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殺軟體動物市場 - 2018-2028 年全球產業規模、佔有率、趨勢、機會和預測，按類型、形式、按應用、地區和競爭細分
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殺軟體動物市場 - 2018-2028 年全球產業規模、佔有率、趨勢、機會和預測，按類型、形式、按應用、地區和競爭細分

Molluscicides Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, 2018-2028 Segmented By Type, By Form, By Application, By Region and Competition
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簡介目錄

2022 年全球殺軟體動物市場價值為 7.5868 億美元，預計在預測期內將出現令人印象深刻的成長，到 2028 年CAGR為8.54%。殺軟體動物劑是專門為控制和消滅軟體動物（如蝸牛和蛞蝓）而配製的化學製劑。它們包括四聚乙醛、磷酸鐵、滅蟲威、氯化鈉、硫酸銅和氫氧化銅等物質。透過攻擊軟體動物的神經和消化系統，它們會導致癱瘓並最終死亡。殺軟體動物劑在農業領域有廣泛的應用，包括農業、園藝、園藝、農業研究和害蟲防​​治。這些藥劑可有效減少軟體動物數量並減輕其對農作物、花園和建築物的不利影響。

旨在教育農民和促進採用害蟲防治解決方案（包括殺軟體動物劑）的支持性政府政策的實施推動了市場的成長。這些措施對於應對農業挑戰、加強糧食安全和提高生產力至關重要。此外，水產養殖業廣泛使用殺軟體動物劑，以確保養殖物種的健康發展並控制湖泊、池塘和其他水產養殖設施中的軟體動物數量，有助於市場擴張。此外，在害蟲綜合管理（IPM）實踐中採用殺軟體動物劑，提供了全面且永續的害蟲防治方法，正在推動市場成長。其他因素，例如植物病害發病率的增加、對天然和環保軟體動物殺滅劑的需求不斷成長以及對食品安全和品質的日益擔憂，預計將進一步推動市場成長。

主要市場促進因素

市場概況
預測期 2024-2028
2022 年市場規模 75868萬美元
2028 年市場規模 12.326億美元
2023-2028 年CAGR 8.54%
成長最快的細分市場 農業
最大的市場 北美洲

植物病害發生率增加

全球植物病害發生率的上升預計將大大刺激對軟體動物殺滅劑的需求。蝸牛、蛞蝓等軟體動物可以作為多種植物病原體的攜帶者，進而導致植物病害的廣泛發生。這些疾病有可能毀壞農作物並對全球糧食安全構成重大威脅。這些植物病害的影響不僅僅是降低農作物的產量和品質。它們也導致與作物管理相關的成本增加，給農民帶來經濟負擔。在這種情況下，殺軟體動物劑因其對軟體動物的特殊作用而被視為對抗植物病害的有效工具。透過有效控制軟體動物族群，殺軟體動物劑可以幫助降低疾病傳播給農作物的風險。

全球對園藝的需求不斷成長

在人口成長、飲食模式轉變和城市化進程不斷加快的推動下，全球園藝產業的需求正在大幅成長。隨著農民和園藝師努力應對農作物中軟體動物侵擾的挑戰，對園藝產品不斷成長的需求預計將增加殺軟體動物劑的使用。軟體動物，包括蝸牛和蛞蝓，是園藝中臭名昭著的害蟲，對多種蔬菜、水果和觀賞植物造成嚴重損害。殺軟體動物劑的應用提供了保護這些高價值作物、確保其品質和產量的有效策略。此外，城市園藝和景觀美化的興起預計將進一步推動殺軟體動物市場，因為這些城市空間通常為軟體動物提供合適的棲息地。因此，殺軟體動物不僅用於維護這些景觀的美學價值，還用於防止可能對生物多樣性構成嚴重威脅的潛在軟體動物入侵。此外，對永續農業實踐和使用環境友善害蟲防治解決方案（例如生物殺軟體動物劑）的日益重視，將推動殺軟體動物市場的發展。這些因素，加上政府的支持性政策以及人們對殺軟體動物劑益處的日益認知，預計將增強全球殺軟體動物劑市場，以應對不斷成長的園藝需求。

農業顯著成長

近年來，農業產業取得了顯著的成長，這主要是由全球糧食需求不斷成長所推動的。為了因應這一趨勢，殺軟體動物劑的使用已廣泛應用於包括水果、蔬菜、穀類、糧食和大田作物在內的各種作物的種植中。這些殺軟體動物劑具有多種用途，例如保護葉子和種子免受損壞、減少侵擾、提高產量、防止污染以及確保成功收穫。

