Wednesday, April 6, 2022

Wheat Protein Market Growth by Emerging Trends, Analysis, & Forecast

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 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.

Challenges: Limited technological developments

Although the market for wheat protein is expected to witness progressive growth rates during the forecast period, limited technological developments in the market are expected to hinder higher growth rates. While related industries like those of whey protein and the market for gluten-free products are expected to invest substantially in research & development activities to develop better, convenient, and more consumer-suitable products, technological advancements in case of wheat proteins remain stunted. For example, FrieslandCampina DMV recently launched a new product called the Nutri Whey Hydro during Fi Europe 2017. This product was created by working on a specific and unique protein hydrolyzation process that was gentle in nature and helped optimize the taste and nutrition of the product simultaneously. Although the hydrolyzed protein market is expected to be gaining traction during the forecast period, one of the major challenges that the market faces, is its bitter and unpleasant taste. By advancing in new technological methods to optimize tastes and nutritional capabilities, the company has now successfully mitigated that challenge.

By product, wheat gluten segment is projected to dominate the market during the forecast period.

The wheat protein market has been segmented into wheat gluten, wheat protein isolate, textured wheat protein, and hydrolyzed wheat protein. Wheat gluten dominated the global 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.


Asia Pacific is projected to. be the fastest-growing region in the wheat protein market during the forecast period.

The Asia Pacific region is projected to be the fastest-growing region due to increased demand for meat-free diets and a shift in consumer preference for healthy food options. The increase in R&D for plant-based protein, the growing vegan population, new product launches, and growing investments in the bakery industry are expected to drive the market growth in this region during the forecast period.

Key Market Players:

Key players in this market include ADM (US), Cargill (US), Agrana (Austria), MGP Ingredients (US), Manildra Group (Australia), Roquette (France), and Glico Nutrition (Japan). These major players in this market are focusing on increasing their presence through expansions & investments, mergers & acquisitions, partnerships, joint ventures, and agreements. These companies have a strong presence in North America, Asia Pacific, and Europe. They also have manufacturing facilities, along with strong distribution networks across these regions.

Tuesday, April 5, 2022

Growth Strategies Adopted by Major Players in the Tractor Implements Market

The Tractor Implements Market was estimated to account for USD 57.3 billion in 2018 and is expected to reach USD 76.1 billion by 2023, at a CAGR of 5.84% during the forecast period. The study includes four major activities to estimate the current market size for tractor implements. Exhaustive secondary research was done to collect information on the overall market, the peer market, and the parent market. The next step was to validate these findings, assumptions, and sizing with industry experts across the value chain through primary research. Both top-down and bottom-up approaches were used to estimate the complete market size. Thereafter, market breakdown and data triangulation were used to estimate the market size of segments and subsegments.





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

The growing awareness about the benefits of powered equipment that are attached to tractors has encouraged farmers to use these implements in the fields. Powered tractor implements require mechanical and electrical power for its movement, which makes it more effective in performing various tasks during each farming phase as compared to using unpowered machineries.

On the basis of drive, the 4-wheel segment is projected to witness the fastest growth in the tractor implements market during the forecast period

There are mainly two types of tractors used by farmers in agricultural fields, which include 2-wheel-drive and 4-wheel-drive tractors. The demand for implements in 4-wheel-drive tractors is projected to remain high compared to 2-wheel-drive tractors due to the associated benefits. The 4-wheel-drive equipment has more power and efficiency compared to the other drive. Moreover, 4-wheel-drive tractors enable the end-users to attach multiple implements at the same time, due to which they remain more preferred by farmers. On the account of these factors, this segment is projected to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period.


