Mulch Films Market

Report Code AGI 4161
Published in Nov, 2023, By MarketsandMarkets™
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Mulch Films Market Size, Share, Industry Growth, Trends Report by Type (Clear/Transparent, Black Mulch, Colored Mulch, Photo-selective Mulch, Degradable Mulch), Application (Agricultural and Horticulture), Element (LLDPE, LDPE, HDPE, EVA, PLA, PHA) and Region - Global Forecast to 2028

Overview

The global mulch films market is estimated at US$7.8 billion in the year 2023, is projected to reach a revised size of US$10.6 billion by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 6.5% over the analysis period 2023-2028. Mulch films are thin sheets of plastic or other materials that are placed on the surface of the soil to suppress weeds, retain moisture, and improve crop yields. They are available in a variety of colors, thicknesses, and materials, and can be used in a wide range of agricultural and horticultural applications. Mulch films can be made from a variety of materials, including polyethylene, polypropylene, and biodegradable materials such as paper and cornstarch. Mulch films work by creating a barrier between the soil surface and the atmosphere. This barrier prevents sunlight from reaching weed seeds, which inhibits their germination and growth. It also helps to retain moisture in the soil, which can reduce the need for irrigation. Additionally, mulch films can help to improve soil temperature by trapping heat from the sun. This can be beneficial for crops that require warmer temperatures for optimal growth.

Attractive Opportunities in the Mulch Films Market

ASIA PACIFIC:

The market growth in the Asia Pacific mulch films industry is attributed to factors such as the increasing adoption of modern agricultural practices and the growing demand for food in the region.

Farmers in the Asia Pacific region are becoming increasingly aware of the benefits of using mulch films, such as improved crop yield, water conservation, and weed control. This is also contributing to the growth of the mulch films market in the region.

The mulch films market is expected to be worth USD 8.9 billion by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 6.7% during the forecast period.

The mulch films industry in the Asia Pacific region is witnessing rapid growth due to improved crop yield by up to 30% and reduced water consumption by up to 50%.

Governments in the Asia Pacific region are also providing support for the use of mulch films through various initiatives such as subsidies and training programs. This is being done to promote sustainable farming practices and improve agricultural productivity.

Global Mulch Films Market Dynamics

Drivers: Rising demand for greenhouse applications coupled with rising environmental concerns

The mulch film market is experiencing a significant surge in demand due to the growing interest in greenhouse applications, which is closely tied to rising environmental concerns. Greenhouses are increasingly used in agriculture to create controlled environments for cultivating various crops. They offer protection from adverse weather conditions, pests, and diseases, allowing for year-round cultivation. This rising demand for greenhouse applications is primarily driven by the need for increased food production to feed the growing global population and the desire to reduce the environmental impact of traditional open-field farming.As the demand for greenhouse applications continues to rise in response to these environmental concerns and the need for efficient and sustainable agriculture, the mulch film market is set to expand further. This trend aligns with broader efforts to promote eco-friendly farming practices and reduce the ecological footprint of the agricultural industry, making mulch films an essential component of modern, environmentally conscious agriculture.

Restraints in the Mulch Films Market: Implementation of additional pest and disease management measures for farmers

Mulch films are widely used in agriculture to improve crop yields, conserve soil moisture, and control weed growth, but the requirement for farmers to adopt additional pest and disease management measures can hinder their adoption. For instance, in some regions, pests like nematodes can become a major problem for crops, and farmers need to implement strategies such as crop rotation, use of chemical pesticides, or biological control methods to combat these pests effectively. In such cases, the use of mulch films may be less appealing because they can create a conducive environment for pest proliferation, trapping heat and moisture beneath the film. This, in turn, may require farmers to invest more time and resources in monitoring and managing pest issues, potentially increasing their operational costs.

 

Opportunities: Increasing demand for environmentally friendly and biodegradable mulch films

The increasing demand for environmentally friendly and biodegradable mulch films presents a significant opportunity in the agricultural industry, particularly in developed regions like North America and Europe. As governments in these regions actively discourage traditional plastics due to environmental concerns, stringent regulations are being set to restrict their usage. For instance, according to the news release by Agriland Media Ltd., in July 2022, maize plastic was banned from the EU market under the EU directive. This shift towards sustainability and eco-conscious agriculture is driving the biodegradable mulch films market, which are poised for substantial growth during the forecast period.

Challenges: Installation and maintenance of mulch films

The challenges related to installation and maintenance have a significant impact on the mulch film market. Farmers may be discouraged from adopting mulch films due to the labor-intensive and technical nature of installation. Moreover, the ongoing maintenance requirements can add to the overall cost, affecting the cost-benefit analysis for farmers. In regions where skilled labor is scarce or expensive, these challenges can be a major deterrent to the adoption of mulch films, ultimately impacting their market growth.The challenges in the installation and maintenance of mulch film in agricultural practices are often intertwined with the cost of labor considerations. Many farms face the decision of whether to use local labor or opt for H-2A labor, which consists of temporary agricultural workers. While some farms pay the same hourly rate to both machinery operators and manual laborers, others differentiate hourly rates by activity. The decision to employ H-2A workers can have significant cost implications. Even if the hourly wage rates are comparable between H-2A workers and local labor, additional expenses related to H-2A labor, such as housing, transportation, and agency fees, can substantially increase labor costs. When assessing the installation and maintenance of mulch films, it is essential to factor in all costs associated with H-2A workers to determine accurate hourly wage rates that encompass the complete spectrum of labor expenses.

Global Mulch Films Market Ecosystem Analysis

Several key companies in the mulch films market, including industry leaders like BASF SE (Germany), Armando Alvarez Group (Spain), and Novamont S.p.A. (Italy), have recognized the importance of environmental considerations in the agricultural sector. For example, BAS SE (Germany) has recently revealed in April 2023, to establish compounding capacities of Ecovio, a biodegradable mulch film, in Asia-Pacific as of mid-2023. They are proactively manufacturing biodegradable films that align with these principles, along with expanding the market around the globe thereby fostering the growth of this innovative market segment.

Linear Low-Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) Is One Of The Mulch Film Elements That Is Dominated With The Highest Mulch Films Market Share In 2022.

