Nematicides Market Size, Share, Trends, Growth and Forecast 2030

Report Description

Forecast Period	2026-2030
Market Size (2024)	USD 1.87 Billion
CAGR (2025-2030)	8.51%
Fastest Growing Segment	Fumigant
Largest Market	North America
Market Size (2030)	USD 3.05 Billion

Market Overview

The Global Nematicides Market, valued at USD 1.87 Billion in 2024, is projected to experience a CAGR of 8.51% to reach USD 3.05 Billion by 2030. Nematicides are chemical or biological agents specifically engineered to control plant-parasitic nematodes, microscopic roundworms that inflict substantial damage to agricultural crops by attacking root systems. The global market for these products is primarily driven by the escalating need to mitigate crop losses and enhance food security amidst a growing global population. Specifically, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), in 2023, up to 40% of global crop production was lost annually due to pests and diseases, including nematodes, underscoring the critical demand for effective control solutions.

Furthermore, the expansion of high-value crop cultivation and the intensification of agricultural practices contribute significantly to the increased incidence of nematode infestations, thereby necessitating nematicide application. However, stringent regulatory frameworks and increasing environmental concerns regarding the residual effects of certain synthetic nematicides represent a significant challenge that could impede overall market expansion.

Key Market Drivers

The persistent global challenge of declining arable land significantly intensifies the reliance on nematicides to maximize agricultural productivity from existing farmlands. As the world's population expands, the finite nature of land resources demands increased efficiency in crop production, making comprehensive crop protection indispensable. According to the FAOSTAT Analytical Brief 107, in June 2025, "Land statistics 2001–2023", cropland area per capita decreased by approximately 20 percent, from 0.24 to 0.19 hectares per capita between 2001 and 2023. This reduction necessitates advanced solutions like nematicides to prevent yield losses caused by parasitic roundworms, ensuring optimal output from every available hectare.

Concurrently, a burgeoning consumer preference for organic foods and sustainable agricultural practices is a pivotal force reshaping the nematicides market, driving innovation towards bio-based alternatives. Farmers are increasingly adopting environmentally friendly pest management solutions to meet the escalating demand for organic produce. According to IFOAM – Organics International and FiBL, in February 2025, "The World of Organic Agriculture" yearbook, the global organic farming area expanded by 2.5 million hectares in 2023, reaching nearly 99 million hectares, underscoring this shift. This trend fosters the development and market penetration of biological nematicides, offering sustainable options for nematode control. The broader pesticide and other agricultural chemicals market, which includes nematicides, is forecast to grow from $102.9 billion in 2023 to $169.8 billion by 2028, as reported by Infosys in its 2024 "Agri-chem Industry Outlook 2024".

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Key Market Challenges

Stringent regulatory frameworks and increasing environmental concerns regarding the residual effects of certain synthetic nematicides significantly impede the growth of the Global Nematicides Market. These elevated requirements necessitate extensive testing and lengthy approval processes, directly increasing the financial burden and development timelines for new products. This situation reduces the incentive for companies to invest in novel nematicide chemistries, consequently slowing the introduction of innovative solutions crucial for market expansion and addressing evolving agricultural needs.

The cost of bringing a new crop protection chemical active constituent to market now exceeds USD $300 million, with the journey from discovery to market surpassing 12 years, according to a 2024 CropLife Australia report. This substantial investment is largely driven by the volume and complexity of environmental safety and toxicology data demanded by regulatory bodies. Furthermore, a 2023 position paper by CropLife Africa Middle East revealed that a likely 75% reduction in the available crop protection toolbox for maize pests and a 58% impact on the toolbox for coffee pests in Kenya were expected due to certain EU regulatory withdrawals, directly demonstrating how regulations restrict the availability of critical active ingredients to farmers. These factors limit product portfolios and restrain overall market growth.

Key Market Trends

The integration of precision agriculture technologies into nematicide application signifies a crucial shift towards optimizing resource utilization and enhancing efficacy. This trend employs advanced tools like GPS-guided equipment, remote sensing, and variable-rate application systems for precise nematicide delivery where and when needed. Such targeted application reduces input costs, lessens environmental impact, and improves crop health. According to the USDA Agricultural Resource Management Survey, in January 2025, the current adoption rate of Variable Rate Technology in the United States increased by 69% across major commodity crops, reflecting a substantial move towards data-driven input management. This precise approach maximizes nematicide protective benefits against nematode infestations, contributing to sustainable farming.

