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Agricultural Pheromones Market

Author: Vineet Pandey - Business Consultant, Report ID - DS1305002, Published - December 2024

Segmented in Product Type (Sex Pheromones, Aggregation Pheromones, Alarm Pheromones, Oviposition Deterring Pheromones), End-user Application (Pest Monitoring, Mass Trapping, Mating Disruption), Crop Type, Distribution Channel and Regions - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Trends, and Forecast 2024 – 2034

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Global Agricultural Pheromones Market Outlook

The worldwide Agricultural Pheromones industry has an opportunity to lead a significant change towards eco friendly farming practices and lower pesticide use levels. The market, for Agricultural pheromones was estimated at $5.0 billion in 2024. It is anticipated to increase to $11.9 billion by 2030 with projections indicating a growth to around $24.8 billion by 2035. This expansion represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.7% over the forecast period. Unprecedented challenges like climate change and environmental decline have made eco friendly agricultural advancements not only attractive but essential, for promoting biodiversity and cultivating healthier crops.


Agricultural pheromones are substances used in controlling pests to benefit the environment and the economy. The increasing use of this environmentally friendly alternative is a result of stricter pesticide rules and the growing concern among consumers, about food safety.


Market Size Forecast & Key Insights

2019
$5B2024
2029
$21.4B2034

Absolute Growth Opportunity = $16.4B

The Agricultural Pheromones market is projected to grow from $5.0 billion in 2024 to $21.4 billion in 2034. This represents a CAGR of 15.7%, reflecting rising demand across Pest Management, Crop Protection and Mating Disruption.

The Agricultural Pheromones market is set to add $16.4 billion between 2024 and 2034, with manufacturer targeting Aggregation Pheromones & Alarm Pheromones Product Type projected to gain a larger market share.

With Sustainable agriculture revolution, and Advancements in biotechnology, Agricultural Pheromones market to expand 330% between 2024 and 2034.

Opportunities in the Agricultural Pheromones Market

Biopesticides Industry

The biopesticides sector is experiencing an increase in popularity lately due to their environmentally friendly nature and low residual impact on ecosystems which makes pheromones a viable option for widespread use, in this field of agriculture.

Precision Farming and Indoor Farming

Precision farming advancements present a potential for growth in Agricultural Pheromones market sector by allowing targeted application of pheromones to enhance crop yields and reduce reliance on harmful pesticides. Combining pheromones with precision farming techniques enables businesses to capitalize on a rising trend, towards sustainable farming practices.

Urban areas are seeing a rise in farming as a growing trend expected to expand significantly in upcoming years. This method offers a controlled setting that enhances pheromones effectiveness to their full potential. This unique application has potential to create a market segment, for agricultural pheromones.

Growth Opportunities in North America and Europe

Europe Outlook

In Europe strict regulations that advocate for eco pest control methods drive its market forward significantly. Enough this has led to an increase in pheromone based products being used for crop protection. Additionally the continents great focus on farming presents further avenues for growth. European producers are committed, to meeting this demand by making investments in researching and developing innovative pheromone products.

North America Outlook

In North America competition is intense in pheromones due to key players and rising demand for sustainable pest control solutions that drive market growth with support from advanced agricultural technology infrastructure, in that region enhancing pheromone product effectiveness through innovative methods leading to promising growth prospects and investment opportunities.

North America Outlook

In North America competition is intense in pheromones due to key players and rising demand for sustainable pest control solutions that drive market growth with support from advanced agricultural technology infrastructure, in that region enhancing pheromone product effectiveness through innovative methods leading to promising growth prospects and investment opportunities.

Europe Outlook

In Europe strict regulations that advocate for eco pest control methods drive its market forward significantly. Enough this has led to an increase in pheromone based products being used for crop protection. Additionally the continents great focus on farming presents further avenues for growth. European producers are committed, to meeting this demand by making investments in researching and developing innovative pheromone products.

