Industry Statistics and Trends
Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Europe key trends
Changing regulations hit pesticide manufacturers revenue.
Since 2019, the EU has banned several pesticides, including one of the most widely used pesticides in the world, chlorothalonil, in response to links to declining bumblebee numbers.
Manufacturers are in the dark about pesticide reduction targets.
While many individual countries have introduced plans to curb pesticide use, the EU has scrapped its commitment over concerns about the viability of alternatives.
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Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2012-2030. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Europe market size (2020-2025)
Industry revenue has grown at a CAGR of 1.4 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €22.2bn in 2025.
Trends and Insights
Tumbling pesticide use threatens revenue from agricultural businesses
- The volume of pesticide use in Europe has generally declined in recent years. According to Eurostat data, sales volumes of pesticides in the EU tumbled to 292,000 tonnes in 2023, the lowest level since the data series began in 2011. This downturn can be partially attributed to the rising costs of pesticides, driven in large part by the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the resulting volatility. According to Eurostat data, the countries with the sharpest declines in pesticide use between 2011 and 2023 were Portugal (44%), Italy (44%) and Ireland (38%). This has dampened industry revenue, particularly since Italy and Portugal are major agricultural producers, which account for a significant share of pesticide demand on the continent.
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Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Europe outlook (2025-2030)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Pesticide reduction targets are in flux
- European countries like Spain, France and Italy are implementing ambitious plans to reduce pesticide usage by 2030. These strategies include the development of the National Strategic Plan for Sustainable Use of Plant Protection Products in Spain, aimed at reducing pesticide use by 25% and the French Ecophyto Plan, which aims to halve the use of pesticides by 2030. These policies are reshaping the industry landscape by pushing for more sustainable farming practices.
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Revenue
€22.2bn
Employees
67,214
Wages
€X.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
Top 5 Countries
- Switzerland +27.2%
- Norway +20.2%
- Poland +13.2%
- Finland +11.7%
- Malta +10.1%
Bottom 5 Countries
- Lithuania -11.0%
- Estonia -8.9%
- Netherlands -6.4%
- Serbia -2.2%
- Bosnia & Herzegovina -1.9%
* CAGR values are for the years 2020-2025.
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Biggest companies in the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2025 | Revenue (€m)
2025 | Profit (€m)
2025 | Profit Margin (%)
2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BASF SE | 67,880.0 | 2,973.2 | 4.4 | |
Syngenta AG | 31,994.9 | 4,548.4 | 14.2 | |
Bayer AG | 45,056.2 | 4,482.6 | 9.9 |
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Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Europe
Products & Services Segmentation
Industry revenue broken down by key product and services lines.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing industry in Europe in 2025?
The market size of the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing industry in Europe is €22.2bn in 2025.
How many businesses are there in the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing industry in Europe in 2025?
There are 1,157 businesses in the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing industry in Europe, which has declined at a CAGR of 0.1 % between 2020 and 2025.
Has the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing industry in Europe has been growing at a CAGR of 1.4 % between 2020 and 2025.
What is the forecast growth of the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing industry in Europe include?
Herbicides and Fungicides are part of the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing industry in Europe.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing industry is Turkey.
How competitive is the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing industry in Europe?
The level of competition is high and increasing in the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Greece
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Russia
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Slovakia
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Hungary
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Switzerland
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Poland
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Malta
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Slovenia
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Austria
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Romania
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Norway
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Italy
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in the UK
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Denmark
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Germany
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Latvia
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Croatia
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Portugal
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Czechia
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Serbia
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Turkey
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Cyprus
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Finland
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Bulgaria
- Pesticide & Other Agrochemical Manufacturing in the UK
- Pesticide & Other Agrochemical Manufacturing in Germany
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Spain
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in France
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Lithuania
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in the Netherlands
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Belgium
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Sweden
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Estonia
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Europe
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
This industry covers the manufacture of pesticides and other agricultural products, with the exception of fertilisers and nitrogen compounds. The class includes but is not limited to the manufacture of insecticides, herbicides, rodenticides, plant growth regulators, disinfectants for agricultural use and other agricultural products.
Related Terms
FungicideActive IngredientSystemicWhat's included in this industry?
HerbicidesFungicidesDisinfectantsRodenticidesCompanies
BASF SESyngenta AGBayer AGIndustry Code
2021 - Manufacture of pesticides and other agrochemical products in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
Tumbling pesticide use threatens revenue from agricultural businesses
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Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2025 Revenue Growth
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Employees in the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Business in the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Profit in the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Targeted and bio-based agrochemicals are in vogue. Intense regulation and environmental concerns spark demand for more sustainable and eco-friendly agrochemicals.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Europe industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Largest Importer
- Smallest Importer
- Total Imports into Europe
- Largest Exporter
- Smallest Exporter
- Total Exports into Europe
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2025)
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2025)
Industry Geographic Breakdown
Data Tables
Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:
- Revenue (2025)
- IVA (2025)
- Enterprises (2025)
- Employment (2025)
- Exports (2025)
- Imports (2025)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Multinational companies dominate the scene. The agrochemical manufacturing industry is dominated by a few large multinational companies and smaller regional players.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2020-2025)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 12 companies by market share:
- Market share (2025)
- Revenue (2025)
- Profit (2025)
- Profit Margin (2025)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for BASF SE
- Countries of operation for Syngenta AG
- Countries of operation for Bayer AG
- Countries of operation for Corteva Inc
- Countries of operation for Nufarm UK Ltd
- Countries of operation for FMC Corporation
- Countries of operation for Corteva Agriscience France SAS
- Countries of operation for Nufarm SAS
- Countries of operation for Cheminova A/S
- Countries of operation for Croda International plc
- Countries of operation for Novozymes A/S
- Countries of operation for Francisco Aragon SLU
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Manufacturers face increasingly stringent regulation. The EU and other governing bodies are implementing strict rules on pesticide approval, environmental impact and residue.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Investment in R&D limits profit. An intense regulatory and competitive landscape forces manufacturers to invest heavily in R&D.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Pesticides & Other Agrochemical Product Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Imports/Demand (2015-2030)
- Exports/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Revenue per Employee (2015-2030)
- Wages/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Employees per Establishment (2015-2030)
- Average Wage (2015-2030)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and bottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2025)
- Business Growth (2025)
- Job Growth (2025)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2025)
- Imports/Demand (2025)
- Exports/Revenue (2025)
- Revenue per Employee (2025)
- Wages/Revenue (2025)
- Employees per Establishment (2025)
- Average Wage (2025)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2015-2030)
- IVA (2015-2030)
- Establishments (2015-2030)
- Enterprises (2015-2030)
- Employment (2015-2030)
- Exports (2015-2030)
- Imports (2015-2030)
- Wages (2015-2030)
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