Wednesday, March 10, 2021

Organic Feed Market to Showcase Continued Growth in the Coming Years

The global organic feed market size is estimated to be valued at USD 6.8 billion in 2019 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.8% from 2019 to reach a value of USD 10.1 billion by 2025. The increasing instances of animal product contamination due to pesticides and insecticides, rising demand for organic food products, growing organic livestock farming, and adaption of organic farming practices by farmers due to the increasing health concerns among consumers are some of the key factors that are projected to drive the growth of the global organic feed market. Developing countries in Asia Pacific and South American regions are projected to create lucrative growth opportunities for organic feed manufacturers in the coming years.

By type, the cereal & grains segment is projected to dominate the organic feed market during the forecast period.

The cereals & grains segment is estimated to account for the largest share, on the basis of type, in the organic feed market in 2019. Cereals and grains include wheat, corn, and barley. The high growth in the Asia Pacific region is attributed to the increasing awareness about the benefits of feeding organic cereals and grains to livestock, to maintain their nutrient requirements and enhance their growth, and fulfill the rising demand for organic food. High availability of cereals and grain crops in Europe and Asia Pacific due to the increasing organic farmland practices in most of the countries in the region is also one of the key factors driving the growth of the segment.

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By livestock, the poultry segment is projected to dominate the organic feed market during the forecast period.

The poultry segment, on the basis of livestock, is estimated to account for the largest share in the organic feed market in 2019. The poultry industry is the largest and also the fastest-growing sector that witnesses high organic production. Poultry meat is consumed across regions, and unlike beef and swine, it does not have any religious constraints. The increasing concerns about animal health and the rising awareness pertaining to the benefits of organic feed feedstuffs have contributed to the growth of this market. Due to the increase in organic poultry production and the rise in demand for organic meat, the meat producers are focusing on investing in organic rearing of livestock to produce meat, dairy, and other by-products from animals.

North America is projected to be the largest market during the forecast period.

North America is projected to be a key revenue generator for organic feed manufacturers due to the increased demand in the US. North America witnesses various key players operating in the organic feed market. These include Cargill (US), SunOpta (Canada), and Purina Animal Nutrition LLC (US). The demand for organic feed products remains high in the poultry segment in the region. The US is among the largest producers and consumers of corn, wheat, and soybean at a global level. These ingredients are majorly used in the feed industry, as they increase their nutrient quotient. Due to the rising consumer preferences for natural ingredients, the demand for these ingredients is projected to increase in the coming years.

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In Canada, some of the small scale players are focusing on offering organic feed for poultry, swine, and ruminants. In Mexico, the demand for organic poultry products, such as eggs and poultry meat, is projected to create lucrative opportunities for organic feed manufacturers. Milk is also projected to increase the demand for organic feed products among ruminant livestock, as consumers opt for organic dairy products in the region. Thus, North America is projected to offer high growth prospects for organic feed manufacturers in the coming years.

This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of leading companies, in the organic feed market. It consists of the profiles of leading companies, such as Cargill (US), BernAqua (Belgium), Country Heritage Feeds (Australia), ForFarmers (Netherlands), SunOpta (Canada), Ranch-Way Feeds (US), Aller Aqua (Denmark), Purina Animal Nutrition LLC (US), Scratch and Peck Feeds (US), Cargill (US), K-Much Feed Industry Co., Ltd (Thailand), The Organic Feed Company (UK), B&W Feeds (UK), Feeddex Compaies (US), Country Junction feed (US), Green Mountian Feeds (US), Unique Organic (US), Kreamer Feed (US), Yorktown Organics, LLC (US), and Hi Peak Feeds (UK).

Factors Driving the Feed Antioxidants Market

 The report "Feed Antioxidants Market by Type Synthetic (BHT, BHA, Ethoxyquin, and Propyl Gallate) and Natural (Carotenoids, Tocopherols, Botanical Extracts, and Vitamins), Animal (Poultry, Swine, Aquaculture, Cattle, and Pets), Form, Region - Global Forecast to 2025", is estimated at USD 356 million in 2019 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.9% from 2019 to 2025, to reach USD 474 million by 2025. Factors such as a rise in demand for quality feed, improved technology for feed production, and an increase in the standardization of meat products stimulate the growth of the feed antioxidants market across the globe.

