Asia Pacific Agricultural Films Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Asia-Pacific agricultural films market size will be worth USD 10.78 billion by 2030, growing at 7.50% CAGR from 2025 to 2030, driven by the dominance of the greenhouse segment in the region, along with government support and expanding controlled cultivation in India. Key industry players include BASF SE, Berry Global Inc., Plastika Kritis SA, ExxonMobil Chemical, and RKW Group.

Asia-Pacific Agricultural Films Market Size

Asia-Pacific Agricultural Films Market Summary
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Asia-Pacific Agricultural Films Market Analysis

The Asia-Pacific Agricultural Films Market size is estimated at USD 7.51 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 10.78 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 7.5% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

Agricultural films, specifically mulch films, enhance crop production efficiency in the Asia-Pacific region through multiple mechanisms: weed growth prevention, soil temperature and humidity regulation, and protection of vulnerable crops from insect infestations and adverse weather conditions. These films optimize fertilizer and insecticide effectiveness, thereby reducing application requirements and operational costs. Research conducted in Shangsanqi Village, China, established a quantifiable correlation between mulch film implementation and increased emergence rates in maize and cotton cultivation. The investigation evaluated three distinct mulch film variants against control conditions using bare soil. Results demonstrated that all three mulch film applications produced substantially higher crop emergence rates compared to untreated soil, with consistent performance across all film variants.

The extensive deployment of greenhouses facilitates protected cultivation, effectively reducing pest infestations while minimizing environmental impact. According to the Caribbean Agricultural Research and Development Institute, China represents over 80% of the global greenhouse area. This substantial greenhouse coverage drives the demand for greenhouse films, particularly biodegradable variants, attributed to regional labor shortages. World Bank data indicates that agricultural labor participation in China decreased from 22.7% in 2022 to 22.3% in 2023. The concurrent trends of labor shortages and expanding greenhouse coverage in the region contribute to market growth.

The increasing consumer preference for biodegradable films propels market growth, driven by heightened environmental consciousness. Market expansion continues through technological advancements in film properties, including ultraviolet (UV) blocking, NIR blocking, fluorescent, and ultra-thermic capabilities.

The Asia-Pacific agricultural films market is propelled by extensive greenhouse vegetable cultivation and heightened emphasis on high-value, export-oriented fruit and vegetable production. The region represents approximately 50% of the global greenhouse vegetable cultivation area. In Indonesia and other regional markets, agricultural films serve essential functions in greenhouse construction and mulching applications, particularly in vegetable cultivation. The ongoing expansion of greenhouse-based fruit and vegetable production across the Asia-Pacific region indicates sustained growth in agricultural film demand.

Asia-Pacific Agricultural Films Industry Overview

The Asia Pacific Agricultural film market is highly fragmented with many players competing in the market. Some of the players in this region include BASF SE, Berry Global Inc., Plastika Kritis SA, ExxonMobil Chemical, and RKW Group, etc. These players are using strategies like mergers and acquisitions, and partnerships to stimulate major market share. Companies are demonstrating operational agility through vertical integration of raw material production and distribution networks while expanding manufacturing capabilities across multiple geographies. Strategic moves in the agricultural film industry are primarily centered around developing bio-based alternatives, enhancing recycling capabilities, and establishing partnerships for technological advancement.  

Asia-Pacific Agricultural Films Market Leaders

  1. BASF SE

  2. Berry Global Inc.

  3. Plastika Kritis SA

  4. ExxonMobil Chemical

  5. RKW Group

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Asia-Pacific Agricultural Films Market News

  • July 2024: BASF introduced Tinuvin NOR 211 AR to assist film producers and converters in addressing the challenges of plasticulture, which involves the use of plastic materials in agricultural applications. This product provides an effective solution for agricultural plastics exposed to high levels of UV radiation, thermal stress, and inorganic chemicals frequently used in crop management and disinfection processes.
  • June 2024: RKW Group partnered with Dow Chemical Company to launch two new grades of resins under Dow's Revoloop recycled plastic resin product line, including a resin containing up to 100% post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic.

