Europe Insecticide Market SIZE & SHARE ANALYSIS - GROWTH TRENDS & FORECASTS UP TO 2029

The Europe Insecticide Market is segmented by Application Mode (Chemigation, Foliar, Fumigation, Seed Treatment, Soil Treatment), by Crop Type (Commercial Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Grains & Cereals, Pulses & Oilseeds, Turf & Ornamental) and by Country (France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Russia, Spain, Ukraine, United Kingdom). The report offers market size in both market value in USD and market volume in metric ton. Further, the report includes a market split by application mode and crop types.

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svg icon Study Period 2017 - 2029
svg icon Market Size (2024) USD 4.52 Billion
svg icon Market Size (2029) USD 5.67 Billion
svg icon Largest Share by Application Mode Foliar
svg icon CAGR (2024 - 2029) 4.61 %
svg icon Largest Share by Country Germany

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Europe Insecticide Market Major Players

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Key Players

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Europe Insecticide Market Analysis

The Europe Insecticide Market size is estimated at 4.52 billion USD in 2024, and is expected to reach 5.67 billion USD by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 4.61% during the forecast period (2024-2029).

4.52 Billion

Market Size in 2024 (USD)

5.67 Billion

Market Size in 2029 (USD)

4.38 %

CAGR (2017-2023)

4.61 %

CAGR (2024-2029)

Largest Segment by Application Mode

58.26 %

value share, Foliar, 2023

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The adoption of precision farming and increasing awareness of sustainable farming techniques have contributed to the growth of the foliar application segment in Europe.

Largest Segment by Crop Type

60.67 %

value share, Grains & Cereals, 2023

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Grains and cereals dominate in insecticide consumption as they are affected by adverse weather conditions that favor widespread pest infestations, particularly aphids.

Largest Segment By Country

46.65 %

value share, Germany, 2023

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The increase in the per capita consumption of insecticides due to the increase in pest infestations in the major crops over the years drives the insecticide market in Germany.

Leading Market Player 1

14.76 %

market share, Syngenta Group, 2022

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Syngenta AG has launched a new insecticidal active ingredient with PLINAZOLIN® technology, which controls invasive pests in various crop types with targeted spray programs.

Leading Market Player 2

9.39 %

market share, BASF SE, 2022

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BASF expanded its global insecticide portfolio by launching innovative and effective active ingredients Inscalis and Broflanilide, bolstering BASF's insect-control lineup.

Foliar application is the most significant method of insecticide application in Europe

  • The market for foliar application of insecticides in Europe is significant and accounted for the largest market share of 58.2% in 2022, with a value of USD 2.42 billion. The adoption of modern agricultural practices like precision application and the increasing awareness of sustainable farming techniques in European countries have contributed to the growth of this application mode.
  • Seed treatment accounted for a share of 16.5% in 2022. Seed treatment of insecticides is effective against soil-borne diseases like wireworms, cabbage root flies, carrot flies, onion flies, and Colorado potato beetles. Wireworms are the larvae of click beetles and can cause significant damage to various crops, including potatoes, cereals, root vegetables, and ornamental plants. They feed on the underground parts of plants, such as seeds, roots, and tubers, leading to stunted growth, reduced yields, and sometimes plant death.
  • There is a growing emphasis on the utilization of the soil treatment mode of insecticide application to protect soil health and combat soil-borne insects that damage agricultural crops like white grub, termites, wireworms, mole cricket, earwigs, black scarab beetles, cutworms, and fire ants. Due to this, the consumption of insecticides through soil treatment methods is projected to increase by 3,457.5 metric tons between 2023 and 2029.
  • Hydrogen cyanide, naphthalene, nicotine, and methyl bromide are the common chemicals used for fumigation purposes in the region. Fumigation is considered an effective method for controlling pests and reducing the risk of infestations in storing grains and cereals.
  • These different application methods help farmers employ targeted approaches to protect their crops from fungal infections and enhance overall productivity.
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Germany's dominance in the market is fueled by the increasing demand for insecticides driven by the necessity for effective insect control.