Growing strategic collaborations among agrochemical companies, biotechnology firms, and research institutions significantly influence the nematicides market. These alliances are essential for pooling resources, sharing expertise, and accelerating the discovery and commercialization of innovative nematicide solutions, especially next-generation biologicals and those with novel modes of action. Joint ventures mitigate the high costs and lengthy timelines associated with research and regulatory approval. For example, in June 2025, Bayer and Kimitec announced the launch of two new biological products, Ambition Complete Gen2 and Ambition Secure Gen2, from their expanded strategic alliance, underscoring the direct impact of collaborative efforts on bringing advanced biological solutions to market. These partnerships diversify product portfolios and address evolving pest challenges.

Segmental Insights

While the bio-based segment is identified as the fastest-growing in the global nematicides market, the fumigant segment holds a significant market share and remains a crucial component for effective nematode control. Fumigants are highly valued for their superior efficacy, volatility, and broad-spectrum action against a wide range of nematodes and other soil-borne pathogens. Their ability to penetrate soil deeply ensures comprehensive disinfection, making them a preferred choice for high-value crops such as fruits and vegetables where severe yield losses from nematode infestations are a major concern. The consistent performance and reliable fast-acting effects of fumigants have established their traditional preference among growers, securing their substantial market position.

Regional Insights

North America consistently leads the global nematicides market, driven by several specific factors. The region's extensive adoption of advanced agricultural practices and modern farming techniques necessitates robust crop protection solutions. Farmers demonstrate high awareness regarding significant yield losses caused by persistent nematode infestations in major crops like soybeans, corn, and cotton, thus fostering demand for effective control measures. Furthermore, the presence of prominent agrochemical companies actively engaged in research and development contributes to a dynamic market offering diverse nematicide solutions. A favorable regulatory environment also supports the introduction of both conventional and bio-based nematicides, ensuring products meet agricultural needs while adhering to safety standards.

Recent Developments

In January 2025, Bayer announced an exclusive distribution agreement with UK-based Ecospray to market a new biological liquid nematicide, Velsinum™, across the European Union. Derived from garlic, Velsinum™ offers a natural alternative to synthetic chemical nematicides for vegetable and potato crops. This collaboration aimed to provide growers with an effective tool against nematode root damage, concurrently supporting overall plant and soil health. The partnership underscores a commitment to integrating new botanical and biological solutions into agricultural practices, fostering regenerative agriculture through safe, effective, and zero-residue options.

In September 2024, the DEKALB and Asgrow seed brands, owned by Bayer, announced the introduction of 46 new products for the 2025 season. Significantly, all new DEKALB products for 2025 will standardize the inclusion of Acceleron® N-314 nematicide. This nematicide combines Votivo® and fluopyram, offering enhanced protection against unseen nematode pests in corn. This initiative provides farmers with advanced defense against yield-robbing pests from the outset of planting, integrating nematicide technology directly into seed treatments for improved crop performance and protection.

In February 2024, Corteva Agriscience introduced Salibro™ nematicide to the Indian market. This innovative product, utilizing Reklemel™ active, was designed to offer farmers an effective and environmentally conscious method for protecting crops from damaging nematodes. Salibro™ works by selectively targeting harmful nematodes while preserving beneficial soil organisms vital for soil health and a balanced ecosystem. This launch provided a new solution for horticultural crops such as capsicum, cucumber, tomato, and brinjal, addressing significant yield losses caused by plant-parasitic nematodes and supporting sustainable agricultural practices.

In February 2024, Syngenta Korea launched Vaniva®, an innovative nematicide featuring its newly developed TYMIRIUM™ technology. This advanced granule product was the first in Korea to incorporate this technology, which effectively blocks the entire life cycle of plant-parasitic nematodes, from eggs to adults, preventing their invasion, movement, and reproduction. Vaniva® demonstrated excellent nematicidal effects in trials, providing robust root protection for crops. This breakthrough in nematicide research aimed to maximize crop production by safeguarding roots without negatively impacting early plant growth, thereby offering a reliable solution for farmers.