The powder segment for dry feed antioxidants is projected to account for the largest market share, by form

The powder form of feed antioxidants dominated the dry segment. Powders are estimated to witness higher demand as they are convenient to coat over the feed. In addition, as the size of the powder form is consistent, it helps to be coated on the feed easily. Antioxidants such as carotenoids, ethoxyquin, BHT, BHA, and TBHQ are available in this form. These antioxidants are preferred as they are also easy to use in combination with other feed antioxidants.


The poultry segment is projected to account for the largest feed antioxidants market share, by animal

In poultry production, one of the major factors for feed is the cost; hence, reducing feed costs per bird is a priority. Poultry production has to be efficient as feed has to be converted into meat and eggs. Feed costs can be reduced by adding feed additives such as enzymes and antioxidants, which increase digestibility and prevent the loss of nutrients, with the result that the poultry gains more nutritional value from the same amount of feed. Companies such as Cargill, Koninklijke DSM N.V., and Kemin provide feed antioxidants such as carotenoids, tocopherols, synthetic antioxidants and citric acid, BHT, butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA), and tocopheryl acetate for the poultry industry.

The Asia Pacific region is projected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period.

Asia Pacific accounted for the largest share of the feed antioxidants market in 2018. Asia Pacific, being the largest continent with a relatively fast economic development, is witnessing a rising demand for meat. Consequently, to produce quality meat, feed antioxidants are gaining importance and being incorporated to prevent spoilage and increase shelf-life.
This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies along with the product portfolios of leading companies in the feed antioxidants market. It includes the profiles of leading companies such as Cargill (US), Archer Daniels Midland Company (US), Koninklijke DSM N.V. (Netherlands), BASF SE (Germany), Nutreco (Netherlands), Kemin (US), Adisseo (France), Perstorp (Sweden), Alltech (US), Caldic (Canada), Novus International (US), Chemical Fine Sciences (India), Oxiris Chemical (Spain), VDH ChemTech (India), Zhejiang Medicine (China), BTSA (Spain), Bertol Company (Czech Republic), FoodSafe Technologies (US), Videka Company (US), Lallemand Animal Nutrition (Canada), and Industrial Tecnica Pecuaria (Spain).


Key Questions Addressed by the Report:
  • What are the growth opportunities in the feed antioxidants market?
  • What are the major and new product launches in the feed antioxidants market?
  • What are the significant trends that are disrupting the feed antioxidants market?
  • What are some of the major regulatory challenges and restraints that the industry faces?
  • Which region is projected to emerge as a global leader by 2025?

Latest Regulatory Trends Impacting the Controlled-release Fertilizers Market

The global controlled-release fertilizers market is estimated at USD 2.4 billion in 2020 and is projected to reach USD 3.2 billion by 2025. The controlled-release fertilizers market is projected to grow at a rate of 6.3% during the forecast period. Factors driving the market include an increase in demand for highly efficient fertilizers, favorable government regulations, a rise in demand for high-value crops, and an increase in the number of investments from key players in this market. The growing environmental concerns associated with nutrient loss through soil leaching and runoffs from fields on the using excess conventional fertilizers are effectively addressed by these fertilizers.


The fertigation segment of controlled-release fertilizers is projected to account for the largest market share, by mode of application

The controlled-release fertilizers market, by application method, was dominated by the fertigation segment. Fertigation is a technique that has been adopted by major countries. In this technique, the fertilizer is included with irrigation water and applied through systems. This technique witnesses better application than broadcasting and subsurface placement. Owing to the increasing irrigated land, fertigation is highly preferred as a suitable application method adopted in both developed and developing countries across the globe for the application of these fertilizers. Also, the labor costs are reduced to a large extent through the adoption of these techniques, which also adds to their increasing demand.

The N-stabilizers segment is projected to account for the largest controlled-release fertilizers market share, by type

In terms of volume, the N-stabilizers segment is projected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period. The Asia Pacific accounted for the largest share of the N-stabilizers fertilizers market in 2020, owing to its vast adoption across the globe for agricultural crops and its viable purchasing price. Another factor could be the extensive use of nitrification inhibitors and Urease Inhibitors for non-agricultural usage in developed countries. In terms of value, the coated & encapsulated segment is projected to be the fastest-growing, during the forecast period, and slow-release in terms of value.

