Tuesday, February 9, 2021

Agricultural Adjuvants Market Will Hit Big Revenues In Future

The global agricultural adjuvants market size is projected to reach USD 4.4 billion by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 6.1% from 2020. The growth of the agricultural adjuvants market is driven by factors such as the growing demand for agrochemicals and the adoption of protected agriculture technologies.

Key players in the agricultural adjuvants market include Solvay (Belgium), Evonik Industries (Germany), Nufarm (Australia), and Croda International (UK), Corteva Inc. (US), and BASF (Germany). Product innovation, expansions & investments, mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, and agreements, collaborations, joint ventures, disinvestments, and partnerships were some of the core strengths of the leading players in the agricultural adjuvants market. These strategies were adopted by the key players to increase their market presence. It also helped them diversify their businesses geographically, strengthen their distribution networks, and enhance their product portfolios. Some of the other leading players in the agricultural adjuvants include Miller Chemical and Fertilizer, LLC (US), Precision Laboratories (US), CHS Inc (US), Winfield United (US), Kalo Inc. (US), Nouryon (Netherlands), Huntsman Corporation (US), Clariant (US), Helena Agri-Enterprises (US), Stepan Company (US), Wilbur-Ellis Company (US), Brandt (US), Plant Health Technologies (US), and Innvictis Crop Care (US).


Evonik Industries (Germany) is one of the leading specialty chemical companies. The company operates through business segments that include nutrition & care, performance materials, resource efficiency, services (technology and infrastructure), and corporate. The nutrition & care segment offers specialty chemicals that include amphoteric surfactants, ceramides, phytosphingosine, oleochemical quaternary derivatives, organically modified silicones, superabsorbents, amino acids and amino acid derivatives, synthesis products, pharmaceutical polymers, and DL-methionine. The company has a major presence in Europe, especially Germany, and other regions such as Asia Pacific, North America, and Central & South America.

Solvay (Belgium) is a chemical and advanced materials company and is involved in delivering innovative sustainable products and solutions. The company offers its products & services to diversified markets, which include agro, feed & food, automotive & aerospace, building & construction, consumer goods & healthcare, electrical & electronics, resources & environment, and industrial applications. It offers surfactants under its agro, feed, and food segment. The company has offices across 58 countries at 139 locations, along with 21 major research and innovation centers across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America; this enables it to have a significant global market presence.

Corteva Agriscience operates as a standalone agriculture company with industry expertise in seed technologies, crop protection, and digital agriculture. Globally, the company operates through eight segments—agriculture, performance materials & coatings, industrial intermediate & infrastructure, packaging & specialty plastics, electronics & imaging, nutrition & biosciences, transportation & advanced polymers, and safety & construction. The agriculture segment has a diverse network worldwide, which markets the brands of the company and distributes its products to customers globally. The company ranks fourth in terms of market revenues in the agricultural adjuvants market in 2018, as per the MarketsandMarkets analysis. Adjuvants, particularly surfactants, are offered by the company under its industrial intermediates and infrastructure business segment, in its crop defense chemicals line. Being one of the leaders in crop protection chemicals, the company has a large consumer base for agricultural adjuvant products, and is hence, one of the global market leaders.


Asia Pacific comprises of developing countries with vast agricultural lands; the per capita income of the region depends on agricultural activities. Agricultural technologies are widely accepted and practiced in this region. In Asia Pacific, the total area under agriculture is shrinking due to the high rate of industrialization and urbanization. As a result, farmers opt for practices such as the use of chemical pesticides, which help to increase the yield or productivity of crops. 

Tuesday, February 2, 2021

Food Encapsulation Market to Record Steady Growth by 2025

The global food encapsulation market is estimated to account for USD 9.9 billion in 2020 and is projected to reach USD 14.1 billion by 2025, recording a CAGR of 7.5% during the forecast period. The market is primarily driven by the increasing use of encapsulated flavors in the food and beverage industry and the rising adoption of microencapsulation for functional ingredients.