Growth Opportunities in North America and Europe

Established and Emerging Market's Growth Trend 2025–2034

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Major Markets : United States, China, India, Brazil, Germany are expected to grow at 14.1% to 18.8% CAGR

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Emerging Markets : Brazil, India, South Africa are expected to grow at 11.0% to 16.5% CAGR

Market Analysis Chart

The Agricultural Pheromones market is impacted by factors that drive its growth such as enhanced effectiveness in pest control compared to chemical pesticides and increasing awareness of their harmful effects and their significance in safeguard food security measures. These pheromones play a role, in integrated pest management systems as they are tailored to specific species and eco friendly practices which contribute to sustainable agriculture by lowering pesticide use and preserving biodiversity.

Recent Developments and Technological Advancement

December 2024

AgriSense, a leading manufacturer of Agricultural Pheromones, announced the successful launch of a game-changing product line based on botanic extracts which enhances the effect of Pheromones, significantly improving crop yields

October 2024

A leading agricultural pheromone company called PHEROBIO has introduced an eco friendly and cost effective production method. This innovation aims to cut down manufacturing costs and offer affordable prices to farmers.

July 2024

In a strategic maneuver Shin Etsuthe initiated the construction of a key provider, in the market.

In times there has been a noticeable rise in interest in agricultural pheromones as a result of increased awareness regarding their eco friendly, non toxic and budget friendly attributes. The industry is currently thriving, with advancements, regulatory nods and fruitful tests, in real world settings.

Impact of Industry Transitions on the Agricultural Pheromones Market

As a core segment of the Agrochemicals industry, the Agricultural Pheromones market develops in line with broader industry shifts. Over recent years, transitions such as Digital Revolution in Farming and Implementation of Sustainable Agricultural Practices have redefined priorities across the Agrochemicals sector, influencing how the Agricultural Pheromones market evolves in terms of demand, applications and competitive dynamics. These transitions highlight the structural changes shaping long-term growth opportunities.

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Digital Revolution in Farming:

The growth of technology in farming has a significant impact on Agricultural Pheromones Market by introducing data analytics tools and IoT devices along with advanced sensor technology applications that help in precise pheromone application in fields to enhance pest control efficiency and lower waste production leading to higher crop yields as a result of increased effectiveness, in agriculture practices enabled by digital advancements.

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Implementation of Sustainable Agricultural Practices:

The growing focus towards agriculture and implementation of eco friendly pest management techniques are driving growth in demand, for agricultural pheromones.

Global Events Shaping Future Growth

The chart below highlights how external events including emerging market developments, regulatory changes, and technological disruptions, have added another layer of complexity to the Agrochemicals industry. These events have disrupted supply networks, changed consumption behavior, and reshaped growth patterns. Together with structural industry transitions, they demonstrate how changes within the Agrochemicals industry cascade into the Agricultural Pheromones market, setting the stage for its future growth trajectory.

Market Dynamics and Supply Chain

Driver: Sustainable Agriculture Revolution, and Rising Pest Resistance to Synthetic Pesticides

The increasing move towards organic farming plays a significant role in driving growth in demand, for agricultural pheromones. Consumers are also becoming increasingly aware of what they eat and its environmental implications prompting farmers and agricultural businesses to embrace environmentally friendly farming methods. This involves utilizing pheromones as a secure and efficient approach to pest management.
As pests become more resistant to pesticides and their effectiveness diminishes over time the demand for alternative pest management techniques has also risen significantly. Agricultural pheromones are also a solution to this escalating issue due, to their non toxic nature and species specific targeting capabilities.
Progress in biotechnology has also played a role in driving growth in agricultural pheromones market as new technologies have also made it easier to extract and produce pheromones for use, in different agricultural and horticultural settings to support robust crop growth.

Restraint: High Cost of Production

One restraint potentially impeding the growth of the Agricultural Pheromones market is the high cost associated with their production. Manufacturing pheromones often involves intricate processes, sophisticated technology, and extensive research and development, all of which translate to high costs. This increases the overall pricing of these products, discouraging small and medium scale farmers from adopting pheromone-based agricultural practices.

Challenge: Regulatory Constraints

One major obstacle for Agricultural Pheromones market growth is that governments worldwide have strict regulations in place for using these products. Numerous countries have laws concerning registering pheromones and their import and usage due, to concerns related to environmental and health risks.

