Aquatic Herbicides Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Type, By Mode of Application, By Mode of Action, By Application, By Region & Competition, 2020-2030F

Description

Global Aquatic Herbicides Market was valued at USD 754.26 Million in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 1103.20 Million by 2030 with a CAGR of 6.54% during the forecast period. Aquatic herbicides are chemical substances formulated to inhibit the growth of aquatic weeds, such as pond algae, lake weeds, and pond weeds. These herbicides can be classified into two types: selective and nonselective. Selective herbicides specifically target distinct weeds without posing a threat to other organisms in the same aquatic environment. On the other hand, nonselective herbicides hinder the growth of all plant life and vegetation in the treated areas. By disrupting photosynthesis or limiting the synthesis of plant pigments, these herbicides effectively control weed growth. They are a cost-effective solution for long-lasting weed control, minimizing undesired side effects. Organizations operating in this market can focus on improving herbicides that are safe for aquatic animals and humans, thus creating favorable opportunities for both existing and new players in the market.

Market Overview
Forecast Period	2026-2030
Market Size 2024	USD 754.26 Million
Market Size 2030	USD 1103.20 Million
CAGR 2025-2030	6.54%
Fastest Growing Segment	Glyphosate
Largest Market	North America

Key Market Drivers

Rapid Expansion of Aquatic Farming Activities

The global demand for aquatic herbicides is expected to rise substantially in the coming years. This surge in demand can be attributed to the rapid expansion of aquatic farming activities worldwide. Aquatic farming, also known as aquaculture, has emerged as a prevalent method of food production due to its efficiency and sustainability. However, maintaining the aquatic environment is crucial to ensure a high-quality yield. Aquatic herbicides play a vital role in this maintenance process. They effectively manage and control the growth of harmful aquatic weeds that can negatively impact the health and productivity of farmed species. These weeds not only compete with aquatic organisms for essential nutrients, but they also obstruct sunlight penetration, disturb the ecological balance, and impede water circulation.

As aquaculture operations expand to meet the growing global demand for seafood, the requirement for aquatic herbicides is anticipated to rise correspondingly. This demand is further fueled by advancements in herbicide formulation technology. Researchers and scientists are continuously developing new formulations that aim to reduce environmental impacts while enhancing efficiency. Considering these factors, the rapid expansion of aquatic farming activities worldwide is likely to drive the demand for aquatic herbicides in the foreseeable future. It is essential to ensure that the aquatic environment is properly maintained to support sustainable and productive aquaculture operations.

Key Market Challenges

Fluctuations in Raw Material Prices Affecting Production Costs

The global demand for aquatic herbicides is expected to decrease due to fluctuations in raw material prices, significantly impacting production costs. These herbicides' primary raw materials include glyphosate, 2,4-D, diquat, and others, the prices of which are influenced by various factors such as transportation costs, availability, and international trade policies. An increase in the prices of these materials directly translates to increased production costs for herbicide manufacturers. As a consequence, the selling price of these herbicides is likely to rise, which may deter potential customers, especially those operating on a tight budget. Furthermore, the situation is exacerbated in developing economies, where customers might not afford these increased costs, thus driving down demand. With the global economy still recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic's effects, many industries are cutting down their expenses, and the increased cost of aquatic herbicides might push them to explore cheaper alternatives. Thus, the fluctuating raw material prices are posing a substantial challenge to the global aquatic herbicides market.

Key Market Trends

Increasing Adoption of Precision Farming Practices

The increasing adoption of precision farming practices worldwide is expected to play a significant role in driving the global demand for aquatic herbicides. Precision farming, or precision agriculture, uses technology and data to manage crops and soils in a more efficient manner, leading to increased productivity and reduced waste. As this practice becomes more widespread, farmers are utilizing aquatic herbicides to control the growth of unwanted vegetation in water bodies. Aquatic herbicides are essential in maintaining the health of these water bodies, preventing the spread of harmful aquatic weeds, and promoting the growth of desirable plants. They are used in precision agriculture to treat specific areas where weeds are prevalent, thereby reducing the amount of herbicide needed and minimizing potential environmental impact. Moreover, these herbicides have proven to be effective in controlling invasive aquatic species that can disrupt the ecosystem and harm aquatic life. As farmers globally continue to embrace precision farming methods to maximize crop yields and minimize environmental harm, demand for aquatic herbicides is expected to grow. This trend signifies a promising future for the aquatic herbicide market, reflecting the synergistic relationship between advanced farming practices and environmental stewardship.

