Tuesday, April 19, 2022

Latest Regulatory Trends Impacting the Pesticide Inert Ingredients Market

The report "Pesticide Inert Ingredients Market by 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 capability of inert ingredients to improve the efficacy of pesticide application.



Pesticide inert ingredients for the herbicide segment is estimated to have the highest share during the forecast period.

Pesticide inert ingredients are used in herbicide spray solutions to accentuate the emulsifying or other surface modifying properties of liquids. Inert ingredients are mostly present in herbicide treatment solutions with the aim to improve the penetration of active ingredients into plant foliage or to reduce foaming activity of the spray solution. Also, with reference to the herbicides available in the market, the amount of inert ingredients used in herbicide solutions are higher compared to insecticides and fungicides.

High adoption of inert ingredients in the North American region also drives the overall pesticide inert ingredients market. The major use of the formulation of herbicides is in the form of emulsifiers and solvents.

The dry segment in terms of forms of pesticide inert ingredients is projected to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period.

Dry inert ingredients are available in various forms such as wettable powders, dust, granules, and talc. The dry form of inert ingredients is majorly used in the formulation of herbicides and rodenticides. Dry forms of pesticides help in attracting rodents in the fields and thus are preferred in agricultural fields for repelling and skilling rodents. The high share of herbicides in the pesticide industry also drives the market for dry inert ingredients.

Asia Pacific is projected to witness the highest growth in the pesticide inert ingredients market during the forecast period.

The Asia Pacific region is one of the leading consumers of pesticides across regions, even though the region mainly depends on imports for pesticide supply. Inert ingredients are increasingly consumed by pesticide manufacturers at the production facility during the formulation stage, and countries such as India, Thailand, and Vietnam depend on imports for pesticides. Hence, the market for pesticide inert ingredients remains smaller when compared to the Americas and Europe. However, the pesticide inert ingredients market is well-established in developed countries with the increasing establishment of production plants in Asian countries. Due to these factors, the use of inert ingredients along with pesticide application is projected to increase in the future.


Key Market Players:

Major market players in the pesticide inert ingredients market are BASF (Germany), Clariant (Switzerland), DowDuPont (US), Stepan Company (US), and Croda International (UK). BASF SE (Germany), one of the world’s largest chemical companies, operates through seven major segments. With a broad product range, diverse customer base, and operations in more than 80 countries through its joint ventures and subsidiaries, the company has marked its presence on the growth trajectory. DowDuPont is another leading player wherein, Dow Crop Defense focuses on providing inert and additive ingredients, which enhances the effectiveness of pesticides and adjuvant formulations. This, in turn, helps farmers to produce and offer healthier crops. There are some other players in the industry, which are focusing on serving the market with various inert ingredient products and capturing a larger market share such as Eastman Chemicals (US), Solvay (Belgium), Evonik (Germany), Huntsman Corporation (US), Akzonobel (The Netherlands), Royal Dutch Shell (The Netherlands), and LyondellBasell Industries (Netherlands).

Key questions addressed by the report:
  • 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?

Probiotic Ingredients Market Will Hit Big Revenues In Future

The report "Probiotic Ingredients Market by Application (Functional Foods & Beverages, Pharmaceuticals, and Animal Nutrition), Source (Bacteria and Yeast), Form (Dry and Liquid), End-User (Human and Animal), and Region - Global Forecast to 2023", is estimated at USD 268 million in 2018 and is projected to reach USD 402 million by 2023, growing at a CAGR of 8.5% during the forecast period. The market is driven by factors such as the increasing popularity of probiotic dietary supplements and the participation of government bodies in the R&D of probiotics.



By application, the market has been segmented into functional food & beverages, pharmaceuticals, animal nutrition, and others which include cosmetics & personal care products. The pharmaceuticals segment is growing at the highest rate owing to a spike in the number of diseases such as antibiotic-associated diarrhea, inflammatory bowel disease, lactose intolerance, irritable bowel syndrome, vaginal infections, rheumatoid arthritis, liver cirrhosis, and immune enhancement. The intake of dietary supplements for overall improvement in health among consumers would drive the growth of the segment during the forecast period.

By form, the market has been segmented into dry and liquid. The dry form is projected to dominate the market during the forecast period owing to lower costs in transportation when compared with liquid form. The dry form of probiotic ingredients has a higher shelf-life, due to which it is preferred by manufacturers and suppliers.

By end use, the probiotic ingredients market has been segmented into animal and human use. While human use accounts for a larger market share during the forecast period, the usage of probiotic strains in the animal nutrition industry is growing. Probiotic strains are used in feed to enhance the effectiveness of nutrients and show their effects on the gut by aiding in better digestion and reducing the impact of pathogenic bacteria, which causes various diseases in animals. The animals can grow better as the feed is altered in terms of quality and palatability due to its added probiotic content. The aim of probiotic strains is to take care of deficiencies of the natural microflora and provide animals with better resistance against diseases.


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.

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).

Monday, April 18, 2022

Latest Regulatory Trends Impacting the Frozen Food Market

The report "Frozen Food Market by Product (Fruits & Vegetables, Dairy, Meat & Seafood), Type (Raw Material, Half-Cooked), Consumption, Distribution Channel, And Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, And Mea) - Global Forecast To 2025", The frozen food market is estimated to account for about USD 244.3 billion in 2020 and is projected to reach a value of nearly USD 312.3 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 5.0% from 2020. The retail food industry has witnessed significant growth over the past few years, globally. The development of retail channels in the form of supermarkets, hypermarkets, and convenience stores has driven the growth of the frozen food market. These large food chains form an important growing outlet for frozen food products, owing to the latest trend of on-the-go consumption. The rising per capita income and increasing number of working women, globally, have further accelerated the market growth.





By product, the convenience food & ready meals segment is estimated to account for the largest share of the frozen food market in 2020.

On the basis of product, the convenience food & ready meals segment is estimated to dominate the frozen food market in 2020. This is due to the increasing consumer preference toward convenience foods, which indirectly favors the increasing demand for frozen products, as they require less time and efforts. The processed food market is driven by the greater need for convenience due to the busy lifestyles of consumers. This, in turn, increases the demand for frozen products. Increasing disposable income is also one such factor that had a huge influence on the growth of the frozen food market, as it increases the buying power of the consumers.

The frozen food market is witnessing a strong growth due to the developments in the retail landscape.

The development of retail channels in the form of supermarkets, hypermarkets, and convenience stores has driven the growth of the frozen food market. These large food chains form a significant growing outlet for frozen food products, owing to the latest trend of on-the-go consumption. With this, the supermarkets are also able to capture their share in the frozen bakery food market, as a result of the increasing demand for exotic vegetables and fruits and in-house bakers. This trend is driving the frozen food market, especially the frozen bread market.


Europe is estimated to dominate the frozen food market in 2020.

Europe is estimated to account for the largest market share in the frozen food market in 2020. The region is projected to offer huge growth potential to the frozen food market. The market in Germany is estimated to be the major contributor to the growth in the region. The European market is driven by the robust growth of the food industry, which has supported the ready-to-eat snack food industry to gain acceleration in this market.

This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of the leading companies in the frozen food market. It includes the profiles of the leading companies such as General Mills Inc (US), Conagra Brands, Inc. (US), Grupo Bimbo S.A.B. de C.V. (Mexico), Nestle SA (Switzerland), Unilever (Netherlands), Kellogg Company (US), McCain Foods Limited (Canada), Kraft Heinz Company (US), Associated British Foods plc (UK), Ajinomoto (Japan), Vandemoortele NV (Belgium), Lantmannen Unibake International (Denmark).

Biofertilizers Market Growth Opportunities by 2026

The report "Biofertilizers Market by Form (Liquid, Carrier-Based), Mode of Application (Soil Treatment, Seed Treatment), Type (Nitrogen-fixing, Phosphate solubilizing & Mobilizing, Potash Solubilizing & Mobilizing), Crop Type, and Region - Global Forecast to 2026", The Biofertilizers Market was valued at USD 2.6 billion in 2021; it is projected to grow at a CAGR of 11.9% to reach USD 4.5 billion by 2026



The increase in consumer preference for organic food products, adoption of soil fertility management practices, serious concerns regarding the control of nitrate emissions and eutrophication in the aquatic environment, and government promotions for the use of organic fertilizers are a few key drivers encouraging the market growth for biofertilizers, globally.


The Nitrogen fixing Biofertilizers by type is projected to achieve the fastest growth in the Biofertilizers Market.