Supply Chain Landscape

Raw Material Procurement

Shin-Etsu Chemical

Koppert Biological Systems

Chemical Synthesis & Formulation

Suterra LLC

Pherobank B.V

Product Packaging & Quality Control
Novagrica / ISCA Technologies
End-User Distribution
Agriculture / Horticulture / Viticulture
Raw Material Procurement

Shin-Etsu Chemical

Koppert Biological Systems

Chemical Synthesis & Formulation

Suterra LLC

Pherobank B.V

Product Packaging & Quality Control

Novagrica

ISCA Technologies

End-User Distribution

Agriculture

Horticulture

Viticulture

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Leading Providers and Their Strategies

Application AreaIndustryLeading ProvidersProvider Strategies
Pest Management
Agriculture
ISCA Technologies
Development of innovative, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly pheromone products for pest management
Crop Pollination
Horticulture
Biobest Group
Focus on research and development to enhance efficacy and sustainability of pheromone applications in improving crop pollination
Mass Trapping
Agriculture and Horticulture
Pherobank
Maintaining a comprehensive collection of pheromones; emphasizing on customization to suit different pest species and conditions
Mating disruption
Viticulture
Suterra
Designing highly-efficient diffusion systems for pheromones to disrupt pest mating patterns effectively

Elevate your strategic vision with in-depth analysis of key applications, leading market players, and their strategies. The report analyzes industry leaders' views and statements on the Agricultural Pheromones market's present and future growth.

Our research is created following strict editorial standards. See our Editorial Policy

Applications of Agricultural Pheromones in Crop Protection, Mating Disruption and Pest Management

Crop Protection

Using pheromones plays a role in safeguard techniques for crops to avoid harm to plants while they grow and mature in fields; it also helps in reducing losses after harvesting to boost output and efficiency levels, in agriculture practices.

Mating Disruption

Agricultural pheromones are utilized for mating disruption in agriculture to manage insect populations in fields effectively and sustainably without harming insects or ecosystems. Suterra and ISCA Technologies are recognized for their advancements and effective use of pheromones, for mating disruption in control strategies.

Pest Management

Agricultural pheromones play a role in managing pests effectively by attracting specific pest species to monitoring tools and traps for assessing infestation levels accurately without resort to excessive pesticide applications. A sustainable and environmentally friendly approach favored by industry leaders such, as BASF and Russell IPM.

Agricultural Pheromones vs. Substitutes:
Performance and Positioning Analysis

Agricultural pheromones present an eco conscious approach to pest control when contrasted with traditional pesticides. The key selling point centers around sustainability. Stands to benefit from a rising consciousness, toward environmental issues.

Agricultural Pheromones
  • Biopesticides /
  • Predatory Insects /
  • Genetically Modified Crops
    Environmentally friendly, cost-effective over long-term usage
    Requires specific knowledge for usage, reduced effectiveness with pest mutations
    Eco-friendly alternatives, Low-cost
    Low efficiency, Lack of scalability

Agricultural Pheromones vs. Substitutes:
Performance and Positioning Analysis

Agricultural Pheromones

  • Environmentally friendly, cost-effective over long-term usage
  • Requires specific knowledge for usage, reduced effectiveness with pest mutations

Biopesticides / Predatory Insects / Genetically Modified Crops

  • Eco-friendly alternatives, Low-cost
  • Low efficiency, Lack of scalability

Agricultural pheromones present an eco conscious approach to pest control when contrasted with traditional pesticides. The key selling point centers around sustainability. Stands to benefit from a rising consciousness, toward environmental issues.

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Research Methodology

This market research methodology defines the Agricultural Pheromones market scope, gathers reliable data, and validates findings using integrated primary and secondary research. Our systematic framework ensures precise market sizing, growth trend analysis, and competitive benchmarking.


Secondary Research Approach


We begin secondary research by defining the targeted market at macro and micro levels. As part of the Agrochemicals ecosystem, we analyze Agricultural Pheromones across Pest Monitoring, Mass Trapping, and Mating Disruption Applications. Our team gathers data systematically from country level ministerial sources, industry associations & federations, trade databases, company annual & quarterly reports and other credential sources, enabling us to map global and regional market size, pricing trends, regulatory standards, and technology advancements.