LLDPE mulch films are a type of plastic film that is used to cover the soil around plants. They are made from linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE), which is a type of plastic that is known for its strength, durability, and flexibility. LLDPE mulch films are typically black or silver, and they come in a variety of thicknesses and widths. Additionally, LLDPE mulch films are a versatile and sustainable product that can help farmers improve their yields and reduce their environmental impact. As the demand for food continues to grow, LLDPE mulch films are likely to play an increasingly important role in agriculture.

ASIA PACIFIC (INDIA) Region Holds the Largest Share of the Mulch Films Market

The demand for mulch films in India is increasing rapidly, driven by a number of factors, including Growing awareness of the benefits of mulch films, such as improved crop yields, reduced water consumption, and weed suppression, expanding area under cultivation of high-value crops, such as fruits and vegetables, which are more likely to be mulched, and Increasing government support for the use of mulch films, in the form of subsidies and other incentives.

 
 

Recent Developments of Mulch Films Market industry

  • In April 2023, BASF SE plans to make commercial quantities of Ecovio available to customers throughout the Asia-Pacific region starting in mid-2023. These initial offerings will include film grades designed for various applications, such as certified compostable shopping and organic waste bags, soil-biodegradable agricultural mulch films, and packaging materials. This development underscores the company’s commitment to driving positive change in the plastics industry in various applications and contributing to a more sustainable future in the Asia-Pacific market. In July 2022, Dow collaborated with Valoregen for the construction of the most extensive single hybrid recycling facility in Damazan, France. This facility is designed to have the capability to process a substantial 70 kilotons of plastic waste annually. Dow has been chosen as the primary recipient of post-consumer resins (PCR) from Valoregen's innovative new plant. In the future, this site is poised to offer a distinctive blend of advanced and mechanical recycling facilities, all within a single, integrated ecosystem. In May 2022, Berry Global Inc joined forces with Cleanfarms and Poly-Ag Recycling to spearhead an innovative, closed-loop strategy aimed at enhancing Canada's circular economy. This collaborative recycling initiative, launched in early 2022, is focused on retrieving used agricultural films, processing reclaimed grain bag materials, and utilizing recycled content to create new products.
  • In January 2022, Exxon Mobil Corporation and SABIC have successfully commenced operations at the Gulf Coast Growth Ventures world-scale manufacturing facility in San Patricio County, Texas. The new facility is designed to meet the increasing demand for performance products and will produce materials utilized in various applications, including packaging, agricultural film, construction materials, clothing, and automotive coolants. The operation comprises a 1.8 million metric ton per year ethane steam cracker, two polyethylene units with a combined capacity of up to 1.3 million metric tons per year, and a monoethylene glycol unit capable of producing 1.1 million metric tons per year. In September 2021, BASF SE and WPO POLYMERS entered into a strategic partnership to further its biopolymers business and extend its reach into the rapidly evolving Spanish and Portuguese markets. As part of this collaboration, WPO Polymers, a prominent plastics solutions provider, will take on the role of distributor for BASF's Ecovio film product range. This range includes certified compostable shopping bags, organic waste bags, and fruit and vegetable bags. By leveraging their respective strengths and expertise, BASF and WPO Polymers are strategically positioned to expedite their business activities within these crucial markets. In August 2020, RKW Group is actively advancing its commitment to reducing plastic waste by incorporating recycled materials into its high-quality films. This progress includes the establishment of a new five-layer production line at RKW Group's facility in Pori, Finland, aimed at creating lawn and garden films with a substantial proportion of recycled content, including post-consumer recyclate (PCR). The company intends to further increase the use of recycled PCR material while maintaining the essential qualities of these films, such as exceptional printability, high opacity, and puncture resistance, among others. This expansion will allow the company to extend its sustainable practices to the production of films for food and beverage packaging, further aligning with its commitment to environmentally responsible manufacturing.

Key Market Players

KEY PLAYERS IN THE Mulch Films Market INCLUDE

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Scope of the Report

Report Attribute Details
Market valuation in 2023 USD 7.8 billion
Revenue forecast in 2028 USD 10.6 billion
Progress rate CAGR of 6.5% from 2023 - 2028
Market size estimation 2023–2028
Base year considered 2022
Segments Covered By Type, Application, Element, and Region
Regions covered North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and RoW
Companies studied BASF SE (Germany) Berry Global Inc (US) Dow (US) Kuraray (Japan) Exxon Mobil Corporation (US) RKW Group (Germany) Intergro, Inc (US) Plastika Kritis S.A. (Greece) Kothari Group (India) Captain Polyplast Ltd (India) And more

 

Key Questions Addressed by the Report

How big is the mulch films market?
The mulch films market is estimated at USD 7.8 Billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 10.6 Billion by 2028, at a CAGR of 6.5% from 2023 to 2028.
Which are the key players in the market, and how intense is the competition?
The key players in this market include Berry Global Inc. (US), BASF SE (Germany), Dow (US), Kuraray (Japan), Exxon Mobil Corporation (US), Plastika Kritis S.A. (Greece), RKW Group (Germany), Achilles Corporation (Japan), Armando Alvarez Group (Spain), and Novamont S.p.A (Italy). The mulch films market witnesses increased scope for growth. The market is seeing an increase in the number of mergers and acquisitions and expansion. Moreover, the companies involved in the production of mulch films are investing a considerable proportion of their revenues in research and development activities.
Which region is projected to account for the largest share of the mulch films market?
The market is expected to grow in Asia Pacific and is expected to dominate during the forecast period. The Asia Pacific region is home to some of the world's most populous countries, including China and India. This large and diverse consumer base creates significance for mulch films to meet the increasing food demand.
Which are the major mulch films types considered in the study and which segments are projected to have promising growth rates in the future?
All the major types of mulch films include clear/transparent, black mulch, colored mulch, photo-selective mulch, degradable mulch, and other types. Biodegradable Mulch is anticipated to witness the highest growth rate with a CAGR of 8.3% during the forecast period.
Is there Oceania (New Zealand and Australia) specific information (market size, players, growth rate) for mulch films market?
On request, We will provide details on market size, key players, and growth rate of this industry in the Oceania region. Also, you can let us know if there are any other countries of your interest.