Key Market Players

American Vanguard Corporation
BASF SE
Bayer AG
Corteva, Inc.
Syngenta Crop Protection AG
FMC Corporation
UPL Limited
Isagro SpA
Pro Farm Group Inc.
Nufarm Limited

By Product Type	By Form	By Mode of Application	By Crop Type	By Region
Fumigant Carbamate Organophosphate Bionematicide Others	Solid Liquid	Fumigation Irrigation Spraying Seed Treatment Others	Macro Indicators Field Crops Fruits & Nuts Vegetables Others	North America Europe Asia Pacific South America Middle East & Africa

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Nematicides Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Nematicides Market, By Product Type:

o Fumigant

o Carbamate

o Organophosphate

o Bionematicide

o Others

Nematicides Market, By Form:

o Solid

o Liquid

Nematicides Market, By Mode of Application:

o Fumigation

o Irrigation

o Spraying

o Seed Treatment

o Others

Nematicides Market, By Crop Type:

o Macro Indicators

o Field Crops

o Fruits & Nuts

o Vegetables

o Others

Nematicides Market, By Region:

o North America

§ United States

§ Canada

§ Mexico

o Europe

§ France

§ United Kingdom

§ Italy

§ Germany

§ Spain

o Asia Pacific

§ China

§ India

§ Japan

§ Australia

§ South Korea

o South America

§ Brazil

§ Argentina

§ Colombia

o Middle East & Africa

§ South Africa

§ Saudi Arabia

§ UAE

Competitive Landscape

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Table of content

1. Product Overview

1.1. Market Definition

1.2. Scope of the Market

1.2.1. Markets Covered

1.2.2. Years Considered for Study

1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Objective of the Study

2.2. Baseline Methodology

2.3. Key Industry Partners

2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources

2.5. Forecasting Methodology

2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation

2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview of the Market

3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations

3.3. Overview of Key Market Players

3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries

3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends

4. Voice of Customer

5. Global Nematicides Market Outlook

5.1. Market Size & Forecast

5.1.1. By Value

5.2. Market Share & Forecast

5.2.1. By Product Type (Fumigant, Carbamate, Organophosphate, Bionematicide, Others)

5.2.2. By Form (Solid, Liquid)

5.2.3. By Mode of Application (Fumigation, Irrigation, Spraying, Seed Treatment, Others)

5.2.4. By Crop Type (Macro Indicators, Field Crops, Fruits & Nuts, Vegetables, Others)

5.2.5. By Region

5.2.6. By Company (2024)

5.3. Market Map

6. North America Nematicides Market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.1.1. By Value

6.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.2.1. By Product Type

6.2.2. By Form

6.2.3. By Mode of Application

6.2.4. By Crop Type

6.2.5. By Country

6.3. North America: Country Analysis

6.3.1. United States Nematicides Market Outlook

6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.3.1.1.1. By Value

6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.3.1.2.1. By Product Type

6.3.1.2.2. By Form

6.3.1.2.3. By Mode of Application

6.3.1.2.4. By Crop Type

6.3.2. Canada Nematicides Market Outlook

6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.3.2.1.1. By Value

6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.3.2.2.1. By Product Type

6.3.2.2.2. By Form

6.3.2.2.3. By Mode of Application

6.3.2.2.4. By Crop Type

6.3.3. Mexico Nematicides Market Outlook

6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.3.3.1.1. By Value

6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.3.3.2.1. By Product Type

6.3.3.2.2. By Form

6.3.3.2.3. By Mode of Application

6.3.3.2.4. By Crop Type

7. Europe Nematicides Market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.1.1. By Value

7.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.2.1. By Product Type

7.2.2. By Form

7.2.3. By Mode of Application

7.2.4. By Crop Type

7.2.5. By Country

7.3. Europe: Country Analysis

7.3.1. Germany Nematicides Market Outlook

7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.1.1.1. By Value

7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.1.2.1. By Product Type

7.3.1.2.2. By Form

7.3.1.2.3. By Mode of Application

7.3.1.2.4. By Crop Type

7.3.2. France Nematicides Market Outlook

7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.2.1.1. By Value

7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.2.2.1. By Product Type

7.3.2.2.2. By Form

7.3.2.2.3. By Mode of Application

7.3.2.2.4. By Crop Type

7.3.3. United Kingdom Nematicides Market Outlook

7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.3.1.1. By Value

7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.3.2.1. By Product Type

7.3.3.2.2. By Form

7.3.3.2.3. By Mode of Application

7.3.3.2.4. By Crop Type

7.3.4. Italy Nematicides Market Outlook

7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.4.1.1. By Value

7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.4.2.1. By Product Type

7.3.4.2.2. By Form

7.3.4.2.3. By Mode of Application

7.3.4.2.4. By Crop Type

7.3.5. Spain Nematicides Market Outlook

