The Global Agricultural Films Market Size Was Valued At USD 10.25 Billion In 2021. The Market Is Projected To Grow From USD 10.71 Billion In 2022 To USD 16.37 Billion By 2030, Exhibiting A CAGR Of 6.3% During The Forecast Period.

Agricultural Films Market Overview:

The global COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented and shocking. Demand for agricultural films is lower than expected in all regions compared to what it was before the pandemic. Based on our research, the global market was 1.4% smaller in 2020 than it was in 2019.

Agricultural films are made of plastic that can be stretched and are used to protect plants in both open fields and greenhouses. The crops grow better because of these films. Adding UV, thermal stabilisers, and anti-fogging agents, among other things, has made these plastic films work better and last longer. The need for more food has led farmers to use more plastic films that work well. These films are used in tunnels, greenhouses, irrigation systems, mulching, and silage, among other places. They block the sun from the inside of the greenhouses and make hail less damaging. During the time frame of the agricultural films market forecast, the growth of the agriculture industry is expected to boost the demand for agricultural films.

Market Dynamics:

Latest Trends:

Biodegradable films are being used more and more to protect the environment, which will drive market growth.

As an alternative to films that harm the environment and people's health, more and more people are using films that break down into harmless substances. Europa says that plastic mulch films make up about 80% of the plastic waste in the farming industry. So, people have tried to make biopolymers that break down or can be eaten in order to improve crop performance and farming methods for end users. These films are made of natural polymers and come in sheets that are solid. Biodegradable agri-films make crops better, increase yields, use less water for irrigation, control weeds better, and get rid of or cut down on the use of herbicides and pesticides. So, if people like these movies more and more, the market should grow.

Also, strict rules about traditional plastics could make it easier to use biodegradable products in crop production. This will help the agricultural industry be better for the environment. During the forecast period, the growth of the market is expected to be driven by these factors.

Driving Factors:

Market will be driven by rising food demand due to population growth.

As the world's population has grown, farmers have had to produce more food. The United Nations says that over the next 30 years, the world's population will grow by 2 billion people. This growth and rising incomes in developing countries have led to more changes in diet, which has pushed up the demand for food around the world. The amount of nutrients in the soil has changed because farmers use land every year to grow crops. So, instead of traditional farming methods, many new ones are used to increase yield.

On the other hand, agricultural films are put on crops and feed to stop them from going bad and to stop microbes from growing on them. It also helps raise the temperature of the soil and help plants grow. The plastics industry has been making a lot of new, efficient products and technologies to help companies that make food make more money and make more food. Also, the development of different farming techniques has led to cost-effectiveness by making it possible to grow more and better crops with less money. The growth of the market has been driven by the growing need to increase agricultural productivity to meet daily food needs with the least amount of money spent.

Adding more nanogreenhouses around the world to increase agricultural output and boost growth

Plastic films used to cover greenhouses have changed into new materials that are stronger and clearer. Nano greenhouses have made it possible to get more out of crops and harvest them quickly. It is called cellular polycarbonate NANO and is used to cover greenhouses. The polycarbonate NANO is a white material that can change how light behaves. This makes sure that the light spectrum in the greenhouse is good for the plants. Nano polycarbonate also repels water, keeps plants from getting burned by direct sunlight, and protects against bad weather and other outside conditions. This saves money on labour and energy. The growth of the agricultural films market should be helped by the fact that they are being used more and more to cover greenhouses.

Restraining Factors:

Environmental rules that make it hard to use plastics will slow the growth of the market.

Mostly, oil and natural gas are used to make plastic. Most pollution, like the pollution of arable land and water, is caused by plastic. Concerns about protecting the environment and saving resources have led many governments and groups to make rules about how to use plastic. The use of agricultural films is likely to be affected by these strict rules. Also, the cost of crude oil affects the price and availability of plastics. Changes in oil prices cause plastic prices to go up and down, which is expected to make it harder for farmers to use agri-films.

Segmentation Analysis:

By Material Analysis:

LDPE, LLDPE, HDPE, EVA/EBA, reclaims, and other materials make up the different parts of the market.