  • The European insecticide market is witnessing significant expansion. This increased demand for insecticides is driven by the need to effectively manage insect pests such as the corn borer, leaf beetle, aphids, stem sawfly, and leafhoppers, which pose significant threats to crops, causing yield losses. As of 2022, Europe accounted for 12.8% of the total market share value in the global insecticide market.
  • In 2022, Germany held a significant share of 47.3% in the North American fungicide market, asserting its dominance. Germany has a vast and diverse agricultural landscape, cultivating crops across different areas. This diversity makes crops more vulnerable to a variety of insect pests, resulting in an increased need for insecticides. The most frequently utilized insecticide active ingredients are carbamates and pyrethroids.
  • With a significant market share of 12.9%, Russia ranks as the second-largest consumer of insecticides globally. The country's agricultural practices focus on intensive farming, characterized by the extensive cultivation of high-yield crops. However, this intensive approach also creates favorable conditions for the rapid spread of insect pests, such as aphids, maggots, whiteflies, flea beetles, cutworms, hornworms, and thrips. These pests pose a substantial threat to grains and cereals, resulting in crop damage and diminished yields. Therefore, insecticides become essential to safeguard crops and ensure continued productivity.
  • The market is expected to experience a CAGR of 4.5% during the forecast period (2023-2029), primarily driven by the raised concerns for food security, growing demand for agricultural products, and the rising significance of insecticides in protecting crops.

Europe Insecticide Market Trends

Germany recorded the highest insecticide per capita consumption rate in Europe

  • Insect pests feed on plant tissues, such as leaves, stems, roots, or fruits. They use their mouth parts to chew, pierce, or suck plant fluids, leading to direct physical damage. This feeding can result in the removal of plant tissues, reducing the plant's abilities of photosynthesis, nutrient uptake, and water transport, eventually reducing crop yield.
  • Germany's major cropping regions, namely the North German Plain, Lower Rhine Region, Black Forest Region, and Baltic Sea Coast are renowned for agricultural productivity. These regions majorly cultivate crops such as wheat, barley, rapeseed, potatoes, and sugar beets. However, these crops face notable challenges from pests such as aphids, cabbage white butterflies, Colorado beetles, and wireworms, which can result in substantial crop losses. To combat these pests and ensure optimal yields, insecticides are crucial for pest control and management. Owing to these factors, Germany recorded the highest insecticide consumption rate of 3.0 kg/ha in 2022 in Europe.
  • Italy is the second-largest consumer of insecticide, with a consumption rate of 2.7 kg/ha in 2022. The Po Valley, Puglia, Sicily, and Emilia-Romagna regions are significant cropping regions in Italy, characterized by a range of climatic conditions from continental to Mediterranean. These climatic conditions enable infestation by grapevine moths, Colorado potato beetles, corn borers, aphids, and red palm weevils, leading to major crop losses. To combat these pest infestations and mitigate crop losses, farmers often rely on the use of insecticides.
  • Europe has a predominantly temperate climate, which is an ideal habitat for various pests, allowing them to reproduce and multiply rapidly. Such factors are expected to drive the insecticides market during the forecast period.
Europe Insecticide Market

The demand for these active ingredients is growing due to the rising usage of insecticides

  • Lambda-cyhalothrin, classified as a pyrethroid insecticide, is a synthetic compound inspired by natural pyrethrins found in chrysanthemum flowers. Its purpose is to combat pests, including aphids, thrips, leafhoppers, whiteflies, and various caterpillar species in crops like cotton, corn, soybeans, vegetables, and fruits. This active ingredient acts as a neurotoxin, targeting insects' nervous systems. It disrupts normal nerve cell function, inducing paralysis and eventual pest demise. In 2022, its cost stood at USD 22.7 thousand per metric ton.
  • In 2022, the cost of cypermethrin was estimated at USD 21.2 thousand per metric ton. This active ingredient has gained substantial usage in agriculture due to its efficiency in managing diverse insect species like aphids, beetles, spotted ball worms, pink ball worms, early spot borers, and hairy caterpillars. Its proven efficacy has rendered it a favored selection among European farmers aiming to safeguard their crops from pests and ensure a productive harvest.
  • Emamectin benzoate functions as an insecticide, displaying potent effectiveness against various damaging Lepidoptera species that target agricultural crops' fruits and leaves. Derived naturally, its active component belongs to the avermectin chemical group, causing paralysis in larvae by activating chloride channels at the nerve level. Emamectin benzoate offers rapid activity and mode of action to achieve high efficiency at minimal application rates across all stages of larval development. It was developed for application on crops like stonefruits, grapes, and a wide range of vegetables. It is also a compatible option for integrated pest management (IPM) initiatives in orchards and greenhouses. In 2022, its cost stood at USD 17.4 thousand per metric ton.
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Europe Insecticide Industry Overview

The Europe Insecticide Market is moderately consolidated, with the top five companies occupying 44.74%. The major players in this market are BASF SE, Bayer AG, FMC Corporation, Nufarm Ltd and Syngenta Group (sorted alphabetically).

Europe Insecticide Market Leaders

  1. BASF SE

  2. Bayer AG

  3. FMC Corporation

  4. Nufarm Ltd

  5. Syngenta Group

Europe Insecticide Market Concentration

Other important companies include ADAMA Agricultural Solutions Ltd, Corteva Agriscience, Sumitomo Chemical Co. Ltd, UPL Limited, Wynca Group (Wynca Chemicals).

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order.

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Europe Insecticide Market News

  • January 2023: Bayer formed a new partnership with Oerth Bio to enhance crop protection technology and create more eco-friendly crop protection solutions.
  • August 2022: Syngenta introduced Acelepryn, a novel insecticide for the control of white worms in lawns. The product can be used in sports courts, golf courses, racecourses, bowling fields, and aerodromes and for professional application in commercial and residential lawns.
  • June 2022: Corteva Agriscience launched a new insecticide called Geronimo. The product is effective against important pests, especially certain lepidoptera, rigidoptera, bedbugs, and ticks.

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Europe Insecticide Market Report - Table of Contents

1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & KEY FINDINGS

2. REPORT OFFERS

3. INTRODUCTION

  • 3.1 Study Assumptions & Market Definition
  • 3.2 Scope of the Study​
  • 3.3 Research Methodology

4. KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS

  • 4.1 Consumption Of Pesticide Per Hectare
  • 4.2 Pricing Analysis For Active Ingredients
  • 4.3 Regulatory Framework
    • 4.3.1 France
    • 4.3.2 Germany
    • 4.3.3 Italy
    • 4.3.4 Netherlands
    • 4.3.5 Russia
    • 4.3.6 Spain
    • 4.3.7 Ukraine
    • 4.3.8 United Kingdom
  • 4.4 Value Chain & Distribution Channel Analysis

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION (includes market size in Value in USD and Volume, Forecasts up to 2029 and analysis of growth prospects)

  • 5.1 Application Mode
    • 5.1.1 Chemigation
    • 5.1.2 Foliar
    • 5.1.3 Fumigation
    • 5.1.4 Seed Treatment
    • 5.1.5 Soil Treatment
  • 5.2 Crop Type
    • 5.2.1 Commercial Crops
    • 5.2.2 Fruits & Vegetables
    • 5.2.3 Grains & Cereals
    • 5.2.4 Pulses & Oilseeds
    • 5.2.5 Turf & Ornamental
  • 5.3 Country
    • 5.3.1 France
    • 5.3.2 Germany
    • 5.3.3 Italy
    • 5.3.4 Netherlands
    • 5.3.5 Russia
    • 5.3.6 Spain
    • 5.3.7 Ukraine
    • 5.3.8 United Kingdom
    • 5.3.9 Rest of Europe

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Key Strategic Moves
  • 6.2 Market Share Analysis
  • 6.3 Company Landscape
  • 6.4 Company Profiles (includes Global level Overview, Market level overview, Core Business Segments, Financials, Headcount, Key Information, Market Rank, Market Share, Products and Services, and analysis of Recent Developments)
    • 6.4.1 ADAMA Agricultural Solutions Ltd
    • 6.4.2 BASF SE
    • 6.4.3 Bayer AG
    • 6.4.4 Corteva Agriscience
    • 6.4.5 FMC Corporation
    • 6.4.6 Nufarm Ltd
    • 6.4.7 Sumitomo Chemical Co. Ltd
    • 6.4.8 Syngenta Group
    • 6.4.9 UPL Limited
    • 6.4.10 Wynca Group (Wynca Chemicals)

7. KEY STRATEGIC QUESTIONS FOR CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS CEOS

8. APPENDIX

  • 8.1 Global Overview
    • 8.1.1 Overview
    • 8.1.2 Porter’s Five Forces Framework
    • 8.1.3 Global Value Chain Analysis
    • 8.1.4 Market Dynamics (DROs)
  • 8.2 Sources & References
  • 8.3 List of Tables & Figures
  • 8.4 Primary Insights
  • 8.5 Data Pack
  • 8.6 Glossary of Terms
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List of Tables & Figures

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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMPTION PER HECTARE, GRAMS, EUROPE, 2017 - 2022
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  2. ACTIVE INGREDIENT PRICE PER METRIC TON, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2022
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  2. INSECTICIDE VOLUME METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE VALUE USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE MARKET BY APPLICATION MODE, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE MARKET BY APPLICATION MODE, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF INSECTICIDE BY APPLICATION MODE, %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF INSECTICIDE BY APPLICATION MODE, %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH CHEMIGATION, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH CHEMIGATION, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF CHEMIGATION BY CROP TYPE, %, EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH FOLIAR, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH FOLIAR, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF FOLIAR BY CROP TYPE, %, EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH FUMIGATION, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH FUMIGATION, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF FUMIGATION BY CROP TYPE, %, EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH SEED TREATMENT, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH SEED TREATMENT, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF SEED TREATMENT BY CROP TYPE, %, EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH SOIL TREATMENT, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH SOIL TREATMENT, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF SOIL TREATMENT BY CROP TYPE, %, EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE MARKET BY CROP TYPE, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE MARKET BY CROP TYPE, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF INSECTICIDE BY CROP TYPE, %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF INSECTICIDE BY CROP TYPE, %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY COMMERCIAL CROPS, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY COMMERCIAL CROPS, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF COMMERCIAL CROPS BY APPLICATION MODE, %, EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY FRUITS & VEGETABLES, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY FRUITS & VEGETABLES, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF FRUITS & VEGETABLES BY APPLICATION MODE, %, EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY GRAINS & CEREALS, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY GRAINS & CEREALS, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF GRAINS & CEREALS BY APPLICATION MODE, %, EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY PULSES & OILSEEDS, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY PULSES & OILSEEDS, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF PULSES & OILSEEDS BY APPLICATION MODE, %, EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY TURF & ORNAMENTAL, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY TURF & ORNAMENTAL, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF TURF & ORNAMENTAL BY APPLICATION MODE, %, EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE MARKET BY COUNTRY, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE MARKET BY COUNTRY, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF INSECTICIDE BY COUNTRY, %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF INSECTICIDE BY COUNTRY, %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY FRANCE, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY FRANCE, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF FRANCE BY CROP TYPE, %, EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY GERMANY, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY GERMANY, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF GERMANY BY CROP TYPE, %, EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY ITALY, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY ITALY, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF ITALY BY CROP TYPE, %, EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY NETHERLANDS, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY NETHERLANDS, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF NETHERLANDS BY CROP TYPE, %, EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY RUSSIA, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY RUSSIA, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF RUSSIA BY CROP TYPE, %, EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY SPAIN, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY SPAIN, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF SPAIN BY CROP TYPE, %, EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY UKRAINE, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY UKRAINE, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF UKRAINE BY CROP TYPE, %, EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY UNITED KINGDOM, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY UNITED KINGDOM, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF UNITED KINGDOM BY CROP TYPE, %, EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY REST OF EUROPE, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY REST OF EUROPE, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF REST OF EUROPE BY CROP TYPE, %, EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES BY NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES, EUROPE, 2017-2022
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  2. MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES BY NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES, EUROPE, 2017-2022
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  2. MARKET SHARE OF MAJOR PLAYERS, %, EUROPE 2023

Europe Insecticide Industry Segmentation

Chemigation, Foliar, Fumigation, Seed Treatment, Soil Treatment are covered as segments by Application Mode. Commercial Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Grains & Cereals, Pulses & Oilseeds, Turf & Ornamental are covered as segments by Crop Type. France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Russia, Spain, Ukraine, United Kingdom are covered as segments by Country.

  • The market for foliar application of insecticides in Europe is significant and accounted for the largest market share of 58.2% in 2022, with a value of USD 2.42 billion. The adoption of modern agricultural practices like precision application and the increasing awareness of sustainable farming techniques in European countries have contributed to the growth of this application mode.
  • Seed treatment accounted for a share of 16.5% in 2022. Seed treatment of insecticides is effective against soil-borne diseases like wireworms, cabbage root flies, carrot flies, onion flies, and Colorado potato beetles. Wireworms are the larvae of click beetles and can cause significant damage to various crops, including potatoes, cereals, root vegetables, and ornamental plants. They feed on the underground parts of plants, such as seeds, roots, and tubers, leading to stunted growth, reduced yields, and sometimes plant death.
  • There is a growing emphasis on the utilization of the soil treatment mode of insecticide application to protect soil health and combat soil-borne insects that damage agricultural crops like white grub, termites, wireworms, mole cricket, earwigs, black scarab beetles, cutworms, and fire ants. Due to this, the consumption of insecticides through soil treatment methods is projected to increase by 3,457.5 metric tons between 2023 and 2029.
  • Hydrogen cyanide, naphthalene, nicotine, and methyl bromide are the common chemicals used for fumigation purposes in the region. Fumigation is considered an effective method for controlling pests and reducing the risk of infestations in storing grains and cereals.
  • These different application methods help farmers employ targeted approaches to protect their crops from fungal infections and enhance overall productivity.
Application Mode Chemigation
Foliar
Fumigation
Seed Treatment
Soil Treatment
Crop Type Commercial Crops
Fruits & Vegetables
Grains & Cereals
Pulses & Oilseeds
Turf & Ornamental
Country France
Germany
Italy
Netherlands
Russia
Spain
Ukraine
United Kingdom
Rest of Europe
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Market Definition