7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.5.1.1. By Value

7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.5.2.1. By Product Type

7.3.5.2.2. By Form

7.3.5.2.3. By Mode of Application

7.3.5.2.4. By Crop Type

8. Asia Pacific Nematicides Market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.1.1. By Value

8.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.2.1. By Product Type

8.2.2. By Form

8.2.3. By Mode of Application

8.2.4. By Crop Type

8.2.5. By Country

8.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis

8.3.1. China Nematicides Market Outlook

8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.1.1.1. By Value

8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.1.2.1. By Product Type

8.3.1.2.2. By Form

8.3.1.2.3. By Mode of Application

8.3.1.2.4. By Crop Type

8.3.2. India Nematicides Market Outlook

8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.2.1.1. By Value

8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.2.2.1. By Product Type

8.3.2.2.2. By Form

8.3.2.2.3. By Mode of Application

8.3.2.2.4. By Crop Type

8.3.3. Japan Nematicides Market Outlook

8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.3.1.1. By Value

8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.3.2.1. By Product Type

8.3.3.2.2. By Form

8.3.3.2.3. By Mode of Application

8.3.3.2.4. By Crop Type

8.3.4. South Korea Nematicides Market Outlook

8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.4.1.1. By Value

8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.4.2.1. By Product Type

8.3.4.2.2. By Form

8.3.4.2.3. By Mode of Application

8.3.4.2.4. By Crop Type

8.3.5. Australia Nematicides Market Outlook

8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.5.1.1. By Value

8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.5.2.1. By Product Type

8.3.5.2.2. By Form

8.3.5.2.3. By Mode of Application

8.3.5.2.4. By Crop Type

9. Middle East & Africa Nematicides Market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.1.1. By Value

9.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.2.1. By Product Type

9.2.2. By Form

9.2.3. By Mode of Application

9.2.4. By Crop Type

9.2.5. By Country

9.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis

9.3.1. Saudi Arabia Nematicides Market Outlook

9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.3.1.1.1. By Value

9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.3.1.2.1. By Product Type

9.3.1.2.2. By Form

9.3.1.2.3. By Mode of Application

9.3.1.2.4. By Crop Type

9.3.2. UAE Nematicides Market Outlook

9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.3.2.1.1. By Value

9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.3.2.2.1. By Product Type

9.3.2.2.2. By Form

9.3.2.2.3. By Mode of Application

9.3.2.2.4. By Crop Type

9.3.3. South Africa Nematicides Market Outlook

9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.3.3.1.1. By Value

9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.3.3.2.1. By Product Type

9.3.3.2.2. By Form

9.3.3.2.3. By Mode of Application

9.3.3.2.4. By Crop Type

10. South America Nematicides Market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.1.1. By Value

10.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.2.1. By Product Type

10.2.2. By Form

10.2.3. By Mode of Application

10.2.4. By Crop Type

10.2.5. By Country

10.3. South America: Country Analysis

10.3.1. Brazil Nematicides Market Outlook

10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.3.1.1.1. By Value

10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.3.1.2.1. By Product Type

10.3.1.2.2. By Form

10.3.1.2.3. By Mode of Application

10.3.1.2.4. By Crop Type

10.3.2. Colombia Nematicides Market Outlook

10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.3.2.1.1. By Value

10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.3.2.2.1. By Product Type

10.3.2.2.2. By Form

10.3.2.2.3. By Mode of Application

10.3.2.2.4. By Crop Type

10.3.3. Argentina Nematicides Market Outlook

10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.3.3.1.1. By Value

10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.3.3.2.1. By Product Type

10.3.3.2.2. By Form

10.3.3.2.3. By Mode of Application

10.3.3.2.4. By Crop Type

11. Market Dynamics

11.1. Drivers

11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)

12.2. Product Launches (If Any)

12.3. Recent Developments

13. Global Nematicides Market: SWOT Analysis

14. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

14.1. Competition in the Industry

14.2. Potential of New Entrants

14.3. Power of Suppliers

14.4. Power of Customers

14.5. Threat of Substitute Products

15. Competitive Landscape

15.1. American Vanguard Corporation

15.1.1. Business Overview

15.1.2. Products & Services

15.1.3. Recent Developments

15.1.4. Key Personnel

15.1.5. SWOT Analysis

15.2. BASF SE

15.3. Bayer AG

15.4. Corteva, Inc.

15.5. Syngenta Crop Protection AG

15.6. FMC Corporation

15.7. UPL Limited

15.8. Isagro SpA

15.9. Pro Farm Group Inc.

15.10. Nufarm Limited

16. Strategic Recommendations

17. About Us & Disclaimer

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