 

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TITLE
PAGE NO
INTRODUCTION
23
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
28
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
41
PREMIUM INSIGHTS
46
MARKET OVERVIEW
52
  • 5.1 INTRODUCTION
  • 5.2 MACROECONOMIC INDICATORS
    RISE IN POPULATION AND SCARCITY OF ARABLE LAND
    GROWTH OF AGRICULTURAL SECTOR
  • 5.3 MARKET DYNAMICS
    DRIVERS
    - Rise in demand for greenhouse applications coupled with growth in environmental concerns
    - Rapid urbanization and industrialization
    - Increase in demand for crop productivity
    - Advancements in farming techniques
    RESTRAINTS
    - Presence of sustainable competing farming techniques
    - Implementation of additional pest and disease management measures for farmers
    OPPORTUNITIES
    - Greater demand for environmentally friendly and biodegradable mulch films
    - Expanding horticulture and specialty crop production
    - Utilization of mulch films in high-tunnel and greenhouse farming
    CHALLENGES
    - Installation and maintenance of mulch films
    - Growth in environmental sustainability concerns
INDUSTRY TRENDS
62
  • 6.1 INTRODUCTION
  • 6.2 VALUE CHAIN ANALYSIS
    RAW MATERIAL SUPPLIERS
    MANUFACTURING
    DISTRIBUTION
    MARKETING AND SALES
  • 6.3 TECHNOLOGY ANALYSIS
    MULTI-LAYER PLASTIC FILMS
  • 6.4 PATENT ANALYSIS
  • 6.5 ECOSYSTEM AND MARKET MAP
    DEMAND SIDE
    SUPPLY SIDE
  • 6.6 TRADE ANALYSIS
  • 6.7 TRENDS/DISRUPTIONS IMPACTING CUSTOMER’S BUSINESS
  • 6.8 KEY CONFERENCES & EVENTS
  • 6.9 TARIFF AND REGULATORY LANDSCAPE
    REGULATORY BODIES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES, AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS
    REGULATORY LANDSCAPE
    - North America
    - Europe
    - Asia Pacific
    - South America
    - RoW
  • 6.10 CASE STUDY ANALYSIS
    SOIL-BIODEGRADABLE ECOVIO INTRODUCED Y BASF FOR SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE
  • 6.11 PORTER’S FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS
    THREAT OF NEW ENTRANTS
    THREAT OF SUBSTITUTES
    BARGAINING POWER OF SUPPLIERS
    BARGAINING POWER OF BUYERS
    INTENSITY OF COMPETITIVE RIVALRY
  • 6.12 KEY STAKEHOLDERS AND BUYING CRITERIA
    KEY STAKEHOLDERS IN BUYING PROCESS
    BUYING CRITERIA
MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE
82
  • 7.1 INTRODUCTION
  • 7.2 CLEAR/TRANSPARENT
    USE OF CLEAR PLASTIC MULCHES IN COOLER REGIONS
  • 7.3 BLACK MULCH
    INCREASED PRODUCTION OF LEAFY VEGETABLES THAT USE INEXPENSIVE BLACK MULCHES
  • 7.4 COLORED MULCH
    COLORED MULCHES FOR IMPROVED CROP PRODUCTION
  • 7.5 PHOTO-SELECTIVE MULCH
    ADOPTION OF PHOTO-SELECTIVE MULCH FILMS FOR SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE
  • 7.6 DEGRADABLE MULCH
    INCREASE IN USE OF BIODEGRADABLE MULCH FILMS
    - Biodegradable Mulch
    - Photodegradable Mulch
  • 7.7 OTHER TYPES
MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY ELEMENT
100
  • 8.1 INTRODUCTION
  • 8.2 LLDPE
    SOIL TEMPERATURE REGULATION TO IMPROVE CROP YIELDS
  • 8.3 LDPE
    GROWTH IN AWARENESS AMONG FARMERS LED TO INCREASED USE OF LDPE MULCH FILMS
  • 8.4 HDPE
    EXTENSIVE USE WITH VARIEGATED APPLICATIONS IN AGRICULTURE
  • 8.5 EVA
    INCREASE IN AWARENESS OF ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITS OF EVA MULCH FILMS
  • 8.6 PLA
    TECHNOLOGICALLY ADVANCED PLA MULCH FILMS OFFER PERFORMANCE WITH SUSTAINABILITY
  • 8.7 PHA
    RISE IN ADOPTION OF SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE AMONG FARMERS
  • 8.8 OTHER ELEMENTS
MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY APPLICATION
111
  • 9.1 INTRODUCTION
  • 9.2 AGRICULTURAL FARMS
    DEMAND FOR IMPROVED YIELDS OF HIGH-VALUE CROPS
  • 9.3 HORTICULTURE
    HIGH PREFERENCE FOR COLORED MULCH IN COMMERCIAL HORTICULTURE
MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION
117
  • 10.1 INTRODUCTION
  • 10.2 NORTH AMERICA
    NORTH AMERICA: RECESSION IMPACT ANALYSIS
    US
    - Rise in demand for mulch films from food and dairy industries
    CANADA
    - Need to reduce water usage, control weed growth, and improve soil quality
    MEXICO
    - Skilled and cost-effective labor force and free trade agreements
  • 10.3 ASIA PACIFIC
    ASIA PACIFIC: RECESSION IMPACT ANALYSIS
    CHINA
    - Massive industrial growth & urbanization and growth in focus on increasing agricultural output
    INDIA
    - Promotion of agro-textile sector by government and increase in food demand
    JAPAN
    - Advanced crop technologies and need to save labor and time
    AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND
    - Effectiveness of mulch films in promoting growth of avocado trees
