide detailed information about the major factors influencing the growth of the market (drivers, restraints, opportunities, and industry-specific challenges)
  • To analyze the opportunities in the market for stakeholders and provide the competitive landscape of the market leaders
  • To project the size of the market and its submarkets, in terms of value and volume, with respect to the regions (along with the key countries)
  • To strategically profile key players and comprehensively analyze their market position and core competencies
  • To analyze the competitive developments such as expansions, acquisitions, joint ventures/partnerships/collaboration, and new product developments in the fruit & vegetable processing market

The fillers segment, by type, dominated the fruit & vegetable processing equipment market in 2016.

The fillers segment is estimated to account for the largest share of the fruit & vegetable processing equipment market in 2017. The rising demand for convenience, easy-to-carry, handle, and store products is driving the demand for automated filling systems and flexible filling technologies. The growth in demand for viscous and semi-viscous products such as tomato paste, fruit concentrates, jams, fruit pulp, and sauces is expected to drive the demand for fillers during the forecast period.

The fruits segment, by type, is projected to be the fastest-growing segment during the forecast period in the processed fruits & vegetables market.

The fruits segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period, in the processed fruits & vegetables market, in terms of value and volume. Various nutritional benefits of fruits and initiatives by government & regulatory bodies such as WHO (Fruit and Vegetable Promotion Initiative) and USDA (Nutrition Assistance Programs) are some of the major factors responsible for the high demand for processed fruits in the market. Moreover, the growing number of supermarkets and hypermarkets that offer value-added fruits in emerging markets such as India, Brazil, Argentina, and East European countries also drives the growth of the fruits segment in the fruit & vegetable processing market.

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Asia Pacific is projected to be the fastest-growing market for processed fruits & vegetables and fruit & vegetable processing equipment.

The Asia Pacific market is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period followed by the South American region. Countries such as India and China are expected to be the major emerging markets for processed fruits & vegetables as well as fruit & vegetable processing equipment. The growth in the purchasing power and the wider availability of freezer units such as IQFs, increasing working population, growing number of distribution channels, and food service industry outlets such as McCain Foods, coupled with the government support in terms of foreign direct investment (FDI) and domestic policies are expected to drive the market growth in these regions.

The market for fruit & vegetable processing equipment is dominated by key players such as Bosch (Germany), Buhler (Switzerland), GEA Group (Germany), JBT Corporation (US), and Krones (Germany), while the market for processed fruits & vegetables is dominated by Conagra Brands (US), Dole Food (US), Kroger (US), Olam International (Singapore), The Kraft Heinz Company (US), Albertsons (US) Greencore Group (Ireland), and Nestlé (Switzerland).

Target Audience:
  • Raw material suppliers
  • Fruit & vegetable processing companies and suppliers
  • Equipment manufacturers and suppliers for fruit and vegetable processing 
  • Regulatory bodies such as government agencies and NGOs
  • Commercial research & development (R&D) institutions and financial institutions
  • Traders and distributors of processed fruit & vegetables
  • Traders and distributors of fruit & vegetable processing equipment
  • Government organizations and consulting firms
  • Trade associations and industry bodies

Factors Driving the Vitamin & Mineral Premixes Market

Vitamin & mineral premixes are dry or liquid custom blends of a wide range of vitamins, minerals, or combinations of vitamins & minerals, which are used in food & beverages, animal feed, healthcare, and personal care applications for enrichment or fortification purposes with an objective of enhancing the nutritional value of the products. The growth of Vitamin & Mineral Premixes Market is attributed to the growing demand for fortified food & beverage products, the rise in consumption of compound feed, the growing need for food enrichment due to high processing levels of food products, and customized nature & specificity to individual customer requirements.

On the basis of type, the vitamin & mineral combinations segment dominated the global market in 2016, globally, followed by vitamin premixes. The food and feed manufacturers’ inclination toward premixes which are inclusive of all the essential vitamins and minerals, as opposed to opting for various vitamin & mineral premix products, drive the market for vitamin & mineral combinations. The segment is also projected to be the fastest-growing during the forecast period.


The feed segment is estimated to dominate the vitamin & mineral premixes market on the basis of application through the forecast period. Nutritional benefits provided by vitamin and mineral premixes for the maintenance of animal well-being and increase in consumer awareness regarding required pet nutrition globally has resulted in the significant market share of feed applications in the market. 

On the basis of form, the powder segment accounted for the largest share of this market in 2016. Convenience in the packaging of powdered premixes and their comparatively stable nature to liquid form are some of the main factors responsible for the growth of the powder segment in the market. 

The demand for food and feed products with specific health benefits is experiencing growth in the Asia Pacific region owing to the changing lifestyles of customers. The major drivers for vitamin & mineral premixes in this region are the growing regional population; rise in disposable incomes; rapid urbanization, especially in China, India, and Japan; and continuous modernization in the food & feed industry. Rising population and changing consumer tastes & preferences for healthy and sustainable lifestyles drive the growth of the vitamin & mineral premixes market.


This report studies marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of leading companies such as DSM (Netherlands), Corbion (Netherlands), Glanbia (Ireland), Vitablend Nederland (Netherlands), Watson (US), SternVitamin (Germany), The Wright Group (US), Zagro Asia (Singapore), Nutreco (Netherlands), Farbest-Tallman Foods Corporation (US), Burkmann Industries (US), and Bar-Magen (Israel). 

Target Audience: 
  • Associations and industry bodies
  • Commercial research & development (R&D) institutions
  • Food processors and food manufacturers
  • Feed, personal care, and nutraceutical product manufacturers
  • Regulatory bodies such as the Food and Drugs Organization (FDA), the European Commission, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), and the Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ)
  • Commercial research & development (R&D) institutions and financial institutions
  • Importers and exporters of vitamin & mineral premixes
  • Traders, distributors, and raw material suppliers
  • Industry experts