Irrigation Automation Market - 2023-2030

Overview

Global Irrigation Automation Market reached US$ 3.8 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach US$ 13.44 billion by 2030, growing with a CAGR of 17.1% during the forecast period 2023-2030.

Agriculture is one of the most important livelihood practices in various parts of the world. The world production of primary crops increased by 52 % between 2000 and 2020. Irrigation is the most critical sector of agriculture to provide water for crop growth and their management. Irrigation automation is used as a cost-effective procedure as it reduces water and labor costs for the producer.

The high customer awareness regarding the benefits associated with irrigation automation is increasing the market expansion in all regions of the world. The availability of irrigation automation of various types respective to the multiple components such as controllers and sensors is increasing its penetration into the market with automatic and semi-automatic systems. This irrigation automation has found applications in both agriculture and non-agriculture fields.

Globally there is a high use of irrigation practices. Almost all the regions increased in the area equipped for irrigation along with Asia which accounted for more than 23 percent. The share of the area equipped for irrigation in agricultural land increased to 7.3 percent in 2020. With the partly attributable to the prevalence of irrigation-intensive rice cultivation, Asia accounted for the higher levels of irrigation agricultural land.

Dynamics

Advantages of the Irrigation Automation

Manual operations lead to inconsistent irrigation and are a major cause of water wastage and low crop yield. Traditional irrigation causes improper irrigation to be difficult and requires frequent maintenance. The adoption of advanced automation technologies is growing due to increasing labor costs and water scarcity concerns all over the world. Automation brings economic benefits, as it minimizes water and fertilizer usage, leading to cost savings and increased profitability for farmers.

The integration of automation with precision agriculture and smart farming technologies creates a comprehensive system for improved farm management and profitability. Irrigation allows efficient water usage providing benefits in the water scarcity conditions of various regions of the world. This customizable irrigation provides multiple benefits for the end-user with a lot of conveniences and time-saving properties also also is a very cost-effective practice.

New and Innovative Product Introductions

With the increasing demand for irrigation automation globally manufacturers are also developing new and innovative products into the market expanding the market size. In February 2022, Hunter Golf, the company that offers comprehensive golf irrigation solutions partnered with POGO to provide visual insights integrations and new sensors for Hunter Pilot Network. Through this integration, the end-user will be able to utilize powerful scientific insights to achieve maximum irrigation efficiency.

In April 2023, Semios launched Nelson TWIG Beta for automated irrigation control. Automated Irrigation Control with SemiosConnect is integrated with Nelson TWIG's remote pump and valve automation control system. This integration simplifies the management of irrigation systems and enables growers to efficiently plan, monitor, schedule and evaluate irrigation programs from one centralized location.

High-Cost of the Irrigation Automation

Automated irrigation systems require a range of hardware components that can be costly, including sensors, controllers, valves, and piping. These systems also require specialized technical knowledge for maintenance and repairs, potentially leading to higher costs compared to traditional methods. In addition, the cost of installation and maintenance through technological advancements makes it hard for small and medium-scale farmers to adopt these techniques.

Segment Analysis

The global irrigation automation market is segmented based on automation type, component, irrigation, system, application and region.

High Use of Sensors for Application of Right Amount of Water

The global irrigation automation market is segmented based on the company into valves, sprinklers, controllers, and sensors. The sensors segment accounted for the largest share due to the high popularity of these sensors in smart and automated irrigations. Various sensors such as that sense rain, soil moisture, weather, and flow are used for the proper management of the irrigation processes and to maximize the productive output of the land.

The new and innovative product introductions in this field of segment boost the growth. In April 2022, Viridix Ltd. launched its Next-Generation Precision Irrigation System with First Ever AI-based Autonomous Capabilities. Viridix's new Gen3 system, the most advanced precision irrigation system integrates with remote monitoring and irrigation control solutions. The system uses RooTense, a water potential sensor that mimics plant roots and provides real-time data.

Geographical Penetration

High Agricultural Land in Asia-Pacific

The Asia Pacific region dominated the global irrigation automation market with its vast agricultural lands. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, 54 percent of Asia has agricultural land. Asia had the largest share of the global cropland area in 2020 with about 38 percent. Agriculture is the backbone of livelihoods for many developing countries in the region including India and China.

With the increased agriculture practises, the demand for irrigation with advanced ad automation increased in the region for the improvement of the produce. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Statistical Yearbook, World Food and Agriculture 2022, the global land area equipped for irrigation reached 349 million ha in 2020. The area equipped for irrigation by Asia reached about 70% in 2020.

The agriculture sector accounted for just under 5 per cent of total GDP on the average in the Asia-Pacific region in 2020. The presence of vast agricultural lands and changing climatic conditions in this region demand better agricultural practices with advanced technology and automation to enhance production. In addition, the increased penetration of water waste reduction and high support from the regional government positively drive the regional market growth.

Competitive Landscape

The major global players in the market include The Toro Company, Netafim, Lindsay Corporation, Valmont Industries Inc., Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd, Hunter Industries, Rain Bird, WeatherTRAK, Weathermatic and Nelson Irrigation.

COVID-19 Impact Analysis

The COVID-19 had a moderate impact on the global irrigation automation market. The interrupted distribution channels created various challenges for the manufacturers to collect the required resources for the manufacturer of irrigation automation products for their use in various applications. The disrupted trade transition majorly impacted the product reach to the end-user.

On the other hand, the pandemic resulted in unexpected lockdown conditions, creating less availability of labor. The decreased labor force in the agriculture and non-agriculture fields accounted for the need for alternative sources of manual irrigation practices that can engage and enhance the irrigation practices required for the appropriate applications.

By Automation Type

• Computer-Based Irrigation Control Systems
• Real-Time Feedback Systems
• Time-Based Systems
• Volume-Based Systems

By Component

• Valves
• Sprinklers
• Controllers
• Sensors
• Others

By Irrigation

• Surface Irrigation
• Drip Irrigation
• Sprinkler Irrigation

By System

• Automatic
• Semi-Automatic

By Application

• Agricultural
  • Open Field
  • Greenhouse
  • Other
• Non-agricultural
  • Residential
  • Turf & Landscape
  • Golf Courses
  • Other

By Region

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Russia
  • Rest of Europe
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South America
• Asia-Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia-Pacific
• Middle East and Africa

Key Developments

• In April 2022, Viridix Ltd. launched its Next-Generation Precision Irrigation System with First Ever AI-based Autonomous Capabilities.
• In December 2021, Hunter Industries introduced a new line of pressure-regulated Pro-spray bodies. These sprinklers ensure that water conservation is increased by up to 30% compared to non-regulated sprinkler systems.
• In May 2021, Netafim launched a new irrigation filter and monitoring system to protect irrigation systems against clogging caused by organic contaminants.

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