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Pathogen or Plant Disease Detection and Monitoring Market is Growing at a CAGR of 9.68%- BIS Research

The global plant disease detection and monitoring market is expanding due to substantial crop yield losses and a financial burden of USD 70 billion from invasive pests. Projected to grow at a 9.68% CAGR from 2023 to 2028, reaching $3.03 billion, the industry responds to the rising demand for food security. Innovations in detection methods, such as biosensors and nanotechnology, offer swift and cost-effective on-site diagnostics. The market is segmented by applications, products, and regions, with key players like Abingdon Health and Planet Labs. Challenges include traditional molecular technique limitations, while opportunities arise from point-of-care diagnostics and integrated devices.
Published 29 December 2023

Plant diseases lead to substantial decreases in annual crop yields, invasive pests contribute to a financial burden of USD 70 billion, and a decline in biodiversity. This economic strain has generated a significant need for tools and technologies to detect and monitor plant diseases and pathogens. The worldwide industry for detecting and monitoring plant diseases or pathogens is projected to experience a CAGR of 9.68% from 2023 to 2028, reaching a value of $3.03 billion by 2028, up from $1.76 billion in 2022. 

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Market Analysis: Trends, Data, and Growth Projections  

The market's growth for detecting and monitoring plant diseases is anticipated to arise from a rising need for food security and quality, particularly in developing nations. These countries grapple with substantial losses in crop production and encounter challenges in post-harvest management due to plant diseases. Innovations in detection methods, including biosensors, point-of-care devices, remote sensing, and nanotechnology, provide swift, dependable, and cost-effective solutions for on-the-spot diagnostic applications in the field. 

BIS Research, a leading market research firm, has released a report titled- Pathogen or Plant Disease Detection and Monitoring Market, which discusses the challenges, growth factors, and future opportunities driving the remarkable growth of the pathogen or plant disease detection and monitoring market. The detailed study is a compilation of 9 market data tables and 26 figures spread across 137 pages.  

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Key Players and Market Segments  

Some major companies operating in the global pathogen or plant disease detection and monitoring market are:    

  • Abingdon Health 
  • Planet Labs PBC 
  • Agdia, Inc. 
  • BIOREBA AG 
  • Creative Diagnostics 
  • Drone Ag 
  • Libelium Comunicaciones Distribuidas S.L. 
  • Dronegy 
  • Ceres Imaging 
  • Agricolus 
  • FIXAR-AERO, LLC 
  • GeoPard Agriculture 

The pathogen and plant disease detection and monitoring market is categorized based on applications, products, and regions. In terms of applications, it distinguishes between open-field and controlled-environment scenarios. It utilizes tools such as the LAMP-PCR kit for on-site detection in outdoor settings and CRISPR technology for precise identification in indoor agriculture. 

In the product segment, various offerings include diagnostic kits for molecular detection, incorporating recent advances in nanotechnology and biosensors. Digital solutions leverage cutting-edge technologies for real-time monitoring, while laboratory services combine established techniques like PCR and microscopy with modern innovations such as blockchain to enhance traceability. 

Geographically, the market spans North America, Europe, China, Asia-Pacific, South America, the Middle East, and Africa. Each region is influenced by factors such as demand for food security, technological advancements, compliance with international trade regulations, and the necessity for climate-resilient detection methods.  


Market Drivers, Challenges, and Opportunities  

The expansion of the pathogen and plant disease detection and monitoring market is propelled by increased fungicide usage, the development of novel fungicides, and the necessity to address fungicide resistance. This market plays a crucial role in providing tools for swift and accurate diagnosis of fungal diseases and resistance status in the field, incorporating diverse methods for sustainable fungal disease control amid growing resistance threats. 

Factors such as climate change, global food trade, and pathogen evolution contribute to the escalating prevalence of plant diseases, highlighting the need for robust surveillance. Key technologies, including disease sensors, high-throughput sequencing, predictive modeling, and data analytics, result from interdisciplinary collaborations in plant pathology, precision agriculture, genetic diversity, and microbial interactions. 

Market challenges involve the limitations of traditional molecular techniques, leading to inaccurate results, prolonged timelines, and sample security concerns, hindering widespread adoption. Adopting genetically modified (GM) crops for enhanced productivity poses challenges for plant disease detection. 

Nonetheless, opportunities arise from innovations in point-of-care diagnostics (POCD), transforming disease detection with rapid, accurate, and cost-effective testing. Integrated devices such as smartphones, wearables, and IoT enable real-time data collection for precise crop health management. Advanced assay technologies and in-field diagnostics are pivotal in early plant pathogen detection, mitigating agricultural losses.  


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Analyst Note  

BIS principal analyst says, "The pathogen or plant disease detection and monitoring market is rapidly growing, driven by technological advancements such as AI and IoT. There is a pressing need for innovative solutions to counter rising threats to global food security, emphasizing precision and early detection. Stakeholders recognize the economic and environmental benefits, signaling a paradigm shift in the industry with promising opportunities for growth and investment." 

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