Plant Growth Regulators Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Plant Growth Regulators Market Report is Segmented by Type (Cytokinins, Auxins, Gibberellins, and Other Types), Application (Crop-Based and Non-Crop-Based), and Geography (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and Africa). The Report Offers Market Size and Forecasts Regarding Value (USD) and Volume (metric Tons) for the Above-Mentioned Segments.

Plant Growth Regulators Market Size

Plant Growth Regulators Market Summary

Plant Growth Regulators Market Analysis

The Plant Growth Regulators Market size is estimated at USD 2.85 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 4.29 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 8.5% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

The plant growth regulator (PGR) market is experiencing significant growth due to increasing demand for fruits and vegetables, global population expansion, and environmental factors affecting agricultural productivity. Consumer preference for healthy and nutrient-rich diets has increased the demand for fresh produce. According to FAOSTATS, the global harvested area of fruits increased to 68.1 million hectares in 2023 from 67.9 million hectares in 2022. Similarly, the harvested area of vegetables increased to 59.1 million hectares from 58.7 million hectares in 2022. This has prompted farmers to adopt advanced agricultural practices, including the use of PGRs, to enhance crop quality and productivity. Additionally, the demand for fruits and vegetables is further fueled by the rise of organic farming, where natural PGRs are preferred to improve crop growth without relying on synthetic chemicals.

Population growth significantly influences market expansion. The United Nations projects the global population to reach approximately 9.7 billion by 2050, requiring a 70% increase in food production. This demographic trend necessitates maximizing yield from limited arable land, making PGRs essential for improving crop efficiency and reducing post-harvest losses. Environmental factors, including climate change and soil degradation, drive PGR adoption. Unpredictable weather patterns, prolonged droughts, and declining soil fertility affect agricultural productivity globally. PGRs help address these challenges by enhancing plant resilience under adverse conditions. Gibberellins promote flowering in unfavorable climates, while cytokinins improve water retention in drought-prone areas.

Government initiatives supporting sustainable agriculture and investments in agricultural research have created favorable conditions for market growth. In 2022, Italy implemented the 'Organic Made in Italy' label and developed a national strategy to strengthen its position in international markets and establish global policies for organic agriculture development. The growing emphasis on food security and efficient resource utilization has positioned PGRs as an essential tool for modern cereal farming. With continued advancements in sustainable agricultural practices and regulatory support, the application of PGRs is anticipated to drive significant market growth in the coming years.

Plant Growth Regulators Industry Overview

The market is consolidated, with few players occupying the larger share globally. The major players in the market are BASF SE, Bayer Crop Science, Syngenta, UPL Ltd, and Corteva Agriscience. The market players are keen on launching new crop-targeted products, especially in the fruit and vegetable sector. Acquisitions and mergers, investment in R&D are some of the main strategies adopted by MNCs for effective penetration into the market.

Plant Growth Regulators Market Leaders

  1. BASF SE

  2. Bayer Crop Science

  3. Corteva Agriscience

  4. UPL Limited

  5. Syngenta Group

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Plant Growth Regulators Market Concentration
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Plant Growth Regulators Market News

  • August 2023: AMVAC, a global agricultural technology solutions company, expanded its product portfolio by introducing Mandolin, a plant growth regulator formulated for citrus fruits. The product received EPA registration in California for use on mandarins (including tangerines, tangelos, tangors, and clementines) and oranges.
  • March 2023: Sumitomo Chemical India Ltd., a subsidiary of Sumitomo Chemicals, launched its plant growth regulator Promalin in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. The product is available in 1-liter and 500-ml packages across Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Jammu & Kashmir for apple cultivation.
  • June 2022: Valent Canada Inc. and Nufarm Agriculture Inc. have extended their distribution arrangement in Canada for additional five years. The Valent-Nufarm collaboration has been operating in Canada since 2011, supplying a broad range of plant growth regulators through Nufarm's established distribution channels.