此外，殺軟體動物劑在防止植物病害傳播和促進健康生長方面也發揮著至關重要的作用。透過採用精準農業技術，農民可以根據特定地點的害蟲監測和繪圖，精確地施用軟體動物殺滅劑。這種創新方法不僅提高了效率，還節省了成本，最佳化了資源，並防止了殺軟體動物劑的過度使用。因此，由於殺軟體動物劑為農業部門帶來的眾多好處，其市場正經歷顯著成長。

廣泛的研究與發展 (R&D) 活動

近年來，在提高其功效、最大限度地減少環境污染和提高易用性等目標的推動下，殺軟體動物劑取得了重大進展。這些創新促進了生物基軟體動物殺滅劑的開發，利用植物萃取物、精油、微生物製劑以及從細菌或真菌中提取的生物農藥。這些生物基解決方案專門針對軟體動物，促進市場成長。此外，基於奈米技術的殺軟體動物配方的引入也徹底改變了這個產業。這些配方可以有針對性地釋放活性成分，最大限度地提高功效，同時最大限度地減少環境暴露。這項技術突破已成為市場成長的關鍵驅動力。

此外，生物合理殺軟體動物劑的開發提供了更永續的方法。這些創新解決方案旨在針對軟體動物的特定生物機制，從而減少對非目標生物和生態系統的影響。這種對生態平衡的關注進一步推動了市場的積極成長。總體而言，殺軟體動物的不斷進步，包括生物基解決方案、基於奈米技術的配方和生物合理方法，將透過提高有效性、減少環境影響和確保長期永續性來塑造該行業的未來。

主要市場挑戰

對殺軟體動物產品使用的監管限制

蝸牛和蛞蝓因對農業造成重大損害而臭名昭著。因此，農民採取了一系列控制措施來對抗這些討厭的生物。雖然可以使用化學控制解決方案，但如果其他程序證明不夠，它們被認為是最後的手段。這是因為有害農藥滲入糧食系統後會對生態系統產生高毒性和災難性後果。例如，歐盟 (EU) 對甲硫威蛞蝓丸的使用實施了限制，因為它們對麻雀和雀等食糧農用鳥類構成風險。這些限制是為了保護生態系統的微妙平衡並確保這些鳥類的福祉。

另一種主要的塊狀顆粒產品是四聚乙醛，它被認為是一種新興污染物。它擴大在水道中被檢測到，常常超過歐盟法定飲用水中 0.1 微克 L-1 農藥的限量。這引起了人們對對水質的潛在影響以及需要製定更嚴格的法規來防止污染的擔憂。當農民努力尋找有效且環保的解決方案來對抗蝸牛和蛞蝓時，仔細考慮控制措施就變得至關重要。平衡害蟲管理與保護生態系統的需求對於確保永續農業實踐至關重要。

殺軟體動物劑的適用性有限

由於其特定的目標生物，殺軟體動物劑的適用性有限，預計將減少其全球需求。殺軟體動物劑主要用於消滅或控制軟體動物，例如蝸牛和蛞蝓，限制了其對抗其他害蟲的功效。因此，農民和害蟲防治公司可能會選擇更全面的害蟲防治解決方案，以解決對農作物和花園的更廣泛的威脅。此外，在水產養殖中使用殺軟體動物劑雖然可以有效控制軟體動物族群，但不能擴展到控制可能影響養殖物種的其他水生害蟲或疾病。這種有限的應用範圍也可能導致該領域的採用率下降。此外，環保和永續替代品的日益突出預計將進一步減少殺軟體動物劑的需求。其中許多替代方法，例如生物控制方法，提供了更廣泛的適用性，並且更好地符合當今的環境和永續發展目標。因此，雖然殺軟體動物劑在特定領域仍然很重要，但其有限的適用性預計將抑制全球市場的成長。

主要市場趨勢

產品在水產養殖業的廣泛應用

水產養殖業對殺軟體動物劑的需求不斷成長，將大大推動全球殺軟體動物市場的發展。需求激增很大程度上歸因於這些藥劑在促進養殖物種健康發展和控制湖泊、池塘等水產養殖設施中軟體動物數量的廣泛應用。軟體動物常常對這些設施構成巨大威脅，因為它們對水生生物和基礎設施造成重大損害。使用殺軟體動物劑有助於有效減輕這些風險，確保養殖物種的福利並最佳化設施的生產力。此外，全球對永續水產養殖的日益重視，加上對高品質海鮮產品的需求不斷增加，進一步推動了殺軟體動物劑在該行業的使用。殺軟體動物製劑的不斷進步推動了這些趨勢，確保有效控制，同時對非目標物種和環境的影響最小。所有這些因素共同促進了殺軟體動物劑在水產養殖領域的整合，從而增加了全球對這些產品的需求。

