What Are The Agrochemicals? What Are Their Advantages And Disadvantages?
Agrochemicals include pesticides, fertilizers, soil
conditioners, and other chemicals used for agricultural and non-agricultural
activities as well. They have a major role in enhancing food & fiber
production, besides land management. Pesticides including insecticides,
herbicides, and others protect crops from possible diseases, weeds, and pests.
Many agrochemicals are toxic may pose significant risks to health and
environment and their use is therefore highly regulated across countries.
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The agrochemicals market is anticipated to grow in the forecast period owing to an upsurge in demands for bio based agrochemicals coupled with growing food demands to feed the growing population. Shrinkage of agricultural land and increasing adoption of genetically modified crops for increased yield further propel market growth. However, the agrochemical market suffers from increased food safety & quality concerns among consumers. Burgeoning R&D costs and strict environmental and regulatory constraints restrict market growth. The market is likely to showcase opportunities for the untapped markets and growing awareness among people.
Leading Players In Agrochemicals Industry
- BASF SE
- Bayer
CropScience Limited
- CF
Industries Holdings, Inc.
- E. I. du
Pont de Nemours and Company
- ICL
- Monsanto
Company
- Nutrien Ltd.
- Syngenta
- The Mosaic
Company
- Yara

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