The Global Nematicides Market was valued at approximately USD 2.19 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a robust CAGR of 7.83% during the forecast period 2025 to 2035. Nematicides, specialized chemical agents formulated to suppress or eliminate parasitic nematodes that infest crops, have become indispensable tools in modern agriculture. These microscopic worms, though invisible to the naked eye, are responsible for significant yield losses in high-value crops. The growing reliance on precision farming and the urgency to optimize crop health have spurred the adoption of effective nematicidal solutions across both developed and emerging agricultural economies. In response, agribusiness players are continually reformulating safer, more efficient, and environment-friendly nematicide variants to meet regulatory and sustainability standards.
Accelerated by shifting climatic conditions, pest migration patterns, and increased demand for high-yielding crop varieties, the global nematicide sector is experiencing a technological renaissance. There is growing interest in bio-rational and integrated crop protection approaches, particularly in regions where environmental impact assessments are increasingly stringent. The need to reduce crop loss and maintain soil health without compromising regulatory compliance has urged market leaders to invest in targeted delivery systems, like seed treatment and soil-injection formulations. However, the high toxicity of certain synthetic products, coupled with emerging resistance among nematode species, continues to challenge market expansion, prompting a rapid pivot toward biopesticides and organic alternatives.
North America holds a commanding share in the global nematicides market, largely due to its well-regulated crop protection ecosystem and widespread mechanized farming across the U.S. and Canada. European countries such as Germany, France, and Spain are also seeing increasing adoption, driven by stringent EU agricultural standards that favor environmentally sustainable products. In Asia Pacific, countries like China and India are spearheading regional growth through expanding horticultural activities, rising awareness of crop protection measures, and significant governmental support for integrated pest management programs. Latin America, especially Brazil, represents a burgeoning hotspot with its vast arable lands and intensive cultivation practices, offering considerable opportunity for nematicide penetration.
Major market player included in this report are:
• Bayer AG
• Syngenta AG
• UPL Limited
• FMC Corporation
• BASF SE
• Corteva Agriscience
• Marrone Bio Innovations
• Nufarm Limited
• ADAMA Agricultural Solutions
• Isagro S.p.A.
• American Vanguard Corporation
• Valent BioSciences LLC
• Eastman Chemical Company
• Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd.
• BioWorks, Inc.
Global Nematicides Market Report Scope:
• Historical Data – 2023, 2024
• Base Year for Estimation – 2024
• Forecast period - 2025-2035
• Report Coverage - Revenue forecast, Company Ranking, Competitive Landscape, Growth factors, and Trends
• Regional Scope - North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa
• Customization Scope - Free report customization (equivalent up to 8 analysts’ working hours) with purchase. Addition or alteration to country, regional & segment scope*
The objective of the study is to define market sizes of different segments & countries in recent years and to forecast the values for the coming years. The report is designed to incorporate both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the industry within the countries involved in the study. The report also provides detailed information about crucial aspects, such as driving factors and challenges, which will define the future growth of the market. Additionally, it incorporates potential opportunities in micro-markets for stakeholders to invest, along with a detailed analysis of the competitive landscape and product offerings of key players.
The detailed segments and sub-segments of the market are explained below:
By Type:
• Fumigants
• Carbamates
• Organophosphates
• Others
By Form:
• Dry
• Liquid
By Crop Type:
• Fruits & Vegetables
• Cereals & Grains
• Oilseeds & Pulses
• Others
By Mode of Application:
• Soil Treatment
• Seed Treatment
• Others
By Region:
North America
• U.S.
• Canada
Europe
• UK
• Germany
• France
• Spain
• Italy
• Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
• Brazil
• Mexico
Middle East & Africa
• UAE
• Saudi Arabia
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East & Africa
Key Takeaways:
• Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2025 to 2035.
• Annualized revenues and regional level analysis for each market segment.
• Detailed analysis of geographical landscape with Country level analysis of major regions.
• Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
• Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approach.
• Analysis of competitive structure of the market.
• Demand side and supply side analysis of the market.
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