對天然環保軟體動物殺滅劑的需求不斷成長

對天然和環保軟體動物殺蟲劑的需求不斷增加，預計將顯著推動全球對軟體動物殺蟲劑的需求。有意識的消費者正在逐漸將他們的偏好轉向不會造成生態危害的產品，而這趨勢並沒有繞過害蟲防治領域。因此，人們對源自天然來源且不傷害非目標生物體或環境的軟體動物殺蟲劑越來越感興趣。天然殺軟體動物劑，如磷酸鐵，被認為是合成產品更安全的替代品，對致力於永續實踐的有機農民和園丁特別有吸引力。此外，這些產品可有效對抗多種軟體動物，包括蝸牛和蛞蝓，而不會對人類、寵物或野生動物構成風險。這種多功能性進一步增加了他們的需求。為了應對對食品安全和品質日益成長的擔憂，全球有機農業的興起預計將繼續推動對天然和環保軟體動物殺滅劑的需求。促進永續農業的政府支持政策和病蟲害綜合防治策略進一步推動了這一趨勢。隨著減少農業環境足跡和保護生物多樣性的壓力越來越大，天然環保的軟體動物殺滅劑市場前景看好。

細分市場洞察

類型洞察

全球殺軟體動物劑市場依類型分為化學軟體動物殺蟲劑和生物殺軟體動物劑。 2022年，化學殺螺劑領域在市場上佔據最大的收入佔有率。對化學殺螺劑的需求不斷增加，導致農業化學品的利用率更高，並在高價值園藝作物的種植中得到應用。著名的化學殺軟體動物劑包括甲硫威、四聚乙醛、磷酸亞鐵以及其他如金屬鹽和乙二胺四乙酸鐵鈉。幾十年來，化學軟體動物殺滅劑已廣泛用於控制蝸牛和蛞蝓。製造商喜歡使用高效的化學軟體動物殺蟲劑，例如硫酸銅和硫酸鐵。硫酸銅在控制灰蛞蝓物種方面特別有效，而硫酸鐵是經過認證的有機種植者青睞的蛞蝓管理的環保選擇。

另一方面，生物殺螺劑部門的收入預計在預測期內將顯著成長。人們對生物殺軟體動物劑在作物保護方面的有效性的認知不斷提高，再加上對以最小的損失獲得更多利潤的機會的潛力有了更好的了解，導致蛞蝓和蝸牛控制劑的頻繁使用。

應用洞察

根據該應用程式，全球殺軟體動物市場分為農業和非農業部分。預計農業部門在整個預測期內將出現顯著的收入成長。軟體動物對農作物構成嚴重威脅，導致農業損失慘重。蛞蝓和蝸牛造成的損害因季節和年份而異。這些破壞性害蟲會對燕麥、小麥、油籽和大麥等穀類作物以及觀賞植物和蔬菜造成廣泛危害。軟體動物以地上和地下的種子和植物為食，損害葉子、芽、花和根，從而降低植物健康和作物產量。因此，在農業中使用殺軟體動物劑來保護農作物免受軟體動物侵擾，預計這將在預測期內推動全球殺軟體動物劑市場的成長。

區域洞察

預計在預測期內，亞太市場將在全球軟體動物殺滅劑市場中呈現最高的年複合成長率(CAGR)。由於亞太地區主要經濟體的不斷擴張以及人們對其功效的認知不斷提高，殺軟體動物劑的使用在發展中國家正在擴大。濕稻種植是亞太地區普遍的農業實踐。

在全球殺軟體動物市場中，預計北美市場將在預測期內佔據重要的收入佔有率。美國廣闊的農業用地正在推動該地區對軟體動物殺滅劑的需求。眾所周知，北美有大量的蝸牛，它們可以多次繁殖，每月產 200 至 500 個卵，並在短時間內對農作物造成嚴重損害。農民傾向於使用殺軟體動物劑來對抗蛞蝓和蝸牛的有害影響，因為它們的存在會導致農業產量下降。農作物種植面積的增加和對抗農業害蟲的農業化學品需求的增加正在推動北美市場的擴張。

