United States Biocontrol Agents Market

United States Biocontrol Agents Market Overview:

The United States biocontrol agents market is projected to exhibit a growth rate (CAGR) of 9.50% during 2024-2032. The market is primarily driven by the increasing demand for sustainable agriculture practices, supportive government policies, rising consumer preference for organic products, and the need for effective pest management solutions across the region.

United States Biocontrol Agents Market Trends:

Government Support and Funding

The U.S. government has shown a growing commitment to sustainable agriculture through increased funding for biocontrol agents, which are natural methods for controlling pests. For instance, the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) granted $3.15 Million in research grants to seven projects in May 2023. This funding is part of a broader initiative to facilitate a shift across the state toward safer and more sustainable methods of pest management. These initiatives funded by the DPR's research grants program improve integrated pest management (IPM) knowledge, practices, and application in wildland, agricultural, and urban settings. Also, IPM places a high priority on using minimal toxins to eradicate pests. These grants are pivotal to DPR’s dedication to promoting environmentally friendly pest control methods and strengthening public health and environmental protection throughout the state. This large investment is part of a larger movement to promote environmentally friendly farming methods and minimize the use of toxic pesticides. These grants are allocated to research and development initiatives that strive to innovate and improve the efficacy of biocontrol methods to make biocontrol technologies more broadly adoptable by farmers. As a result, government initiatives encourage farmers to switch to biocontrol agents, fostering an environment-friendly market growth.

Rising Adoption in Organic Farming

The growing organic farming in the United States is escalating the demand for biocontrol agents. A change in consumer health awareness and their environment is resulting in increased preference toward organic products. According to the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS), U.S. farms and ranches reported $11.2 Billion in certified organic commodity sales in 2022, representing a 13% increase from the $9.9 Billion in 2019. Crops comprised 54 percent of this total, equaling $6.1 Billion in sales. Besides, livestock, poultry, and their products accounted for the other 46 percent of total sales, reaching $5.1 Billion. Moreover, between 2019 and 2021, the number of farms producing certified organic commodities increased by 5% to 17,445 farms, while certified organic cropland also expanded by 3% to 3.6 million acres. This is in line with the increasing use of biocontrol agents, as they align with the rigid nature of organic farming since no synthetic chemicals are allowed in organic cultivation. Moreover, biocontrol agents, which utilize natural predators or pathogens to manage pest populations, are well-suited to organic farming systems that focus on maintaining ecological balance. In addition, compatibility with organic farming methods ensures growing popularity and demand among organic farmers. This reflects a strong market for biocontrol agents, supplemented by the growth in organic farming.

United States Biocontrol Agents Market News:

• 7 December 2023, the North American Invasive Species Management Association hosted its 4th Annual Weed Biocontrol Summit virtually to share the latest developments in classical weed biocontrol research with plant managers and educators across North America. The event was designed to foster connections between researchers and practitioners on the ground. This year’s focus is on the potential of weed biological control to help decrease wildfire risks and alleviate the effects of wildfires across the continent, with a strong emphasis on the practical application of research from the viewpoint of regional land managers.
• 5 May 2023, Biobest, a leading company in biological control and pollination, announced that it has entered into a non-binding letter of intent to acquire BioWorks, Inc., a noticeable United States manufacturer and marketer of top-tier biopesticides based in Victor, New York.

United States Biocontrol Agents Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country level for 2024-2032. Our report has categorized the market based on form and crop type.

Form Insights:

• Macrobials
  • Entamopathogenic Nematodes
  • Parasitoids
  • Predators
• Microbials
  • Bacterial Biocontrol Agents
  • Fungal Biocontrol Agents
  • Others
     

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the form. This includes macrobials (entamopathogenic nematodes, parasitoids, and predators) and microbials (bacterial biocontrol agents, fungal biocontrol agents and others).

Crop Type Insights:

• Cash Crops
• Horticultural Crops
• Row Crops
   

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the crop type have also been provided in the report. This includes cash crops, horticultural crops, and row crops.

Regional Insights:

• Northeast
• Midwest
• South
• West
   

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Northeast, Midwest, South, and West.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

United States Biocontrol Agents Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the United States biocontrol agents market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the United States biocontrol agents market?
• What is the breakup of the United States biocontrol agents market on the basis of form?
• What is the breakup of the United States biocontrol agents market on the basis of crop type?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the United States biocontrol agents market? 
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the United States biocontrol agents?
• What is the structure of the United States biocontrol agents market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the United States biocontrol agents market? 

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the United States biocontrol agents market from 2018-2032.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the United States biocontrol agents market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the United States biocontrol agents industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.