The Asia Pacific region is projected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period.

Asia Pacific dominates the market, with 49% of the global market share. The government policies adopted by Asia Pacific countries and large subsidies, in certain countries up to 100% for marginal farmers, provided on fertilizers are the major factors triggering the growth of this market in the region. R&D investments in the development of coated fertilizers and the installation of new production capacities by key players are also expected to boost the market in the next five years.

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This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies along with the product portfolios of leading companies in the controlled-release fertilizers market. It includes the profiles of leading companies such as Nutrien Ltd. (Canada), Yara International ASA (Norway), ICL (Israel), ScottsMiracle-Gro (US), Koch Industries (US), Helena Chemical (US), Kingenta (China), SQM (Chile), Haifa Chemicals (Israel), JCAM AGRI. (Japan), COMPO EXPERT (Germany), Nufarm Ltd. (Australia), The Andersons Inc. (US), Van Iperen International (Netherlands), Mosaic Company (US), OCI Nitrogen (Netherlands), AgroLiquid (US), DeltaChem (Germany), SK Specialties (Malaysia), and Pursell Agri-Tech (US). New product launches, expansions, agreements, and acquisitions have been the areas of focus of these manufacturers to gain better penetration in the developing markets of Asia Pacific and South America.

Recent Developments:
  • In September 2019, Nutrien, Ltd. (Canada) acquired Ruralco Holdings Limited (Ruralco) in Australia. Through this acquisition, Nutrien would provide significant benefits to its stakeholders as well as enhance the delivery of its products and services to Australian farmers.
  • In August 2019, Yara International ASA (Norway) and Nel Hydrogen Electrolyser, a division of Nel ASA (Norway), entered into a collaboration agreement for low-carbon-footprint fertilizer production at Yara’s existing plant in Porsgrunn, Norway. This project was supported by the Research Council of Norway, Innovation Norway, and Enova through the PILOT-E program.
  • In March 2019, Yara International ASA (Norway) launched Yaralix, a tool for precision farming, allowing the farmers to measure crop nitrogen requirements using their smartphones. The system consisted of a free-to-download application that was designed to handle the smartphone camera to determine nitrogen requirements for different crops in the early growth stages.

Monday, March 8, 2021

Latest Regulatory Trends Impacting the Wheat Protein Market

The report "Wheat Protein Market by Product (Wheat Gluten, Wheat Protein Isolate, Textured Wheat Protein, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein), Application (Bakery, Pet Food, Nutritional Bars, Processed Meat, Meat Analogs), Form (Dry, Liquid), and Region - Global Forecast to 2026", The wheat protein market is projected to reach USD 3.1 billion by 2026, from USD 2.4 billion in 2021, at a CAGR of 5.0% during the forecast period. The market is driven by factors such as a shift in preference for plant-based protein foods, increased demand for meat-free diets, and a growing incidence of lactose intolerance.



COVID-19 impact on Wheat Protein market

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the wheat protein market. Given the growing consumer awareness of the impact of the pandemic on meat production, consumers began adopting plant-based alternatives instead. This resulted in a sales surge of over 500% for meat alternative brands. The pandemic has also influenced the sales of plant-based snacks, dairy alternatives, and supplements, as consumers move towards a healthier lifestyle.


Driver: Nutritional benefits for lactose intolerant and health- & fitness-conscious consumers

The Lactose intolerance is defined as a condition whereby, the body cannot easily digest lactose, which is a type of natural sugar found in milk and other dairy products. Although some people having a lactose intolerance issue are able to digest whey protein isolates, without any severe repercussions, others find it easier to digest only plant-based proteins. Although whey protein isolates are further processed and filtered to help eliminate more lactose in comparison to whey protein concentrates, any individual with even a mild intolerance towards lactose should avoid the consumption of these products. In such cases, plant-based alternatives stand as the most suitable option, for those looking to increase protein intake, for health or training purposes. A number of plant-based alternatives, which could be used in place of whey proteins include pea protein isolates, brown rice protein, or wheat protein.