    REST OF ASIA PACIFIC
  • 10.4 EUROPE
    EUROPE: RECESSION IMPACT ANALYSIS
    GERMANY
    - Favorable EU regulations for select plastics and new recycling initiatives for mulch films
    FRANCE
    - Over 1 million hectares covered in mulch films, especially black
    UK
    - Need to enhance crop yields, improve crop quality, and reduce weed control costs
    ITALY
    - Adoption of eco-friendly films and various government initiatives to promote mulch films
    SPAIN
    - Implementation of plastic waste recycling, reduction of plastic usage, and landfilling in cooperation
    REST OF EUROPE
  • 10.5 SOUTH AMERICA
    SOUTH AMERICA: RECESSION IMPACT ANALYSIS
    BRAZIL
    - High adoption of intensive agricultural practices, expansion of irrigated agriculture, and greater demand for high-quality fruits and vegetables
    REST OF SOUTH AMERICA
  • 10.6 REST OF THE WORLD (ROW)
    ROW: RECESSION IMPACT ANALYSIS
    AFRICA
    - Availability of affordable and versatile mulch films
    MIDDLE EAST
    - Need to conserve soil moisture, reduce weed growth, enhance soil fertility, and improve crop yields
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
189
  • 11.1 OVERVIEW
  • 11.2 KEY PLAYER STRATEGIES/RIGHT TO WIN
  • 11.3 REVENUE ANALYSIS
  • 11.4 MARKET SHARE ANALYSIS
  • 11.5 KEY PLAYERS’ ANNUAL REVENUE VS. GROWTH
  • 11.6 KEY PLAYERS’ EBITDA
  • 11.7 GLOBAL SNAPSHOT OF KEY MARKET PARTICIPANTS
  • 11.8 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX
    STARS
    EMERGING LEADERS
    PERVASIVE PLAYERS
    PARTICIPANTS
    COMPANY FOOTPRINT
  • 11.9 STARTUP/SME EVALUATION MATRIX
    PROGRESSIVE COMPANIES
    RESPONSIVE COMPANIES
    DYNAMIC COMPANIES
    STARTING BLOCKS
    COMPETITIVE BENCHMARKING OF KEY STARTUPS/SMES
  • 11.10 COMPETITIVE SCENARIO
    DEALS
    OTHERS
COMPANY PROFILES
209
  • 12.1 KEY PLAYERS
    BASF SE
    - Business overview
    - Products/Solutions/Services offered
    - Recent developments
    - MnM view
    BERRY GLOBAL INC.
    - Business overview
    - Products/Solutions/Services offered
    - Recent developments
    - MnM view
    DOW
    - Business overview
    - Products/Solutions/Services offered
    - Recent developments
    - MnM view
    KURARAY
    - Business overview
    - Products/Solutions/Services offered
    - Recent developments
    - MnM view
    EXXON MOBIL CORPORATION
    - Business overview
    - Products/Solutions/Services offered
    - Recent developments
    - MnM view
    RKW GROUP
    - Business overview
    - Products/Solutions/Services offered
    - Recent developments
    - MnM view
    INTERGRO, INC.
    - Business overview
    - Products/Solutions/Services offered
    - Recent developments
    - MnM view
    PLASTIKA KRITIS S.A.
    - Business overview
    - Products/Solutions/Services offered
    - Recent developments
    - MnM view
    EPI (EUROPE) LTD
    - Business overview
    - Products/Solutions/Services offered
    - Recent developments
    - MnM view
    KOTHARI GROUP
    - Business overview
    - Products/Solutions/Services offered
    - Recent developments
    - MnM view
    CAPTAIN POLYPLAST LTD.
    - Business overview
    - Products/Solutions/Services offered
    - Recent developments
    - MnM view
    TILAK POLYPACK PVT. LTD
    - Business overview
    - Products/Solutions/Services offered
    - Recent developments
    - MnM view
    IRIS POLYMERS
    - Business overview
    - Products/Solutions/Services offered
    - Recent developments
    - MnM view
  • 12.2 BIODEGRADABLE MULCH FILM MANUFACTURERS
    NOVAMONT S.P.A.
    - Business overview
    - Products/Solutions/Services offered
    - Recent developments
    - MnM view
    ARMANDO ALVAREZ GROUP
    - Business overview
    - Products/Solutions/Services offered
    - Recent developments
    - MnM view
    ACHILLES CORPORATION
    - Business overview
    - Products/Solutions/Services offered
    - Recent developments
    - MnM view
    COVERFIELDS
    - Business overview
    - Products/Solutions/Services offered
    - Recent developments
    - MnM view
    FKUR
    - Business overview
    - Products/Solutions/Services offered
    - Recent developments
    - MnM view
    WALKI GROUP OY
    TURFQUICK AB SWEDEN
    FILMORGANIC
    KINGFA SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (INDIA) LIMITED
    GROWIT INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED
ADJACENT AND RELATED MARKETS
254
  • 13.1 INTRODUCTION
  • 13.2 LIMITATIONS
  • 13.3 AGRICULTURAL FILMS MARKET
    MARKET DEFINITION
    MARKET OVERVIEW
APPENDIX
256
  • 14.1 DISCUSSION GUIDE
  • 14.2 KNOWLEDGESTORE: MARKETSANDMARKETS’ SUBSCRIPTION PORTAL
  • 14.3 CUSTOMIZATION OPTIONS
  • 14.4 RELATED REPORTS
  • 14.5 AUTHOR DETAILS
LIST OF TABLES
 
