Aquatic Herbicides Market

Aquatic Herbicides: Introduction

• Aquatic herbicides are employed to control the growth of unwanted vegetation in water. These herbicides are approved for usage in water. Aquatic herbicides help control the growth of weeds in water bodies. Around 300 herbicides are registered with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA); of these, just 13 of the active ingredients are approved by the U.S. EPA for usage in and around aquatic habitat. Aquatic herbicides enter the plants through the leaves and roots and target the physiological processes. Aquatic herbicides inhibit enzymes involved in the synthesis of amino acids, which are responsible for plant growth. Disrupting photosynthesis or restricting the synthesis of plant pigments are other ways in which the herbicides restrict the growth of weeds.
• Aquatic herbicides can be of two types: selective and non-selective. Selective herbicides are utilized to restrict the growth of specific species of plants, without causing any harm to the plants and crops of other species. Selective herbicides target and restrict the growth of weeds, with no harm to other plants and crops. Non-selective herbicides, on the other hand, restrict the growth of all plants and crops in areas where these are used.

Key Drivers and Restraints of Aquatic Herbicides Market

• Aquatic herbicides help control the growth of weeds in water bodies including lake algae and pond algae
• Increase in adoption of weed control is estimated to drive the aquatic herbicides market during the forecast period
• Restrictions on usage of water, taste issues, and toxicity are some of the factors that are anticipated to hamper the aquatic herbicides market during the forecast period

Aquatic Herbicides: Segmentation

• The aquatic herbicides market can be segmented based on type, application, application method, and mode of action
• Based on type, the market can be divided into glyphosate, diquat, imazapyr, 2,4-D, triclopyr, and others (flumioxazin, fluridone, and copper & chelated copper)
• In terms of application, the market can be fragmented into fisheries, agricultural waters, recreational waters, and others (development waters, retention ponds, and flood control canals)
• Based on application method, the market can be bifurcated into submerged and foliar
• In terms of mode of action, the market can be segregated into non-selective and selective

Covid-19 Impact on Aquatic Herbicides Market

• Emergence of the new COVID strain in many developed and developing countries has adversely affected the health care infrastructure. Hospital staff, medicines, oxygen beds, and ventilators are in short supply. Graveyards and crematoriums have been working continuously to tackle the rise in dead bodies. Supply chains are facing disruptions, leading to disturbances in production activities in many countries.
• On January 30, 2020, the International Health Regulations Emergency Committee of the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak a public health emergency of international concern. Originating in China, the virus has spread to at least 213 countries and territories around the world.
• Shortage of labor due to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis and unavailability of raw materials are expected to hamper the aquatic herbicides market in the near future

North America to Dominate Aquatic Herbicides Market

• Based on region, North America is likely to dominate the global aquatic herbicides market, followed by Europe, during the forecast period. Climatic and environmental conditions in these regions are favorable for the growth of herbs and weeds. Thus, these regions extensively require herbicides. The aquatic herbicides market in North America is anticipated to expand at a rapid pace during the forecast period. The aquatic herbicides market in Asia Pacific is also expected to expand at a significant pace during the forecast. Australia and New Zealand dominate the market in Asia Pacific. The aquatic herbicides market in Middle East & Africa is also likely to expand at a rapid pace in the next few years.

Key Manufacturers Operating in Global Aquatic Herbicides Market

The global aquatic herbicides market was consolidated in 2020. Major players have prominent presence in developed and developing countries. Key manufacturers operating in the global aquatic herbicides market include:

• Alligare
• DowDuPont
• UPL
• Albaugh
• BASF
• Nufarm
• Monsanto
• Syngenta
• Dow Chemicals

Global Aquatic Herbicides Market: Research Scope

Global Aquatic Herbicides Market, by Type

• Glyphosate
• Diquat
• Imazapyr
• 2,4-D
• Triclopyr
• Others (Flumioxazin, Fluridone, and Copper & Chelated Copper)

Global Aquatic Herbicides Market, by Application

• Fisheries
• Agricultural Waters
• Recreational Waters
• Others (Development Waters, Retention Ponds, and Flood Control Canals)

Global Aquatic Herbicides Market, by Application Method

• Submerged
• Foliar

Global Aquatic Herbicides Market, by Mode of Action

• Non-selective
• Selective

Global Aquatic Herbicides Market, by Region

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • U.K.
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia & CIS
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • ASEAN
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East & Africa
  • GCC
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa