Agricultural Sprayers Market Size, By Product, By Power Source, By Capacity, By Crop, By Technology, By Distribution Channel, By Application, Growth Forecast, 2025 – 2034

Agricultural Sprayers Market Size

The global agricultural sprayers market was valued at USD 611.2 million in 2024 and is estimated to register a CAGR of 4.5% between 2025 and 2034. The market is experiencing growth due to the growing use of precision agriculture, which is coupled with the increasing demand for efficient crop protection measures. The companies have also undertaken several strategic acquisitions and entered partnerships to bolster their technology and product portfolio. For instance, in January 2023, Deere & Company acquired Smart Apply, a company that manufactures intelligent spray control system to improve the air-blast sprayer technology.
 

The growing adoption of self-propelled sprayers, especially the engine-powered, is transforming the agriculture sector as they improve efficiency in spraying while reducing wastage of chemicals. Such systems not only enhance the yield of crops but also go hand in hand with sustainable farming practices since the damage done to the environment is minimal. Moreover, the trend of decreasing the amount of chemicals used and ensuring food is safe is encouraging farmers to purchase new sprayers that provide enhanced control and precision.

On top of that, the agriculture equipment market is also growing at quite a considerable rate supported by the increased need for efficient farming and technological improvement on machinery. Given that the world’s population is increasing every day, the demand for the supply of food and environmentally friendly agricultural practices is paramount. More and more farmers are adopting new agriculture equipment such as precision planters, automated harvesters, and smart irrigation systems to improve their results and production. It is expected that the agriculture equipment market will continue to increase and reach around USD 250 Billion revenue by 2032, at more than 5% CAGR.
 

Agricultural Sprayers Market Trends

The agriculture sprayers market is evolving rapidly with the new developments in precision spraying technology with the use of advanced sensing, automation, and data analytics. Such technology permits the farmers to use pesticides and fertilizers to an exceptional degree whilst ensuring maximum effectiveness with little to no environmental concerns.
 

There is a growing trend in smart spraying systems and making the application rates flexible while based on real-time data concerning the particular crop or soil, and thus there is more of a shift in the market towards data-driven agriculture. For instance, in April 2023, Bosch BASF Smart Farming made an announcement for the partnership with AGCO Corporation to incorporate and market the smart spraying technology for use on the Fendt Rogator sprayers. And the partnership focused and aimed at the joint development of features of the precision method of spraying.
 

There is great potential in the market with the advent of smart spraying technologies such as autonomous sprayers and drones, giving the farmers new strategies to enhance their operational productivity and cut down on input costs. At the same time, the surge of demand for organic farming is creating the hole that requires better sprayers that limit contaminants and use environmentally friendly approaches to farming, including fewer chemicals.
 

Additionally, the agricultural sprayers market competes with new challenges such as technological advancement and integration with old sprayers already existing in the market. The increased costs can be a deterrent for smallholder farmers transitioning to sprayers from manual methods. Further to this, sprayer technologies' integration with preexisting agricultural equipment and practices proves complex and burdensome in terms of having to train different sections of the economy and building the necessary infrastructure.
 

Agricultural Sprayers Market Analysis

Based on product, the market is divided into handheld sprayers, knapsack sprayers, trailed sprayers, mounted sprayers, self-propelled sprayers, aerial sprayers, and others. In 2024, the self-propelled sprayers segment was valued at over USD 100 million.
 

• The growth of the segment can be attributed to the consistent advancements in GPS, automated systems, and other technological solutions.
   
• Also, the use of real-time monitoring systems, variable rate technology, and other smart technologies helps farmers manage inputs while also protecting the environment. As a result, these soybean sprayers are particularly useful in today's precision agriculture.
   
• Given Industry 4.0’s increased emphasis on sustainable and environmentally friendly agriculture, there is likely to be greater demand for self-propelled sprayers, thereby increasing the adoption of smart and effective crop management measures.

 

Based on power source, the agricultural sprayers market is categorized into manual, battery-operated, engine-driven, solar-powered. The engine-driven segment is anticipated to register a CAGR of over 3% from 2025 to 2034.
 

• The demand for engine-driven sprayers is increasing due to the rising scope of mechanization in agriculture, the increase in the value of agricultural produce, and lowered use of chemicals.
   
• Farmers concerned about the environment are being attracted by advancements in diesel engine technology, such as increased fuel efficiency and decreased carbon emissions.
   
• Engine-driven sprayers, along with the improving technologies of agricultural equipment and interests in precision farming, are expected to add value to effective crop care and management practices. The section is headed for expansion due to the continued development of existing technologies and increasing interest in and appreciation of environmentally friendly agricultural practices.

