Market Trends of German Biopesticides Industry
This section covers the major market trends shaping the German Biopesticides Market according to our research experts:
Increased Practice of Organic Farming
According to Food and Agricultural Organization, Germany has emerged as one of the largest markets in organic products. The increased demand for organic products due to the health benefits in them has enhanced the market. People prefer product with less chemicals and to produce such products farmers should use biopesticides for better productivity. This acted as a primary reason for the increased are under organic farming in Germany. The federal structure of Germany has allocated different rules in different regions regarding organic farming. The ardent support from Government for the promotion of organic farming using biopesticides has encouraged farmers to shift from normal farming to new techniques of farming. Increased concern about the environment has paved way for the use of biopesticides instead of normal pesticides which tend to damage the natural pest controls mechanisms of crops. The spending of government towards brio control products have promoted the use of such products among people.
Regulatory framework promoting biopesticides
Pesticides play an important role in agricultural production by preventing disease and infestation of crops. But certain synthetic pesticides used for the protection of crops tend to be harmful for humans and environment. Pesticides enter the soil through leaching or run-off and reach groundwaters, making it dangerous to humans. These chemicals from fruits and vegetables can also cause various health hazards to humans like cancer. To control the use of these chemical pesticides, European Union has devised certain rules and regulations. According to the objectives of 7th Environment Action Programme, plant protection products like pesticides should not have nay harmful effects on human health and environment. The reduction in sale of pesticides from 2016 to 2018 is a positive impact on this policy. The decision to completely ban the use of glyphosate by 2023 will also promote the use of biopesticides by larger population.
