US Turf and Ornamental Protection Market Size
Study Period | 2017 - 2029 | |
Market Size (2024) | USD 2.67 Billion | |
Market Size (2029) | USD 3.33 Billion | |
Largest Share by Function | Herbicide | |
CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 4.55 % | |
Fastest Growing by Function | Herbicide | |
Major Players |
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US Turf and Ornamental Protection Market Analysis
The US Turf and Ornamental Protection Market size is estimated at 2.67 billion USD in 2024, and is expected to reach 3.33 billion USD by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 4.55% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
2.67 Billion
Market Size in 2024 (USD)
3.33 Billion
Market Size in 2029 (USD)
6.99 %
CAGR (2017-2023)
4.55 %
CAGR (2024-2029)
Largest Segment by Function
53.41 %
value share, Herbicide, 2023
Herbicides are used to manage weeds like crabgrass, goosegrass, barnyard grass, foxtail, bluegrass, and others, which are prevalent issues in golf courses and other turf areas.
Fastest-Grwoing Segment by Function
4.76 %
Projected CAGR, Herbicide, 2024-2029
The herbicides market in the turf and ornamental segment is projected to witness significant growth due to rising domestic demand for these plants and the need to control weeds.
Largest Segment by Application Mode
40.64 %
value share, Foliar, 2023
Foliar application is relatively easy and can be done using various equipment, including backpack sprayers, tractor-mounted sprayers, or specialized turf sprayers.
Leading Market Player 1
11.29 %
market share, Corteva Agriscience, 2022
The company has both systemic and contact products with wider coverage of pests, weeds, and diseases with unique modes of action preventing resistance development.
Leading Market Player 2
10.88 %
market share, Nufarm Ltd, 2022
Nufarm is engaged in the manufacturing of chemical turf and ornamental protection products to provide customers with long-standing foundational products and unique formulations.
An increase in the number of floriculture producers drives the usage of crop protection chemicals
- The turf and ornamental segment accounted for 13.1% of the total US crop protection chemicals market in 2022. This segment encompasses a wide range of spaces, including parks, gardens, sports fields, and landscaping. These areas commonly encounter difficulties related to pests that can impact their aesthetic appeal and overall health.
- In 2021, 9,558 floriculture producers spread across 17 states in the United States. Within those 17 states, the number of producers witnessed an 8% rise from the previous year. The highest sales were recorded in annual bedding and garden plants, amounting to USD 2.3 billion. As cultivation and the number of producers continue to grow, there is a corresponding increase in the use of pesticides.
- In 2022, herbicides dominated the market with a majority share of 53.3%. This is due to the prevalence of weed infestation. Turf and ornamental crops are commonly affected by various weeds, including crabgrass, goosegrass, barnyardgrass, and foxtail. As a result, the use of herbicides has increased to combat these challenges and maintain the health and appearance of the crops.
- Insecticides accounted for 37.5% of the market share in 2022. Northern and southern masked chafers, Asiatic Garden beetles, weevils, billbugs, Japanese beetles, oriental beetles, European chafers, cutworms, and other chinch bugs are common insect pests affecting the turf and ornamental sector.
- The crop protection chemicals market in the turf and ornamental sector is projected to grow during the forecast period with an estimated CAGR of 4.5%, driven by the increasing problems with fungal disease, insects, and weeds.
US Turf and Ornamental Protection Market Trends
Growing adoption of turf & ornamental crops in various applications, extending cultivation area under these crops may drive the market
- Neonicotinoids are the most commonly used in turf care as a preventive material for the control of white grubs. Turf and ornamental crops comprise about 4% of neonicotinoid usage in the United States. There is a rising demand for well-maintained turf and ornamental landscapes, such as in parks, golf courses, gardens, and public spaces, leading to higher pesticide usage to control pests and maintain the desired appearance.
- The area under the turf and ornamental increased by 649.8 thousand hectares between 2017 and 2022 due to the rising demand for flowers in the United States. The increase in cultivation area and meeting the quality requirements led to the increase in the consumption of pesticides during the same period.
- Homeowners, landscapers, and property managers are more aware of the importance of pest management to maintain the value and appeal of their landscapes, leading to higher adoption of pesticide products. Golf courses, sports fields, and public parks often require pest management to maintain their quality, contributing to the consumption of pesticides in the turf segment.
- Additionally, an increase in pest pressures affecting turfs and ornamental areas, such as weeds, insects, or diseases, could lead to an increase in the consumption of pesticides for effective control during the coming years. As urban areas expand, green spaces become more concentrated, creating conducive environments for pests to thrive, which could lead to a higher demand for pest management solutions.
- Changing climate patterns can influence pest populations, which may drive the consumption of pesticides in the coming years.