  • TABLE 1 INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS
  • TABLE 2 USD EXCHANGE RATES, 2018–2022
  • TABLE 3 MULCH FILMS MARKET SNAPSHOT, 2023 VS. 2028
  • TABLE 4 KEY PATENTS PERTAINING TO MULCH FILMS MARKET, 2020–2023
  • TABLE 5 MULCH FILMS MARKET: SUPPLY CHAIN (ECOSYSTEM)
  • TABLE 6 TOP 10 EXPORTERS AND IMPORTERS OF MULCH FILMS, 2022 (USD THOUSAND)
  • TABLE 7 TOP 10 EXPORTERS AND IMPORTERS OF MULCH FILMS, 2022 (TONS)
  • TABLE 8 MULCH FILMS MARKET: CONFERENCES & EVENTS, 2023–2024
  • TABLE 9 NORTH AMERICA: LIST OF REGULATORY BODIES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES, AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS
  • TABLE 10 EUROPE: LIST OF REGULATORY BODIES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES, AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS
  • TABLE 11 ASIA PACIFIC: LIST OF REGULATORY BODIES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES, AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS
  • TABLE 12 SOUTH AMERICA: LIST OF REGULATORY BODIES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES, AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS
  • TABLE 13 ROW: LIST OF REGULATORY BODIES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES, AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS
  • TABLE 14 MULCH FILMS MARKET: PORTER’S FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS
  • TABLE 15 INFLUENCE OF STAKEHOLDERS ON BUYING PROCESS FOR KEY TYPES
  • TABLE 16 KEY BUYING CRITERIA FOR MULCH FILM TYPES
  • TABLE 17 MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 18 MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 19 MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 20 MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 21 CLEAR/TRANSPARENT MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 22 CLEAR/TRANSPARENT MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 23 CLEAR/TRANSPARENT MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 24 CLEAR/TRANSPARENT MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 25 BLACK MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 26 BLACK MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 27 BLACK MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 28 BLACK MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 29 COLORED MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 30 COLORED MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 31 COLORED MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 32 COLORED MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 33 PHOTO-SELECTIVE MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 34 PHOTO-SELECTIVE MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 35 PHOTO-SELECTIVE MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 36 PHOTO-SELECTIVE MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 37 DEGRADABLE MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 38 DEGRADABLE MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 39 DEGRADABLE MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 40 DEGRADABLE MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 41 DEGRADABLE MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 42 DEGRADABLE MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 43 DEGRADABLE MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 44 DEGRADABLE MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 45 BIODEGRADABLE MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 46 BIODEGRADABLE MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 47 BIODEGRADABLE MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 48 BIODEGRADABLE MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 49 PHOTODEGRADABLE MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 50 PHOTODEGRADABLE MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 51 PHOTODEGRADABLE MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 52 PHOTODEGRADABLE MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 53 OTHER MULCH FILM TYPES MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 54 OTHER MULCH FILM TYPES MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 55 OTHER MULCH FILM TYPES MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 56 OTHER MULCH FILM TYPES MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 57 MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY ELEMENT, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 58 MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY ELEMENT, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 59 LLDPE-BASED MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 60 LLDPE-BASED MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 61 LDPE-BASED MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 62 LDPE-BASED MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 63 HDPE-BASED MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 64 HDPE-BASED MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 65 EVA-BASED MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 66 EVA-BASED MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 67 PLA-BASED MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 68 PLA-BASED MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 69 PHA-BASED MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 70 PHA-BASED MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 71 OTHER MULCH FILM ELEMENTS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 72 OTHER MULCH FILM ELEMENTS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 73 MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 74 MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 75 MULCH FILMS MARKET IN AGRICULTURAL FARMS, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 76 MULCH FILMS MARKET IN AGRICULTURAL FARMS, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 77 MULCH FILMS MARKET IN HORTICULTURE, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 78 MULCH FILMS MARKET IN HORTICULTURE, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 79 MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 80 MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 81 MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 82 MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 83 NORTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 84 NORTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 85 NORTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 86 NORTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 87 NORTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 88 NORTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 89 NORTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 90 NORTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 91 NORTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY ELEMENT, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 92 NORTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY ELEMENT, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 93 NORTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 94 NORTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 95 US: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 96 US: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 97 US: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 98 US: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 99 CANADA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 100 CANADA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 101 CANADA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 102 CANADA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 103 MEXICO: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 104 MEXICO: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 105 MEXICO: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 106 MEXICO: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 107 ASIA PACIFIC: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 108 ASIA PACIFIC: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 109 ASIA PACIFIC: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 110 ASIA PACIFIC: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 111 ASIA PACIFIC: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 112 ASIA PACIFIC: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 113 ASIA PACIFIC: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 114 ASIA PACIFIC: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 115 ASIA PACIFIC: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY ELEMENT, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 116 ASIA PACIFIC: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY ELEMENT, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 117 ASIA PACIFIC: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 118 ASIA PACIFIC: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 119 CHINA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 120 CHINA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 121 CHINA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 122 CHINA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 123 INDIA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 124 INDIA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 125 INDIA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 