Global Biological Pesticide Market – Industry Trends and Forecast to 2031

The Biological Pesticide market is experiencing robust expansion, with market size projected to increase from XX billion in 2024 to xx billion by 2031, demonstrating a consistent year-over-year growth rate of 15.99%. Biological Pesticide Market Size, Share, Competitive Landscape and Trend Analysis Report, by Types (Bioinsecticide, Biofungicide, Bionematicide, Others), by applications (Foliar Application, Seed Treatment, Soil Application, Others) And regions (North America(United States.Canada.Mexico), South America(Brazil.Argentina.Chile.Rest of South America), Europe(Germany.France.Italy.United Kingdom.Benelux.Nordics.Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific(China.Japan.India.South Korea.Australia.Southeast Asia.Rest of Asia-Pacific), MEA(Middle East.Africa)) : Industry Forecast and Opportunity Analysis for 2024 - 2031

‘Biological pesticides’ is an extensive market that includes the research, development, manufacturing, and marketing of pesticides produced from naturally occurring microorganisms or their derivatives, such as bacteria, fungi, viruses, and plant extracts. Biological pesticides present themselves as a greener option compared to synthetic chemical pesticides because they tend to affect non-target organisms to a lesser extent and can cause less damage to the environment. These products find application in many fields of agriculture aimed at combating pests, plant diseases, and weeds. With such demand for green and clean agriculture practices rising due to consumer consciousness alongside regulatory compliance and the increasing attention on organic farming, the biological pesticides market is expected to grow fueled by creativity, research, and the invention of better biological control agents and solutions, respectively.

Biological Pesticide Report Highlights

Report Metrics	Details
Forecast period	2019-2031
Base Year Of Estimation	2023
Growth Rate	CAGR of 15.99%
By Product Type	Bioinsecticide, Biofungicide, Bionematicide, Others
Key Market Players	BASF SE (Germany) Syngenta AG (Switzerland) Bayer AG (Germany) Bioceres S.A. (Argentina) Novozymes (Denmark) Koppert Biological Systems (Netherlands) Floridienne SA (Belgium) Gowan Group (Ireland) Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd. (Japan) Certis USA LLC. (U.S.)
By Region	North America(United States.Canada.Mexico) South America(Brazil.Argentina.Chile.Rest of South America) Europe(Germany.France.Italy.United Kingdom.Benelux.Nordics.Rest of Europe) Asia Pacific(China.Japan.India.South Korea.Australia.Southeast Asia.Rest of Asia-Pacific) MEA(Middle East.Africa)

Biological Pesticide Market Trends

The surging demand for organic foods and the environmentally safe ways of farming have occasioned a remarkable paradigm shift in the global launch of the of the biological pesticide market in favour of more sustainable agricultural practices. Biological pesticides are increasingly being used by farmers in place of synthetic chemicals, mainly due to their comparative lesser toxicity, allowing for minimal effects on non-target organisms, including beneficial insects and even soil health. This is also because of the increased restrictions on the use of chemical pesticides, as well as the increasing concern over health risks associated with practicing the chemical-based form of agriculture. Therefore, the market for such biopesticides, such as the microbial, plant-based, and biochemical ones, is witnessing rapid growth. In addition, enhanced R&D expenditure by the major players has resulted in the introduction of new active ingredients and formulations. Given the trend of agrochemical companies and biotech companies concentrating on the development of more precise and effective biological solutions, the expansion of the global biological pesticide market seems inevitable in the near future, presenting farmers with eco-friendly alternatives to pesticides that promote agricultural outputs.

Biological Pesticide Market Leading Players

The key players profiled in the report are BASF SE (Germany), Syngenta AG (Switzerland), Bayer AG (Germany), Bioceres S.A. (Argentina), Novozymes (Denmark), Koppert Biological Systems (Netherlands), Floridienne SA (Belgium), Gowan Group (Ireland), Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd. (Japan), Certis USA LLC. (U.S.)

Growth Accelerators

The global biological pesticide market is primarily driven by the increasing demand for sustainable agricultural practices and the growing awareness of chemical pesticides effects on the environment. Due to the health and environmental consciousness of consumers, there is a positively increasing trend towards organic farming and eco-friendly pest control. Biological pest management refers to the use of insects, plants, and minerals, among other natural sources, to replace harmful synthetic chemicals. This also goes hand in hand with the growing concerns over the environmental impact of the chemical pesticides and their use by encouraging farmers and agricultural producers to look for better, safer options. Moreover, R&D growth within the scope of biological pesticides is also a factor in the growth of the market. New players present unique active ingredients and/or improvement formulation technologies to fulfil foreseen unmet needs on biological pesticides, which are increasingly becoming attractive to the end users—farmers. So, the increase in IPM practices also enhances the utilization of biological pesticides. As the agricultural practices sharpen towards more sustainable ones, the market demand for biological pesticides is also likely to increase and therefore widen the opportunity for growth in the market.