主要市場參與者

  • 拜耳作物科學有限公司
  • 巴斯夫公司
  • 龍沙集團公司
  • 美國先鋒公司
  • 安道麥農業解決方案有限公司
  • 先正達集團
  • 優普有限公司
  • 馬龍生物創新公司
  • PI工業有限公司
  • 德桑戈斯公司

可用的客製化：

  • 全球殺軟體動物市場報告以及給定的市場資料，Tech Sci Research 根據公司的具體需求提供客製化服務。該報告可以使用以下自訂選項：

公司資訊

  • 其他市場參與者（最多五個）的詳細分析和概況分析。

目錄

第 1 章：產品概述

  • 市場定義
  • 市場範圍
    • 涵蓋的市場
    • 研究年份
    • 主要市場區隔

第 2 章：研究方法

  • 研究目的
  • 基線方法
  • 主要產業夥伴
  • 主要協會和二手資料來源
  • 預測方法
  • 數據三角測量與驗證
  • 假設和限制

第 3 章：執行摘要

  • 市場概況
  • 主要市場細分概述
  • 主要市場參與者概述
  • 重點地區/國家概況
  • 市場促進因素、挑戰、趨勢概述

第 4 章：客戶之聲

第 5 章：全球殺軟體動物市場展望

  • 市場規模及預測
    • 按價值
  • 市佔率及預測
    • 按類型（化學和生物）
    • 按形式（顆粒、粉末、液體和凝膠）
    • 按應用（農業和非農業）
    • 按地區
    • 按公司分類 (2022)
  • 市場地圖

第 6 章：北美殺軟體動物劑市場展望

  • 市場規模及預測
    • 按價值
  • 市佔率及預測
    • 按類型
    • 按形式
    • 按應用
    • 按國家/地區
  • 北美：國家分析
    • 美國
    • 加拿大
    • 墨西哥

第 7 章：歐洲殺軟體動物劑市場展望

  • 市場規模及預測
    • 按價值
  • 市佔率及預測
    • 按類型
    • 按形式
    • 按應用
    • 按國家/地區
  • 歐洲：國家分析
    • 德國
    • 英國
    • 義大利
    • 法國
    • 西班牙

第 8 章：亞太地區殺軟體動物市場展望

  • 市場規模及預測
    • 按價值
  • 市佔率及預測
    • 按類型
    • 按形式
    • 按應用
    • 按國家/地區
  • 亞太地區：國家分析
    • 中國
    • 印度
    • 日本
    • 韓國
    • 澳洲

第 9 章：南美洲殺軟體動物市場展望

  • 市場規模及預測
    • 按價值
  • 市佔率及預測
    • 按類型
    • 按形式
    • 按應用
    • 按國家/地區
  • 南美洲：國家分析
    • 巴西
    • 阿根廷
    • 哥倫比亞

第 10 章：中東和非洲殺軟體動物市場前景

  • 市場規模及預測
    • 按價值
  • 市佔率及預測
    • 按類型
    • 按形式
    • 按應用
    • 按國家/地區
  • MEA：國家分析
    • 南非殺軟體動物
    • 沙烏地阿拉伯殺死軟體動物
    • 阿拉伯聯合大公國殺軟體動物
  • 促進要素
  • 挑戰

第 11 章：市場趨勢與發展

  • 近期發展
  • 併購
  • 產品發布

第 12 章：全球殺軟體動物市場：SWOT 分析

第 13 章：波特的五力分析

  • 產業競爭
  • 新進入者的潛力
  • 供應商的力量
  • 客戶的力量
  • 替代產品的威脅

第14章：競爭格局

  • 拜耳作物科學有限公司
    • Business Overview
    • Service Offerings
    • Recent Developments
    • Key Personnel
    • SWOT Analysis
  • 巴斯夫公司
  • 龍沙集團公司
  • 美國先鋒公司
  • 安道麥農業解決方案有限公司
  • 先正達集團
  • 優普有限公司
  • 馬龍生物創新公司
  • PI工業有限公司
  • 德桑戈斯公司

第 15 章：策略建議

第 16 章：關於我們與免責聲明

簡介目錄
Product Code: 7752

Global Molluscicides Market has valued at USD 758.68 Million in 2022 and is anticipated to project impressive growth in the forecast period with a CAGR of 8.54% through 2028. Molluscicides are chemical agents specifically formulated for the control and eradication of mollusks, such as snails and slugs. They encompass substances like metaldehyde, iron phosphate, methiocarb, sodium chloride, copper sulfate, and copper hydroxides. By targeting the nervous and digestive systems of mollusks, they induce paralysis and eventual mortality. Molluscicides find wide-ranging applications in the agricultural sector, including farming, gardening, horticulture, agricultural research, and pest control. These agents effectively reduce mollusk populations and mitigate their adverse effects on crops, gardens, and structures.

The market growth is being propelled by the implementation of supportive government policies aimed at educating farmers and promoting the adoption of pest control solutions, including molluscicides. These initiatives are crucial in addressing agricultural challenges, enhancing food security, and boosting productivity. Moreover, the aquaculture industry extensively employs molluscicides to ensure the healthy development of farmed species and control mollusk populations in lakes, ponds, and other aquaculture facilities, thereby contributing to market expansion. Furthermore, the adoption of molluscicides in integrated pest management (IPM) practices, which offer a holistic and sustainable approach to pest control, is driving market growth. Other factors such as the increasing incidence of plant diseases, growing demand for natural and environmentally-friendly molluscicides, and rising concerns regarding food safety and quality are expected to further propel market growth.

Key Market Drivers

Market Overview
Forecast Period2024-2028
Market Size 2022USD 758.68 Million
Market Size 2028USD 1232.60 Million
CAGR 2023-20288.54%
Fastest Growing SegmentAgricultural
Largest MarketNorth America

Increasing Incidences of Plant Diseases

The rising incidences of plant diseases across the globe are expected to significantly fuel the demand for molluscicides. Mollusks, such as snails and slugs, can serve as carriers of various plant pathogens, which in turn can lead to the widespread occurrence of plant diseases. These diseases have the potential to devastate crops and pose a significant threat to global food security. The impact of these plant diseases goes beyond just reducing the yield and quality of crops. They also result in increased costs associated with crop management, creating an economic burden for farmers. In this context, molluscicides, with their specific action against mollusks, are seen as a potent tool in the fight against plant diseases. By effectively controlling the mollusk population, molluscicides can help mitigate the risk of disease transmission to crops.

This becomes especially crucial in the face of changing climatic conditions, which often favor the proliferation of mollusks and subsequently increase the potential for disease spread. The need for effective control measures is further underscored by the anticipated growth of the global molluscicides market. Moreover, awareness campaigns initiated by government bodies and agricultural institutions worldwide play a vital role in emphasizing the importance of pest control for disease prevention and improved crop yield. These campaigns are expected to contribute to the increasing demand for molluscicides in the years to come, as they highlight the significance of implementing proactive measures to safeguard crops and enhance agricultural productivity.

Increasing Demand for Horticulture Across the Globe

The global horticulture sector is experiencing a significant surge in demand, driven by the growing population, shifting dietary patterns, and escalating urbanization. This burgeoning demand for horticultural products is anticipated to boost the use of molluscicides as farmers and horticulturists grapple with the challenge of mollusk infestations in their crops. Mollusks, including snails and slugs, are notorious pests in horticulture, causing substantial damage to a wide variety of vegetables, fruits, and ornamental plants. The application of molluscicides presents an effective strategy to protect these high-value crops, ensuring their quality and yield. In addition, the rise of urban gardening and landscaping is expected to further bolster the molluscicide market as these urban spaces often provide suitable habitats for mollusks. Hence, molluscicides are used not only to maintain the aesthetic value of these landscapes but also to prevent potential mollusk invasions that can pose a serious threat to biodiversity. Furthermore, the increasing emphasis on sustainable farming practices and the use of environmentally friendly pest control solutions, such as bio-molluscicides, is set to propel the molluscicide market. These factors, coupled with supportive government policies and the growing awareness about the benefits of molluscicides, are predicted to enhance the global molluscicide market in response to the escalating demand for horticulture.

Significant Growth in The Agriculture Industry

The agriculture industry has been witnessing remarkable growth in recent years, primarily driven by the increasing demand for food worldwide. In response to this trend, the use of molluscicide sides has become widespread in the cultivation of various crops including fruits, vegetables, cereals, grains, and field crops. These molluscicide sides serve multiple purposes, such as safeguarding foliage and seeds from damage, reducing infestation, boosting production yield, preventing contaminations, and ensuring a successful harvest.

Moreover, molluscicides also play a crucial role in preventing the spread of plant diseases and promoting healthier growth. By adopting precision agriculture technology, farmers can precisely apply molluscicides based on site-specific pest monitoring and mapping. This innovative approach not only improves efficiency but also saves costs, optimizes resources, and prevents overutilization of molluscicide. As a result, the market for molluscicide sides is experiencing significant growth due to the numerous benefits it offers to the agriculture sector.

Extensive Research & Development (R&D) Activities

Molluscicides have witnessed significant advancements in recent years, driven by the goal of enhancing their efficacy, minimizing environmental pollution, and improving ease of use. These innovations have led to the development of bio-based molluscicides, utilizing plant extracts, essential oils, microbial agents, and biopesticides derived from bacteria or fungi. These bio-based solutions specifically target mollusks, promoting market growth. Additionally, the introduction of nanotechnology-based molluscicide formulations has revolutionized the industry. These formulations allow for the targeted release of active ingredients, maximizing efficacy while minimizing environmental exposure. This technological breakthrough has become a key driver for market growth.

Furthermore, the development of bio-rational molluscicides has provided a more sustainable approach. These innovative solutions are designed to target specific biological mechanisms of mollusks, resulting in lower impact on non-targeted organisms and ecosystems. This focus on ecological balance has further fueled the positive growth of the market. Overall, the continuous advancements in molluscicides, including bio-based solutions, nanotechnology-based formulations, and bio-rational approaches, are poised to shape the future of the industry by improving effectiveness, reducing environmental impact, and ensuring long-term sustainability.

Key Market Challenges

Regulatory Restrictions on The Use of Molluscicide Products

Snails and slugs are notorious for causing significant agricultural damage. As a result, farmers employ a range of control measures to combat these pesky creatures. While chemical control solutions are available, they are considered a last resort if other procedures prove to be insufficient. This is due to the high toxicity and disastrous consequences that hazardous pesticides can have on the ecosystem when they infiltrate food systems. For instance, the European Union (EU) has imposed restrictions on the usage of methiocarb slug pellets due to the risks they pose to grain-eating agricultural birds such as sparrows and finches. These restrictions are in place to protect the delicate balance of the ecosystem and ensure the well-being of these avian species.

Another principal slug pellet product utilized is metaldehyde, which is considered an emerging contaminant. It is increasingly being detected in watercourses, often surpassing the EU statutory drinking water limit of 0.1 micro-g L-1 for pesticides. This raises concerns about the potential impact on water quality and the need for stricter regulations to prevent contamination. As farmers strive to find effective and environmentally friendly solutions to combat snails and slugs, the careful consideration of control measures becomes crucial. Balancing the need for pest management with the preservation of the ecosystem is paramount in ensuring sustainable agriculture practices.

Limited Applicability of Molluscicides

The limited applicability of molluscicides, stemming from their specific target organisms, is projected to decrease their global demand. Molluscicides are designed primarily for the eradication or control of mollusks, such as snails and slugs, limiting their efficacy against other pests. Consequently, farmers and pest control companies may opt for more comprehensive pest control solutions that can address a wider range of threats to crops and gardens. Additionally, the use of molluscicides in aquaculture, while effective for mollusk population control, doesn't extend to managing other aquatic pests or diseases that can impact farmed species. This limited scope of application may also lead to decreased uptake in this sector. Furthermore, the increasing prominence of environmentally friendly and sustainable alternatives is expected to further diminish molluscicide demand. Many of these alternatives, such as biological control methods, offer broader applicability and align better with present-day environmental and sustainability goals. Therefore, while molluscicides will still hold importance in specific areas, their limited applicability is anticipated to curb global market growth.

Key Market Trends

Widespread Product Application in The Aquaculture Industry

The rising demand for molluscicides in the aquaculture industry is poised to significantly fuel the global molluscicide market. This surge in demand is largely attributable to the extensive application of these agents in promoting the healthy development of farmed species and controlling the mollusk population in aquaculture facilities such as lakes and ponds. Mollusks often pose a great threat to these facilities, as they cause substantial damage to aquatic organisms and infrastructure. The use of molluscicides helps to effectively mitigate these risks, ensuring the welfare of the farmed species and optimizing the productivity of the facilities. Moreover, the growing global emphasis on sustainable aquaculture, coupled with the increasing demand for high-quality seafood products, is further propelling the use of molluscicides in the industry. These trends are bolstered by the continuous advancements in molluscicide formulations, ensuring effective control with minimal impact on non-target species and the environment. All these factors are collectively fostering the integration of molluscicides in the aquaculture sector, thereby boosting the global demand for these products.

