Global Beneficial Insects Market Size By Type (Parasitoids, Pollinators, Pathogens), By Application (Crop Production, Crop Protection), By Geographic Scope And Forecast

Beneficial Insects Market Size And Forecast

Beneficial Insects Market size was valued at USD 502.73 Million in the year 2024 and it is expected to reach USD 1013.24 Million in 2031, growing at a CAGR of 10.10% from 2024 to 2031.

The increase in demand for food security for the increasing population, improved demand for organic food products, and the benefit of beneficial insects is the factor driving the market growth of the Beneficial Insects Market. The Global Beneficial Insects Market report provides a holistic evaluation of the market. The report offers a comprehensive analysis of key segments, trends, drivers, restraints, competitive landscape, and factors that are playing a substantial role in the market.

Global Beneficial Insects Market Definition

Beneficial insects help with pollination and occasionally act as natural pesticides, having a positive impact on organic produce and sustainable agriculture. Agricultural, horticultural, and other environments benefit from the services that beneficial insects offer by pollinating plants, reducing pest populations, and improving the health of our ecosystem. Large or macro-sized beneficial insects are specially referred to as microbial. Beneficial insects protect plants and crops against damaging insect pests and broaden the ecological richness of overall ecosystem settings.

The production, trade, and use of these insects for a variety of applications, including pollination, ecological restoration, and biological pest management, are all part of the global market for beneficial insects. It includes the cultivation and breeding of beneficial insects, their commercialization, and their distribution to end-users, such as farmers, greenhouse operators, and gardeners. Beneficial insects are carnivorous and parasitic by nature, and they are frequently utilized in integrated pest management (IPM) or organic farming as a pest control method.

These insects can be actively introduced into a garden habitat, or they can be naturally drawn there by neighboring plants that produce pollen and nectar. Some of the examples of these plants include dandelion, milkweed, rose, cilantro, marigold, and rose. In order for them to flourish and control plant pests, beneficial insects must also receive the appropriate protection. Among these insects, ladybirds, lacewings, assassin bugs, and tachinid flies are the most prevalent and helpful. The Beneficial Insects Market includes a wide variety of helpful insects, such as beetles, earwigs, parasitic wasps, predatory mites, hoverflies, and bumblebees.

These insects are utilized as pollinators to increase crop yields or as organic substitutes for chemical pesticides. The adverse impact of chemical pesticides on the environment, increased demand for organic produce, and greater awareness of sustainable agriculture are some of the factors propelling the expansion of the global market for beneficial insects. Improvements in insect-rearing methods, research and development initiatives, and favorable government policies that support the use of biological control agents contribute to the industry’s growth.

Global Beneficial Insects Market Overview

In the Global Beneficial Insects Market, microbial or beneficial insects can be defined as the appropriate use of insects that offer useful services in agriculture, horticulture, and pest management. These insects are mainly used for soil enrichment, pollination, and biological control. Integrated pest management (IPM) techniques, which emphasize the use of a variety of pest control methods, including helpful insects, are becoming increasingly prevalent. In the early phases of pest development, the IPM program primarily aims to use beneficial bugs for pest management, whereas insecticides are used as a last resort.

The effectiveness of beneficial insects increases by multiple folds if they are released when the populations of pests are between low to medium. Beneficial insects require a considerable amount of time to control pests since they do not function as quickly as pesticides or insecticides. IPM initiatives encourage the use of biocontrol substances like microbial. The rise in the adoption of integrated pest management (IPM) will spur market expansion. A rise in the global population and an increase in awareness of people have resulted in the growing demand for sustainable agricultural practices.

There is an increase in demand for sustainable and environmentally friendly practices due to ecological concerns about the effects of conventional agriculture methods. Beneficial insects provide a safe, and effective alternative to chemical pesticides for pest control. Gradually, the dependence on chemical pesticides is reducing. Due to the rising demand from consumers for organic produce, the organic farming industry has been thriving globally. The vital role that beneficial insects play in organic farming systems by providing pest control without the use of synthetic pesticides has fueled the need for microbial.

A crucial trend that is becoming increasingly popular in the market of Beneficial Insects Market is technological advancements in mass rearing & distribution, and product innovation. Beneficial insects can now be produced and distributed on a commercial scale because of the improvements in rearing methods, such as automated mass production systems, better packaging, and distribution strategies. As a result, the market has grown in terms of accessibility and availability. Furthermore, Chemical pesticide use has decreased as a result of strict restrictions on their use and consumer preferences for pesticide-free produce.

