India Crop Protection Market Overview, 2029

The agricultural sector in India heavily relies on the crop protection market, employing over half of the workforce and playing a crucial role in the economy. Throughout history, India's farming techniques have transformed from traditional methods to modern, technology-based approaches, with foreign manufacturers needing to prove their products comply with local safety and effectiveness standards. In the past few years, India has experienced notable progress in regulations and compliance concerning crop protection chemicals. The government has put in place different policies to make sure pesticides are used safely and to encourage sustainable farming methods. The CIBRC is responsible for monitoring the registration of pesticides to guarantee that only safe and efficient products are available in the market. The Indian crop protection industry has seen advancements due to the push for sustainable agriculture methods and higher crop production. Biopesticides and bio-fertilizers are becoming more popular as eco-friendly options to chemical pesticides, fitting in with the worldwide shift towards organic farming and integrated pest management (IPM). Businesses are investing more in research and development to create products that not only combat pests effectively but also support soil health and biodiversity. The emergence of precision agriculture tools like drones and satellite imagery has revolutionized crop protection methods, enabling farmers to track crops with better accuracy and use resources more effectively.

According to the research report "India Crop Protection Market Overview, 2029," published by Bonafide Research, the India Crop Protection market is anticipated to grow at more than 3.45% CAGR from 2024 to 2029. Both Indian and multinational companies are major players in the crop protection market in India. Large multinational corporations like Bayer, Syngenta, BASF, and Corteva Agriscience have made important investments in India by setting up extensive operations for local manufacturing, research, and development. UPL Limited, Rallis India, and PI Industries are major players in the market, offering a variety of crop protection solutions customized for the specific agricultural needs in India. Partnerships between public and private sectors are essential for propelling progress in the crop protection industry. Government programs like PMKSY and the Soil Health Card Scheme are focused on enhancing agricultural productivity and sustainability. These programs frequently include collaborations with private corporations to improve research capabilities and provide additional assistance to farmers in adopting modern crop protection technologies. The Indian crop protection market is significantly influenced by the import and export activities. India relies on imports from countries such as China, the United States, and Germany for a large amount of its agrochemicals in order to fulfill the domestic need for pesticides and herbicides. Local manufacturers in India rely on the import of active ingredients to create final formulations suitable for the Indian market. On the other hand, India exports various crop protection products to Southeast Asia, Africa, and Latin America, taking advantage of its efficient manufacturing abilities and increasing reputation for high quality.

The diverse agricultural landscape in India, along with the urgent need for effective weed management, have contributed to herbicides being the top choice in the country's crop protection market. India is among the top agricultural producers globally, growing a variety of crops like rice, wheat, pulses, and oilseeds. The high presence of weeds in Indian farming presents a major obstacle, as they vie for necessary resources like nutrients, water, and sunlight, impacting crop production in the end. Consequently, farmers are more and more dependent on herbicides to effectively manage weed numbers and improve their output. The use of herbicides in India has been made easier with the introduction of crop varieties resistant to herbicides and the presence of various herbicide options suitable for different types of crops and weeds. These developments allow farmers to use herbicides more precisely, reducing their environmental footprint while maximizing their efficiency. Furthermore, the increasing shift towards automated farming methods has simplified and made herbicide use more affordable, decreasing the manual labor required for weeding. Prominent companies in India's herbicide sector consist of major agribusiness corporations like Bayer Crop Science, Syngenta, BASF, and Corteva Agriscience. These companies dedicate substantial resources to research and development for creating creative herbicide solutions tailored to the specific issues experienced by Indian farmers. Major distributors like UPL Limited, Insecticides India Ltd., and Rallis India Ltd. are crucial in making sure that these herbicides are widely accessible throughout the nation.