Asia Pacific is projected to dominate the tractor implements market during the forecast period

According to the FAO, the Asia Pacific region include developing countries such as India, Thailand, and Vietnam, where agriculture is growing at an exponential rate. Nearly 40% of the global arable land is present in this region. Asia Pacific region is experiencing a shift in agricultural practices from the use of traditional tools towards farm mechanization. Rising urbanization has led to limited agriculture labor in rural areas of the Asia Pacific region, which has led to an increasing need for mechanized farming techniques by investing in agricultural implements. These factors are collectively projected to drive the market for tractor implements in this region.

The major players in the global market are CLAAS (Germany), Deere & Company (US), Kubota Corporation (Japan), Mahindra and Mahindra (India), Tractor and Farm Equipment Limited (India), JCB (UK), CNH Industrial (US), SDF Group (Italy), Actuant (US), Kuhn Group (France), and Alamo Group (US). These companies are focusing on introducing and manufacturing various tractor implements that are offered to farmers for speeding up their farming practices. Various strategies such as acquisitions, partnerships, and expansions were adopted by companies with regional competitors, research institutes, and academic institutions to enter this market.

Monday, April 4, 2022

Sustainable Growth Opportunities in the Snack Pellets Market

The Snack Pellets Market is estimated to account for about USD 2.0 billion in 2018 and is projected to reach a value of about USD 2.5 billion by 2023, at a CAGR of 5.3%. The growth of the snack pellets market is driven by the rising demand for prepared and convenience food products. In addition to this, the growing focus on facility expansion, marketing schemes, and information exchange programs for creating awareness to enhance the consumption of snack pellets has contributed to the growth of the market.



Rise in demand for prepared and convenient foods is driving market growth.

The snack pellets market is primarily driven by the growth of the processed food industry. The changes in lifestyles and high disposable incomes of the population have led to an increased demand for ready-to-eat food products, as they help save time and efforts. In addition to this, the demand for processed food and an increase in the trend of snacking between meals are also fueling the demand for extruded food products. Children and young adults require fillers in between their meals. Snacks act as alternatives to such fillers and are hence widely preferred. Being easy to consume and buy, consumers are increasing their purchase of snacks. Hence, snack manufacturers are demanding more and varied snack pellets to increase their production and meet the rising demand of snack pellets. The rise in per capita income and the trend of snacking between meals are fueling the demand for snack pellets. Consumer preferences in emerging economies such as China, India, Brazil, and the Middle East have gradually transitioned from traditional home-made breakfasts and snacking meals to ready-to-eat products over the last couple of decades.


The multigrain type segment is projected to be the fastest growing in the snack pellets market during the forecast period.

The multigrain type segment is projected to be the fastest-growing segment in the snack pellets market during the forecast period. Multigrain snack pellets are made of various grains that have high nutritional value. Earlier, a single grain type was used to produce snack pellets, due to which the nutritional value of products was limited. Currently, the consumer demand for multigrain snack pellets remains high due to its high-fiber content. With low-fat content, multigrain snack pellets offer various health and taste benefits, as compared to potato- and corn-based snack pellets. Grains such as wheat is mostly used with other types for snack pellets.

The gelatinized segment is projected to account for the largest market size during the forecast period.

On the basis of form, the snack pellets market is segmented into laminated, die-face, tridimensional, and gelatinized. Gelatinized pellets are uniform in thickness; and are generally flat, with holes on the surface. The thickness is essential for the maintenance of shape definition upon frying or toasting. Gelatinized pellets can be produced by using a specially designed high-speed rotary cutting machine, which sequentially and synchronously punches the holes and cuts the sheet into the desired shape. Hence, the gelatinized form of snack pellets in the food industry is witnessing growth.


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

North America is projected to dominate the snack pellets market throughout the forecast period. Due to the abundant availability of raw materials and the presence of a strong food processing industry, North America holds the largest share of the snack pellets market, in terms of both volume and value. Additionally, snacks made from potato are highly preferred by consumers. These factors are responsible for the largest share of potato-based snack pellets in the region.

