Indian Micro Irrigation Systems Market Size
Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
Market Size (2024) | USD 0.64 Billion |
Market Size (2029) | USD 1.08 Billion |
CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 11.10 % |
Market Concentration | High |
Major Players*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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Indian Micro Irrigation Systems Market Analysis
The India Micro Irrigation Systems Market size is estimated at USD 0.64 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 1.08 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 11.10% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
- India is an agriculture-dependent country, and agriculture in India is rain-fed. So there is a potential for promoting micro irrigation in the market. Rajasthan is a state with high micro-irrigation adaptability and has a large area under micro-irrigation due to the lack of water resources in the state.
- Furthermore, Indian farmers have been increasingly encouraged to adopt micro-irrigation systems on open fields for efficient water usage and an increase in agricultural yield. The area under open field micro-irrigation is higher than greenhouses in the country. Most of the greenhouses equipped with micro-irrigation in the country are used for horticultural production, with more farmers inclining toward greenhouse cultivation owing to benefits such as year-round production.
- The drip irrigation system dominated the market in 2021, owing to higher subsidies offered by the central and state governments in various states. The maximum adoption of the drip irrigation system is witnessed for fruit crops, followed by plantation crops, in terms of area coverage. Jain Irrigation Systems Limited, Netafim, Avanijal Agri Automation Pvt. Ltd, Agsmartic Technologies Pvt. Ltd, and Flybird Farm Innovations Pvt. Ltd are the most active players in the Indian micro-irrigation systems market. These players are adopting product innovation as their most adopted strategy to have a competitive edge over other players in the market.
Indian Micro Irrigation Systems Market Trends
This section covers the major market trends shaping the India Micro Irrigation Systems Market according to our research experts:
Increase in Greenhouse Cultivation is Driving the Market
- In recent years, the cultivation of flowers and vegetables in greenhouses has emerged as a major alternative to overcome yield issues. As greenhouses ensure year-round production, farmers are showing greater interest in them. The greenhouses in the country are mostly equipped with micro-irrigation systems. Under the greenhouse segment, drip irrigation is the most dominant micro-irrigation system. The revenue from greenhouses also increased in the past few years. For instance, the revenue of greenhouses in 2020 was USD 20.6 million, and it increased to USD 28.5 million in 2021. The increase in the revenue from greenhouses also contributes to the growth of the market.
- Major crops cultivated under greenhouses are leafy vegetables, capsicum, flowers, and tomatoes. Central and state governments in the country are granting subsidies for the construction of greenhouses and for installing micro-irrigation systems. For instance, in the 2021 budget, the Indian government set the target of covering 100 lakh hectares in five years under micro-irrigation. Similarly, in the year 2019-20, about 11 lakh farmers benefited from the adoption of drip and sprinkler irrigation. Thus, increasing intervention of several state governments by providing subsidies, coupled with rising product innovation of major players, is anticipated to drive the market further.
Maharashtra is Dominating the Market
- Maharastra state dominates the Indian market for micro irrigation. The state government urged the central government to allocate more funds under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana (PMKSY) to bring at least 50% of agricultural land under micro-irrigation over the next five years. It also requested the central government to promote micro-irrigation to crops beyond high, water-intensive sugarcane and bananas under the 'More Crop Per Drop' scheme. The financial burden under micro-irrigation was shared by the central and state governments in a ratio of 60:40 for 2019-2020. For instance, the proposed expenditure for micro-irrigation in Maharashtra is INR 653.33 crore (USD 80 million), of which the Central government's share is INR 400 crore (USD 49 million) and the state's share is INR 253.33 crore (USD 31 million).
- Farmers are provided subsidies for the installation of drip irrigation sets and sprinklers in their fields. In terms of acreage, the physical achievement of the state was more under a drip irrigation system. For instance, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, the agriculture land covered under micro-irrigation was 12,908.44 thousand ha, in which the area under drip irrigation was 6,112.05 thousand ha and sprinkler irrigation was 6,796.39 thousand ha in 2021. The sprinkler irrigation system is the most adopted irrigation technology for cultivating maize, pulses, and groundnut. Nearly half of the state's sprinkler irrigation system sales were from these crops. The growing awareness of drip irrigation systems is expected to boost the growth of the market during the forecast period.
- Along with this, the increased partnership of major players with the government is encouraging the micro-irrigation market in the state. For instance, Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd is an Indian agri-business firm offering drip and sprinkler systems, pipes and fittings, plumbing systems, tissue culture, solar products, and integrated drinking water solutions. With government support, the company has set up drip irrigation pilots for sugarcane in Maharashtra. Thus, the increased government support and innovative ideas from the key players are aiding the growth of the market.
Indian Micro Irrigation Systems Industry Overview
The Indian micro irrigation market is majorly consolidated, with top players Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd and Netafim Limited taking up the majority of the market share. Other players include Rivulus Irrigation and Premier Irrigation Adritec.