Biological Pesticide Market Segmentation analysis

The Global Biological Pesticide is segmented by Type, Application, and Region.
By Type, the market is divided into Distributed Bioinsecticide, Biofungicide, Bionematicide, Others . The Application segment categorizes the market based on its usage such as Foliar Application, Seed Treatment, Soil Application, Others. Geographically, the market is assessed across key Regions like North America(United States.Canada.Mexico), South America(Brazil.Argentina.Chile.Rest of South America), Europe(Germany.France.Italy.United Kingdom.Benelux.Nordics.Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific(China.Japan.India.South Korea.Australia.Southeast Asia.Rest of Asia-Pacific), MEA(Middle East.Africa) and others, each presenting distinct growth opportunities and challenges influenced by the regions.

Competitive Landscape

The global biopesticide market has a broad spectrum when it comes to competition due to the different existing players in this market. These include, but are not limited to, multinational companies, organic biologically controlled inner firms, and local players. Major players, such as BASF SE, Bayer AG, and Syngenta, possess vast resources and devote a considerable portion of their R&D efforts to the extension of the biological pest control product range. Such companies tend to form strategic partnerships or collaborations with other stakeholders involved in agricultural research in a bid to improve their products available in the market and remain competitive. On the other hand, abounding younger firms and startups are also coming up with ‘biological pest control’ solutions with a focus on different areas, including ‘microbial pesticides’ and natural biochemicals. They practice sustainability to an extent that goes in line with the growing market for organic farming, as the Rise of the Stars audience demands pesticide- and herbicide-free farming practices. Therefore, it makes the business environment in the biological pesticides market very tense and at the same time full of opportunities for this business, existing and new players.

Challenges In Biological Pesticide Market

The expansion and acceptance of the global biological pesticide market is besieged with a number of hindrances. The first and foremost of these is the regulatory approval process, which itself takes quite a long time and is very complicated. In most cases, biological pesticides are marketed only after a long battery of testing designed to prove they are both effective and safe. This sometimes leads to increased delays and escalation of costs, plus a longer period for entry into the market in comparison to usual-place chemical pesticides. It then becomes very challenging for such companies to do business and for such farmers to wait for these products. The other great problem is that of the belief and acceptability of biological pesticides by farmers as well as agricultural stakeholders. For instance, a large proportion of farmers are used to utilizing chemical-based pesticides because of their quick action and effectiveness. As a result, most of them will be doubtful as to how effective and dependable the green products will be. It is therefore imperative that this barrier be addressed in order to enhance the production and use of biological pesticides for sustainable agricultural practices.

Risks & Prospects in Biological Pesticide Market

The global biological pesticide market is expected to grow in the forecast period due to the rising need for organic and eco-friendly agriculture. With an increased understanding of the effects of chemical pesticides on people and the environment, farmers and agriculture, in general, want to explore healthier options with minimal chemical residue, which encourages biodiversity. Biological pesticides are made using natural products like plants, bacteria, and minerals, which are effective in pest control and also comply with organic farming. The movement toward organic and sustainable methods of cultivation presents a new opportunity for the market because many growers are now turning to biological solutions to pest control. In addition, the regulations issued by the government encouraging organic farming while restricting the use of toxic chemicals also serve to positively influence the development of the biological pesticides industry. Since consumers prefer organic products, coupled with the increased concerns on food safety and environmental health, it is possible for manufacturers and suppliers to upgrade their product lines and enter new markets where agricultural development is on the rise.

Key Target Audience

The global biological pesticide market primarily aims at farmers and agricultural producers who are now more than ever looking for safe options to use as opposed to chemical pesticides. The need to ensure protection of crops from pest and disease attack without harming the surrounding environment and conforming to regulations is what drives these individuals. Biopesticides are products that use naturally occurring or naturally derived materials to control pests, which is an answer to the problem of the need for organic food, whose other solution would have been the exploitation of harmful toxic chemicals. This means that by using biopesticides, the quality and quantity of crops produced would be improved with the general health of the soils and other biological aspects.,, Furthermore, the relevant legislative and regulatory institutions are also of interest, as they outline the modes of implementation of sustainable farming, such as biological control strategies. Among these different segments of the audience, the biological pesticide market is expanding due to the increased awareness of ecological sustainability as well as the emerging need for integrated pest management.

Merger and acquisition

Booming Mergers and Acquisitions in the World Biological Pesticides Market Niche and Perspectives on Growth Mergers and Acquisitions in the Biological Pesticides Market: Global Marketing Strategies and Prospects for Growth Expansion in product offerings, product line extensions, and geography are at the forefront of acquisition strategy among the giants in the global biological pesticides market and industrial ecosystem. For example, in 2023, BASF will fully acquire Marrone Bio Innovations, a company that works on developing bio-based crop protection products as part of BASF’s strategy to increase its sustainable agriculture business. This organic growth strategy allows BASF to build on Marrone’s core differentiated biological technologies and also enables BASF to compete in the booming market for green pesticides. Also, Syngenta made waves in the news with its recent acquisition of Valent Biosciences, based in the USA, at the end of 2022, also known for its biopesticide solutions. This approach helps Syngenta absorb the know-how of Valent’s bioinsecticides and bio fungicides into its range of products in order to keep up with the growing popularity of the extension for the prevention of pests in an eco-friendlier manner. Such changes are indicative of a wider tendency in the biological pesticide industry, namely, the active engagement of such players in mergers and acquisitions with the admitted aim of adapting to the ongoing trends towards sustainable agriculture and the provision of pest control measures that do not harm the environment.