126 INDIA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 127 JAPAN: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 128 JAPAN: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 129 JAPAN: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 130 JAPAN: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 131 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 132 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 133 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 134 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 135 REST OF ASIA PACIFIC: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 136 REST OF ASIA PACIFIC: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 137 REST OF ASIA PACIFIC: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 138 REST OF ASIA PACIFIC: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 139 EUROPE: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 140 EUROPE: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 141 EUROPE: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 142 EUROPE: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 143 EUROPE: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 144 EUROPE: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 145 EUROPE: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 146 EUROPE: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 147 EUROPE: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY ELEMENT, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 148 EUROPE: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY ELEMENT, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 149 EUROPE: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 150 EUROPE: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 151 GERMANY: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 152 GERMANY: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 153 GERMANY: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 154 GERMANY: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 155 FRANCE: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 156 FRANCE: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 157 FRANCE: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 158 FRANCE: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 159 UK: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 160 UK: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 161 UK: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 162 UK: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 163 ITALY: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 164 ITALY: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 165 ITALY: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 166 ITALY: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 167 SPAIN: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 168 SPAIN: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 169 SPAIN: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 170 SPAIN: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 171 REST OF EUROPE: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 172 REST OF EUROPE: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 173 REST OF EUROPE: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 174 REST OF EUROPE: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 175 SOUTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 176 SOUTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 177 SOUTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 178 SOUTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 179 SOUTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 180 SOUTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 181 SOUTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 182 SOUTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 183 SOUTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY ELEMENT, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 184 SOUTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY ELEMENT, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 185 SOUTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 186 SOUTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 187 BRAZIL: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 188 BRAZIL: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 189 BRAZIL: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 190 BRAZIL: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 191 REST OF SOUTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 192 REST OF SOUTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 193 REST OF SOUTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 194 REST OF SOUTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 195 ROW: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 196 ROW: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 197 ROW: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 198 ROW: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 199 ROW: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 200 ROW: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 201 ROW: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 202 ROW: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 203 ROW: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY ELEMENT, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 204 ROW: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY ELEMENT, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 205 ROW: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 206 ROW: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 207 AFRICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 208 AFRICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 209 AFRICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 210 AFRICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 211 MIDDLE EAST: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 212 MIDDLE EAST: MULCH FILMS MARKET SIZE, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 213 MIDDLE EAST: MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2018–2022 (KT)
  • TABLE 214 MIDDLE EAST: MULCH FILMS MARKET SIZE, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (KT)
  • TABLE 215 STRATEGIES ADOPTED BY KEY PLAYERS IN MULCH FILMS MARKET
  • TABLE 216 MULCH FILMS MARKET: INTENSITY OF COMPETITIVE RIVALRY, 2022
  • TABLE 217 COMPANY FOOTPRINT, BY TYPE
  • TABLE 218 COMPANY FOOTPRINT, BY APPLICATION
  • TABLE 219 COMPANY FOOTPRINT, BY ELEMENT
  • TABLE 220 COMPANY FOOTPRINT, BY REGION
  • TABLE 221 OVERALL COMPANY FOOTPRINT
  • TABLE 222 DETAILED LIST OF KEY STARTUPS/SMES
  • TABLE 223 MULCH FILMS MARKET: DEALS, 2018–2023
  • TABLE 224 MULCH FILMS MARKET: OTHERS, 2018–2023
  • TABLE 225 BASF SE: BUSINESS OVERVIEW
  • TABLE 226 BASF SE: PRODUCTS/SOLUTIONS/SERVICES OFFERED
  • TABLE 227 BASF SE: DEALS
  • TABLE 228 BASF SE: OTHERS
  • TABLE 229 BERRY GLOBAL INC.: BUSINESS OVERVIEW
  • TABLE 230 BERRY GLOBAL INC.: PRODUCTS/SOLUTIONS/SERVICES OFFERED
  • TABLE 231 BERRY GLOBAL INC.: DEALS
  • TABLE 232 DOW: BUSINESS OVERVIEW
  • TABLE 233 DOW: PRODUCTS/SOLUTIONS/SERVICES OFFERED
  • TABLE 234 DOW: DEALS
  • TABLE 235 KURARAY: BUSINESS OVERVIEW
  • TABLE 236 KURARAY: PRODUCTS/SOLUTIONS/SERVICES OFFERED
  • TABLE 237 EXXON MOBIL CORPORATION: BUSINESS OVERVIEW
  • TABLE 238 EXXON MOBIL CORPORATION: PRODUCTS/SOLUTIONS/SERVICES OFFERED
  • TABLE 239 EXXON MOBIL CORPORATION: OTHERS
  • TABLE 240 RKW GROUP: BUSINESS OVERVIEW
  • TABLE 241 RKW GROUP: PRODUCTS/SOLUTIONS/SERVICES OFFERED
  • TABLE 242 RKW GROUP: OTHERS
  • TABLE 243 INTERGRO, INC.: BUSINESS OVERVIEW
  • TABLE 244 INTERGRO, INC.: PRODUCTS/SOLUTIONS/SERVICES OFFERED
  • TABLE 245 PLASTIKA KRITIS S.A.: BUSINESS OVERVIEW
  • TABLE 246 PLASTIKA KRITIS S.A.: PRODUCTS/SOLUTIONS/SERVICES OFFERED
  • TABLE 247 EPI (EUROPE) LTD: BUSINESS OVERVIEW
  • TABLE 248 EPI (EUROPE) LTD: PRODUCTS/SOLUTIONS/SERVICES OFFERED
  • TABLE 249 KOTHARI GROUP: BUSINESS OVERVIEW
  • TABLE 250 KOTHARI GROUP: PRODUCTS/SOLUTIONS/SERVICES OFFERED
  • TABLE 251 CAPTAIN POLYPLAST LTD.: BUSINESS OVERVIEW
  • TABLE 252 CAPTAIN POLYPLAST LTD.: PRODUCTS/SOLUTIONS/SERVICES OFFERED
  • TABLE 253 TILAK POLYPACK PVT. LTD: BUSINESS OVERVIEW
  • TABLE 254 TILAK POLYPACK PVT. LTD: PRODUCTS/SOLUTIONS/SERVICES OFFERED
  • TABLE 255 IRIS POLYMERS: BUSINESS OVERVIEW
  • TABLE 256 IRIS POLYMERS: PRODUCTS/SOLUTIONS/SERVICES OFFERED
  • TABLE 257 NOVAMONT S.P.A.: BUSINESS OVERVIEW
  • TABLE 258 NOVAMONT S.P.A.: PRODUCTS/SOLUTIONS/SERVICES OFFERED
  • TABLE 259 NOVAMONT S.P.A.: DEALS
  • TABLE 260 ARMANDO ALVAREZ GROUP: BUSINESS OVERVIEW
  • TABLE 261 ARMANDO ALVAREZ GROUP: PRODUCTS/SOLUTIONS/SERVICES OFFERED
  • TABLE 262 ACHILLES CORPORATION: BUSINESS OVERVIEW
  • TABLE 263 ACHILLES CORPORATION: PRODUCTS/SOLUTIONS/SERVICES OFFERED
  • TABLE 264 COVERFIELDS: BUSINESS OVERVIEW
  • TABLE 265 COVERFIELDS: PRODUCTS/SOLUTIONS/SERVICES OFFERED
  • TABLE 266 FKUR: BUSINESS OVERVIEW
  • TABLE 267 FKUR: PRODUCTS/SOLUTIONS/SERVICES OFFERED
  • TABLE 268 FKUR: DEALS
  • TABLE 269 ADJACENT MARKET
  • TABLE 270 AGRICULTURAL FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2017–2022 (USD MILLION)
  • TABLE 271 AGRICULTURAL FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023–2028 (USD MILLION)
LIST OF FIGURES
 