The most active players in the micro irrigation market are Jain Irrigation Systems and Netafim. They have high competition in capturing the market shares in most of the top agricultural states with high micro irrigation penetration.
Indian Micro Irrigation Systems Market Leaders
Jain Irrigation Systems Limited
Netafim
Kothari Agritech Private Limited
Finolex Plasson Industries Private Limited
Mahindra EPC Industries LTD.
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Indian Micro Irrigation Systems Market News
- June 2022: Jain Irrigation has merged with International Irrigation Business Rivulis to create a global Irrigation and climate leader.
- December 2021: Netafim India, a leading smart irrigation solution provider, has unveiled Flexi Sprinkler Kit, a ground-breaking field crops sprinkler irrigation system. The company claimed that it aims to cover 15,000 hectares of land and reach 15,000 farmers across India by 2022 with the launch of the Flexi Sprinkler Kit.
- August 2021: Rivulis Irrigation India Ltd launched 'Manna,' a satellite-based software solution, to help growers use Rivulis technology efficiently and improve their irrigation and water management.
- May 2021: Netafim Limited launched AlphaDisc Filter, which protects irrigation systems against clogging that is caused by organic contaminants and enables growers to irrigate uniformly, which, in turn, increases productivity.
Indian Micro Irrigation Systems Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Deliverables 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
4.3 Market Restraints
4.4 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
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 By Mechanism Type
5.1.1 Drip irrigation System
5.1.2 Sprinkler Irrigation System
5.1.3 Other Irrigation System
5.2 By Application Type
5.2.1 Field Crops
5.2.2 Plantation Crops
5.2.3 Orchards and Vineyards
5.2.4 Turfs and Ornamentals
5.3 By End Users
5.3.1 Open Field
5.3.2 Greenhouse
5.4 States Analysis
5.4.1 Rajasthan
5.4.2 Maharashtra
5.4.3 Andhra Pradesh & Telangana
5.4.4 Karnataka
5.4.5 Gujarat
5.4.6 Tamil Nadu
5.4.7 Madhya Pradesh
5.4.8 Rest of India
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1 Most Adopted Strategies
6.2 Market Share Analysis
6.3 Company Profiles
6.3.1 Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd
6.3.2 Netafim
6.3.3 Avanijal Agri Automation Pvt. Ltd
6.3.4 Agsmartic Technologies Pvt. Ltd
6.3.5 Kothari Agritech Pvt. Ltd
6.3.6 Finolex Plasson Industries Pvt. Ltd
6.3.7 Blurain
6.3.8 Ecoflo India
6.3.9 Niagara Automation & Company
6.3.10 Galcon
6.3.11 Flybird Farm Innovations Pvt. Ltd
6.3.11.1 Mahindra EPC Industries Ltd
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
Indian Micro Irrigation Systems Industry Segmentation
Micro irrigation can be defined as the application of water at low volume and frequent intervals under low pressure to plant root zone. The water is irrigated through drippers, sprinklers, foggers, and other emitters on the surface or subsurface of the land. The report identifies the situation of the micro irrigation market in India and predicts the growth of various segments in the sector. In the report, the sectors taken into consideration are mechanism, application, end-users, and states.
The Indian micro irrigation systems market is segmented by Mechanism (drip irrigation system, sprinkler irrigation system, and others), application (field crops, plantation crops, orchards and vineyards, and turfs and ornamentals), end users (open field and greenhouse), and states. The report offers market sizing in terms of value in USD million.
By Mechanism Type | |
Drip irrigation System | |
Sprinkler Irrigation System | |
Other Irrigation System |
By Application Type | |
Field Crops | |
Plantation Crops | |
Orchards and Vineyards | |
Turfs and Ornamentals |
By End Users | |
Open Field | |
Greenhouse |
States Analysis | |
Rajasthan | |
Maharashtra | |
Andhra Pradesh & Telangana | |
Karnataka | |
Gujarat | |
Tamil Nadu | |
Madhya Pradesh | |
Rest of India |
Indian Micro Irrigation Systems Market Research FAQs
How big is the India Micro Irrigation Systems Market?
The India Micro Irrigation Systems Market size is expected to reach USD 0.64 billion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 11.10% to reach USD 1.08 billion by 2029.
What is the current India Micro Irrigation Systems Market size?
In 2024, the India Micro Irrigation Systems Market size is expected to reach USD 0.64 billion.
Who are the key players in India Micro Irrigation Systems Market?
Jain Irrigation Systems Limited, Netafim, Kothari Agritech Private Limited , Finolex Plasson Industries Private Limited and Mahindra EPC Industries LTD. are the major companies operating in the India Micro Irrigation Systems Market.
What years does this India Micro Irrigation Systems Market cover, and what was the market size in 2023?
In 2023, the India Micro Irrigation Systems Market size was estimated at USD 573.92 million. The report covers the India Micro Irrigation Systems Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the India Micro Irrigation Systems Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
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