The polysaccharides segment accounted for the largest share in the North American food encapsulation market in 2019.


The polysaccharides segment accounted for the largest market for shell material in 2018 and is projected to follow the same trend through 2025. Owing to their enormous molecular structure and ability to entrap bioactives, polysaccharides are considered the most-suitable building blocks for delivery systems. On the other hand, the market for the emulsifiers is projected to be the fastest-growing, owing to its ability to provide improved solubility and bioavailability.


The demand for encapsulated vitamins and minerals to remain high during the forecast period.

Vitamins are functional ingredients that are used in food, owing to their specific nutritional properties for varied human body parts. Thus, targeted and controlled release of vitamins often becomes important when added as a food ingredient. Thus, encapsulation is majorly adopted for vitamins for its targeted effect. Also, flavor manufacturers have been adopting this technology at a rapid speed, and hence, the vitamins segment was closely followed by flavors in terms of dominance in the global market.

The physical method of encapsulation is estimated to dominate the market globally for the food industry in 2020.

Food encapsulation demand is targeted by a few ingredient manufacturing companies. With the use of advanced technology, the price of the ingredient rises, and hence, manufacturers prefer low cost-efficient encapsulation methods. Thus, the physical methods are the most in-demand for the encapsulation of food ingredients.

The food encapsulation market in the Asia Pacific region is projected to grow at the highest CAGR from 2019 to 2026.

Factors driving the growth of the Asia Pacific market include the increasing adoption of encapsulated flavors and colors in the beverage and premium food industry. With the rising awareness about the benefits of functional food and dietary supplements among consumers and rising disposable income, consumers have been willing to pay a premium price for value-added products. Thus, manufacturers have been grabbing this opportunity in countries such as China and India to expand their business in the encapsulation market. Also, small enterprises have been delivering generic encapsulated products in the market at competitive prices, which has been further boosting awareness.


Many domestic and global players provide food encapsulation of various ingredients across the world. Few players offer encapsulated ingredients, while few companies offer encapsulation as an extended service for their clients. Major players have their presence in the North American and European countries. Key players operating in this market include FrieslandCampina (Netherlands), DSM (Netherlands), Ingredion Incorporated (US), Kerry Group (Ireland), Cargill (US), Lycored Group (Israel), Balchem Corporation (US), Firmenich Incorporated (Switzerland), BASF SE (Germany), International Flavors and Fragrances Inc. (US), DuPont (US), Symrise AG (Germany), Sensient Technologies Corporation (US), Aveka Group (US), Advanced Bionutrition Corp (US), Encapsys (US), Tastetech Encapsulation Solutions (UK), Sphera Encapsulation (Italy), Clextral (France), and Vitasquare (Netherlands).

Recent Developments:
  • In July 2019, DSM (Netherlands) entered into a joint venture with Evonik (Germany) to produce encapsulated omega-3 fatty acids, reducing the pressure on fish stocks, and supporting the aquaculture industry.
  • In May 2017, Lycored (Israel) entered into a joint venture with a biotechnology company, Algatechnologies (Israel), to distribute Algatech's AstaPure in the form of beadlets, which will help in increasing the brand's commercial reach for this product range in the North American market.
  • In January 2017, DSM (Netherlands) launched a new product, MEG-3, with new encapsulation technology.

Upcoming Growth Trends in the Food & Beverage Metal Cans Market

The report "Food & Beverage Metal Cans Market by Material (Aluminum and Steel), Type (2-Piece and 3-Piece), Degree of Internal Pressure (Pressurized Cans and Vacuum Cans), Application (Food and Beverages), and Region - Global Forecast to 2025",  According to MarketsandMarkets, the food & beverage metal cans market is estimated to be valued at USD 27.6 billion in 2020 and is projected to reach USD 37.0 billion by 2025, recording a CAGR of 6.1%. The rapid growth in awareness toward environmental sustainability and recyclable properties of metal cans are the driving factors for the food & beverage metal cans market.

