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Agricultural disinfectants are chemicals primarily utilized to preserve crops and livestock, essential for preventing disease outbreaks and infections on farms in agriculture and animal husbandry.
The main types of agricultural disinfectants include quaternary ammonium chloride salts, hydrogen peroxide and peroxyacetic acid, hypochlorites and halogens, and other varieties. Quaternary ammonium salts (QAS) are water-soluble cationic compounds with alkyl groups in chains ranging from C8 to C18. They serve as disinfectants and find applications in the textile industry. These substances, including quaternary ammonium chloride salts, act as membrane-active chemicals that can disrupt the cell walls of gram-positive bacteria. Agricultural disinfectants are available in various forms such as liquid, powder, and others, and can be applied through surface, aerial, and water sanitizing methods. They are commonly used in livestock farms and agricultural settings.
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The agricultural disinfectants market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.19 billion in 2024 to $2.32 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.0%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to market penetration in emerging economies, research and development initiatives, livestock and poultry industry growth, adoption of best hygiene practices, shift towards sustainable solutions, global pandemic impact.
The agricultural disinfectants market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.94 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing disease resistance, sustainable and eco-friendly solutions, biosecurity measures, precision agriculture and modern farming practices. Major trends in the forecast period include industry collaboration and education, specialized applications, product innovations, preventive measures in animal farming.
The surge in demand for high-quality meat products is poised to be a driving force behind the growth of the agricultural disinfectants market. Quality meat, processed from livestock or altered by specific techniques to enhance its attributes, necessitates stringent hygiene standards during production to ensure client satisfaction. Factors such as the genetic makeup, growth conditions, and nutritional status of the animals profoundly influence meat quality, impacting the need for maintaining cleanliness within livestock farmlands. For instance, data from February 2023 by Dezan Shira & Associates highlighted a meat production increase of 3.8% in China, reaching approximately 92.27 million tons in 2022. This escalating demand for quality meat products augments the necessity for agricultural disinfectants, thereby driving the growth of this market segment.
The rising demand for high-quality meat is anticipated to drive the growth of the agricultural disinfectants market. Meat is a processed product derived from livestock or similar animals, and it can also include products where the characteristics of fresh meat have been modified through techniques such as mincing, grinding, chopping, or salting to ensure customer satisfaction regarding quality. The quality of meat is influenced by various factors, including the animal's genetic makeup, how it is raised, and its nutritional state during production. This demand for specific genetic traits in livestock has increased the need for agricultural disinfectants to maintain cleanliness in farming areas. For example, in February 2023, Dezan Shira & Associates, a multi-disciplinary professional services firm based in China, reported that approximately 92.27 million tons of meat were produced in China in 2022, reflecting a 3.8% increase from the previous year. Consequently, the growing demand for quality meat products is expected to propel the agricultural disinfectants market.
Major companies in the agricultural disinfectants market are concentrating on developing innovative products, such as veterinary solutions, to enhance biosecurity and prevent disease transmission among livestock. A veterinary product encompasses any substance or device used to diagnose, treat, prevent, or manage diseases and conditions in animals. This category includes medications, vaccines, disinfectants, and other tools that support animal health and welfare. For instance, in April 2024, Neogen Corporation, a US-based food safety company, launched Neogen Farm Fluid MAX to bolster its existing pathogen control offerings. This product is particularly effective against protozoa, specifically targeting Eimeria oocysts responsible for coccidiosis in poultry. Neogen Farm Fluid MAX is a dual-action disinfectant formulated to inactivate up to 100% of both sporulated and non-sporulated Eimeria oocysts, making it an effective solution for controlling coccidiosis in livestock and poultry.
Major companies in the agricultural disinfectants sector are adopting a strategic partnership approach to deliver innovative and advanced products, thereby strengthening their market position. Strategic partnerships involve companies leveraging each other's strengths and resources to achieve mutual benefits and success. For instance, in July 2022, Virox Technologies, a Canada-based chemical manufacturing company, expanded its market presence by partnering with Contec, a Japan-based firm. This collaboration focuses on distributing Virox's Peroxigard disinfectants specifically for the Lab Animal Sciences sector, building on a decade-long relationship aimed at enhancing biosecurity in controlled environments.
In July 2023, Solenis GSS India Private Limited, an India-based company specializing in water treatment and processing, acquired Diversey Holdings, Ltd. This acquisition aims to enhance Solenis GSS's scale and diversification, create cross-selling opportunities, prioritize sustainability, and accelerate growth in both core and adjacent markets. Diversey Holdings, Ltd., a UK-based hygiene company, offers agricultural disinfectants designed to uphold biosecurity and hygiene standards on farms, ensuring the health of livestock and the quality of crops.
Major companies operating in the agricultural disinfectants market are Neogen Corporation, The Chemours Company, The Dow Chemical Company, Nufarm Limited, Stepan Company, Zoetis Inc., Thymox Technology, Fink Tec GmbH, Quat-Chem Ltd., Ceva Sante Animale Group, Shandong Daming Disinfection Technology Ltd., Sanosil, Chemtex Speciality Limited, The Stockmeier Group, Forie, Shijiazhuang Jiuding Animal Pharmaceutical, Ecolab Inc., Solvay SA, Diversey Holdings Ltd., Lanxess AG, The Clorox Company, The 3M Company, The Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, The BASF SE, The DuPont de Nemours Inc.
North America was the largest region in the agricultural disinfectants market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the agricultural disinfectants market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the agricultural disinfectants market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The agricultural disinfectants market consists of sales of chlorine bleach, chlorhexidine, phenols, iodine, trisodium phosphates, peroxyacetic acid. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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