The value of nitrogen-fixing biofertilizers in improving and enabling a higher yield of legumes and other crops can be realized through the application of biofertilizers. They are mainly used in legumes, pulses, black grams, groundnuts, and soybeans. Moreover, biological nitrogen fixation is considered an important process that determines nitrogen balance in the soil ecosystem. The increase in concerns to reduce pollution caused due to excessive application of nitrogen fertilizers and nitrate emissions in countries, such as the US, Spain, Canada, Brazil, Australia, Argentina, and China, are projected to drive the growth of the nitrogen-fixing biofertilizers market.

By crop type, the Fruits and Vegetable segment is estimated to account for the largest market share in the Biofertilizers Market.

Due to the increase in health concerns, there is an increase in the production and consumption of fruits & vegetables, particularly organic products. In order to improve the quality, shelf life, and yield of fruits & vegetables, various inputs such as biofertilizers are being incorporated. The increase in trend in the cultivation of organic fruits & vegetables and those under IPM practices have created a positive impact on the growth of the biofertilizers market.

The Soil treatment by mode of application is estimated to account for the largest market share of the Biofertilizers Market over the forecast period.

The use of biofertilizers in soil depends on the nutrient content and the type of crops that need to be grown. When these helpful microorganisms are introduced in the soil, they help the plant to receive adequate nutrients that are available in insoluble and absorbable forms. In addition, these biofertilizers do not impact soil fertility adversely but help to enhance its microbial content.

The Liquid Form segment is estimated to observe the fastest market growth in the Biofertilizers Market during the forecast period.

Liquid biofertilizer technology is considered an alternative solution to the conventional form of carrier-based biofertilizers. Liquid fertilizers have significantly higher survival rates after storing for a longer time as compared to other formulations and treatments. They do not get contaminated and have greater immunity against the native soil microbial population. Moreover, it is also convenient for biofertilizer manufacturers due to the limited risks associated with inventory keeping for a longer period and reduces the need for a year-long production process.


North America is estimated to be the largest market.

The imposition of bans on the usage of harmful chemicals and fertilizers in the agricultural industry by governments in North American countries has created a high growth potential for biofertilizers. In addition, the increase in acceptance of organic foods among consumers is projected to widen the scope of growth for leading players. With the increase in inclination toward organic cultivation in the region, the growth of the biofertilizers market is projected to remain high. As per the USDA and Department of Energy (DOE), the increase in the availability of biomass feedstock is also one of the key factors driving the market growth.

Key Market Players:

The key players in this market include Novozymes (Denmark), T. Stanes & Company Limited (India), Kan Biosys (India), Kiwa Biotech (China), and Symborg (Spain).These players in this market are focusing on increasing their presence through agreements and collaborations. 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.

Thursday, April 14, 2022

Pest Control Market to See Major Growth by 2026

The report "Pest Control Market by Pest Type (Insects, Rodents, Termites), Control Method (Chemical, Mechanical, Biological), Mode of Application (Sprays, Traps, Baits), Application (Residential, Commercial, Industrial), and Region – Global Forecast to 2026" estimated at USD 22.7 billion in 2021; it is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.1% to reach USD 29.1 billion by 2026.





Pest control has witnessed strong growth due to public health concerns and an increase in the frequency of pest infestations due to climate changes. In countries such as the US, strong regulatory requirements concerning pest control and environmental protection laws have helped bolster the market demand and attract service providers to set up business units. With the rise in demand and preference for a clean and pest-free environment, pest control manufacturers and service providers have been strategizing on coming up with innovative solutions for the market at a reasonable price. The surge in global Internet penetration would be another influential trend in driving the market in terms of value sales. Manufacturers and distributors make the best of the Internet in spreading awareness about their products and services among target consumers and simultaneously generating revenue sales.

Insects sub-segment in by pest type segment is estimated to account for the largest share in the pest control market.

There are more than a million described species of insects, with 90% of all animal forms on earth consisting of insects. Insects such as mosquitoes, ants, cockroaches, and tiny moths destroy household materials and may cause ill-effects on the human body. Of the different types of insects, certain species are classified as pests and are controlled using chemicals, biologicals, and other mechanical means. The use of chemicals is the mainstream method to reduce losses caused by insect pests. Thus they are estimated to dominate the by pest type segment.

In by control method segment, the software and services sub-segment is projected to account for the fastest market growth in the pest control market.

The software & services segment plays an integral part in digital pest control solutions while implementing platforms and executing activities related to them. These services include consulting, integration, and support and maintenance, which are required to deploy, execute, and maintain pest control. AI and IoT are trending technologies that help improve smart pest monitoring and control. According to one of the primaries conducted in Bayer CropScience, India, “The use of advanced information technologies and connected traps are among the new solutions offered by companies such as the Bayer Rodent Monitoring System.

Sprays sub-segment by mode of application is projected to account for the largest market share of the pest control market over the forecast period.

Spray-based pest control solutions incorporate a liquid formulation which is deployed either in an aerosol form, or a pressurized spray container. The spraying requirements may differ based on the pest type, climate conditions in the region, and the type of chemical used. Spray formulations are used to control a wide array of pests, including flies, cockroaches, ants, scorpions, silverfish, spiders, bed bugs, and ticks. Residual sprays are considered effective as the pesticides are mixed with adjuvants such as surfactants, which allow the pesticide to remain in contact with the infested area or insect body for a limited time.

North America is estimated to dominate the global pest control market over the forecast period.

According to reports by major service providers, Rentokil Initial Plc (UK) and Anticimex (Sweden), North America occupies nearly 50% of the global pest control market. This is attributed to the increase in the number of services available in the US and a high rate of urbanization in the US and Canada. The strengthening of the housing market and a steadily improving economy have led to increased investments in both residential and commercial properties. These factors are driving the market in the region.


Key Market Players:

The key players in this market include Bayer AG, Corteva Agriscience, BASF, Sumitomo Chemical Co., FMC Corporation, Syngenta AG, ADAMA, and Bell Laboratories. These players in this market are focusing on increasing their presence through agreements and collaborations. 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.

Upcoming Growth Trends in the Plant-based Beverages Market

The report "Plant-based Beverages Market by Source (Almond, Soy, Coconut, and Rice), Type (Milk and Other Drinks), Function (Cardiovascular health, Cancer prevention, Lactose intolerance, and Bone health) and Region - Global Forecast to 2023", The plant-based beverages market is estimated at USD 11.16 billion in 2018 and is projected to reach USD 19.67 billion by 2023, growing at a CAGR of 12.0% from 2018 to 2023.




The growth of the plant-based beverages market is attributed to the rise in the number of companies penetrating this nascent market by adding plant-based beverage products based on almond milk, soy milk, and rice milk to their portfolio. In 2017, a major food manufacturing company, Danone (US), acquired The WhiteWave Foods Company (US) to expand its presence in the plant-based beverages space. Apart from this, the rise in the trend of vegan diets, especially in countries such as the UK and the US, amidst the ethical concerns surrounding animal welfare, fats present in animal-based diets, and the usage of antibiotics, has boosted the consumption of plant-based beverages in these countries.


The almond segment is projected to dominate the plant-based beverages market through the forecast period.

Based on the source, the almond segment is projected to dominate the plant-based beverages market, in terms of value, through 2023. The increased demand for dairy-free alternatives; rise in the number of lactose intolerant individuals in major revenue-generating regions such as the Asia Pacific and Africa; increase in the cases of lifestyle-related diseases such as heart diseases and cancer in the US, and rise in obesity cases in developing countries such as Argentina have boosted the almond milk sales, both in terms of value and volume. The almond milk segment has gained popularity in coffee shops and restaurants across the US.

The plant-based milk segment is projected to dominate the plant-based beverages segment.

Based on type, the plant-based milk segment accounted for the larger share in the plant-based beverages market, in terms of value, in 2017. Manufacturers have been coming up with non-dairy alternatives such as almond milk, soy milk, and coconut milk in a variety of flavors, which has gained consumer interest. They are also introducing new sources such as oat milk, cashew milk, rice milk, hemp milk, and pea milk. These alternative dairy sources are occupying spaces on supermarket shelves. The vegan trend is also gaining popularity, with millennials preferring it to traditional dairy beverages. Growing health concerns about the consumption of animal-based diets have led to consumers shifting toward plant-based diets.


The Asia Pacific dominated the global plant-based beverages market.