 

Asia Pacific dominated the global agricultural sprayers market with a major share of over 50% in 2024.
 

• With food security as a priority, China is an emerging market for agricultural sprayers with an increased uptake of modern agriculture.
   
• Also, in India, Vietnam, and Thailand, there is an increasing trend of investment in agricultural machinery and technology aimed at increasing productivity and addressing food security needs. There is likely to be a significant increase in the demand for effective agricultural sprayers as farmers in these countries realize the advantages of mechanization and precision agriculture.
   
• Also, the North American market has experienced significant growth owing to the use of modern farming techniques, large-scale investments into new technologies, and a shift in concentration in the specialization of farming.
   
• Farmers in the U.S. are leading in the adoption of modern application methods as they are seeking investments that improve the operational efficiency and quality of the yield.
   
• Europe has experienced a shift in the market, as consumer engagement with the agricultural effect on soil and even biodiversity has increased. Consumers now are wanting the sprayers and farmers' tools that involve smart robotics. This includes data analysis and precision application methods.
   
• Rounding up, as there is growth in organic farming in Europe, this creates a demand for specialized sprayers and eco-friendly gear, which is parallel to the improvements in efficiency and sustainability in the farming world.
   

Agricultural Sprayers Market Share

John Deere, CNH Industrial, and AGCO hold a significant market share of over 28% in the market.
 

• Leading companies have vast networks which help them to build a strong relationship with other stakeholders and have access to markets across the globe and thus, have a knowledge of various technologies. They are also investing in R&D to improve their products by making use of superior materials and technologies.
   
• Furthermore, players such as Mahindra & Mahindra are working alongside other businesses to boost their services. As an example, CropX’s purchase of EnGeniousAg in September 2024 accentuates the trend of integrating advanced technologies for optimizing agricultural methods. These companies are also organizing systems of smart manufacturing enabling better production processes, better operations and an improved experience for consumers.
   

Agricultural Sprayers Market Companies

Major players operating in the agricultural sprayers industry include:

• AGCO
• CNH Industrial
• Excel Industries
• Jacto
• John Deere
• Kubota
• Kuhn
• Mahindra & Mahindra
• Valtra
• YTO Group  
   

The sprayers market within the agricultural sector is an extremely competitive one with many companies trying to capture slices of the market by innovating and coming up with deadly products. The push for modern agricultural practices such as precision farming and cost reduction is the main propeller of competition in the industry. Firms are focused on sprayer development with GPS systems, drone technologies, variable rate controllers as well as sensor automation to meet modern agricultural needs.
 

In other regions of the world, local and regional manufacturers are entering the competition by providing cheaper solutions that can be tailored for smaller and middle-sized farmers. These players serve the purpose of handling custom crop types within specific regions alongside addressing farmers concern within these areas regarding size and weather conditions. They are considered competitive in regions where price is a major factor due to their ability to provide low-cost products that are easy to use and meet specific agricultural needs.
 

Agricultural Sprayers Industry News

• In September 2024, Kubota Corporation and Kubota North America, its US based subsidiary announced their purchase of Bloomfield Robotics. The purchase was a long-term goal for Kubota, as they hoped to combine Bloomfield’s Medicare insights with their crop monitoring technology. The purpose was to facilitate evolution in the farming industry and further amalgamate tractors, sprayers and other farming machines with us market more efficiently, especially in the specialty crop sector.
   
• In June 2024, Kverneland Group and DAT collaborated with the purpose of widening the market share of precision spraying systems. This partnership will allow DAT Ecopatch system to be fitted inside Kverneland sprayers in Norway, Germany, Netherlands and other parts of Europe.
   

The agricultural sprayers market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of revenue ($Bn) and shipment (Units) from 2021 to 2034, for the following segments:

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Market, By Product

• Handheld sprayer
• Knapsack sprayer
• Trailed sprayer
• Mounted sprayer
• Self-propelled sprayer
• Aerial sprayer
• Others

Market, By Power Source

• Manual
• Battery-operated
• Engine-driven
• Solar-powered

Market, By Capacity

• Low volume
• Medium volume
• High volume

Market, By Crop

• Cereals & grains
• Oilseeds & pulses
• Fruits & vegetables
• Others

Market, By Technology

• Hydraulic nozzles
• Air-assisted electrostatic
• Ultra-Low Volume (ULV) spraying
• Precision spraying
• Others

Market, By Distribution Channel

• Online
• Offline

Market, By Application

• Field spraying
• Orchard spraying
• Plantation spraying
• Others

The above information is provided for the following regions and countries:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • UK
  • Germany
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Nordics
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • South Korea
  • Southeast Asia 
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Argentina 
• MEA
  • UAE
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia