Global Crop Biological Protection Market - Market Research Report

Global Crop Biological Protection Market

Published Date:Oct 2025
Industry: Agriculture
Format: PDF
Page: 200
Forecast Period: 2025-2033
Historical Range: 2020-2024

Global Crop Biological Protection Market Segmentation, By Product Type (Biopesticides, Bio stimulants, Biofertilizers), By Source (Microbials {Bacteria-based, Fungi-based, Virus-based}, Biochemicals {Plant Extracts & Botanicals, Semi chemicals, Organic Acids}, Macrobials / Beneficial Insects), By Mode of Application (Foliar Spray, Seed Treatment, Soil Treatment, Post-Harvest, Other Methods), By Crop Type (Cereals & Grains, Oilseeds & Pulses, Fruits & Vegetables, Turf & Ornamentals, Other Crops)- Industry Trends and Forecast to 2033

 

Global Crop Biological Protection Market size was valued at USD 14841.6 million in 2024 and is expected to reach at USD 31054.2 million in 2033, with a CAGR of 9.7% during the forecast period of 2025 to 2033.

 

Global Crop Biological Protection Market Overview

The market crop biological protection with natural methods is expanding quickly around the world because more people want farming methods that are sustainable and organic, and there are tighter rules about using chemical bug killers. Natural protection items like bug killers made from tiny organisms, fungus killers made from nature, and mixes made from plants are good for the earth because they keep soil healthy, protect different types of life, and keep crops top-notch. New improvements in kinds of tiny organisms, mixes made with extremely tiny bits, and solutions using RNA are helping these items work better and become more popular. The market is also getting help from government programs, more knowledge among farmers, and combining with farming that uses careful methods and all-in-one bug control. Using these methods on fruits, vegetables, and pricey crops is the part of the market that is growing the most all over the world.

 

Global Crop Biological Protection Market Scope

Global Crop Biological Protection Market

Years Considered

Historical Period

2020 - 2023

Market Size (2024)

USD 14841.6 Million

Base Year

2024

Market Size (2033)

USD 31054.2 Million

Forecast Period

2025 - 2033

CAGR (2025 – 2033)

9.7%

Segments Covered

By Product Type

·         Biopesticides

·         Bio stimulants

·         Biofertilizers

By Source

·         Microbials

o   Bacteria-based

o   Fungi-based

o   Virus-based

·         Biochemicals

o   Plant Extracts & Botanicals

o   Semi chemicals

o   Organic Acids

·         Macrobials / Beneficial Insects

By Mode of Application

·         Foliar Spray

·         Seed Treatment

·         Soil Treatment

·         Post-Harvest

·         Other Methods

By Crop type

·         Cereals & Grains

·         Oilseeds & Pulses

·         Fruits & Vegetables

·         Turf & Ornamentals

·         Other Crops

Countries Catered

North America

·         United States

·         Canada

·         Mexico

Europe

·         United Kingdom

·         Germany

·         France

·         Spain

·         Italy

·         Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific

·         China

·         India

·         Japan

·         Australia

·         South Korea

·         Rest of Asia Pacific

Latin America

·         Brazil

·         Argentina

·         Rest of Latin America

Middle East & Africa

 

·         Saudi Arabia

·         South Africa

·         Rest of MEA

Key Companies

·         BASF SE

·         Bayer AG

·         Syngenta AG

·         Corteva Agriscience

·         FMC Corporation

·         ADAMA Ltd.

·         UPL Limited

·         Coromandel International Limited

·         Novozymes A/S

·         Nufarm Limited

·         Koppert Biological Systems Ltd.

·         Certis USA L.L.C

 

Global Crop Biological Protection Market Dynamics

The Crop Biological protection market around the world are being driven by a bigger focus on farming that doesn't hurt the environment, more people wanting to buy fruits and vegetables grown without chemicals, and strict rules that limit how many chemical bug killers can be used. Bugs becoming harder to kill with regular chemicals has made farmers and farming businesses start using natural options such as bug killers made from tiny organisms, fungi killers made from nature, plant boosters, and mixes made from plants that aim to kill bugs in a safe way. New technologies, such as wrapping tiny ingredients in protective layers, solutions based on genetic material, and better ways to mix helpful organisms, have made items last longer, work better, and stay fresh longer, which makes using biological protection more useful for all types of crops. Combining these with tools for exact farming, like flying robots, sensors, and reading data, allows for using protection only where needed, wasting less and growing more. Actions from the government, financial help, and teamwork between the public and private sectors are helping people use these protections more, especially in places like North America, Europe, and growing areas like Asia-Pacific and Latin America. But, there are still problems, like farmers with small farms not knowing enough, higher prices compared to fake bug killers, how things need to be kept in storage, and hard rules for getting things approved, which could make it take longer for some areas to use these protections. There are many chances in valuable crops like fruits, vegetables, and things grown in greenhouses, where bugs cause a lot of damage and rules for quality are very strict. To sum it up, the market is changing as being eco-friendly, new ideas, and tech come together, making natural Crop Biological protection a key part of farming that is both good for the Earth and grows a lot of food.

 

Global Crop Biological Protection Market Segment Analysis

The global market for Crop Biological protection with biological methods shows a varied and changing situation shaped by the kind of product, its origin, how it's used, and the Type of crop. Looking at the product type, the market includes bug killers made from natural sources, substances that help plants grow, and fertilizers made with living things. Bug killers from natural sources are the most popular because they are good at controlling bugs, diseases from fungus, and worms, especially for expensive crops. Substances that help plants grow are being used more to help plants grow better, handle stress, and use nutrients well, while fertilizers made with living things help the soil and the living things in it, which helps farming that doesn't harm the environment.

 

Looking at the source, the market includes products made from tiny living things, chemicals from nature, and bigger helpful bugs. Products made from bacteria, fungus, and viruses help control specific bugs and diseases, and they are very precise and safe for the environment. Chemicals from nature, like plant stuff, substances from plants, things that send signals, and natural acids, are liked because they aren't very poisonous and work well with systems that combine different ways to control pests. Bigger bugs, like helpful bugs that eat other bugs, are being used more in controlled places and systems that combine different ways to control pests for long-term bug control.

 

Looking Mode of Application, biological solutions are put on crops by spraying the leaves, treating the seeds, treating the soil, putting them on after harvest, and other ways. Spraying the leaves helps control bugs and diseases quickly, treating the seeds protects crops when they're first growing, treating the soil controls diseases and worms in the soil, and putting them on after harvest stops crops from being lost in storage and keeps them good quality.

 

Looking at the crop type, they are used on grains, seeds with oil, beans, fruits, vegetables, grass, decorative plants, and other crops. Fruits and vegetables are a big market because they are valuable and easily damaged by pests, while grains are used the most in terms of amount. Seeds with oil, beans, and decorative plants are also being targeted more for ways to protect crops that don't harm the environment. Overall, the market's breakdown shows that using biological products for crops is becoming more common across different crops and uses, because of caring about the environment, rules that help, new technology, and more need for farm products that are safe and good.

 

Global Crop Biological Protection Market Regional Analysis

The Crop Biological Protection market for natural ways to protect crops shows that North America is a main area because of its up-to-date farming methods, good understanding of farming that doesn't harm the environment, and solid rules backing natural pesticides, plant boosters, and natural fertilizers. The United States and Canada are creating a need for these products for grains, fruits, vegetables, and special crops, helped by rewards from the government and the use of exact farming methods. Europe is another big market, where countries such as Germany, France, and Italy are pushing for environmentally safe crop protection by having strict rules for chemical pesticides and programs that offer financial help. Asia-Pacific is the area growing the quickest, pushed by more and more farmers using new farming methods, a better understanding among farmers, and actions taken by the government in countries like India, China, and Japan. Latin America is growing at a consistent rate, especially in Brazil and Argentina, because of farming focused on exporting goods and complete pest control plans. At the same time, the Middle East and Africa are new markets, helped by test projects, government plans, and a slow move to using natural solutions, putting these areas in a good spot for future growth in protecting crops in ways that don't harm the environment.

 

Global Crop Biological Protection Market Key Players

·         BASF SE

·         Bayer AG

·         Syngenta AG

·         Corteva Agriscience

·         FMC Corporation

·         ADAMA Ltd.

·         UPL Limited

·         Coromandel International Limited

·         Novozymes A/S

·         Nufarm Limited

·         Koppert Biological Systems Ltd.

·         Certis USA L.L.C

 

Recent Developments

In June 2025, Syngenta acquired Intrinsyx Bio, a California-based start-up specializing in nutrient-use efficiency products. In early 2025, Syngenta integrated Novartis’ Strains and Natural Products Collection, a repository of natural compounds and genetic strains for agricultural use. Additionally, Syngenta opened a 22,000 m² biologicals facility in Orangeburg, South Carolina, to produce 16,000 tons of biostimulants annuall.

 

In July 2025, Sumitomo Corporation invested in DPH Biologicals, a U.S.-based developer of biological plant nutrition and crop protection products. This investment aims to strengthen Sumitomo's agribusiness foundation in the U.S. and expand global sales by combining DPH Bio’s strengths with Sumitomo's extensive international network.

 

Research Methodology

At Foreclaro Global Research, our research methodology is firmly rooted in a comprehensive and systematic approach to market research. We leverage a blend of reliable public and proprietary data sources, including industry reports, government publications, company filings, trade journals, investor presentations, and credible online databases. Our analysts critically evaluate and triangulate information to ensure accuracy, consistency, and depth of insights. We follow a top-down and bottom-up data modelling framework to estimate market sizes and forecasts, supplemented by competitive benchmarking and trend analysis. Each research output is tailored to client needs, backed by transparent data validation practices, and continuously refined to reflect dynamic market conditions.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1.  Introduction

1.1.  Report Description

1.2.  Key Market Segments

1.3.  Regulatory Scenario

1.4.  Executive Summary

Chapter 2.  Research Methodology

2.1.  Secondary Research

2.2.  Primary Research

2.3.  Secondary Analyst Tools and Models

Chapter 3.  Market Dynamics

3.1.  Market driver analysis

3.1.1.  Rising demand for organic food and sustainable agriculture

3.1.2.  Increasing pest resistance to chemical pesticides

3.2.  Market restraint analysis

3.2.1.  Limited awareness among smallholder farmers

3.3.  Market Opportunity

3.3.1.   Integration with precision agriculture

3.4.  Market Challenges

3.4.1.  Higher costs than chemical pesticides

Chapter 4.  Market Variables and Outlook

4.1.  SWOT Analysis

4.1.1.  Strengths

4.1.2.  Weaknesses

4.1.3.  Opportunities

4.1.4.  Threats

4.2.  PESTEL Analysis

4.2.1.  Political Landscape

4.2.2.   Economic Landscape

4.2.3.  Social Landscape

4.2.4.  Technological Landscape

4.2.5.  Environmental Landscape

4.2.6.  Legal Landscape

4.3.  Porter’s Five Forces Analysis

4.3.1.  Bargaining Power of Suppliers

4.3.2.  Bargaining Power of Buyers

4.3.3.  Threat of Substitute

4.3.4.  Threat of New Entrant

4.3.5.  Competitive Rivalry

4.4.  Value Chain Analysis

4.5.  Covid Impact Analysis

Chapter 5.  Crop Biological Protection Market: Product Type Estimates & Trend Analysis

5.1.  Crop Biological Protection Market value share and forecast, (2020 to 2033)

5.2.  Incremental Growth Analysis and Infographic Presentation

5.2.1.  Biopesticides

5.2.2.  Bio stimulants

5.2.3.  Biofertilizers

Chapter 6.  Crop Biological Protection Market: Source Estimates & Trend Analysis

6.1.  Crop Biological Protection Market value share and forecast, (2020 to 2033)

6.2.  Incremental Growth Analysis and Infographic Presentation

6.3.  Microbials

6.3.1.  Bacteria-based

6.3.2.  Fungi-based

6.3.3.  Virus-based

6.4.  Biochemicals

6.4.1.  Plant Extracts & Botanicals

6.4.2.  Semi chemicals

6.4.3.  Organic Acids

6.5.  Macrobials / Beneficial Insects

Chapter 7.  Crop Biological Protection Market: Mode of Application Estimates & Trend Analysis

7.1.  Crop Biological Protection Market value share and forecast, (2020 to 2033)

7.2.  Incremental Growth Analysis and Infographic Presentation

7.3.  Foliar Spray

7.4.  Seed Treatment

7.5.  Soil Treatment

7.6.  Post-Harvest

7.7.  Other Methods

Chapter 8.  Crop Biological Protection Market: Crop Type Estimates & Trend Analysis

8.1.  Crop Biological Protection Market value share and forecast, (2020 to 2033)

8.2.  Incremental Growth Analysis and Infographic Presentation

8.3.  Cereals & Grains

8.4.  Oilseeds & Pulses

8.5.  Fruits & Vegetables

8.6.  Turf & Ornamentals

8.7.  Other Crops

Chapter 9.  Crop Biological Protection Market: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis

9.1.  Crop Biological Protection Market value share and forecast, (2020 to 2033)

9.2.  Incremental Growth Analysis and Infographic Presentation

9.3.  North America

9.4.  Europe

9.5.  Asia Pacific

9.6.  Middle East & Africa

9.7.  Latin America

Chapter 10.      Crop Biological Protection Market: Country Estimates & Trend Analysis

10.1. Crop Biological Protection Market value share and forecast, (2020 to 2033)

10.2. Incremental Growth Analysis and Infographic Presentation

10.3. United States

10.4. Canada

10.5. Mexico

10.6. United Kingdom

10.7. France

10.8. Germany

10.9. Italy

10.10. Spain

10.11. China

10.12. India

10.13. Japan

10.14. South Korea

10.15. Australia

10.16. Brazil

10.17. Argentina

10.18. Saudi Arabia

10.19. South Africa

Chapter 11.      Competitive Landscape

11.1. Company Market Share Analysis

11.2. Vendor Landscape

11.3. Competition Dashboard

Chapter 12.      Company Profiles

12.1. BASF SE

12.1.1. Company Overview

12.1.2. Financial Details

12.1.3. Product Analysis

12.1.4. Recent Developments

12.2. Bayer AG

12.2.1. Company Overview

12.2.2. Financial Details

12.2.3. Product Analysis

12.2.4. Recent Developments

12.3. Syngenta AG

12.3.1. Company Overview

12.3.2. Financial Details

12.3.3. Product Analysis

12.3.4. Recent Developments

12.4. Corteva Agriscience

12.4.1. Company Overview

12.4.2. Financial Details

12.4.3. Product Analysis

12.4.4. Recent Developments

12.5. FMC Corporation

12.5.1. Company Overview

12.5.2. Financial Details

12.5.3. Product Analysis

12.5.4. Recent Developments

12.6. ADAMA Ltd.

12.6.1. Company Overview

12.6.2. Financial Details

12.6.3. Product Analysis

12.6.4. Recent Developments

12.7. UPL Limited

12.7.1. Company Overview

12.7.2. Financial Details

12.7.3. Product Analysis

12.7.4. Recent Developments

12.8. Coromandel International Limited

12.8.1. Company Overview

12.8.2. Financial Details

12.8.3. Product Analysis

12.8.4. Recent Developments

12.9.  Novozymes A/S

12.9.1. Company Overview

12.9.2. Financial Details

12.9.3. Product Analysis

12.9.4. Recent Developments

12.10. Nufarm Limited

12.10.1.            Company Overview

12.10.2.            Financial Details

12.10.3.            Product Analysis

12.10.4.            Recent Developments

12.11. Koppert Biological Systems Ltd.

12.11.1.            Company Overview

12.11.2.            Financial Details

12.11.3.            Product Analysis

12.11.4.            Recent Developments

12.12. Certis USA L.L.C

12.12.1.            Company Overview

12.12.2.            Financial Details

12.12.3.            Product Analysis

12.12.4.            Recent Developments

Segmentation

Crop Biological Protection Market, Product Type Outlook (Revenue - USD Million, 2020 - 2033)

Biopesticides

Bio stimulants

Biofertilizers

 

Crop Biological Protection Market, Source Outlook (Revenue - USD Million, 2020 - 2033)

Microbials

·         Bacteria-based

·         Fungi-based

·         Virus-based

Biochemicals

·         Plant Extracts & Botanicals

·         Semi chemicals

·         Organic Acids

Macrobials / Beneficial Insects

 

Crop Biological Protection Market, Mode of Application Outlook (Revenue - USD Million, 2020 - 2033)

Foliar Spray

Seed Treatment

Soil Treatment

Post-Harvest

Other Methods

 

Crop Biological Protection Market, Crop Type Outlook (Revenue - USD Million, 2020 - 2033)

Cereals & Grains

Oilseeds & Pulses

Fruits & Vegetables

Turf & Ornamentals

Other Crops

 

Crop Biological Protection Market, Regional Outlook (Revenue - USD Million, 2020 - 2033)

North America

Europe

Asia Pacific

Latin America

Middle East & Africa

Methodology

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