Plant Growth Regulators Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Defintion
  • 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 Shift Toward Sustainable and Organic Farming Practice
    • 4.2.2 Growing Demand for High-Quality Fruits and Vegetables
    • 4.2.3 Government Support and Initiatives
  • 4.3 Market Restraints
    • 4.3.1 High Cost of Bio-Based PGRs
    • 4.3.2 Lack of Awareness
  • 4.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
    • 4.4.3 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.4.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 5.1 Type
    • 5.1.1 Cytokinins
    • 5.1.2 Auxins
    • 5.1.3 Gibberlins
    • 5.1.4 Other Types
  • 5.2 Application
    • 5.2.1 Crop-based
    • 5.2.1.1 Grains and Cereals
    • 5.2.1.2 Pulses and Oilseeds
    • 5.2.1.3 Fruits and Vegetables
    • 5.2.1.4 Turf and Ornamentals
    • 5.2.1.5 Other Crops
    • 5.2.2 Non-crop-based
    • 5.2.2.1 Turf and Ornamental Grass
    • 5.2.2.2 Other Applications
  • 5.3 Geography
    • 5.3.1 North America
    • 5.3.1.1 United States
    • 5.3.1.2 Canada
    • 5.3.1.3 Mexico
    • 5.3.1.4 Rest of North America
    • 5.3.2 Europe
    • 5.3.2.1 Spain
    • 5.3.2.2 United Kingdom
    • 5.3.2.3 France
    • 5.3.2.4 Germany
    • 5.3.2.5 Italy
    • 5.3.2.6 Russia
    • 5.3.2.7 Rest of Europe
    • 5.3.3 Asia-Pacific
    • 5.3.3.1 China
    • 5.3.3.2 Japan
    • 5.3.3.3 India
    • 5.3.3.4 Thailand
    • 5.3.3.5 Australia
    • 5.3.3.6 Rest of Asia-Pacific
    • 5.3.4 South America
    • 5.3.4.1 Brazil
    • 5.3.4.2 Argentina
    • 5.3.4.3 Rest of South America
    • 5.3.5 Africa
    • 5.3.5.1 South Africa
    • 5.3.5.2 Rest of Africa

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Most Adopted Competitor Strategies
  • 6.2 Market Share Analysis
  • 6.3 Company Profiles
    • 6.3.1 BASF SE
    • 6.3.2 Bayer Crop Science
    • 6.3.3 Corteva Agriscience
    • 6.3.4 FMC Corporation
    • 6.3.5 Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd
    • 6.3.6 UPL
    • 6.3.7 Syngenta Group
    • 6.3.8 Dhanuka Agritech Ltd.
    • 6.3.9 Godrej Agrovet Limited
    • 6.3.10 PI Industries
  • *List Not Exhaustive

7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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Plant Growth Regulators Industry Segmentation

Plant growth regulators are chemical compounds other than nutrients that modify a plant's physiological processes. The Plant Growth Regulators Market is Segmented by Type (Cytokinins, Auxins, Gibberellins, and Other types), Application (Crop-based and Non-crop-based), and Geography (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and Africa). The report offers market size and forecasts regarding value (USD) and volume (metric tons) for the above-mentioned segments. 

Type Cytokinins
Auxins
Gibberlins
Other Types
Application Crop-based Grains and Cereals
Pulses and Oilseeds
Fruits and Vegetables
Turf and Ornamentals
Other Crops
Non-crop-based Turf and Ornamental Grass
Other Applications
Geography North America United States
Canada
Mexico
Rest of North America
Europe Spain
United Kingdom
France
Germany
Italy
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific China
Japan
India
Thailand
Australia
Rest of Asia-Pacific
South America Brazil
Argentina
Rest of South America
Africa South Africa
Rest of Africa
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Plant Growth Regulators Market Research FAQs

How big is the Plant Growth Regulators Market?

The Plant Growth Regulators Market size is expected to reach USD 2.85 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 8.5% to reach USD 4.29 billion by 2030.

What is the current Plant Growth Regulators Market size?

In 2025, the Plant Growth Regulators Market size is expected to reach USD 2.85 billion.

Who are the key players in Plant Growth Regulators Market?

BASF SE, Bayer Crop Science, Corteva Agriscience, UPL Limited and Syngenta Group are the major companies operating in the Plant Growth Regulators Market.

Which is the fastest growing region in Plant Growth Regulators Market?

Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).

Which region has the biggest share in Plant Growth Regulators Market?

In 2025, the Europe accounts for the largest market share in Plant Growth Regulators Market.

What years does this Plant Growth Regulators Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Plant Growth Regulators Market size was estimated at USD 2.61 billion. The report covers the Plant Growth Regulators Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Plant Growth Regulators Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

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