Growing Demand for Natural & Environmental-Friendly Molluscicides

The increasing demand for natural and environmentally-friendly molluscicides is expected to significantly propel the global demand for molluscicides. Conscious consumers are gradually shifting their preferences towards products that do not cause ecological harm, a trend that has not bypassed the realm of pest control. Accordingly, there is a growing interest in molluscicides that are derived from natural sources and do not harm non-target organisms or the environment. Natural molluscicides, like iron phosphates, are perceived as safer alternatives to synthetic products and are particularly appealing to organic farmers and gardeners who are committed to sustainable practices. Moreover, these products are effective against a variety of mollusks, including snails and slugs, without posing risks to humans, pets or wildlife. This versatility further increases their desirability. The rise in organic farming globally, in response to increasing concerns about food safety and quality, is expected to continue driving the demand for natural and environmentally-friendly molluscicides. This trend is further buoyed by supportive government policies promoting sustainable agriculture and integrated pest management strategies. With the mounting pressure to reduce the environmental footprint of agriculture and preserve biodiversity, the prospects for the natural and environmentally-friendly molluscicides market look promising.

Segmental Insights

Type Insights

The global molluscicides market is categorized into chemical molluscicides and biological molluscicides based on type. In 2022, the chemical molluscicides segment held the largest revenue share in the market. The increasing demand for chemical molluscicides has led to a higher utilization of agrochemicals and their application in the cultivation of high-value horticultural crops. Prominent chemical molluscicides include methiocarb, metaldehyde, ferrous phosphate, and others such as metal salts and ferric sodium EDTA. Chemical molluscicides have been widely employed for several decades to control snails and slugs. Manufacturers prefer using efficient chemical molluscicides like copper and iron sulfate. Copper sulfate is particularly effective in controlling grey slug species, while iron sulfate is an environmentally friendly option favoured by certified organic growers for slug management.

On the other hand, the revenue of the biological molluscicides segment is expected to witness significant growth during the forecast period. Increased awareness about the effectiveness of biological molluscicides for crop protection, coupled with a better understanding of the potential for more profitable opportunities with minimal loss, has resulted in the frequent use of slug and snail control agents.

Application Insights

Based on the Application, the global molluscicides market is categorized into agricultural and non-agricultural segments. The agricultural segment is projected to experience significant revenue growth throughout the forecast period. Mollusk species pose a severe threat to crops, leading to substantial agricultural losses. Damage caused by slugs and snails varies depending on the season and year. These destructive pests can cause extensive harm to cereal crops such as oats, wheat, oilseeds, and barley, as well as ornamental plants and vegetables. Mollusks feed on seeds and plants, both above and below the ground, impairing leaves, shoots, flowers, and roots, thereby reducing plant health and crop yields. Consequently, the utilization of molluscicides in agriculture is becoming increasingly widespread to safeguard crops from mollusk infestation, which is anticipated to drive the growth of the global molluscicides market during the forecast period.

Regional Insights

The Asia Pacific market is projected to exhibit the highest compound annual growth rate (CAGR) in the global molluscicides market during the forecast period. The use of molluscicides is expanding in developing countries due to the ongoing expansion of major APAC economies and increasing awareness of their efficacy. Wet-rice cultivation is a prevalent agricultural practice in the APAC region.

In the global molluscicides market, the North America market is anticipated to capture a significant revenue share over the forecast period. The presence of vast agricultural land in the United States is driving the region's demand for molluscicides. North America is known to have a substantial population of snails, which can reproduce multiple times, resulting in the production of 200 to 500 eggs per month and causing substantial crop damage within a short span of time. Farmers are inclined to use molluscicides to combat the detrimental impact of slugs and snails, as their presence leads to a decline in agricultural yield. The increased planting area of crops and rising demand for agrochemicals to combat agricultural pests are driving the market expansion in North America.

Key Market Players

  • Bayer CropScience LLC
  • BASF SE
  • Lonza Group AG
  • American Vanguard Corporation
  • Adama Agricultural Solutions Ltd
  • Syngenta Group
  • UPL Limited
  • Marrone Bio Innovations Inc.
  • PI Industries Ltd.
  • De Sangosse SAS

Report Scope:

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

Molluscicides Market, By Type:

  • Chemical
  • Biological

Molluscicides Market, By Form:

  • Pellets
  • Powder
  • Liquids
  • Gels

Molluscicides Market, By Application:

  • Agricultural
  • Non-Agricultural

Molluscicides 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
  • Kuwait
  • Turkey
  • Egypt

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Table of Contents

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 Molluscicides Market Outlook