Asia-Pacific Agricultural Films Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumption and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Market Drivers
    • 4.2.1 Increasing Harvested Area of Greenhouse Produce
    • 4.2.2 Growing Use of Mulch Films in Agriculture
    • 4.2.3 Innovations by Major Players
  • 4.3 Market Restraints
    • 4.3.1 High Initial Investment
    • 4.3.2 Adverse Effects of Plastics on Environment
  • 4.4 Porters Five Force Analysis
    • 4.4.1 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
    • 4.4.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.4.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 5.1 Type
    • 5.1.1 Low-Density Polyethylene
    • 5.1.2 Linear Low-Density Polyethylene
    • 5.1.3 High-Density Polyethylene
    • 5.1.4 Ethyl Vinyl Acetate (EVA)/Ethylene Butyl Acrylate (EBA)
    • 5.1.5 Other Types
  • 5.2 Application
    • 5.2.1 Greenhouse
    • 5.2.2 Silage
    • 5.2.3 Mulching
    • 5.2.4 Other Applications
  • 5.3 Geography
    • 5.3.1 China
    • 5.3.2 India
    • 5.3.3 Japan
    • 5.3.4 Rest of Asia Pacific

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Most Adopted Strategy
  • 6.2 Market Share Analysis
  • 6.3 Company Profiles
    • 6.3.1 BASF SE
    • 6.3.2 Berry Global Inc.
    • 6.3.3 Plastika Kritis SA
    • 6.3.4 ExxonMobil Chemical
    • 6.3.5 RKW Group
    • 6.3.6 Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd.
    • 6.3.7 Growflex Polyfilms LLP
    • 6.3.8 XINJIANG RIVAL TECH CO.,LTD
    • 6.3.9 GreenPro Ventures Pvt. Ltd.
  • *List Not Exhaustive

7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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Asia-Pacific Agricultural Films Industry Segmentation

Agricultural films are the materials used extensively for soil protection, greenhouse farming, and mulching. The benefits derived include reduced soil erosion and compaction, temperature control, nutrient conservation, seed germination, weed control, and protection against UV rays, among others. The Asia Pacific Agricultural Films Market is segmented by Type (Low-Density Polyethylene, Linear Low-Density Polyethylene, High-Density Polyethylene, Ethyl Vinyl Acetate (EVA)/Ethylene Butyl Acrylate (EBA), and Other Types), Application (Greenhouse, Silage, Mulching, and Other Applications), and Geography (China, India, Japan, Australia, and Rest of Asia Pacific). The Report Offers Market Size and Forecasts in Terms of Value in (USD) for all the Above Segments. 

Type Low-Density Polyethylene
Linear Low-Density Polyethylene
High-Density Polyethylene
Ethyl Vinyl Acetate (EVA)/Ethylene Butyl Acrylate (EBA)
Other Types
Application Greenhouse
Silage
Mulching
Other Applications
Geography China
India
Japan
Rest of Asia Pacific
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Asia-Pacific Agricultural Films Market Research FAQs

How big is the Asia-Pacific Agricultural Films Market?

The Asia-Pacific Agricultural Films Market size is expected to reach USD 7.51 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 7.5% to reach USD 10.78 billion by 2030.

What is the current Asia-Pacific Agricultural Films Market size?

In 2025, the Asia-Pacific Agricultural Films Market size is expected to reach USD 7.51 billion.

Who are the key players in Asia-Pacific Agricultural Films Market?

BASF SE, Berry Global Inc., Plastika Kritis SA, ExxonMobil Chemical and RKW Group are the major companies operating in the Asia-Pacific Agricultural Films Market.

What years does this Asia-Pacific Agricultural Films Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Asia-Pacific Agricultural Films Market size was estimated at USD 6.95 billion. The report covers the Asia-Pacific Agricultural Films Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Asia-Pacific Agricultural Films Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

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Asia Pacific Agricultural Films Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)