Key Sources Referenced:


We benchmark competitors such as BASF SE, Syngenta AG, and Certis by reviewing company financial statements, and regulatory filings. Our secondary insights identify key market drivers and constraints, forming the analytical foundation for primary research.


Primary Research Methods


We conduct structured interviews and surveys with industry stakeholders, including Raw Material Procurement, Chemical Synthesis & Formulation, and Product Packaging & Quality Control. Our geographic coverage spans Americas (40%), Europe (30%), Asia-Pacific (25%) and Middle East & Africa (5%). Our online surveys generally achieve a response rate of above 65%, and telephone interviews yield 60%, resulting in above 92% confidence level with a ±7% margin of error.


Through targeted questionnaires and in-depth interviews, we capture purchase intent, adoption barriers, brand perception across Segment Type. We use interview guides to ensure consistency and anonymous survey options to mitigate response bias. These primary insights validate secondary findings and align market sizing with real-world conditions.


Market Engineering & Data Analysis Framework


Our data analysis framework integrates Top-Down, Bottom-Up, and Company Market Share approaches to estimate and project market size with precision.


Top-down & Bottom-Up Process


In Top-down approach, we disaggregate global Agrochemicals revenues to estimate the Agricultural Pheromones segment, using historical growth patterns to set baseline trends. Simultaneously, in Bottom-up approach, we aggregate Country-Level Demand Data to derive regional and global forecasts, which provide granular consumption insights. By reconciling both approaches, we ensure statistical precision and cross-validation accuracy.


We evaluate the supply chain, spanning Raw Material Procurement (Shin-Etsu Chemical, Koppert Biological Systems), Chemical Synthesis & Formulation (Suterra LLC, Pherobank B.V), and Product Packaging & Quality Control. Our parallel substitute analysis examines Biopesticides, Predatory Insects, and Genetically Modified Crops, highlighting diversification opportunities and competitive risks.


Company Market Share & Benchmarking


We benchmark leading companies such as BASF SE, Syngenta AG, and Certis, analyzing their capabilities in pricing, product features, technology adoption, and distribution reach. By assessing company-level revenues and product portfolios, we derive market share comparisons, clarifying competitive positioning and growth trajectories across the ecosystem.


Our integration of data triangulation, supply chain evaluation, and company benchmarking, supported by our proprietary Directional Superposition methodology enables us to deliver precise forecasts and actionable strategic insights into the Agricultural Pheromones market.


Quality Assurance and Compliance


We cross-reference secondary data with primary inputs and external expert reviews to confirm consistency. Further, we use stratified sampling, anonymous surveys, third-party interviews, and time-based sampling to reduce bias and strengthen our results.


Our methodology is developed in alignment with ISO 20252 standards and ICC/ESOMAR guidelines for research ethics. The study methodology follows globally recognized frameworks such as ISO 20252 and ICC codes of practice.

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Agricultural Pheromones Market Data: Size, Segmentation & Growth Forecast

Report AttributeDetails
Market Value in 2025USD 5.8 billion
Revenue Forecast in 2034USD 21.4 billion
Growth RateCAGR of 15.7% from 2025 to 2034
Base Year for Estimation2024
Industry Revenue 20245.0 billion
Growth OpportunityUSD 16.4 billion
Historical Data2019 - 2023
Growth Projection / Forecast Period2025 - 2034
Market Size UnitsMarket Revenue in USD billion and Industry Statistics
Market Size 20245.0 billion USD
Market Size 20277.7 billion USD
Market Size 202910.3 billion USD
Market Size 203011.9 billion USD
Market Size 203421.4 billion USD
Market Size 203524.8 billion USD
Report CoverageMarket revenue for past 5 years and forecast for future 10 years, Competitive Analysis & Company Market Share, Strategic Insights & trends
Segments CoveredProduct Type, End-user Application, Crop Type, Distribution Channel
Regional scopeNorth America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East & Africa
Country scopeU.S., Canada, Mexico, UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, China, India, Japan, South Korea, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Saudi Arabia, UAE and South Africa
Companies ProfiledBASF SE, Syngenta AG, Certis, LLC, Biobest Group NV, Koppert Biological Systems, ISCA Technologies, Inc, Suterra, LLC, Russell IPM Ltd, Bedoukian Research, Inc, Pherobank B.V, Trc, Inc, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co and Ltd
CustomizationFree customization at segment, region or country scope and direct contact with report analyst team for 10 to 20 working hours for any additional niche requirement which is almost equivalent to 10% of report value