This has increased the demand for alternative pest management techniques boosting the adoption of beneficial insects. On the other hand, certain factors such as lack of awareness among farmers, challenges in large-scale production, and cost considerations can hinder market growth. In some circumstances, the cost of growing and using beneficial insects is more than that of using chemical pesticides. This expense element could be problematic, particularly for small-scale farmers with limited finances. Scaling up the production of beneficial insects can be difficult because of various reasons, such as high rates of mortality during rearing, susceptibility to environmental conditions, and challenges in maintaining constant quality and quantity.

Global Beneficial Insects Market Segmentation Analysis

The Global Beneficial Insects Market is segmented on the basis of Type, Application, and Geography.

Beneficial Insects Market, By Type

• Parasitoids
• Pollinators
• Pathogens
• Predators

Based on Type, The market is segmented into Parasitoids, Pollinators, Pathogens, and Predators. The predator segment holds a large number of shares in the market because the predators are the market leaders because they destroy and feed many preys (pests/insects) during their lifetime or evolution. They catch and eat other creatures such as insects and mites. Predators include ladybugs, carabines, lacewings, hoverflies, aphid midges (Aphidoletes), and bees. Parasitoids are insects that parasitize other insects. The immature stage occurs on or within the host and eventually kills it. Parasitoids can affect all life stages of the host, which is the factor that boosts the market growth of the Beneficial Insects Market.

Beneficial Insects Market, By Application

• Crop Production
• Crop Protection

Based on Application, The market is segmented into Crop Production and Crop Protection. The Crop protection segment holds a large number of shares in the market because of the increase in demand for organic food products, and beneficial insects play an essential role in preventing pests, diseases, and weeds. These beneficial insects are widely used as biological control agents to protect crops from pests that destroy various crops that can adversely affect plant health and yield. Pests such as aphids, scale insects, and whiteflies attack plants by sucking sap and eating leaves, affecting plant growth and reducing productivity. Predators such as ladybugs are an effective means of biological control of these soft pest species by reducing population levels, which is the factor that boosts the market growth of the Beneficial Insects Market.

Beneficial Insects Market, By Geography

• North America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
• Rest of the world

On the basis of Geography, the Global Beneficial Insects Market is classified into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the world. The North American region holds a large number of shares in the market because of the growing awareness regarding the benefits of organic products among the consumers, adoption of IPM practices, increased advancement in technology in farming, and increase in environmental problems are leading to the growth of the market in the region. At the same time, Asia-Pacific is the fastest-growing region because of the increasing investments from several multinational manufacturers. Also, an increase in research and development initiatives regarding the new varieties of beneficial insects and their effective control methods is the factor that increased the market growth of the Beneficial Insects Market.

Key Players

The “Global Beneficial Insects Market” study report will provide valuable insight with an emphasis on the global market. The major players in the market are Tip Top Bio Control, Applied Bio-Nomics Ltd., Natural Insect Control, Biobest NV, Dudutech, BiolineAgrosciences Ltd., Biological Services, Fargro Ltd., Biobee Biological Systems Ltd., and Arbico Organics.

Our market analysis also entails a section solely dedicated to such major players wherein our analysts provide an insight into the financial statements of all the major players, along with its product benchmarking and SWOT analysis. The competitive landscape section also includes key development strategies, market share, and market ranking analysis of the above-mentioned players globally.

Key Developments

• In May 2023, Biobest, a global leader in biological control and pollination, made the announcement by signing a non-binding letter of intent to purchase BioWorks, Inc., a manufacturer and marketer of the top biopesticides in the business with headquarters in New York. With the help of BioWorks’ cutting-edge portfolio of biopesticides for disease and insect control and its competence in product development, marketing, and logistics, the acquisition will hasten Biobest Group’s expansion into biopesticides.
• In February 2021, Bioline Agrosciences, a global biocontrol company, announced the acquisition of Dudutech, an African biocontrol company, from Flamingo Group International, a British company and global leader in horticultural agribusiness. For Bioline Agrosciences, which positions itself as a major participant in the development and commercialization of biocontrol products, the acquisition of Dudutech is a significant move.

Report Scope

Research Methodology of Market Research

To know more about the Research Methodology and other aspects of the research study