  • FIGURE 1 MARKET SEGMENTATION
  • FIGURE 2 MULCH FILMS MARKET: RESEARCH DESIGN
  • FIGURE 3 BREAKDOWN OF PRIMARY INTERVIEWS, BY COMPANY TYPE, DESIGNATION, AND REGION
  • FIGURE 4 MULCH FILMS MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION: BOTTOM-UP APPROACH
  • FIGURE 5 MULCH FILMS MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION: TOP-DOWN APPROACH (BASED ON GLOBAL MARKET)
  • FIGURE 6 DATA TRIANGULATION
  • FIGURE 7 RESEARCH ASSUMPTIONS
  • FIGURE 8 LIMITATIONS & RISK MANAGEMENT
  • FIGURE 9 INDICATORS OF RECESSION
  • FIGURE 10 GLOBAL INFLATION RATE, 2012–2022
  • FIGURE 11 GLOBAL GROSS DOMESTIC PRODUCT, 2012–2022 (USD TRILLION)
  • FIGURE 12 RECESSION INDICATORS AND THEIR IMPACT ON MULCH FILMS MARKET
  • FIGURE 13 GLOBAL MULCH FILMS MARKET: CURRENT FORECAST VS. RECESSION IMPACT FORECAST
  • FIGURE 14 MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2023 VS. 2028 (USD MILLION)
  • FIGURE 15 MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY ELEMENT, 2023 VS. 2028 (USD MILLION)
  • FIGURE 16 MULCH FILMS MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2023 VS. 2028 (USD MILLION)
  • FIGURE 17 MULCH FILMS MARKET SHARE (VALUE), BY REGION, 2023
  • FIGURE 18 INCREASE IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION TO DRIVE MARKET
  • FIGURE 19 BLACK MULCH SEGMENT AND CHINA TO ACCOUNT FOR MARKET SHARES IN 2023
  • FIGURE 20 CHINA TO ACCOUNT FOR LARGEST MARKET SHARE IN 2023
  • FIGURE 21 BLACK MULCH TO REMAIN LARGEST MARKET TYPE ACROSS REGIONS DURING FORECAST PERIOD
  • FIGURE 22 LLDPE SEGMENT TO BE LARGEST ELEMENT IN MULCH FILMS DURING FORECAST PERIOD
  • FIGURE 23 HORTICULTURE TO ACCOUNT FOR LARGER APPLICATION TO MULCH FILMS DURING FORECAST PERIOD
  • FIGURE 24 POPULATION GROWTH, 1950–2025 (BILLION)
  • FIGURE 25 PER CAPITA ARABLE LAND, 1960–2025 (HA)
  • FIGURE 26 MULCH FILMS MARKET: DRIVERS, RESTRAINTS, OPPORTUNITIES, AND CHALLENGES
  • FIGURE 27 NUMBER OF PEOPLE LIVING IN URBAN AND RURAL AREAS, 1960–2020 (BILLION)
  • FIGURE 28 URBAN POPULATION (PERCENTAGE OF TOTAL POPULATION), BY GROUP OF ECONOMIES, 2011 VS. 2021
  • FIGURE 29 VALUE CHAIN ANALYSIS OF MULCH FILMS MARKET
  • FIGURE 30 PATENTS GRANTED FOR MULCH FILMS MARKET, 2013–2022
  • FIGURE 31 MULCH FILMS MARKET MAP
  • FIGURE 32 TRENDS/DISRUPTIONS IMPACTING CUSTOMER’S BUSINESS
  • FIGURE 33 PORTER’S FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS
  • FIGURE 34 INFLUENCE OF STAKEHOLDERS ON BUYING PROCESS FOR KEY TYPES
  • FIGURE 35 KEY BUYING CRITERIA FOR TOP TYPES
  • FIGURE 36 BLACK MULCH SEGMENT TO DOMINATE MULCH FILMS MARKET IN 2023 (USD MILLION)
  • FIGURE 37 LLDPE-BASED MULCH FILMS TO ACCOUNT FOR LARGEST MARKET BY 2028
  • FIGURE 38 HORTICULTURAL APPLICATION SET TO DOMINATE MULCH FILMS MARKET, 2023 VS. 2028 (USD MILLION)
  • FIGURE 39 INDIA TO BE FASTEST-GROWING MARKET DURING FORECAST PERIOD
  • FIGURE 40 NORTH AMERICA: MARKET SNAPSHOT
  • FIGURE 41 NORTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET: RECESSION IMPACT ANALYSIS
  • FIGURE 42 ASIA PACIFIC: MARKET SNAPSHOT
  • FIGURE 43 ASIA PACIFIC: MULCH FILMS MARKET: RECESSION IMPACT ANALYSIS
  • FIGURE 44 EUROPE: MULCH FILMS MARKET: RECESSION IMPACT ANALYSIS
  • FIGURE 45 SOUTH AMERICA: MULCH FILMS MARKET: RECESSION IMPACT ANALYSIS
  • FIGURE 46 ROW: MULCH FILMS MARKET: RECESSION IMPACT ANALYSIS
  • FIGURE 47 REVENUE ANALYSIS OF KEY MARKET PLAYERS, 2018–2022 (USD BILLION)
  • FIGURE 48 ANNUAL REVENUE, 2022 (USD BILLION) VS. REVENUE GROWTH, 2020–2022
  • FIGURE 49 EBITDA, 2022 (USD BILLION)
  • FIGURE 50 GLOBAL SNAPSHOT OF KEY PARTICIPANTS IN MULCH FILMS MARKET, 2022
  • FIGURE 51 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX, 2022
  • FIGURE 52 STARTUP/SME EVALUATION MATRIX, 2022
  • FIGURE 53 BASF SE: COMPANY SNAPSHOT
  • FIGURE 54 BERRY GLOBAL INC.: COMPANY SNAPSHOT
  • FIGURE 55 DOW: COMPANY SNAPSHOT
  • FIGURE 56 KURARAY: COMPANY SNAPSHOT
  • FIGURE 57 EXXON MOBIL CORPORATION: COMPANY SNAPSHOT