Key Market Players

BASF SE
Dow Chemical Company
Syngenta AG
Nufarm Limited
Lonza Group
Land O'Lakes, Inc.
UPL Limited
Element Solutions Inc (Platform Specialty Products)
SePRO Corporation
Albaugh LLC
Stepan Company

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Aquatic Herbicides Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Aquatic Herbicides Market, By Type:

Glyphosate
2,4-D
Imazapyr
Triclopyr
Others

Aquatic Herbicides Market, By Mode of Application:

Foliar
Submerged

Aquatic Herbicides Market, By Mode of Action:

Selective
non-Selective

Aquatic Herbicides Market, By Application:

Agricultural Waters
Fisheries
Recreational Waters
Others

Aquatic Herbicides Market, By Region:

North America
- United States
- Canada
- Mexico
Europe
- France
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Germany
- Spain
Asia-Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- South Korea
South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Colombia
Middle East & Africa
- South Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Aquatic Herbicides Market.

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1. Product Overview

1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Market
- 1.2.1. Markets Covered
- 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
- 1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Objective of the Study
2.2. Baseline Methodology
2.3. Key Industry Partners
2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
2.5. Forecasting Methodology
2.6. Data Triangulation & Validations
2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview of the Market
3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends

4. Voice of Customer

5. Global Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook

5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 5.1.1. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 5.2.1. By Type (Glyphosate, 2,4-D, Imazapyr, Triclopyr, and Others)
- 5.2.2. By Mode of Application (Foliar, and Submerged)
- 5.2.3. By Mode of Action (Selective, and non-Selective)
- 5.2.4. By Application (Agricultural Waters, Fisheries, Recreational Waters, and Others)
- 5.2.5. By Region
- 5.2.6. By Company (2024)
5.3. Market Map

6. North America Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.1.1. By Value
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.2.1. By Type
- 6.2.2. By Mode of Application
- 6.2.3. By Mode of Action
- 6.2.4. By Application
- 6.2.5. By Country
6.3. North America: Country Analysis
- 6.3.1. United States Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook
  - 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 6.3.1.2.2. By Mode of Application
    - 6.3.1.2.3. By Mode of Action
    - 6.3.1.2.4. By Application
- 6.3.2. Canada Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook
  - 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 6.3.2.2.2. By Mode of Application
    - 6.3.2.2.3. By Mode of Action
    - 6.3.2.2.4. By Application
- 6.3.3. Mexico Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook
  - 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 6.3.3.2.2. By Mode of Application
    - 6.3.3.2.3. By Mode of Action
    - 6.3.3.2.4. By Application

7. Europe Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.1.1. By Value
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.2.1. By Type
- 7.2.2. By Mode of Application
- 7.2.3. By Mode of Action
- 7.2.4. By Application
- 7.2.5. By Country
7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
- 7.3.1. Germany Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook
  - 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.1.2.2. By Mode of Application
    - 7.3.1.2.3. By Mode of Action
    - 7.3.1.2.4. By Application
- 7.3.2. United Kingdom Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook
  - 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.2.2.2. By Mode of Application
    - 7.3.2.2.3. By Mode of Action
    - 7.3.2.2.4. By Application
- 7.3.3. Italy Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook
  - 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.3.2.2. By Mode of Application
    - 7.3.3.2.3. By Mode of Action
    - 7.3.3.2.4. By Application
- 7.3.4. France Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook
  - 7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.4.2.2. By Mode of Application
    - 7.3.4.2.3. By Mode of Action
    - 7.3.4.2.4. By Application
- 7.3.5. Spain Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook
  - 7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.5.2.2. By Mode of Application
    - 7.3.5.2.3. By Mode of Action
    - 7.3.5.2.4. By Application