Restraints: Increasing discussion on gluten intolerance and gluten-free diets

Gluten intolerance or the Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder, which damages the small intestine lining and prevents the absorption of nutrients from consumed food items. This damage is majorly a reaction to eating foods with gluten, a type of wheat protein which is also found in barley, rye, and oats. However, some individuals may also experience discomfort in their stomach despite not having Celiac disease. Amylase-trypsin-inhibitors or ATIs, are a group of proteins found in wheat, which could trigger an immune response, and contribute to the development of non-celiac gluten sensitivity (NCGS).

The bakery & snacks segment, by application, is estimated to accounted for the largest share of the wheat protein market during the forecast period

The bakery & snacks segment, by application, is estimated to account for the largest share of the wheat protein market in 2020. The presence of major players offering a wide variety of wheat products having applications in the bakery is one of the key drivers for the bakery & snacks segment. This shift in consumer preference toward ready-to-eat products has increased the demand for bakery products. In Europe, the rise in the aging population and growing health concerns have urged consumers to opt for healthier alternatives such as value-added baked goods.


Europe is estimated to account for the largest share of the wheat protein market during the forecast period

In 2020, 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, the 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.

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), Manildra Group (Australia), Roquette (France), Glico Nutrition (Japan), Crespel & Deiters (Germany), Kröner-Stärke (Germany), Tereos Syrol (France), CropEnergies (Germany), and Gluten y Almidones Industriales (Mexico), Batory Foods (US), Kerry Group (Ireland), BENEO (Germany), Agridient Inc (US), AMCO Proteins (US), Tate & Lyle (UK), and PureField Ingredients (US)

Sustainable Growth Opportunities in the Dietary Supplements Market

The report "Dietary Supplements Market by Type (Vitamins, Minerals, Botanicals, Amino acids, Enzymes, Probiotics), Function (Additional, Medicinal, Sports Nutrition), Mode of Application (Capsules, Tablets, Liquid), Target Customer and Region - Global Forecast to 2026", According to MarketsandMarkets, the global dietary supplements market size is estimated to be valued at USD 136.2 billion in 2020 and projected to reach USD 204.7 billion by 2026, recording a CAGR of 7.0% during the forecast period.


The demand for dietary supplements is increasing significantly owing to the rising prevalence of chronic diseases and changing dietary habits of consumers. Increasing consumer health awareness and rising disposable income across regions are factors that have encouraged people to shift to dietary supplements. The elderly population is focusing on adapting to nutritional supplements specifically tailored to their needs to maintain their good health and quality of life.


Drivers: Aging population to drive the market growth

Consumers across regions have become more health-conscious, which is driving the growth of the dietary supplements market. The aging population of some countries, such as Japan, Italy, Portugal, and Germany, is another key factor that is projected to drive the overall market.

The elderly population is focusing on adapting to nutritional supplements specifically tailored to their needs to maintain their good health and quality of life. The process of aging results in various changes in an individual, including psychological, physiological, and social, which affect their dietary and food choices. ging population increasingly relies on habitual food choices and tailored dietary consumption patterns. The rising aging population in some countries, over the years, has increased the demand for developing age-friendly food alternatives with enhanced nutritional value to support their overall health, which has led to an increased demand for dietary supplements that further support the market growth. With increasing bone health and mobility concerns, consumers have become more aware of healthy aging and disease prevention. Thus, there is an increased demand for supplemental nutrition solutions that align with the nutritional needs of aging consumers.

Restraints: High cost of dietary supplements

Science and technology are helping people identify foods that will help people manage their weight and overall health. Dietary supplements involve significantly high costs, which could act as a restraint for the growth of the market. Few players, such as Amway, offer supplements under the brand Nutrilite, which is significantly expensive. Dietary supplements also involve the high cost of research and customization. These supplements being less economic might restrict the growth of the dietary supplements market, particularly in price-sensitive countries such as South Africa and India. Asian countries are yet to adapt to the growing trend of nutrition-specific supplements.

With the increasing concerns of poor health and changes in lifestyle, consumers have shifted to dietary supplements to build their core strength and for biological benefits. Although these dietary supplements are comparatively less economical, which, in turn, is projected to restrict the market growth.