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By material, the aluminum segment is projected to account for the larger share in the food & beverage metal cans market

The aluminum segment is projected to dominate the market, on the basis of material, during the forecast period. This is attributed to the cost-effectiveness and recycling rates of aluminum. Increasing the use of metal packaging for food & beverages packaging provides a sustainable and environment-friendly solution for packaging in multiple applications. Aluminum cans are convenient to keep in refrigerators and ovens. Changes in consumer preferences are observed for food & beverage packaging. According to the Environmental Protection Agency of the United States (EPA), 1.9 million tons of aluminum packaging was generated for beers and soft drink cans, and 49.2% of aluminum beverage cans were recycled. The metal packaging for the food industry is considered to be safe, which is one of the major factors to support its growth in the market.

By application, the beverages segment accounted for the larger size in the food & beverage metal cans market during the forecast period

Based on the application, the food & beverage metal cans market is segmented into food and beverages. The beverage cans are estimated to account for the larger share, because of the high consumption of carbonated, non-carbonated, and sports & energy drinks. The rise in the consumption of alcoholic beverages leads to the growth of beverage cans market. Moreover, changes in consumer trends toward healthy drinks are driving the market for metal cans during the forecast period.

The Asia Pacific region is projected to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period

The Asia Pacific food & beverage metal cans market is projected to have higher growth potential in the coming years. A large consumer market and increasing disposable income in India and China are driving the growth of the demand for high-quality metal packaging. Also, China is the hub for the manufacture of metal cans and has sufficient manufacturing plants to meet the demand for food & beverage metal packaging. Moreover, rapid urbanization in countries such as India and China are expected to result in high growth of the food & beverage metal cans market in Southeast Asia during the forecast period.


This report includes a study on the marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of the leading companies. It consists of the profiles of leading companies such as Crown Holdings, Inc (US), Ball Corporation (US), Silgan Holdings Inc. (US), Ardagh Group (Luxembourg), CAN-PACK S.A. (Poland), Kian Joo Group (Malaysia), CPMC Holdings Limited (China), Huber Packaging Group GmbH (Germany), CCL Industries (US), Toyo Seikan Group Holdings Ltd (Japan), Universal Can Corporation (Japan), Independent Can Company (US), Mauser Packaging Solution LLC (Germany), Visy (Australia), Lageen Food Packaging (Israel), Massilly Holding S.A.S (France), P. Wilkinson Containers Ltd. (UK), Unimpack (Netherlands), Müller und Bauer GmbH (Germany), and Allied Cans (Canada).

Recent Developments:
  • In April 2019, Crown Holdings, Inc. announced the launch of round and square shorter cans in the luxury packaging market. This will help the company to broaden its product portfolio.
  • In August 2019, Ball Corporation signed an agreement to sell its tinplate steel aerosol packaging facilities to Envases del Plata (Argentina), an Argentinian metal packaging company. This agreement will help the company to expand its reach in the South American region.
  • In October 2019, Ball Corporation announced the construction of its new aluminum cups manufacturing plant in Rome, Georgia to cater to the growing demand for beverage packaging in the US. This new plant will help the company expand its presence in the US region.
  • In July 2019, Ardagh Group launched a slimline 187 ml can particularly designed for protecting wine and wine-based drinks. This launch would help the company to expand its product portfolio.

Key Trends Shaping the Technical Enzymes Market

The global technical enzymes market size is projected to grow from USD 1.1 billion in 2019 to USD 1.5 billion by 2026, recording a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.0% during the forecast period. The increasing trend of environmental concerns in developing countries and advancements of R&D activities for technical enzymes are the major factors that are projected to drive the growth of this market during the forecast period.

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The microorganism source is projected to account for the largest share in the technical enzymes market during the forecast period.

Microorganisms are the primary source of technical enzymes, as they are cultured in large quantities in a short period, and genetic manipulations can be done on bacterial cells to enhance the enzyme production for usage in various industries such as biofuel, pulp & paper, textile & leather, and starch processing. Additionally, the microbial enzymes are preferred by the manufacturers due to their active and stable nature as compared to enzymes from plants and animals.

