Agriculture Industry Today
Agricultural Film Market to Reach USD 18 Billion by 2035 Driven by Rising Demand for Crop Protection Solutions
Market Overview
In 2024, the global Agricultural Film Market was valued at 10.47 USD Billion, a strong foundation built on its broad utility in farming applications. projects it will grow to 18 USD Billion by 2035, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.0% from 2025 through 2035.
As the world confronts the twin pressures of feeding a growing population and doing so sustainably, one unsung hero is quietly playing a pivotal role: agricultural stretch film. According to the latest research from, this segment of the agricultural plastics industry is on a steady upward trajectory, offering both value and promise for the next decade.
Why the Surge?
- Versatile Applications Driving Demand
- The stretch film market isn’t limited to one niche — it cuts across multiple functions. highlights three major applications:
- Greenhouse Covering: Already commanding a large share, this use-case is expected to continue driving growth, as controlled-environment agriculture becomes more widespread.
- Silage Wrapping: As livestock and dairy production intensifies globally, preserving forage quality remains critical. Agricultural stretch films help by sealing and protecting silage, improving shelf life.
- Palletizing: For transport and storage of harvested crops, pallet wrap ensures stability and reduces spoilage — a practical logistics solution in modern farming.
- Material and Innovation Trends
- The backbone of the stretch film market is polyethylene, long favored for its flexibility and cost-efficiency. But also sees a rising trend: recycled plastics. This shift aligns with global sustainability goals, offering a way to reduce waste and close the loop on plastic usage.
Meanwhile, innovations in film technology — such as multi-layer (co-extruded) structures — are helping producers offer stronger, more efficient films for different farming needs.
- Thickness Innovation
- Thickness of the stretch film plays a key role in performance. The report segments thickness into three bands: below 15 microns; 15-25 microns; and above 25 microns.
- Very thin films (below 15 µm) are prized for being lightweight and flexible — ideal for covering delicate crops.
- Middle-range films (15–25 µm) strike a balance between durability and utility.
- Thicker films (above 25 µm) provide robustness for re-use or for more demanding applications.
- Regional Growth Dynamics
- From a geographical standpoint, North America currently leads the stretch film market, with a 2024 valuation of USD 650 million, and is forecast to grow further to USD 900 million by 2035.
- At the same time, Asia-Pacific shows strong momentum, driven by modernization in agriculture, rising adoption of greenhouse farming, and increased investment in smart farming technologies.
Key Companies Profiled
Dow, Coveris, Plastika Kritis, Uflex, Berry Global, Sidaplax, Trioplast, Novamont, BASF, Kuraray, AEP Industries, SABIC, Vikram Plastic, RKW Group, Mitsui Chemical, Agriplast
Sustainability: More Than Just a Buzzword
Sustainability is more than good optics — it’s rapidly becoming a business imperative. The rise of recycled materials in the agricultural film market, along with innovations in production, suggest that environmental concerns are increasingly aligning with commercial opportunity. Points out that the shift toward recycled plastic for film production is not just helping in reducing waste, but also offering cost benefits in the long run.
This is particularly relevant for farmers and agribusinesses under pressure to reduce their carbon footprint, minimize plastic waste, and adopt circular economy practices.
What’s Next? Key Opportunities
- Scaling Recycling: As demand for recycled films rises, there’s an opening for companies to scale up collection and reprocessing of post-consumer and post-industrial plastics.
- Product Innovation: Multi-layer co-extruded films and bio-based compostable alternatives could redefine stretch film performance.
- Emerging Markets: Regions such as Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and parts of Africa hold vast potential for adoption, especially with investments in greenhouse farming and modern agri-infrastructure.
- Partnerships & Policy: Partnerships between film producers and recycling/collection firms — combined with favorable regulatory frameworks — could accelerate adoption of sustainable films.
In Conclusion
The global agricultural stretch film market, as detailed by WiseGuyReports, is not just growing — it’s evolving. With a projected increase from USD 2,068 million in 2024 to USD 3,200 million by 2035 at a steady CAGR of 4%, the market’s trajectory underscores its critical role in modern agriculture.
Table of Contents
SECTION I: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY AND KEY HIGHLIGHTS
SECTION II: SCOPING, METHODOLOGY AND MARKET STRUCTURE
SECTION III: QUALITATIVE ANALYSIS
SECTION IV: QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS
SECTION V: COMPETITIVE ANALYSIS ........
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