North America is projected to account for the largest market during the forecast period

North America is projected to dominate the market during the forecast period owing to the high prevalence of chronic diseases in countries such as the US. Vitamins and multivitamins are gaining traction as consumers are shifting to dietary supplements for the prevention of chronic diseases. Emerging markets in economies such as the Asia Pacific and South American countries are going to be potential markets for dietary supplement manufacturers.
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Key players in this market include Amway (US), Herbalife Nutrition (US), ADM (US), Pfizer (US), Abbott Laboratories (US), Arkopharma Laboratories (France), Bayer (Germany), Glanbia (Ireland), Nature’s Sunshine Products (US), FANCL (Japan), Danisco (Denmark), Bionova Lifesciences (India), XanGo (US), Ekomir (Russia), American Health (US), Pure Encapsulations (US), UST Manufacturing (US), Capstone Nutrition (US), Anona GmBH (Germany), Plantafood Medical GmBH (Germany), Carlyle Group (US), Bio-Botanica Inc. (US), GlaxoSmithKline (UK), Nu Skin Enterprises (US), and Nutraceutics (US).

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 2025", is projected to reach USD 1.7 billion by 2025, from USD 0.9 billion in 2020, at a CAGR of 11.9% during the forecast period. 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.


Opportunities: Use of bio-priming techniques for improved efficacy

Bio-priming is a process of a biological seed treatment that refers to a combination of seed hydration and inoculation of the seed with microbes. In most cases, microbial inoculants, such as plant growth-promoting rhizo-microorganisms (bacteria or fungi), are used for the purpose of bio-priming of seeds. It is an environment-friendly ecological approach using selected microorganisms that enhance plant growth by producing plant growth-promoting substances, enhancing nutrient uptake, or protecting seedlings/plants against soil-/seed-borne plant pathogenic organisms. The use of such techniques is on the rise as chemicals used for seed treatment mostly act as contact fungicides that are unable to protect the plants from foliar pathogens during the later stages of crop growth.


Challenges: Inconsistent performance and incompatibility with certain pesticides

The features of biological seed treatments that have discouraged investment are their inconsistent results. The most common problems encountered during the usage of such products include desiccation and environmental conditions that discourage their growth. Successful inoculants with one crop may not work as effectively with another crop. For instance, Trichoderma is more effective for the increase in yield in tomatoes than cucumbers. Choosing just one or two microbes is not as effective as loading with an entire community. However, effectiveness can sometimes be increased by a combination of microbes, with various growth requirements. For instance, fungi can be combined with PGPR.

By type, microbials segment is projected to dominate the seed treatment market during the forecast period.

The biological seed treatment market, by type, has been segmented into microbials, botanicals, and others (biofermentation products and natural polymers & derivatives). The microbials industry dominated the market in 2020, due to the increasing demand for microbial seed treatments, in field crops such as soybean and corn.

Many key companies, such as Bayer AG (Germany), Syngenta Group (Switzerland), and Corteva Agriscience (US), offer iinovative biological seed treatment solutions for controlling seed and soil-borne diseases in a broad range of crops. This exponential growth in this North America region is attributed to government subsidies, increasing need to improve and protect food production, and rising awareness of biological seed treatment.

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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 requirements 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 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 SE (Germany), Bayer AG (Germany), Syngenta Group(Switzerland), Corteva Agriscience (US), Valent BioSciences (US), Verdesian Life Sciences (US), Plant Health Care (US), Precision Laboratories (US), Koppert Biological Systems (Netherlands), Italpollina (Italy), Marrone Bio Innovation (US), Certis Europe (Netherlands), UPL Limited (India), Novozymes A/S (Denmark), IPL Biologicals (India), Rizobacter (Argentina), Bioworks, Inc (US), Advanced Biological Marketing (US), Kan Biosys (India), and Incotec (Netherlands).