  • Function - Insecticides are chemicals used to control or prevent insects from damaging the crop and prevent yield loss.
  • Application Mode - Foliar, Seed Treatment, Soil Treatment, Chemigation, and Fumigation are the different type of application modes through which crop protection chemicals are applied to the crops.
  • Crop Type - This represents the consumption of crop protection chemicals by Cereals, Pulses, Oilseeds, Fruits, Vegetables, Turf, and Ornamental crops.
Keyword Definition
IWM​ Integrated weed management (IWM) is an approach to incorporate multiple weed control techniques throughout the growing season to give producers the best opportunity to control problematic weeds.​
Host​ Hosts are the plants that form relationships with beneficial microorganisms and help them colonize.​
Pathogen​ A disease-causing organism.​
Herbigation​ Herbigation is an effective method of applying herbicides through irrigation systems.​
Maximum residue levels (MRL)​ Maximum Residue Limit (MRL) is the maximum allowed limit of pesticide residue in food or feed obtained from plants and animals.
IoT​ The Internet of Things (IoT) is a network of interconnected devices that connect and exchange data with other IoT devices and the cloud.​
Herbicide-tolerant varieties (HTVs)​ Herbicide-tolerant varieties are plant species that have been genetically engineered to be resistant to herbicides used on crops.​
Chemigation​ Chemigation is a method of applying pesticides to crops through an irrigation system.​
Crop Protection​ Crop protection is a method of protecting crop yields from different pests, including insects, weeds, plant diseases, and others that cause damage to agricultural crops.​
Seed Treatment​ Seed treatment helps to disinfect seeds or seedlings from seed-borne or soil-borne pests. Crop protection chemicals, such as fungicides, insecticides, or nematicides, are commonly used for seed treatment.
Fumigation​ Fumigation is the application of crop protection chemicals in gaseous form to control pests.
Bait ​A bait is a food or other material used to lure a pest and kill it through various methods, including poisoning.
Contact Fungicide​ Contact pesticides prevent crop contamination and combat fungal pathogens.​ They act on pests (fungi) only when they come in contact with the pests.
Systemic Fungicide​ A systemic fungicide is a compound taken up by a plant and then translocated within the plant, thus protecting the plant from attack by pathogens.​
Mass Drug Administration (MDA)​ Mass drug administration is the strategy to control or eliminate many neglected tropical diseases​.
Mollusks​ Mollusks are pests that feed on crops, causing crop damage and yield loss. Mollusks include octopi, squid, snails, and slugs.
Pre-emergence Herbicide​ Preemergence herbicides are a form of chemical weed control that prevents germinated weed seedlings from becoming established.​
Post-emergence Herbicide​ Postemergence herbicides are applied to the agricultural field to control weeds after emergence (germination) of seeds or seedlings.​
Active Ingredients​ Active ingredients are the chemicals in pesticide products that kill, control, or repel pests.​
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)​ The Department of Agriculture provides leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, and related issues​.
Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) ​ The WSSA, a non-profit professional society, promotes research, education, and extension outreach activities related to weeds​.
Suspension concentrate​ Suspension concentrate (SC) is one of the formulations of crop protection chemicals with solid active ingredients dispersed in water.​
Wettable powder​ A wettable powder (WP) is a powder formulation that forms a suspension when mixed with water prior to spraying. ​
Emulsifiable concentrate ​ Emulsifiable concentrate (EC) is a concentrated liquid formulation of pesticide that needs to be diluted with water to create a spray solution.​
Plant-parasitic nematodes ​ Parasitic Nematodes feed on the roots of crops, causing damage to the roots. These damages allow for easy plant infestation by soil-borne pathogens, which results in crop or yield loss.
Australian Weeds Strategy (AWS)​ The Australian Weeds Strategy, owned by the Environment and Invasives Committee, provides national guidance on weed management.​
Weed Science Society of Japan (WSSJ) ​ WSSJ aims to contribute to the prevention of weed damage and the utilization of weed value by providing the chance for research presentation and information exchange.​
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Europe Insecticide Market Research FAQs

The Europe Insecticide Market size is expected to reach USD 4.52 billion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 4.61% to reach USD 5.67 billion by 2029.

In 2024, the Europe Insecticide Market size is expected to reach USD 4.52 billion.

BASF SE, Bayer AG, FMC Corporation, Nufarm Ltd and Syngenta Group are the major companies operating in the Europe Insecticide Market.

In the Europe Insecticide Market, the Foliar segment accounts for the largest share by application mode.

In 2024, Germany accounts for the largest share by country in the Europe Insecticide Market.

In 2023, the Europe Insecticide Market size was estimated at 4.52 billion. The report covers the Europe Insecticide Market historical market size for years: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Europe Insecticide Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.

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