How big is the Biocontrol Agents Market | Global Trends & Forecast 2025

Q: How big is the biocontrol agents market today?

The biocontrol agents market was exhibited at USD 5.5 billion in 2024 and is projected to be USD 12 billion by 2031.

Q: What are the current trends in the biocontrol agents industry?

Key trends include microbial consortia, use of beneficial nematodes and fungi, improved formulations, and adoption in integrated pest management.

Q: Which regions lead the biocontrol agents market?

Europe leads the market with regulatory-driven adoption, while Asia-Pacific and Latin America are emerging country.

Q: What is driving demand for biocontrol agents?

Main drivers include regulatory restrictions on chemicals, rising pest resistance, consumer demand for residue-free food, and eco-farming incentives.

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Publication Date: Jul 2025

What is the size of the Biocontrol Agents Market?

According to 6Wresearch internal database and industry insights, the Biocontrol Agents Market was exhibited at USD 5.5 billion in 2024 and is projected to be USD 12 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 12% during the forecast period 2025–2031.

Due to increasing demand for organic farming, pesticide regulation, and sustainable agricultural practices worldwide, the biocontrol agents market is expected for exceptional growth in the forthcoming years.

Key Growth Factors of the Biocontrol Agents Market

Compliance of stringent regulations on chemical pesticide usage and MRL limits
Growing demand for organic and residue-free crops
Rising resistance to synthetic crop protection chemicals
Support of government and subsidies for eco-friendly farming inputs
Increased awareness of soil and biodiversity conservation

Biocontrol Agents Market Trends

Market is witnessing rapid growth and navigating few trends in microbial-based biocontrol products such as Bacillus, Trichoderma, and Pseudomonas strains for pest and disease management. A sharp rise noticed in the entomopathogenic fungi and beneficial nematodes for biological insect control. As the global adoption of integrated pest management (IPM) is increasing, biocontrol agents are being blended with other eco-friendly practices to reduce dependency on chemicals. Further, innovations in formulation continued to happen like liquid concentrates, encapsulation, and extended shelf-life products are enhancing field performance and farmer uptake.

Emerging Developments in the Biocontrol Agents Market

The market is seeing developments in the next-generation microbial consortia that target multiple pathogens and pests simultaneously. The investment is increasing in the precision delivery systems for seed coating and soil drenching, improving product efficiency and uptake. Digital agriculture tools are being integrated with biocontrol application to optimize timing and placement. The emergence of RNA-based biocontrol products and CRISPR-enhanced strains is also observed in the market. Latin America and Asia-Pacific are emerging as high-growth regions.