Oilseeds and pulses are dominant in the crop protection market in India because of their significant contribution to the agricultural economy and the increasing desire for nutritious, plant-derived food options. India is among the top producers of oilseeds, specifically groundnuts, soybeans, and mustard, needed for making edible oil and animal feed. Moreover, chickpeas, lentils, and pigeon peas are commonly consumed in Indian cuisine, serving as a key protein and nutrient source. The increased focus on health and nutrition has led to a higher demand for oilseeds and pulses, making them important crops for sustainable farming methods. Crop rotation and nitrogen fixation are important in enhancing soil health, thus decreasing the reliance on synthetic fertilizers. Nevertheless, growing crops encounters difficulties from pests, diseases, and weed competition, requiring effective methods for crop protection to guarantee high yields and quality. To overcome these obstacles, farmers are depending more and more on specialized herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides made for oilseeds and pulses. The improvement of integrated pest management (IPM) tactics and biopesticides strengthens crop protection, in line with India's objectives for sustainable agriculture. Prominent companies in India's oilseed and pulse crop protection sector are Bayer Crop Science, Syngenta, BASF, and Corteva Agriscience, providing specialized and efficient crop protection products suitable for Indian requirements.

COVID-19 Impact



The outbreak of COVID-19 has affected public health as well as the global economy. The COVID-19 impact on the global economy has resulted in socio-economic disruptions; along with other industries, the spread of COVID-19 has affected the agriculture input sector. The coronavirus has impacted critical processes in the production and distribution of agrochemicals, from raw material imports to end-product manufacturing. The supply chain was hindered due to the travel restrictions imposed by many different countries globally. The fluctuating prices of chemicals as raw materials along with the inconsistent demand from the consumers during times of economic distress hampered the market growth rate.
Major companies mentioned: Basf SE, Bayer AG, Corteva AgriSciences, FMC Corporation, Huapont Life Sciences, Nufarm, Sumitomo Chemicals, Syngenta AG, UPL


Considered in the report
• Geography: India
• Base year: 2023
• Historical year: 2018
• Forecasted year: 2029

Regions & countries covered:
• North America (US, Canada, Mexico)
• Europe (Germany, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, Russia)
• Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, Australia, Malasia, Thailand)
• South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia)
• Middle East & Africa (Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Israel, South Africa)

Aspects covered in the report
• Market Size by Value for the period (2018-2029F)
• Market Share by Product Type (Herbicide, Insecticide, Fungicides & Bactericides, and Others)
• Market Share by Application (Cereals & Grains, Oilseeds & Pulses, Fruits & Vegetables, and Others)
• Market Share by Region
• Market Share by Country
• Market Share by Company


The approach of the report:
We keep an eye on evolving markets and try to evaluate the potential of the products and services. If we find the market interesting, we start working on it and create the desired table of content, considering all aspects of the business. We start by creating separate questionnaires for C-level executives, national/regional sales personnel, company owners, dealers, distributors, and end-users. Once the questionnaires have been finalized, we start collecting the primary data (mostly through phone calls) and try to understand the market dynamics regionally or tier-wise. This process gives us in-depth details of the market, including all present companies, the top-performing products with reasons why they dominate; we get the details of new players and their innovative approaches; market trends; dynamics; and all the small details of the market. After the collection of primary inputs, we then cross-check the same with secondary sources that include associations, trade journals, annual reports, paid databases, newspapers, magazines, press releases, government sources, etc. From this, we get a rough estimate of the market and start checking existing product price variants, trade, production, raw material scenarios, policies and regulatory landscape, etc. Then, to finalize the market, we start collecting financials of each player present in the market, including limited, private limited, and LLPs. At the same time, the content team starts preparing company profiles, market dynamics, market trends, five forces, PEST analysis, etc. Once the data is verified by the data expert, the team (primary team, content team, and data team) together crosscheck the segmentations, validate the market, and then the designing team starts plotting the graphs. Once the file is ready, the content team completes the report and makes sure that all the discussed points have been covered and provides their valuable inputs in the form of strategic recommendations for new as well as existing players. The QC team then checks the overall report that includes spell check, data verification, and makes the same dispatch ready and error-free.

Intended Audience
This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations & organizations related to the Agriculture industry, government bodies, and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing & presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.