Linear Low-Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) has a wide range of uses in agriculture because it is easy to get, cheap, strong, easy to work with, doesn't conduct electricity, and is resistant to chemicals. So, LLDPE held the largest share of the market for agricultural films in 2021. Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE) films can be clear or coloured, and they can also be opaque. These films are used in farming areas where the weather is harsh and there isn't enough water. Low tunnels, greenhouses, mulching, silage, and irrigation tapes all use LDPE films. The segment is expected to grow because of the rising demand for films that let in more light, reduce reflection, and let the most sunlight into the greenhouse.

Nets, cans, and irrigation pipes are all made from HDPE films. The demand for HDPE films is likely to go up as more people want films with high impact strength and resistance to corrosion. The main thing in the "others" section is PVC, which keeps fog and mist from forming and keeps dust out of the greenhouse, making it a good place to grow plants.

By Application Analysis:

The market is split into greenhouse, mulching, and silage based on how it is used.

The main reason why agri-films are so popular on the global market is that they protect crops from weeds that stop crops from growing and getting bigger. Also, mulch films raise the temperature of the soil, keep water from escaping, and improve crop yield. Due to the thickness of the film, it needs thermal stabilisers, the right light, and only average chemical resistance. These products are kept safe from bad weather, which has helped the market for agricultural films grow.

Greenhouse films are used to keep rain and wind from hurting plants. They also keep the temperature inside the greenhouse stable so that it doesn't change during the day and night. Silage films, on the other hand, are used to package seeds, grain, or feed for fermentation. The most important thing about them is that they keep out air, water, and sunlight, which makes them good insulators.

Regional Insights:

In 2021, the Asia-Pacific market was worth $5.50 billion USD. The region was in charge of the market because the use of mulching and greenhouse films was growing. China buys the most of these films in the Asia-Pacific region because of its large population and high food needs. The wide availability of plastic raw materials is making it easier for China and other key emerging economies in the Asia-Pacific region to come up with new products. Favorable rules and policies from the government about agricultural products and trade also help the market grow.

During the period of the forecast, North America is expected to grow slowly because many factories are moving to developing countries. The market is also growing because more and more people want to eat food made from plants. During the period of the forecast, the CAGR for the European market is expected to be higher than for other regions. The market is expected to be driven by the rising use of biodegradable materials in the region. Tight rules about how and where to use and throw away plastic have caused this change.

The markets in Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa are all in their early stages of growth. But as these places build up their infrastructure and more people want organic food, it's expected that agricultural films will be able to thrive. Also, farmers in these areas use modern farming techniques to make more food and other agricultural products. So, the market is likely to grow a lot in these areas during the period covered by the forecast.

Scope Analysis

Recent Development:

• May 2022 – Berry Global announces collaborations with CleanFarms and Poly-Ag Recycling on a closed-loop method for Canada’s circular economy.
• August 2021 - RKW Group launched Polydress FarmGuard, a new generation e7 silage film with improved oxygen barrier properties. This 7-ply silage film was strategically launched to reduce farm waste, save farmers time and money, and achieve sustainability.
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• April 2022 - ExxonMobil has launched a new Exceed S performance polyethylene (PE) resin. It offers an excellent combination of stiffness, toughness and ease of machinability.
• January 2021 - Rani Plast has launched a new product in their bale wrap range. This product is manufactured using raw materials consisting of 30% recycled agricultural bale wrap.
• July 2020 – Solvay collaborated with UbiQD to develop next-generation agricultural products including greenhouse films. The two companies will combine their technological expertise to develop luminous greenhouse technology that can generate an optimal light spectrum for greenhouses without significant changes to the building and electrical infrastructure.

Market Segmentation

By Material:

• LDPE
• LLDPE
• HDPE
• EVA/EBA
• Reclaims
• Others

By Application:

• Greenhouse
• Mulching
• Silage
• Others

By Companies:

• Rani Plast (Finland)
• Armando Alvarez (Spain)
• BASF SE (Germany)
• Berry Global Inc. (U.S.)
• Kuraray Co., Ltd. (Japan)
• Coveris (U.K.)
• rkw Group (Germany)
• Trioworld Industrier AB (Sweden)
• Exxon Mobil Corporation (U.S.)
• Groupe Barbier (France)
• Novamont S.p.A (Italy)
• Others