| Product Code: ETC4597956 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Summon Dutta | No. of Pages: 85 | No. of Figures: 45 | No. of Tables: 25 |
The plant factory market in Australia is growing due to increasing demand for controlled-environment agriculture. Plant factories use hydroponics, LED lighting, and climate control to produce high-yield crops year-round. Rising focus on sustainable and urban farming is driving market growth.
The plant factory market in Australia is driven by increasing interest in controlled environment agriculture (CEA) and the need for year-round crop production. Plant factories use advanced lighting, climate control, and hydroponic systems to maximize crop yields and reduce water usage. Rising demand for locally grown, pesticide-free produce and the need for food security are fueling market growth. Government support for sustainable agricultural practices and urban farming is further encouraging market expansion.
The plant factory market in Australia is constrained by high infrastructure and operational costs. Technical challenges in ensuring consistent environmental control and crop quality increase complexity. Regulatory requirements for food safety and environmental impact increase compliance costs, while limited market awareness reduces adoption rates.
The Australia Plant Factory Market offers strong growth potential due to increasing demand for controlled-environment agriculture. Investment opportunities include developing vertical farming solutions, improving LED lighting and nutrient delivery systems, and expanding into urban and suburban farming sectors.
Plant factories are regulated under agricultural and environmental guidelines established by DAFF and the Australian Greenhouse Industry. The government provides funding for vertical farming, hydroponics, and controlled environment agriculture. Incentives are available for companies developing energy-efficient and high-yield plant factory systems. Import regulations ensure that plant factory equipment meets environmental and safety standards.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Australia Plant Factory Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia Plant Factory Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia Plant Factory Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia Plant Factory Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia Plant Factory Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Growing System, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia Plant Factory Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Facility Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Australia Plant Factory Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Crop Type, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia Plant Factory Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing awareness and adoption of sustainable farming practices in Australia |
4.2.2 Growing demand for locally grown, fresh produce |
4.2.3 Technological advancements in vertical farming and controlled environment agriculture |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High initial setup costs of plant factories |
4.3.2 Limited availability of skilled labor for managing plant factory operations |
4.3.3 Challenges related to energy efficiency and operational costs |
5 Australia Plant Factory Market Trends |
6 Australia Plant Factory Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia Plant Factory Market, By Growing System |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia Plant Factory Market Revenues & Volume, By Growing System, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Australia Plant Factory Market Revenues & Volume, By Soil-based, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Australia Plant Factory Market Revenues & Volume, By Non-soil-based, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Australia Plant Factory Market Revenues & Volume, By Hybrid, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Australia Plant Factory Market, By Facility Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia Plant Factory Market Revenues & Volume, By Greenhouses, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Australia Plant Factory Market Revenues & Volume, By Indoor Farms, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Australia Plant Factory Market Revenues & Volume, By Other Facility Types, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Australia Plant Factory Market, By Crop Type |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Australia Plant Factory Market Revenues & Volume, By Vegetables, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Australia Plant Factory Market Revenues & Volume, By Fruits, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 Australia Plant Factory Market Revenues & Volume, By Flowers & Ornamentals, 2021-2031F |
7 Australia Plant Factory Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia Plant Factory Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia Plant Factory Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia Plant Factory Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Crop yield per square meter |
8.2 Energy consumption per crop yield |
8.3 Utilization rate of plant factory capacity |
9 Australia Plant Factory Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia Plant Factory Market Opportunity Assessment, By Growing System, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia Plant Factory Market Opportunity Assessment, By Facility Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Australia Plant Factory Market Opportunity Assessment, By Crop Type, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia Plant Factory Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia Plant Factory Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia Plant Factory Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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