  • 5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    • 5.1.1. By Value
  • 5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    • 5.2.1. By Type (Chemical and Biological)
    • 5.2.2. By Form (Pellets, Powder, Liquids and Gels)
    • 5.2.3. By Application (Agricultural and Non-Agricultural)
    • 5.2.4. By Region
    • 5.2.5. By Company (2022)
  • 5.3. Market Map

6. North America Molluscicides 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 Form
    • 6.2.3. By Application
    • 6.2.4. By Country
  • 6.3. North America: Country Analysis
    • 6.3.1. United States Molluscicides 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 Form
        • 6.3.1.2.3. By Application
    • 6.3.2. Canada Molluscicides 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 Form
        • 6.3.2.2.3. By Application
    • 6.3.3. Mexico Molluscicides 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 Form
        • 6.3.3.2.3. By Application

7. Europe Molluscicides 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 Form
    • 7.2.3. By Application
    • 7.2.4. By Country
  • 7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
    • 7.3.1. Germany Molluscicides 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 Form
        • 7.3.1.2.3. By Application
    • 7.3.2. United Kingdom Molluscicides 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 Form
        • 7.3.2.2.3. By Application
    • 7.3.3. Italy Molluscicides Market Outlook
      • 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 7.3.3.1.1. By Value
      • 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecasty
        • 7.3.3.2.1. By Type
        • 7.3.3.2.2. By Form
        • 7.3.3.2.3. By Application
    • 7.3.4. France Molluscicides 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 Form
        • 7.3.4.2.3. By Application
    • 7.3.5. Spain Molluscicides 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 Form
        • 7.3.5.2.3. By Application

8. Asia-Pacific Molluscicides 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 Form
    • 8.2.3. By Application
    • 8.2.4. By Country
  • 8.3. Asia-Pacific: Country Analysis
    • 8.3.1. China Molluscicides 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 Form
        • 8.3.1.2.3. By Application
    • 8.3.2. India Molluscicides 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 Form
        • 8.3.2.2.3. By Application
    • 8.3.3. Japan Molluscicides 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 Form
        • 8.3.3.2.3. By Application
    • 8.3.4. South Korea Molluscicides 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 Form
        • 8.3.4.2.3. By Application
    • 8.3.5. Australia Molluscicides 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 Form
        • 8.3.5.2.3. By Application

9. South America Molluscicides 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 Form
    • 9.2.3. By Application
    • 9.2.4. By Country
  • 9.3. South America: Country Analysis
    • 9.3.1. Brazil Molluscicides 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 Form
        • 9.3.1.2.3. By Application
    • 9.3.2. Argentina Molluscicides 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 Form
        • 9.3.2.2.3. By Application
    • 9.3.3. Colombia Molluscicides 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 Form
        • 9.3.3.2.3. By Application

10. Middle East and Africa Molluscicides 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 Form
    • 10.2.3. By Application
    • 10.2.4. By Country
  • 10.3. MEA: Country Analysis
    • 10.3.1. South Africa Molluscicides 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 Form
        • 10.3.1.2.3. By Application
    • 10.3.2. Saudi Arabia Molluscicides 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 Form
        • 10.3.2.2.3. By Application
    • 10.3.3. UAE Molluscicides 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 Form
        • 10.3.3.2.3. By Application
  • 10.4. Drivers
  • 10.5. Challenges

11. Market Trends & Developments

  • 11.1. Recent Development
  • 11.2. Mergers & Acquisitions
  • 11.3. Product Launches

12. Global Molluscicides Market: SWOT Analysis

13. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

  • 13.1. Competition in the Industry
  • 13.2. Potential of New Entrants
  • 13.3. Power of Suppliers
  • 13.4. Power of Customers
  • 13.5. Threat of Substitute Products

14. Competitive Landscape

  • 14.1. Bayer CropScience LLC
    • 14.1.1. Business Overview
    • 14.1.2. Service Offerings
    • 14.1.3. Recent Developments
    • 14.1.4. Key Personnel
    • 14.1.5. SWOT Analysis
  • 14.2. BASF SE
  • 14.3. Lonza Group AG
  • 14.4. American Vanguard Corporation
  • 14.5. Adama Agricultural Solutions Ltd
  • 14.6. Syngenta Group
  • 14.7. UPL Limited
  • 14.8. Marrone Bio Innovations Inc.
  • 14.9. PI Industries Ltd.
  • 14.10. De Sangosse SAS

15. Strategic Recommendations

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