Effectiveness in controlling various insects such as aphids, beetles, spotted ball worms, pink ball worms, early spot borers, hairy caterpillars, and limited availability in the country is increasing the price of it
- In 2022, cypermethrin was priced at USD 21.2 thousand per metric ton. It has been widely adopted in turf & ornamental crops for its effectiveness in controlling various types of insects, including aphids, beetles, spotted ball worms, pink ball worms, early spot borers, and hairy caterpillars. Its effectiveness has made it popular for farmers seeking to protect their crops from pests and ensure a successful harvest.
- Atrazine, a systemic herbicide belonging to the chlorinated triazine group, is utilized for targeted control of annual grasses and broadleaf weeds before their emergence. Pesticide formulations containing atrazine are approved for application on various turf & ornamental such as sports turf, golf course turf, and commercial and residential lawns, in addition to agricultural applications like corn, sweet corn, sorghum, sugarcane, wheat, macadamia nuts, and guava. Atrazine was priced at USD 13.8 thousand per metric ton in 2022.
- Malathion is used to control a wide range of pests, including aphids, fleas, and other sucking pests on several valuable ornamental crops. Crops extensively grown in the United States and frequently use malathion are chrysanthemums, evergreens, roses, camellias, and azaleas. Malathion was priced at USD 12.6 thousand per metric ton in 2022.
- Mancozeb is a broad-spectrum contact fungicide labeled for outdoor and greenhouse crops in the United States. It protects against a wide spectrum of fungal diseases, including leaf, stem, stripe rusts, botrytis blight, leaf spot, and Cercospora blight. It serves as a seed treatment for crops such as potatoes, corn, sorghum, tomatoes, and cereal grains. In 2022, its market value reached USD 7.8 thousand per metric ton.
US Turf and Ornamental Protection Industry Overview
The US Turf and Ornamental Protection Market is moderately consolidated, with the top five companies occupying 44.37%. The major players in this market are BASF SE, Corteva Agriscience, Environmental Science US LLC (Envu), FMC Corporation and Nufarm Ltd (sorted alphabetically).
US Turf and Ornamental Protection Market Leaders
BASF SE
Corteva Agriscience
Environmental Science US LLC (Envu)
FMC Corporation
Nufarm Ltd
Other important companies include American Vanguard Corporation, Gowan Company, Mitsui & Co. Ltd (Certis Belchim), Syngenta Group, UPL Limited.
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order.
US Turf and Ornamental Protection Market News
- April 2023: Nufarm launched a new liquid formulation fungicide, Tourney EZ, exclusively for turf and ornamental crops based on customer demand, which further strengthens the company's role in turf and ornamental crop protection.
- November 2022: Lier Chemical Company Ltd and Nufarm Ltd Americas Inc. established a partnership to deliver glufosinate to the turf and ornamental (T&O) industry.
- March 2022: With the QuickPHlo-R (QPR) phosphine generator, which uses a special granular formulation in an enclosed application system, UPL Environmental Solutions expanded its fumigation product line.
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US Turf and Ornamental Protection 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
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4.3 Regulatory Framework
- 4.3.1 United States
- 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)
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5.1 Function
- 5.1.1 Fungicide
- 5.1.2 Herbicide
- 5.1.3 Insecticide
- 5.1.4 Molluscicide
- 5.1.5 Nematicide
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5.2 Application Mode
- 5.2.1 Chemigation
- 5.2.2 Foliar
- 5.2.3 Fumigation
- 5.2.4 Seed Treatment
- 5.2.5 Soil Treatment
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
- 6.1 Key Strategic Moves
- 6.2 Market Share Analysis
- 6.3 Company Landscape
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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 American Vanguard Corporation
- 6.4.2 BASF SE
- 6.4.3 Corteva Agriscience
- 6.4.4 Environmental Science US LLC (Envu)
- 6.4.5 FMC Corporation
- 6.4.6 Gowan Company
- 6.4.7 Mitsui & Co. Ltd (Certis Belchim)
- 6.4.8 Nufarm Ltd
- 6.4.9 Syngenta Group
- 6.4.10 UPL Limited
7. KEY STRATEGIC QUESTIONS FOR CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS CEOS
8. APPENDIX
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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
List of Tables & Figures
- Figure 1:
- PESTICIDE CONSUMPTION PER HECTARE, GRAMS, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2022
- Figure 2:
- ACTIVE INGREDIENT PRICE PER METRIC TON, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2022
- Figure 3:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS VOLUME METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 4:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS VALUE USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 5:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS MARKET BY FUNCTION, METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 6:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS MARKET BY FUNCTION, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 7:
- VALUE SHARE OF CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS BY FUNCTION, %, UNITED STATES, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 8:
- VOLUME SHARE OF CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS BY FUNCTION, %, UNITED STATES, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 9:
- CONSUMPTION OF FUNGICIDE, METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 10:
- CONSUMPTION OF FUNGICIDE, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 11:
- VALUE SHARE OF FUNGICIDE BY APPLICATION MODE, %, UNITED STATES, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 12:
- CONSUMPTION OF HERBICIDE, METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 13:
- CONSUMPTION OF HERBICIDE, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 14:
- VALUE SHARE OF HERBICIDE BY APPLICATION MODE, %, UNITED STATES, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 15:
- CONSUMPTION OF INSECTICIDE, METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 16:
- CONSUMPTION OF INSECTICIDE, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 17:
- VALUE SHARE OF INSECTICIDE BY APPLICATION MODE, %, UNITED STATES, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 18:
- CONSUMPTION OF MOLLUSCICIDE, METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 19:
- CONSUMPTION OF MOLLUSCICIDE, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 20:
- VALUE SHARE OF MOLLUSCICIDE BY APPLICATION MODE, %, UNITED STATES, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 21:
- CONSUMPTION OF NEMATICIDE, METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 22:
- CONSUMPTION OF NEMATICIDE, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 23:
- VALUE SHARE OF NEMATICIDE BY APPLICATION MODE, %, UNITED STATES, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 24:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS MARKET BY APPLICATION MODE, METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 25:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS MARKET BY APPLICATION MODE, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 26:
- VALUE SHARE OF CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS BY APPLICATION MODE, %, UNITED STATES, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 27:
- VOLUME SHARE OF CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS BY APPLICATION MODE, %, UNITED STATES, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 28:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH CHEMIGATION, METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 29:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH CHEMIGATION, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 30:
- VALUE SHARE OF CHEMIGATION BY FUNCTION, %, UNITED STATES, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 31:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH FOLIAR, METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 32:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH FOLIAR, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 33:
- VALUE SHARE OF FOLIAR BY FUNCTION, %, UNITED STATES, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 34:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH FUMIGATION, METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 35:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH FUMIGATION, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 36:
- VALUE SHARE OF FUMIGATION BY FUNCTION, %, UNITED STATES, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 37:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH SEED TREATMENT, METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 38:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH SEED TREATMENT, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 39:
- VALUE SHARE OF SEED TREATMENT BY FUNCTION, %, UNITED STATES, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 40:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH SOIL TREATMENT, METRIC TON, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 41:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH SOIL TREATMENT, USD, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 42:
- VALUE SHARE OF SOIL TREATMENT BY FUNCTION, %, UNITED STATES, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 43:
- MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES BY NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES, UNITED STATES, 2017-2022
- Figure 44:
- MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES BY NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES, UNITED STATES, 2017-2022
- Figure 45:
- MARKET SHARE OF MAJOR PLAYERS, %, UNITED STATES 2022
US Turf and Ornamental Protection Industry Segmentation
Fungicide, Herbicide, Insecticide, Molluscicide, Nematicide are covered as segments by Function. Chemigation, Foliar, Fumigation, Seed Treatment, Soil Treatment are covered as segments by Application Mode.
- The turf and ornamental segment accounted for 13.1% of the total US crop protection chemicals market in 2022. This segment encompasses a wide range of spaces, including parks, gardens, sports fields, and landscaping. These areas commonly encounter difficulties related to pests that can impact their aesthetic appeal and overall health.
- In 2021, 9,558 floriculture producers spread across 17 states in the United States. Within those 17 states, the number of producers witnessed an 8% rise from the previous year. The highest sales were recorded in annual bedding and garden plants, amounting to USD 2.3 billion. As cultivation and the number of producers continue to grow, there is a corresponding increase in the use of pesticides.
- In 2022, herbicides dominated the market with a majority share of 53.3%. This is due to the prevalence of weed infestation. Turf and ornamental crops are commonly affected by various weeds, including crabgrass, goosegrass, barnyardgrass, and foxtail. As a result, the use of herbicides has increased to combat these challenges and maintain the health and appearance of the crops.
- Insecticides accounted for 37.5% of the market share in 2022. Northern and southern masked chafers, Asiatic Garden beetles, weevils, billbugs, Japanese beetles, oriental beetles, European chafers, cutworms, and other chinch bugs are common insect pests affecting the turf and ornamental sector.
- The crop protection chemicals market in the turf and ornamental sector is projected to grow during the forecast period with an estimated CAGR of 4.5%, driven by the increasing problems with fungal disease, insects, and weeds.
Function | Fungicide |
Herbicide | |
Insecticide | |
Molluscicide | |
Nematicide | |
Application Mode | Chemigation |
Foliar | |
Fumigation | |
Seed Treatment | |
Soil Treatment |
Market Definition
- Function - Crop Protection Chemicals are apllied to control or prevent pests, including insects, fungi, weeds, nematodes, and mollusks, from damaging the crop and to protect the crop yield.
- 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 Turf and Ornamental crops in United States
Keyword | Definition |
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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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