This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of the leading companies in the snack pellets market. It includes the profiles of the leading companies such as Limagrain Céréales Ingrédients (France), Liven S.A. (Spain), Grupo Michel (Mexico), Leng dOr S.A. (Spain), and Pellsnack-Products GmbH (Germany).

Sustainable Growth Opportunities in the Modified Starch Market

According to a research report "Modified Starch Market by Raw Material (Corn, Cassava, Potato, Wheat), End-User (Food & Beverages, Feed, and Industrial), Form (Dry and Liquid), and Region (North America, Europe, APAC, South America, Rest of the World) - Global Forecast to 2027" published by MarketsandMarkets, the global modified starch market is estimated to be valued at USD 13.7 billion in 2022. It is projected to reach USD 15.9 billion by 2027, recording a CAGR of 3.1% during the forecast period. The global modified starch market has been influenced by some of the macroeconomic and microeconomic factors witnessed in some key countries. This would prove strong enough to drive the market significantly in terms of value sales during the forecast period. With the rise in demand and preference for natural food ingredients, the trend of clean-label and plant-based products has significantly boosted the utilization of modified starch derivatives in the food industry. Modified starch is used as a thickener and binder, and this enhances its properties, such as smoothness, hardness, gloss, and whiteness.





Feed market is a relatively untapped and small market in comparison to other non-food applications and the rapidly growing food & beverage market.

Modified starch is used as one of the components of feed, majorly as a milk replacer and as a source of energy, to improve digestibility and help increase the weight of livestock. Companies are focusing on the development of extraction and processing of modified starch to discover new feed applications. Starch is the primary source of carbohydrates in swine feed. Potato starch, when fed as a substitute for corn to weaning pigs, can improve their growth performance. Modified starch in ruminant feed acts as a milk replacer for newborn calves. It is a source of carbohydrates, which helps in improving digestibility in ruminants and helps them gain weight. It is rapidly digested by rumens; however, an excess of it could induce acidosis in cattle, which could be harmful.

Modified starch provides internal strength to paper

Modified starch contributes to the paper industry in many ways as it provides several functional properties to the paper and works as a process aid as well. The papermaking industry uses a large number of modified starches, both as a wet-end additive and as a modifier in surface sizing and coating colors. They impart the body to the paper by holding the pulp together. Modified starches are used as glue and adhesives for paper edges. They provide internal strength and enhance the surface of the paper. They also improve printability and writing properties. Typically, printing and writing papers contain 4.1% starch; paperboard 2% starch; and domestic & industrial papers 1.9% starch. The growing use of recycled paper has led to the increasing use of starch derivatives to avoid the deterioration of the quality of fibers during recycling.

North America is projected to reach USD 3,301.0 million during the forecast period.

In 2021, North America accounted for a market share of 21.6% in the global modified starch market. The North American modified starch market is completely driven by the US market. The US modified starch industry has witnessed technological advancement, which has increased its usage in various industries. In the US, modified starch is primarily used in canned soups and in blends where its thickening power is exploited, especially for fill viscosity. It is also used as a base for gelling agents in confections, for thickeners in products such as pastry and pie fillings, and in instant puddings. The growing trend of ready-to-eat meals and processed food is also driving the modified starch market in the region. Modified starch is frequently used in food applications due to its functional properties.


Key Players:

The key players in this market include Tate & Lyle (UK), Emsland (Germany), Ingredion Incorporated (US), and Avebe (Netherlands).

Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market Growth by Emerging Trends, Analysis, & Forecast

The report "Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market by Product Type (Fresh, Fresh-cut, Canned, Frozen, Dried & Dehydrated, Convenience), Equipment Type, Operation (Automatic, Semi-automatic), Processing Systems & Region – Global Forecast to 2027", published by MarketsandMarkets. The fruit and vegetable processing market is estimated to account for nearly USD 8.7 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach a value of nearly USD 11.8 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 6.4% from 2022. . The growth of the processed fruit and vegetable market is attributed to the increasing trade of ready to eat food among countries such as Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, the UAE, India, and China. Fruit and vegetable processing helps in transforming fresh produce into processed fruits and vegetables with increased shelf life through various physical and chemical techniques. The processed fruit and vegetable is witnessing significant growth due to the increasing consumption of fruits and vegetables in developing countries such as India, China, South Africa, and Brazil, compelling manufacturers to increase production.