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Table of Contents

Industry Insights Report - Table Of Contents

Chapter 1

Executive Summary

Major Markets & Their Performance - Statistical Snapshots

Chapter 2

Research Methodology

2.1Axioms & Postulates
2.2Market Introduction & Research MethodologyEstimation & Forecast Parameters / Major Databases & Sources
Chapter 3

Market Dynamics

3.1Market OverviewDrivers / Restraints / Opportunities / M4 Factors
3.2Market Trends
3.2.1Introduction & Narratives
3.2.2Market Trends - Impact Analysis(Short, Medium & Long Term Impacts)
3.3Supply Chain Analysis
3.4Porter's Five ForcesSuppliers & Buyers' Bargaining Power, Threat of Substitution & New Market Entrants, Competitive Rivalry
Chapter 4

Agricultural Pheromones Market Size, Opportunities & Strategic Insights, by Product Type

4.1Sex Pheromones
4.2Aggregation Pheromones
4.3Alarm Pheromones
4.4Oviposition Deterring Pheromones
Chapter 5

Agricultural Pheromones Market Size, Opportunities & Strategic Insights, by End-user Application

5.1Pest Monitoring
5.2Mass Trapping
5.3Mating Disruption
Chapter 6

Agricultural Pheromones Market Size, Opportunities & Strategic Insights, by Crop Type

6.1Fruits & Nuts
6.2Field Crops
6.3Vegetables
6.4Ornamental Plants
Chapter 7

Agricultural Pheromones Market Size, Opportunities & Strategic Insights, by Distribution Channel

7.1Online Sales
7.2Offline Sales
Chapter 8

Agricultural Pheromones Market, by Region

8.1North America Agricultural Pheromones Market Size, Opportunities, Key Trends & Strategic Insights
8.1.1U.S.
8.1.2Canada
8.2Europe Agricultural Pheromones Market Size, Opportunities, Key Trends & Strategic Insights
8.2.1Germany
8.2.2France
8.2.3UK
8.2.4Italy
8.2.5The Netherlands
8.2.6Rest of EU
8.3Asia Pacific Agricultural Pheromones Market Size, Opportunities, Key Trends & Strategic Insights
8.3.1China
8.3.2Japan
8.3.3South Korea
8.3.4India
8.3.5Australia
8.3.6Thailand
8.3.7Rest of APAC
8.4Middle East & Africa Agricultural Pheromones Market Size, Opportunities, Key Trends & Strategic Insights
8.4.1Saudi Arabia
8.4.2United Arab Emirates
8.4.3South Africa
8.4.4Rest of MEA
8.5Latin America Agricultural Pheromones Market Size, Opportunities, Key Trends & Strategic Insights
8.5.1Brazil
8.5.2Mexico
8.5.3Rest of LA
8.6CIS Agricultural Pheromones Market Size, Opportunities, Key Trends & Strategic Insights
8.6.1Russia
8.6.2Rest of CIS
Chapter 9

Competitive Landscape

9.1Competitive Dashboard & Market Share Analysis
9.2Company Profiles (Overview, Financials, Developments, SWOT)
9.2.1BASF SE
9.2.2Syngenta AG
9.2.3Certis
9.2.4LLC
9.2.5Biobest Group NV
9.2.6Koppert Biological Systems
9.2.7ISCA Technologies
9.2.8Inc
9.2.9Suterra
9.2.10LLC
9.2.11Russell IPM Ltd
9.2.12Bedoukian Research
9.2.13Inc
9.2.14Pherobank B.V
9.2.15Trc
9.2.16Inc
9.2.17Shin-Etsu Chemical Co
9.2.18Ltd