Crop Protection Chemicals Market Projected to Garner Significant Revenues by 2025

The report "Crop Protection Chemicals Market by Type (Herbicides, Insecticides, Fungicides & Bactericides), Origin (Synthetic, Biopesticides), Form (Liquid, Solid), Mode of Application (Foliar, Seed Treatment, Soil Treatment), Crop Type and Region - Global Forecast to 2025", The global Crop protection chemicals size is estimated to be valued USD 63.7 billion in 2020 and is projected to reach a value of USD 74.1 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 3.1% during the forecast period. The growth of this market is attributed to an increasing need for food security of the growing population.




Opportunity: Rapid growth in the biopesticides market and organic agriculture

Biopesticides are pesticides produced naturally, with the minimum usage of chemicals. Since growing environmental considerations and the pollution potential and health hazards from many conventional pesticides are on an increase, the demand for biopesticides has been rising steadily in all parts of the world. Biopesticides are growing in popularity, due to their less or non-toxic nature as compared to synthetic pesticides. Moreover, biopesticides provide a more targeted activity to desired pests, unlike conventional pesticides that often affect a broad spectrum of insects, birds, and mammalian species. Further, biopesticides can be very effective in small quantities, offering lower exposure, and are quickly decomposable; they leave virtually no harmful residue after application.


Challenge: Environmental impact resulting in changes in regulatory policies

One of the major challenges faced by the crop protection chemicals market is the development of Genetically Modified (GM) crops, with the evolution of biotechnology and microbiology. New GM seeds can be developed through gene modification to provide them with the natural ability to be pest repellent. This, development of genetically modified crops in recent years, especially for pest resistance has been observed to have resulted in a relatively lesser need for traditional crop protection chemicals.

The herbicides segment of the Crop protection chemicals is projected to account for the largest share, by type

Herbicides are substances that kill or inhibit the growth of unwanted plants (weeds). They are widely used in weed control, which helps in enhancing crop productivity and quality of output. Herbicides help in reducing soil erosion and increase soil fertility and crop yield. They are used to control or kill unwanted plants and are often known as weed killers. The use of herbicides in agroecosystems may change the composition of weed populations. In wildlands, herbicides may increase the diversity of native species. Threats to plant biodiversity caused by habitat loss and invasive species are far greater than threats by the use of herbicides. Some non-selective pesticides are used in weed waste grounds, industrial sites, railways, and railway embankments. Herbicides are heavily consumed in the agricultural sector and in landscape turf management.

South America is estimated to hold the largest market share during the forecast period

South America is an emerging agricultural powerhouse, growing at a rapid pace above the global growth average. Growth in this region is significantly contributed by the growth in Brazil and Argentina, which are the world’s most potent agricultural producers and are expected to grow well above the regional average. The economic growth in South America has been stimulated by democratization, economic reforms, and the foundation of the two trading blocs namely, Mercosur and the Andean Pact.


The regulatory framework in South America is quite weak as compared to North America and Europe. The South American Pesticide Action Network controls the regulatory issues in the region. The international trade system from the WTO for regional and bilateral trade deals also undermines national pesticide laws and threatens the ability of South American nations to prohibit dangerous chemicals from being used. This is especially observed in the case of WTOs demand for establishing certain common minimum standards for pesticides among countries. For instance, if a country wants to implement a stricter standard on pesticides as compared to the WTO, it could be recognized as a technical barrier to trade.

This report includes a study on the marketing and development strategies, along with a study on the product portfolios of the leading companies operating in Crop protection chemicals. It consists of the profiles of leading companies such BASF SE (Germany), The Dow Chemicals Company (US), Dupont (US), Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd (Japan), Syngenta AG (Switzerland), Bayer Cropscience AG (Germany), FMC Coropration (US), NufarmLimited (Australia), Adama Agricultural Solutions (Israel), Verdesian LIfescineces (US), Bioworks Inc. (US), Valent US (US), Arysta Lifescince Corporation (US), American Vanguard Corporation (US), Chr. Hansen (Denmark), Corteva Agrisciences (US), UPL Limited (India), Jiangsu Yangnong Chemical Group Co Ltd (China), Agrolac (Spain), Lianyungang Liben Crop Science Co. Ltd. (HongKong), Nanjing red sun co. ltd (China), Kumiai Chemicals (Japan), Wynca Chemicals (China), Lier Chemicals (China), Simpcam Oxon (Italy).