An increase in consumer disposable incomes to spend on value-added fruits & vegetables, growth in consumer health awareness, and rise in the aging population have also contributed to the increase in demand for fresh produce.

By type, the vegetable segment is estimated to account for the largest share in the processed fruit and vegetable market in 2022.

On the basis of fruit and vegetables type, the vegetable segment is estimated to dominate the processed fruit and vegetables market in 2022. In recent years, China is being observed as an emerging country in the processed fruit and vegetables market due to the growing demand for healthy, organic and vegan food products.

By product type, the fresh fruit and vegetable segment is projected to be the fastest-growing segment during the forecast period in the processed fruit and vegetables market .

During the forecast period, the fresh fruit and vegetables segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR in the processed fruit and vegetables market, in terms of value. This segment is estimated to grow due to the increasing demand for ready-to-cook produce. Thus, due to the busy consumer lifestyles, demand for convenience food, growth in health awareness, demand for fresh and fresh-cut fruits & vegetables that save preparation time, and convenient storage & longer shelf life are expected to drive the market for processed fruits & vegetables.

The Asia Pacific is estimated to dominate the processed fruit and vegetables market in 2022.

The Asia Pacific is estimated to account for the largest market share in the processed fruits & vegetables market in 2022. The fruit & vegetable processing industry in developing economies such as Asia Pacific and South American countries has developed due to factors such increasing number of working women and middle-class population, bulk production of various agricultural products, and government subsidies in countries such as India, coupled with trade liberation


Key Players:

This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of the leading companies in the bakery processing equipment market. It includes the profiles of leading companies such as Conagra brands (US), Greencore group (Ireland), Nestle (Switzerland), Olam International (Singapore), The Kraft Heinz Company (US), Pepsico Inc. (US), AGRANA Group (Austria), Bonduelle (France), Dole Food (US), SVZ International B.V. (US), Sahyadri Farms (India), Diana Group S.A.S. (France) and Raje Agro Food (India).

Friday, April 1, 2022

Nutraceutical Excipients Market to Record Steady Growth by 2025

The Report "Nutraceutical Excipients Market by Functionality (Binders, Fillers & Diluents, Coating Agents, and Flavoring Agents), End Product (Prebiotics, Probiotics, Proteins & Amino Acids, and Vitamins), Form (Dry and Liquid), and Region - Global Forecast to 2025", The global nutraceutical excipients market size is estimated to account for about USD 3.4 billion in 2020 and projected to reach a value of nearly USD 4.9 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 7.3% from 2020 to 2025. The market for nutraceutical excipients market has been growing in accordance with the rise in demand and consumption for nutraceuticals, around the globe. The consumption of dietary supplements in the form of tablets and capsules has been witnessing an upsurge in demand in recent times, owing to the growing awareness for health benefits offered by these products that helps to support the well-being of the consumers. The key driving factors of the nutraceutical excipients market include increasing consumer concerns regarding maintaining a balanced diet and growing consumer awareness about several diseases caused due to lack of intake of necessary nutrients as a result of imbalanced dietary lifestyles. Food fortification is one of the major trends, which is also fueling the nutraceutical excipients market in the functional food & beverage industry.





By form, the dry segment is estimated to account for the largest share in the nutraceutical excipients market in 2020

The dry form of nutraceutical excipients accounted for a larger market share, as compared to the liquid form. The popularity of the dry form can be attributed to its cost-effectiveness and convenience in multiple applications. An increase in demand for dry beverage mixes with additional nutrients, including customized mixes and consumer preference for fortified beverages are fueling the growth of the dry segment in the nutraceutical excipients market.

By functionality, the binders segment is estimated to account for the largest share in the nutraceutical excipients market in 2020

Based on functionality, binders accounted for the largest market share in 2019, followed by the fillers & diluents functionality segment. Binders are increasingly being used by dietary supplement manufacturers since these excipients are formulated to act as an adhesive to “bind together” powders, granules, and other dry ingredients to impart the required mechanical strength. Binders can also help in adding volume to low-active dose tablets, resulting in producing effective tablets with appropriate actives by holding the ingredients together. In addition, some binders also act as fillers and diluents in an array of application products, namely magnesium stearate, which is widely used as food and supplement additive. Due to factors such as versatility and vital importance in gaining product efficiency, binders are gaining traction. They are witnessing a rise in consumption as an excipient in the nutraceutical industry.

The segment estimated to account for the largest share in the nutraceutical excipients market in 2020, by end-product is the probiotics segments.

Probiotics are yeast and good bacteria that are beneficial for consumers, as they enhance digestion and gut health, improve immunity, increase nutrient absorption, and lower the chances of food allergies. Probiotic products are offered in different forms, including yogurt and drinks, and supplement forms such as tablets and capsules. However, there are two main challenges to develop a probiotic formulation viable for commercial utilization. The first one is the quality of health attributes that the probiotic organisms can confer, and the second one is the stability of the formulation till the end of its shelf life. Companies are focusing on developing and offering probiotic blend products, which includes APIs (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient), containing probiotic formulations by using different types of excipients. Among the excipients used in these blends for probiotics formulation, mannitol was found the most suitable, which helped in the enhancement of the shelf life of end-products.


North America is estimated to dominate the nutraceutical excipients market in 2020

North America accounted for the largest market share in 2019. The nutraceutical excipients market in North America is dominating, owing to the concentration of the global players such as DuPont (US), Kerry (Ireland), Cargill (US), and Ingredion (US). The market for nutraceutical excipients here is mature, and hence, the growth is moderate compared to other regions. Other factors contributing to the growth of nutraceutical excipients in North American region include the busy lifestyle of consumers, prevalence of chronic diseases due to hectic lifestyles, and an increase in awareness among consumers regarding the health benefits of nutritional foods, including food supplements, which has driven the demand for functional food products. In addition, the use of technological advancements and new product launches have made excipients available for a wide range of applications in the fortified food & beverage, dietary supplements, and nutraceuticals sectors, which is projected to drive the growth of the market in the region.

This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of the leading companies in the nutraceutical excipients market. The key players in the nutraceutical excipients market include DuPont (US), BASF SE (Germany), Kerry Group PLC (Ireland), Ingredion Plc (US), Sensient Technologies (US), Associated British Foods (UK), Roquette Freres (France), Meggle Group Wasser (Germany), Cargill Inc (US), Ashland Global Holdings Inc (US), Seppic (France), Shin-Etsu Chemical Co Ltd (Japan), Fuji Chemical Industries Co Ltd (Japan), Pharmatrans Sanaq AG (Switzerland), Pioma Chemicals (India), Gattefosse (India), W.R.Grace & Co (US), Omya (Switzerland), Grain Processing Corp (US), and Gangwal Chemicals Pvt Ltd (India). The nutraceutical excipients market also consists of key start-up players, which include IMCD (Netherlands), Hilmar Ingredients (US), Innophos Holdings Inc (US), JRS Pharma (Germany), Biogrund GmbH (Germany), Pharma Line Intl Corp (South Korea), Jigs Chemical (India), Panchamrut Chemicals (India), Azelis Chemical Ltd (Europe), and Daicel Group (Japan).