The study involved four major activities in estimating the current size of the mulch films market. Exhaustive secondary research was done to collect information on the market, peer, and parent markets. The next step was to validate these findings, assumptions, and sizing with industry experts across the value chain through primary research. Both top-down and bottom-up approaches were employed to estimate the complete market size. After that, market breakdown and data triangulation were used to estimate the market size of segments and subsegments.

Secondary Research

This research study involved the extensive use of secondary sources—directories and databases such as Bloomberg Businessweek and Factiva—to identify and collect information useful for a technical, market-oriented, and commercial study of the market.

In the secondary research process, various sources such as annual reports, press releases & investor presentations of companies, white papers, food journals, certified publications, articles from recognized authors, gold & silver standard websites, directories, and databases, were referred to identify and collect information. This research study involved the extensive use of secondary sources—directories and databases such as Bloomberg Businessweek and Factiva—to identify and collect information useful for a technical, market-oriented, and commercial study of the mulch films market.

Secondary research was mainly used to obtain key information about the industry’s supply chain, the total pool of key players, and market classification and segmentation as per the industry trends to the bottom-most level, regional markets, and key developments from both market- and technology-oriented perspectives.

Primary Research

Extensive primary research was conducted after obtaining information regarding the mulch films market scenario through secondary research. Several primary interviews were conducted with market experts from both the demand and supply sides across major countries of North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and the Rest of the World. Primary data was collected through questionnaires, emails, and telephonic interviews. The primary sources from the supply side included various industry experts, such as Chief X Officers (CXOs), Vice Presidents (VPs), Directors, from business development, marketing, research, and development teams, and related key executives from distributors, and key opinion leaders. Primary interviews were conducted to gather insights such as market statistics, data on revenue collected from the products and services, market breakdowns, market size estimations, market forecasting, and data triangulation. Primary research also helped in understanding the various trends related to types of mulch films, application, element, and region. Stakeholders from the demand side, such as agricultural producers, mulch films distributing companies, and those who are using mulch films were interviewed to understand the buyer’s perspective on the suppliers, products, and their current usage of mulch films and outlook of their business which will affect the overall market.

Mulch Films Market Primary Research

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COMPANY NAME

designation

BASF SE (Germany)

General Manager

Berry Global Inc (US)

Sales Manager

Dow (US)

Manager

Plastika Kritis S.A. (Greece)

Individual Industry Expert

RKW Group (Germany)

Marketing Manager

Novamont S.p.A (Italy)

Sales Executive

Armando Alvarez Group (Spain)

Sales Manager

Kuraray (Japan)

Individual Industry Expert

Exxon Mobil Corporation (US)

Manager

Intergro, Inc. (US)

Individual Industry Expert

Mulch Films Market Size Estimation

Both the top-down and bottom-up approaches were used to estimate and validate the total size of the market. These approaches were also used extensively to determine the size of various subsegments in the market. The research methodology used to estimate the market size includes the following details:

  • The key players in the industry and the overall markets were identified through extensive secondary research.
  • The revenues of the major mulch films players were determined through primary and secondary research, which were used as the basis for market sizing and estimation.
  • All percentage shares, splits, and breakdowns were determined using secondary sources and verified through primary sources.
  • All macroeconomic and microeconomic factors affecting the growth of the market were considered while estimating the market size.
  • All possible parameters that affect the market covered in this research study were accounted for, viewed in extensive detail, verified through primary research, and analyzed to obtain final quantitative and qualitative data.

Global Mulch Films Market: Bottom-Up Approach

Mulch Films Market Bottom-Up Approach

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Global Mulch films Market: Top-Down Approach

Mulch Films Market Top-Down Approach

Data Triangulation

After arriving at the overall size from the market size estimation process explained above, the total market was split into several segments and subsegments. The data triangulation and market breakdown procedures explained below were implemented, wherever applicable, to complete the overall market engineering process and arrive at the exact statistics for various market segments and subsegments. The data was triangulated by studying various factors and trends from the demand and supply sides. Along with this, the market size was validated using both the top-down and bottom-up approaches.

Mulch Films Market Definition

According to The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), mulch films are "thin sheets of plastic material that are spread over the soil to reduce weed growth, conserve moisture, and improve soil temperature."

Mulch films can be made from a variety of materials, including polyethylene, polypropylene, and biodegradable materials. They are typically applied to the soil before or after planting and can be left in place for the entire growing season.

Key Stakeholders

  • Raw material suppliers
  • End users, which include the following:
    • Agricultural producers
    • Companies (manufacturers/suppliers) involved in the mulch films sector.
    • Research centers, laboratories, and scientific institutes
    • Retailers
  • Commercial research & development (R&D) institutions and financial institutions
  • Importers and exporters of mulch films
  • Traders, distributors, and suppliers
  • Government and research organizations
  • Trade associations and industry bodies
    • United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
    • Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
    • Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
    • Agriculture Plastic & Environment (APE Europe)
    • American Society for Horticulture Science (ASHS)
    • International Mulch Film Association (IMFA)

Mulch Films Market Report Objectives

  • To determine and project the size of the market with respect to the type, application, element, and region in terms of value and volume over five years, ranging from 2023 to 2028.
  • To identify the attractive opportunities in the market by determining the largest and fastest-growing segments across regions
  • To provide detailed information about the key factors influencing market growth (drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges)
  • To analyze the opportunities in the market for stakeholders and provide details of the competitive landscape for market leaders.
  • To analyze the micro-markets with respect to individual growth trends, prospects, and their contribution to the total market.
  • To identify and profile the key players in the market.
  • To understand the competitive landscape and identify the major growth strategies adopted by players across the key regions.
  • To provide insights on key product innovations and investments in the mulch films market.

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Product Analysis

  • Product Matrix, which gives a detailed comparison of the product portfolio of each company.

Geographic Analysis of the Mulch Films Market

With the given market data, MarketsandMarkets offers customizations according to company-specific scientific needs.

  • Further breakdown of the Rest of Europe’s market for mulch films into Poland, Romania, and Turkey
  • Further breakdown of the Rest of Asia Pacific market for mulch films into Thailand, Indonesia, and South Korea.
  • Further breakdown of the Rest of the South American market for mulch films into Argentina, Chile, and Colombia.

Company Information

  • Detailed analyses and profiling of additional market players (up to five)

Previous Versions of this Report

Mulch Films Market by Type (Clear/Transparent, Black Mulch, Colored Mulch, Photo-selective Mulch, Degradable Mulch), Application (Agricultural and Horticulture), Element (LLDPE, LDPE, HDPE, EVA, PLA, PHA) and Region - Global Forecast to 2028

Report Code AGI 4161
Published in Mar, 2016, By MarketsandMarkets™

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