Drip Irrigation Global Market Report 2026

Drip irrigation, a type of micro-irrigation system, involves placing emitter-equipped tubing near plants, also known as trickling irrigation.

Drip irrigation utilizes two main types of drippers: inline emitters and online emitters. Inline emitters are essential components of dripping laterals, featuring smooth and bump-free developing ducts. The system incorporates filters, drip pipes, emitters, valves, pressure gauges, fittings, and other components. These are employed in diverse crop applications, including field crops, fruit and nuts, vegetable crops, and others, for both surface and subsurface applications.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs are influencing the drip irrigation market by increasing costs of imported plastic polymers, emitters, valves, filtration units, and control systems. Agricultural producers in North America and Europe are most affected due to reliance on imported components, while developing regions face higher system installation costs. These tariffs are increasing project expenses and slowing adoption in price-sensitive markets. However, they are also encouraging local manufacturing of irrigation components, regional supply chain development, and innovation in low-cost, durable drip irrigation solutions.

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The drip irrigation market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $8.05 billion in 2025 to $8.95 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing agricultural water scarcity, growth in high-value crop cultivation, rising adoption of micro-irrigation practices, availability of affordable drip components, expansion of government irrigation programs.

The drip irrigation market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $13.61 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.0%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing investments in smart agriculture technologies, rising demand for sustainable farming practices, expansion of commercial horticulture, growing focus on climate-resilient irrigation, increased adoption of automation in irrigation. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of precision drip irrigation systems, rising use of pressure-compensating emitters, growing integration of smart irrigation controls, expansion of subsurface drip applications, enhanced focus on water conservation.

The rising demand for agricultural products is expected to drive the growth of the drip irrigation market in the coming years. Agricultural products encompass any raw or processed items derived from crops, livestock, or other agricultural commodities. Drip irrigation delivers water and nutrients directly to the plant's root zone, enhancing crop yields through improved water and nutrient management to meet the growing demand for agricultural products. For example, in April 2025, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), a US-based organization, reported that U.S. agricultural exports increased by $1.8 billion, or 1 percent, compared to 2023, marking the third-highest level ever recorded. Therefore, the rising demand for agricultural products is propelling the growth of the drip irrigation market.

Leading companies in the drip irrigation market are concentrating on utilizing advanced technologies, such as state-of-the-art anti-clogging technology, to maintain their market position. Advanced Anti-Clogging Technology encompasses innovative mechanisms and designs incorporated into drip irrigation systems to prevent the accumulation of debris, sediment, and organic matter within the emitters and tubing. This technology is crucial for preventing blockages, ensuring a steady water flow, and minimizing the frequency of maintenance. For example, in October 2023, Netafim, an India-based technology firm, introduced Toofan, a cutting-edge anti-clogging drip irrigation system aimed at enhancing agricultural efficiency throughout the country. This innovative technology seeks to revolutionize farming practices by optimizing water and nutrient delivery while lowering operational costs for farmers. The TurbuNext technology integrated into Toofan features a distinctive labyrinth design that effectively dislodges debris from the dripper, preventing clogs.

In January 2023, CropX Technologies, a technology company based in the United States, successfully acquired Tule Technologies for an undisclosed amount. This strategic acquisition is anticipated to facilitate CropX Technologies in broadening its market footprint in California while also strengthening its offerings in the realm of specialty crops and drip irrigation. Tule Technologies, the acquired company, is a US-based precision irrigation company with a specialization in providing innovative irrigation solutions.

Major companies operating in the drip irrigation market are The Toro Company, Valmont Industries Inc., Netafim Limited, Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd., Rain Bird Corporation, Rivulis Irrigation Ltd., Naandan Jain Irrigation Ltd., Eurodrip S.A., Irritec S.p.A., DripWorks Inc., Chinadrip Irrigation Equipment Co. Ltd., Elgo Irrigation Ltd., Antelco Pty. Ltd., Microjet Irrigation Systems, EPC Industries Limited, Sistema Azud S.A., Shanghai Huawei Water Saving Irrigation Corp., Metzer Group, KSNM DRIP, Raindrip Inc., Anupam Agri Industries Ltd.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the drip irrigation market share in 2025. The regions covered in the drip irrigation market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa

The countries covered in the drip irrigation market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The drip irrigation market consist of sales of mainline, sub mains, lateral, drippers, filter systems and small fittings and accessories used in drip irrigation method. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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This report focuses drip irrigation market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.

• The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
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Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Dripper: Inline Emitters; Online Emitters
• 2) By Component: Filters; Drip Pipes; Emitters; Valves; Pressure Gauge; Fittings; Other Components
• 3) By Crop: Field Crops; Fruit and Nuts; Vegetable Crops; Other Crops
• 4) By Application: Surface Application; Subsurface Application
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Inline Emitters: Pressure Compensating Inline Emitters; Non-Pressure Compensating Inline Emitters
• 2) By Online Emitters: Pressure Compensating Online Emitters; Non-Pressure Compensating Online Emitters
• Companies Mentioned: The Toro Company; Valmont Industries Inc.; Netafim Limited; Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd.; Rain Bird Corporation; Rivulis Irrigation Ltd.; Naandan Jain Irrigation Ltd.; Eurodrip S.A.; Irritec S.p.A.; DripWorks Inc.; Chinadrip Irrigation Equipment Co. Ltd.; Elgo Irrigation Ltd.; Antelco Pty. Ltd.; Microjet Irrigation Systems; EPC Industries Limited; Sistema Azud S.A.; Shanghai Huawei Water Saving Irrigation Corp.; Metzer Group; KSNM DRIP; Raindrip Inc.; Anupam Agri Industries Ltd.
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain.
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
• Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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