The Asia Pacific market accounted for the largest share in the plant-based beverages market, in terms of value, in 2017. The region consists of key revenue pockets in countries such as China & Thailand, which are some of the key consumers of plant-based diet products. China is one of the largest consumers of soy milk, which is considered the most suitable alternative to dairy milk. Furthermore, the country’s leading dairy products manufacturer, Want Want China Holdings Limited, is expanding its base in the plant-based beverages space. Apart from this, Thailand is expected to be a key revenue pocket in coming years, with plant-based diets being one of the key trends in the country in 2018 as per the US Department of Agriculture (USDA).

This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of leading companies. It includes the profiles of leading companies such as The WhiteWave Foods Company (US), Blue Diamond Growers (US), Pacific Foods (US), Hain Celestial (US), SunOpta (Canada), Want Want China Holdings Limited (China), Kikkoman(Japan), Califia Farms (US), The Coca-Cola Company (US), Ripple Foods (US), WildWood Organic (US), and Pureharvest (Australia).

Wednesday, April 13, 2022

Latest Regulatory Trends Impacting the Food Encapsulation Market

The report "Food Encapsulation Market by Shell Material (Polysaccharides, Emulsifiers, Lipids, Proteins), Technology (Microencapsulation, Nanoencapsulation, Hybrid Encapsulation), Application, Method, Core Phase, and Region - Global Forecast to 2026", The global food encapsulation market is estimated to be valued at USD 10.6 billion in 2021. It is projected to reach USD 15.6 billion by 2026, recording a CAGR of 8.0% during the forecast period. Encapsulation is majorly done to produce particles that can control mass transport behavior. The diffusion of the material is prevented by the shell material used in encapsulation. Encapsulants act as the wall material and protect the core that consists of a sensitive bioactive agent, from water, oxygen, and light, to avoid any reaction on the core phase. The materials used for the encapsulation of food bioactive agents must be of food-grade because they are incorporated into foods.


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Polysaccharides are considered appropriate shell material because of their enormous molecular structure.

Polysaccharides are easily chemically modifiable and provide numerous textures and viscosities. Because of their enormous molecular structure and ability to entrap bioactives, polysaccharides are considered the appropriate building blocks for delivery systems. Owing to this, they are widely used as inexpensive and safe shell materials for encapsulation. There are numerous types of polysaccharides available in the market for the encapsulation process.

Atomization is preferred over other physical methods because of its large-scale production ability

The atomization process of encapsulation is the suspension of small droplets of the core phase and shell material in the gas phase with the help of spray chillers, spray dryers, spinning disks, and many similar equipment types. The atomization process is a widely used process for the encapsulation of food ingredients. The atomization process is preferred over other processes because of some major advantages offered, which include the possibility of employing a wide variety of encapsulating agents; availability of large equipment; simplicity of equipment; the ability of large-scale production; larger efficiency; and lower transport, storage, and process costs. The major disadvantage of this process is that the materials produced are non-uniform in size.


Hybrid encapsulation is projected to record the highest CAGR during the forecast period

Hybrid encapsulation technology of bioactive agents is a developing field capable of developing functional food products. Health-promoting food ingredients, such as vitamins, essential oils, antioxidants, antimicrobials, and flavors, can be delivered successfully in functional food products by doing hybrid encapsulation, which helps in enhancing the stability and bioactivity for targeting health benefits. Hybrid encapsulation is used in numerous applications, such as hybrid encapsulation of essential oils & nutrients, antimicrobials, probiotics, and antioxidants. Hybrid encapsulates are formed by emulsification of an aqueous solution of starch, an oil phase containing the active core. The emulsion is obtained and mixed with a core-shell capsule suspension. The spray drying process is performed on the resulting mixture, and hybrid encapsulates are obtained.

Key players in this market include Cargill, Incorporated (US), BASF SE (Germany), DuPont (US), DSM (Netherlands), FrieslandCampina (Netherlands), Kerry (Ireland), Ingredion (Switzerland), International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. IFF (US), Symrise (Germany), Sensient Technologies Corporation (US), Blachem Inc. (US), Firmenich SA (Switzerland), Vitablend (Netherlands), Advanced Bionutrition Corp (US), Encpasys LLC (US), Clextral (France), Sphera Encapsulation (Italy), Aveka (US), Lycored (Israel), and Tastetech (US).