8. Asia-Pacific Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.1.1. By Value
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.2.1. By Type
- 8.2.2. By Mode of Application
- 8.2.3. By Mode of Action
- 8.2.4. By Application
- 8.2.5. By Country
8.3. Asia-Pacific: Country Analysis
- 8.3.1. China Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook
  - 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.1.2.2. By Mode of Application
    - 8.3.1.2.3. By Mode of Action
    - 8.3.1.2.4. By Application
- 8.3.2. India Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook
  - 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.2.2.2. By Mode of Application
    - 8.3.2.2.3. By Mode of Action
    - 8.3.2.2.4. By Application
- 8.3.3. Japan Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook
  - 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.3.2.2. By Mode of Application
    - 8.3.3.2.3. By Mode of Action
    - 8.3.3.2.4. By Application
- 8.3.4. South Korea Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook
  - 8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.4.2.2. By Mode of Application
    - 8.3.4.2.3. By Mode of Action
    - 8.3.4.2.4. By Application
- 8.3.5. Australia Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook
  - 8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.5.2.2. By Mode of Application
    - 8.3.5.2.3. By Mode of Action
    - 8.3.5.2.4. By Application

9. South America Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.1.1. By Value
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.2.1. By Type
- 9.2.2. By Mode of Application
- 9.2.3. By Mode of Action
- 9.2.4. By Application
- 9.2.5. By Country
9.3. South America: Country Analysis
- 9.3.1. Brazil Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook
  - 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 9.3.1.2.2. By Mode of Application
    - 9.3.1.2.3. By Mode of Action
    - 9.3.1.2.4. By Application
- 9.3.2. Argentina Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook
  - 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 9.3.2.2.2. By Mode of Application
    - 9.3.2.2.3. By Mode of Action
    - 9.3.2.2.4. By Application
- 9.3.3. Colombia Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook
  - 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 9.3.3.2.2. By Mode of Application
    - 9.3.3.2.3. By Mode of Action
    - 9.3.3.2.4. By Application

10. Middle East and Africa Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.1.1. By Value
10.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.2.1. By Type
- 10.2.2. By Mode of Application
- 10.2.3. By Mode of Action
- 10.2.4. By Application
- 10.2.5. By Country
10.3. MEA: Country Analysis
- 10.3.1. South Africa Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook
  - 10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 10.3.1.2.2. By Mode of Application
    - 10.3.1.2.3. By Mode of Action
    - 10.3.1.2.4. By Application
- 10.3.2. Saudi Arabia Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook
  - 10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 10.3.2.2.2. By Mode of Application
    - 10.3.2.2.3. By Mode of Action
    - 10.3.2.2.4. By Application
- 10.3.3. UAE Aquatic Herbicides Market Outlook
  - 10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 10.3.3.2.2. By Mode of Application
    - 10.3.3.2.3. By Mode of Action
    - 10.3.3.2.4. By Application

11. Market Dynamics

11.1. Drivers
11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

12.1. Recent Development
12.2. Mergers & Acquisitions
12.3. Product Launches

13. Global Aquatic Herbicides Market: SWOT Analysis

14. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

14.1. Competition in the Industry
14.2. Potential of New Entrants
14.3. Power of Suppliers
14.4. Power of Customers
14.5. Threat of Substitute Products

15. Competitive Landscape

15.1. BASF SE
- 15.1.1. Business Overview
- 15.1.2. Company Snapshot
- 15.1.3. Products & Service Offerings
- 15.1.4. Financials (As Reported)
- 15.1.5. Recent Developments
- 15.1.6. Key Personnel Details
- 15.1.7. SWOT Analysis
15.2. Dow Chemical Company
15.3. Syngenta AG
15.4. Nufarm Limited
15.5. Lonza Group
15.6. Land O'Lakes, Inc.
15.7. UPL Limited
15.8. Element Solutions Inc (Platform Specialty Products)
15.9. SePRO Corporation
15.10. Albaugh LLC
15.11. Stepan Company