Agro Textile Market Size, Share, By Product Type (Shade Nets, Mulch mats, Fishing nets, Anti-hail nets and bird protection nets, and others (Harvesting Nets, Crop Covers, Plant Nets, Root Ball Nets, Pallet Net Covers, Leno Bags, and Windshield Nets)), By Application (Agriculture, Aquaculture, Floriculture & Horticulture, and Others (Animal Husbandry and Agro Engineering Related Application)), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa) - Trends, Analysis, and Forecast till 2032

Agro Textile Market accounted for USD 11.8 billion in 2022 and is estimated to be USD 18.9 billion by 2032 and is anticipated to register a CAGR of 6.2%.

Agro textiles are textile products made for agricultural functionality, made by synthetic fibers and natural fibers. However, synthetic fiber is mostly preferred in the market due to its high strength, durability, and other suitable properties for agricultural use. Such as protection from insects, light or hail, lightness, bio-degradability, resistance to microorganisms, and high water retention capacity. Agro textile market is expected to grow at exponential rate, due to increasing population and rising demand for organic food.  Further, various government are also providing subsidiaries for Agro textile in grow SMEs in the country. 

Rising demand for vegetables and fruits

Rising demand for vegetables and fruits across the globe is another factor driving the growth of the target market during the forecast period, as fruits and vegetables are essential in the diet and are in high demand among consumers due to their nutritional value, thus increasing the demand for fruit and vegetable coatings globally. Agricultural textiles help to improve crop quality and increase overall productivity, which is expected to drive industry growth during the forecast period.

Advancements in Biotechnology

Moreover, advancements in biotechnology have changed and developed traditional farming practices with a more scientific approach which has fueled the growth of the target market. Due to the high demand for food crops, farmers are turning to productivity-enhancing measures, fueling target market growth.                                                                       

Focus on research and development activities

Recent technological advancements have favored the tremendous development of goods for manufacturers and emerged as an opportunity for the agro textile market. As the area under protected cultivation increases, research and development activities focus on producing different types of textiles by adding various properties such as fluorescent UV ray protection, NIR blocking, and ultra-thermal.

Hence, advancements in technology, such as drip farming, soil washing, and providing aeration to crops, are expected to bring potential opportunities for the growth of the agro textile market. Manufacturers are now also involved in the agro textile market developing advanced versions of their products due to new age technological advancements.

Restraints of the Agro Textile Market:

Factors such as the volatility of raw materials and the cascading effect of taxes affecting sales of agro-textile products are further hindering the development of the global agro-textile market, and fluctuating cost of raw materials depending on the market also acts as a deterrent factor.

The Agro Textile Market is segmented based on type, product type, fiber, application, and region.

Agro Textile Market, By Type

On the basis of type, the Agro Textile Market is segmented into Weaving and Woven, Nonwoven, and Knitting. The woven agro textile segment led the global industry in 2021 which accounted for more than 48% of the total revenue. As the fabric is used in various applications, such as impact protection in wind control, hail protection, and bird netting.

Agro Textile Market, By Product Type

On the basis of product type, the Agro Textile Market is segmented into Shade Nets, Mulch mats, Fishing nets, Anti-hail nets and bird protection nets, and others (Harvesting Nets, Crop Covers, Plant Nets, Root Ball Nets, Pallet Net Covers, Leno Bags, and Windshield Nets). Finishing Nets segment shows significant share over the global market in 2021, leading the industry and accounting for more than 54.5% of total revenue. 

Agro Textile Market, By Fibers

On the basis of fibers, the target market is classified into Polyester, Nylon, Polyethylene, Jute, Polypropylene, Wool, and Polyolefin. Increasing demand for polyethylene in Asia Pacific region due to its use in consumer products is expected to drive the growth of the textile market.

Agro Textile Market, By Material

On the basis of fibers, the target market is classified into Synthetic, Natural, On the basis of fiber, synthetic fiber has dominate segment of agro-textile market.

Agro Textile Market, By Application

On the basis of application, the agro-textile market is fragmented into Agriculture, Aquaculture, Floriculture & Horticulture, and Others (Animal Husbandry and Agro Engineering Related Application. On the basis of application, aquaculture accounts for the significant market share, as aquaculture is conducted by rural farmers in developing nations to supply food.

Regional Insights:

On the basis of region, the agro-textile market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa.

Asia Pacific accounts for the largest market share in terms of revenue. This is due to rising demand for food crops; as the world's population grows. In agriculture production, India holds the record for the second most significant agricultural land in the world, with around 60% of rural Indian households living from agriculture.   

North America is expected to see significant growth over the forecast period due to increased farming of meat for shellfish and rising domestic consumption of seafood. This is also attributed to the increasing deployment of aquaculture in the U.S. on account of favorable government support.

Over the forecast period, Europe is projected to witness stagnant growth in the agriculture textiles market. This is due to favorable government regulations regarding the reusability of polymers and bio-based products.

Segments Covered in the Report:

This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends and opportunities in each of the sub-segments from 2022 to 2032. For the purpose of this study, has segmented the Agro Textile Market report based on type, Product type, fiber, application, and region:

Agro Textile Market, By Type:

• Weaving and Woven
• Nonwoven
• Knitting 

Agro Textile Market, By Product Type:

• Shade Nets
• Mulch mats
• Fishing nets
• Anti-hail nets
• Bird protection nets
• Others (Harvesting Nets, Crop Covers, Plant Nets, Root Ball Nets, Pallet Net Covers, Leno Bags, and Windshield Nets)

Agro Textile Market, By Fiber:

• Polyester
• Nylon
• Polyethylene
• Jute
• Polypropylene
• Wool
• Polyolefin

Agro Textile Market, By Material:

• Synthetic
• Natural

Agro Textile Market, By Application:

• Agriculture
• Aquaculture
• Floriculture & Horticulture
• Others

Agro Textile Market, By Region:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Russia
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East & Africa
  • GCC
  • Israel
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa

The key players operating the Agro Textile Market includes, SRF Limited, Gareware-Wall Ropes Ltd., B&V Agro Irrigation Co, Beaulieu Technical Textiles S.A, Meyabond industry & Trading Co., Ltd., Rishi TechTex Ltd., Belton Industries, Inc., Diatex Co Ltd., Neo Corp International Limited, CTM Agro Textiles Ltd.

• In February 2023, Roswell Textiles announced the full commercial launch of Ecofuse, a plant-based low-carbon nonwoven material, along with more sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives.

• SRF Limited
• Gareware-Wall Ropes Ltd.
• B&V Agro Irrigation Co
• Beaulieu Technical Textiles S.A
• Meyabond industry & Trading Co., Ltd.
• Rishi TechTex Ltd.
• Belton Industries, Inc.
• Diatex Co Ltd.
• Neo Corp International Limited
• CTM Agro Textiles Ltd.