PUBLISHER: MarketsandMarkets | PRODUCT CODE: 1816004
PUBLISHER: MarketsandMarkets | PRODUCT CODE: 1816004
The agriculture IoT market is expected to be valued at USD 8.86 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 12.61 billion by 2030; it is expected to register a CAGR of 7.3% during the forecast period.
Scope of the Report | |
---|---|
Years Considered for the Study | 2021-2030 |
Base Year | 2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2030 |
Units Considered | Value (USD Billion) |
Segments | By hardware, farm size, farm production planning, application, and region |
Regions covered | North America, Europe, APAC, RoW |
The growth of agriculture IoT is driven by rising demand for precision farming, real-time monitoring, and automation, supported by government initiatives, wireless connectivity advancements, and the need for resource optimization to meet increasing food demand sustainably.
"Automation & control systems segment is expected to grow at a higher CAGR during the forecast period."
The automation & control systems are expected to witness the highest CAGR in the agriculture IoT market during the forecast period due to rising adoption of advanced automation tools such as drones/UAVs, smart irrigation controllers, GPS-based guidance, and steering systems. Increasing focus on sustainable farming and efficient resource management has accelerated the integration of these technologies. Additionally, strong government support, coupled with ongoing R&D and innovations by key players, is boosting market expansion. The presence of leading agri-tech manufacturers and the growing use of connected machinery are positioning agriculture IoT as a major driver of global farming transformation.
"RFID tags & readers segment is expected to hold a significant share of the agriculture IoT market during the forecast period."
RFID tags & readers segment is expected to hold a significant share of the agriculture IoT market during the forecast period due to their ability to enable real-time livestock tracking, rising demand for efficient herd management, and growing adoption in pasture monitoring and automated feeding systems. RFID tags & readers allow farmers to monitor animal health, behavior, and location, ensuring optimal productivity and disease control. The demand for accurate and chemical-free livestock identification is accelerating adoption, as these solutions offer a safer and more sustainable alternative to traditional manual methods. Furthermore, integration with GPS, IoT platforms, and automated weighing systems is increasing due to their compact size, data accuracy, and ease of use. These features ensure reliable and efficient livestock management, contributing to the growing adoption of RFID technology in diverse agricultural applications.
"China is expected to register the highest CAGR in the agriculture IoT market during the forecast period."
China is expected to register the highest CAGR in the agriculture IoT market during the forecast period. This growth in China is driven by the rapid adoption of smart farming solutions, supported by government initiatives to modernize agriculture and improve food security. Increasing use of precision farming practices, coupled with strong demand for optimized fertilizer, pesticide, and water management, is fueling IoT adoption. Advanced technologies such as sensors, drones, and GPS are enabling site-specific input applications that enhance crop yield and reduce environmental impact. These factors, along with China's focus on sustainable resource management and digital agriculture policies, are significantly accelerating adoption and contributing to the country's strong market growth.
Extensive primary interviews were conducted with key industry experts in the agriculture IoT market space to determine and verify the market size for various segments and subsegments gathered through secondary research. The breakdown of primary participants for the report is shown below.
The agriculture IoT market is dominated by a few globally established players, such as Deere & Company (US), AGCO Corporation (US), Raven Industries, Inc. (US), DeLaval (Sweden), Merck & Co., Inc. (US).
The study includes an in-depth competitive analysis of these key players in the agriculture IoT market, with their company profiles, recent developments, and key market strategies.
The report segments the agriculture IoT market and forecasts its size by application (Precision farming, precision forestry, smart greenhouse, livestock monitoring, precision aquaculture, other applications), hardware (Precision farming hardware, precision forestry hardware, livestock monitoring hardware, precision aquaculture hardware, smart greenhouse hardware, other agriculture hardware), farm size (Small farms, medium- sized farms, large farms), Farm Production Planning (Pre-production planning, production planning, post-production planning). It also discusses the market's drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges. It gives a detailed view of the market across Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, RoW). The report includes a supply chain analysis of the key players and their competitive analysis in the agriculture IoT ecosystem.