The liquid form is projected to account for a larger share in the technical enzymes market during the forecast period.

The liquid form of enzymes is widely used in the biofuel and textile & leather industries, due to better blending properties with the resources used for the production of biofuels. In biofuel, the liquid enzymes augment the supply of liquid fuel; whereas, in textiles, it offers the potential to completely replace the use of other chemicals in textile preparation processes. The enzymatic degreasing process replaces the solvent-based process followed by the leather manufacturers. Since the liquid enzymes interfere less with the skin structure, the enzymatic process also results in a product with improved quality. Due to these factors, the liquid form is projected to dominate the market during the forecast period.

North America is projected to account for the largest share in the technical enzymes market during the forecast period.

The North American market is projected to account for the largest share by 2025, due to various benefits of technical enzymes, as they are an environment-friendly and cost-effective alternative to replace the conventional alkaline or conventional acidic catalysts. Technological advancements have made technical enzymes available for a wide range of applications in biofuel, paper & pulp, textile & leather, starch processing, and other industries, which is estimated to drive the growth in the region. The North American region is estimated to be the largest market for technical enzymes, globally, owing to the development of novel and superior performing products, developed technologies, and global industrialization.

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Key vendors in the global technical enzymes market include BASF (Germany), DuPont (US), Associated British Foods (UK), Novozymes (Denmark), DSM (Netherlands), Dyadic International (US), Advanced Enzymes Technologies (India), Maps Enzymes (India), Epygen Labs (India), Megazyme (Ireland), Aumgene Biosciences (India), Enzymatic Deinking Technologies (US), Tex Biosciences (India), Denykem (UK), MetGen (Finland), and Creative Enzymes (US). These players have a broad industry coverage and high operational and financial strength.

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  • Who are the major market players in the technical enzymes market?
  • What are the regional growth trends and the largest revenue-generating regions for the technical enzymes market?
  • What are the key regions and industries that are projected to witness significant growth in the technical enzymes market?
  • What are the major industries of technical enzymes that are projected to account for a major revenue share during the forecast period?
  • In which major forms are technical enzymes majorly used, and which form is projected to dominate during the forecast period?
  • What are the major sources of technical enzymes that are projected to account for a major revenue share during the forecast period?

Post-harvest Treatment Market to Witness Unprecedented Growth in Coming Years

The post-harvest treatment market is projected to grow from USD 1.5 billion in 2019 to USD 2.3 billion by 2026, recording a CAGR of 6.5% during the forecast period. This is attributed to the increasing trade of perishable products such as fruits and vegetables, which widens the application of post-harvest treatment to increase their shelf life during storage and transportation.

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The fruit segment is projected to grow at the highest rate during the forecast period.

The fruit segment, by crop type, is projected to grow at the highest CAGR, in terms of value, during the forecast period. Fruits are highly perishable in nature and are required to be treated with post-harvest solutions to increase their shelf life for longer storage duration and easy transport of these products. Increasing application of natural flavors in the food and beverages industry is also encouraging the trade of fruits, which in turn, has led to a surge in demand for post-harvest treatment solutions in the major fruits and vegetable producing region such as Asia Pacific.

By type, the coatings segment is estimated to account for the largest share in 2019 in the post-harvest treatment market.

Coatings are one of the methods to increase the shelf life of products and decrease the quality and quantity losses. They are mostly applied to fruits & vegetables during the packaging process for maintaining their softness, color, odor, and flavor. The development of edible coatings has made it easier for fruits and vegetable processors to use the produce without any concerns about their harmful effects. Edible coatings help to prevent unnecessary softening and ripening of fruits & vegetables. Coatings form an integral part of the post-harvest treatment process, as fruits & vegetables are stored for longer periods, thereby making it important to maintain their shelf life and quality.

The Asia Pacific region is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.

The Asia Pacific region is projected to grow at the highest CAGR in the post-harvest treatment market during the forecast period due to the increasing demand for exotic fruits and vegetables from the developed regions. Countries such as India and China are the major producers of fresh fruits and vegetables, which is exported across the globe. This presents profitable opportunities for manufacturers in the post-harvest treatment market in the region.

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The prominent vendors in the post-harvest treatment market include Decco (US), JBT (US), Pace International LLC (US), Xeda International (France), Agrofresh (US), Syngenta (Switzerland), FMC Corporation (US), Nufarm (Australia), Bayer (Germany), and Citrosol (Spain), Fomesa Fruitech (Spain), Futureco Bioscience (Spain), Corteva Agriscience (US), BASF (Germany), Sensitech Inc (US), Post-Harvest Solutions (New Zealand), Janssen PMP (Belgium), Colin Campbell Pty Ltd (Australia), Valent Biosciences (USA), and RPM International (US).

Recent Developments:
  • In September 2019, Bayer launched a new fungicide called “Iblon.” This helped the company to enhance its product portfolio in the post-harvest treatment market.
  • In September 2019, JBT launched Sta-Fresh 2850, which is a certified coating for organic fruits. It provides supershine, blush, and moisture control. This launch would help the company to expand its product portfolio.
  • In September 2019, Syngenta acquired The Cropio Group, an Ag-Tech company with a presence in 50 countries, but with a focus in Eastern Europe. This will enhance the company’s presence in the international market. This acquisition would help the company to enhance its position in digital farm management.

Friday, January 29, 2021

Upcoming Growth Trends in the Pesticide Inert Ingredients Market

 The report "Pesticide Inert Ingredients Marketby Type (Emulsifiers, Solvents, and Carriers), Source (Synthetic and Bio-based), Form (Dry and Liquid), Pesticide Type (Herbicides, Insecticides, Fungicides, and Rodenticides), and Region - Global Forecast to 2023 " , The pesticide inert ingredients market is projected to reach USD 4.7 billion by 2023, from USD 3.5 billion in 2018, at a CAGR of 6.14% during the forecast period. The market is driven by factors such as the increasing demand for specific inert ingredients in pesticide formulation and the capability of inert ingredients to improve the efficacy of pesticide application.

On the basis of type, the emulsifiers segment is projected to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period.

Emulsifiers help in stabilizing the mixture of two liquids and avoid the formation of immiscible liquid phases. Major emulsifiers that are used as inert ingredients are polymers, nonylphenol and alcohol ethoxylates, and alcohol alkoxylates. The demand for emulsifier-based products remains high in the North American region due to the increasing industrialization and decreasing land area for agriculture, which in turn, creates demand for the use of pesticides for ensuring food security and production.

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With the increasing demand for organic fruits and vegetables, the bio-based segment is projected to witness the fastest growth, on the basis of source.

It has been witnessed that some of the inert ingredients used in pesticide formulation are more toxic than the active ingredients. Increasing health hazards associated with the usage of synthetic-based inert ingredients in pesticides creates an opportunity for the market players to develop bio-based inert ingredients from sources such as microbes for the formulation of bio-based pesticides. Governmental bodies and regulatory authorities have introduced regulations for the use of toxic pesticides, which affects the growth of bio-based inert ingredients in the market.

The Asia Pacific is projected to witness the fastest growth in the inert ingredients market through 2023.

Agriculture is one of the largest industries in the Asia Pacific region, with a large share of farmland and good soil fertility. Moreover, the region is rich in plant diversity due to the wide variations in climate across countries. Even though there is a variation in the agriculture system from basic systems in India to the technically advanced ones in Japan, the agenda of food security is supported by local governments in the Asian countries. The Asia Pacific region is one of the leading consumers of pesticides across the globe, although the region mainly depends on imports of pesticide supply.Since inert ingredients are majorly consumed by pesticide manufacturers at the production facility during the formulation stage, and since countries such as India, Thailand, and Vietnam depend on imports for formulations, the market for inert ingredients is projected to be smaller compared to the Americas and Europe. However, with the increasing establishment of production plants in the Asian countries, the use of inert ingredients along with pesticide application is projected to increase in the future.