Thursday, March 31, 2022

Sustainable Growth Opportunities in the Liquid Fertilizers Market

The report "Liquid Fertilizers Market by Type (Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium, and Micronutrients), Mode of Application (Soil, Foliar, and Fertigation), Major Compounds (CAN, UAN, MAP, DAP, and Potassium Nitrate), Crop Type, and Region - Global Forecast To 2025", The global liquid fertilizers market size is estimated to be valued at USD 2.4 billion in 2020 and is projected to reach a value of USD 3.0 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 4.4% during the forecast period. Factors such as the rise in demand for high-efficiency fertilizers and an increase in crop varieties are projected to drive the growth of the liquid fertilizers market.




The nitrogen segment is estimated to account for the largest market share, in terms of value, in 2020.

Nitrogen is one of the most-widely consumed nutrients among all the macro and microelements required for plant growth. It is used to build amino acids, which produces proteins, takes part in almost every biochemical reaction performed in a plant. Inadequate nitrogen (N) availability in the soil is a common problem that farmers often witness. Therefore, additional liquid nitrogen fertilization is used to eradicate this problem. Urea, ammonium nitrate, ammonium sulfate, and calcium nitrate are commonly available nutrient sources of liquid nitrogen. In addition, various combinations of nutrients are manufactured and used to provide nutrition to plants. Urea is one of the most commonly used sources of nitrogen.

The fertigation segment is projected to witness the fastest growth, in terms of value, in the liquid fertilizers market, on the basis of mode of application, from 2020 to 2025.

Fertigation is an agricultural technique, which includes water and fertilizer application through irrigation. This process provides an opportunity to maximize the yield and minimize environmental pollution. Moreover, through fertigation, a farmer can uniformly apply nutrients throughout the field, whenever required. This market is projected to grow due to the adoption of efficient irrigation systems globally. The fertigation method allows homogenous application of liquid fertilizers in adequate amount to the wetted zone in the root development, where most of the active roots are concentrated. This helps in enhancing the efficiency of liquid fertilizers.

The cereals & grains segment, on the basis of crop type, is estimated to account for the largest market share, in terms of value, in 2020.

The cereals & grains segment in the market comprises different crops, such as rice, wheat, corn, and maze. The production of cereals and grains vary across different regions, depending on the topography and climatic conditions. Hence, the type of fertilizers used for crop growth also varies. Due to this, the cereals and grains recorded the highest consumption of nitrogen-based fertilizers in North America. This segment is projected to witness an increase in the share of nearly 5%, which is contributed largely by the US and Canada, according to the FAO World Fertilizer Outlook in 2019.


South America is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.

The market for liquid fertilizers in the South America region is projected to grow at the highest CAGR from 2020 to 2025. According to FAOSTAT, Brazil is the largest producer of agricultural products due to the availability of abundant land and rural labor force, followed by Argentina. The growth in South America is majorly attributed to by the increase in the adoption of agrochemicals and advancements in farming techniques in Brazil and Argentina with distribution channels established by global agrochemical players. Due to these factors, the market in the South America region is projected to record the highest growth from 2020 to 2025.

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 the liquid fertilizers market. It includes the profiles of leading companies such as Nutrien, Ltd. (Canada), Yara International ASA (Norway), Israel Chemical Ltd. (Israel), K+S Aktiengesellschaft (Germany), Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile (SQM) (Chile), The Mosaic Company (US), EuroChem Group (Switzerland), CF Industries Holdings, Inc.(US), OCP Group (Morocco), OCI Nitrogen (Netherlands), Wilbur-Ellis (US), Compass Minerals (US), Kugler (US), Haifa Group (Israel), COMPO Expert GmbH (Germany), AgroLiquid (US), Plant Food Company, Inc. (US), Foxfarm Soil and Fertilizer Company (California), Agro Bio Chemicals (India), Agzon Agro (India), BrandT (US), Nufarm (Australia), Plant Fuel Nutrients, LLC (US), Nutri-tech solutions (Australia) and Valagro SPA (Italy).