This report includes a study of development strategies for leading companies. The scope of this report includes a detailed study of major companies such as BASF (Germany), Clariant (Switzerland), DowDuPont (US), Stepan Company (US), and Croda International Plc. (UK). Other players in the market include Eastman Chemicals (US), Solvay SA (Belgium), Evonik (Germany), Huntsman Corporation (US), AkzoNobel (The Netherlands), Royal Dutch Shell (The Netherlands), and LyondellBasell Industries (Netherlands). 

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  • Which market segments to focus on in the next two to five years for prioritizing efforts and investments?
  • Which region will have the highest share in the pesticide inert ingredients market?
  • Which type of pesticide inert ingredients witnesses high demand in each key country market?
  • What are the trends and factors responsible for influencing the adoption rate of bio-based inert ingredients in key emerging countries?
  • Which are the key players in the market and how intense is the competition?

Latest Regulatory Trends Impacting the Probiotic Ingredients Market

 The probiotic ingredients market is projected to grow from USD 268 million in 2018 to USD 402 million by 2023, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5% during the forecast period. The increasing demand for dietary supplements in the pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and personal care industries is projected to drive the market for probiotics, which in turn, is projected to drive the market growth for probiotic ingredients. 



The bacteria segment, by source, accounts for the largest market size during the forecast period

The bacterial segment is projected to hold the larger market share as it offers various health benefits. The most commonly used strains in the manufacture of probiotic products are gram-positive bacteria, which belongs to the genus Bacillus and yeast strains that belong to the genus Saccharomyces. For instance, Lactobacillus acidophilus when consumed orally is able to prevent infections in the vagina and also aids in nutrient absorption, while Bifidobacterium infantis helps the host combat bloating, diarrhea, constipation, and ulcerative colitis.

The liquid segment in the probiotic ingredients market is projected to record the fastest growth during the forecast period

Probiotic microorganisms are usually supplied in the form of culture concentrates, either in the dried or deep freeze form, for use in the food industry. The semi-liquid probiotic strains are usually offered in the form of gels and paste. Liquid probiotic strains are used in the production yogurt and buttermilk and are not available widely as compared to dry strains due to its shorter shelf life and the requirement of refrigeration during the transportation process.

Asia Pacific is estimated to dominate the probiotic ingredients market in terms of value in 2018

Probiotics are gaining popularity in the Asia Pacific market particularly in the animal nutrition segment due to the growing concerns about their health and productivity. The application of probiotic strains is projected to increase due to the consumer demand for application in functional foods and pharmaceutical end products. India offers a huge potential in this region due to the increasing number of pharmaceutical companies involving themselves in the licensing and development of probiotic drugs. China’s growth in terms of sales is attributed to the growing application of probiotics in the infant formula business.

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This report includes a study on the marketing and development strategies, along with a study on the product portfolios of the leading companies. It includes the profiles of leading companies such as Kerry (Ireland), DowDuPont (US), Chr. Hansen (Denmark), Biogaia (Sweden), Probi (Sweden), Glac Biotech (Taiwan), Bifodan (Denmark), Lallemand (Canada), UAS Laboratories (US), and Biena (US).

Recent Developments:
  • In March 2018, Kerry Group acquired, Ganeden Inc., a US-based developer, and manufacturer of probiotics, to complement its existing portfolio. Ganeden Inc. would help to strengthen Kerry’ nutrition and general wellness positioning in the US market.
  • In September 2016, to strengthen its probiotic offering, Chr. Hansen acquired LGG, the world’s best documented probiotic strain from Valio Ltd. Valio OY is a Swedish company that provides for a range of ingredients for the food & beverage industry, besides consumer products.
  • In January 2018, Biogaia introduced Protectis Probiotics—chewable tablets containing Lactobacillus reuteri protectis and vitamin D. This helped the company to strengthen its offerings within the probiotic strains segment.