Europe Drip Irrigation Market Analysis and Forecast by Size, Share, Growth, Trends 2031

The Europe drip irrigation market size is projected to reach US$ 4,619.86 million by 2031 from US$ 2,613.69 million in 2023. The market is expected to register a CAGR of 7.4% during 2023–2031. The emergence and adoption of precision irrigation is likely to bring in new trends in the market.

Europe Drip Irrigation Market Analysis

Increasing crop production using limited natural resources such as land and water and government initiatives toward water conservation practices in European agriculture fuel the growth of the Europe drip irrigation market. However, high initial investments and the lack of sustainable electricity to pump water restrain the market growth. On the other hand, the strategic developments in the European irrigation industry are expected to create lucrative opportunities for the Europe drip irrigation market players during the forecast period. Furthermore, the emergence and adoption of precision irrigation and solar-powered drip irrigation systems are expected to be the key trends in the Europe drip irrigation market from 2023 to 2031.

Europe Drip Irrigation Market Overview

New agricultural methods and technologies allow the cultivation of some types of plants without soil, whereas the development of certain crops requires a lot of water. Agriculture is one of the sectors that consume the most water resources. Irrigation is the main cause of water consumption in agriculture. It helps increase plant productivity but poses a threat to the conservation of water resources. Therefore, the issue of water shortage requires careful consideration of the trade-off between higher agricultural productivity and the deterioration of water resources.

The quantity of irrigation water used in agriculture depends on a number of factors, from cultivation and farming methods and soil characteristics to irrigation techniques. Therefore, agriculture itself offers opportunities for better water management and water savings, both through traditional agricultural practices and new agricultural technologies. Most irrigated agricultural land is in the southern regions of the EU, particularly in Spain and Italy. However, there are areas elsewhere, particularly in the Netherlands, that are equipped for irrigation. Agriculture accounts for 40% of water use in the EU, and most freshwater abstraction is for agriculture used in countries such as Greece, Spain, and Cyprus.

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Europe Drip Irrigation Market: Strategic Insights

Europe Drip Irrigation Market

• Market Size 2023
  US$ 2,613.69 Million
• Market Size 2031
  US$ 4,619.86 Million

Market Dynamics

GROWTH DRIVERS

• Increasing Crop Production Using Limited Resources

FUTURE TRENDS

• Emergence and Adoption of the Precision Irrigation

OPPORTUNITIES

• Growing Strategic Developments in the Europe Irrigation Industry

Regional Overview

• Europe

Market Segmentation

Component

• Emitters/Sprayers
• Drip Tubes/Drip Lines
• Filters
• Valves
• Pressure Pumps

Type

• Surface Drip Irrigation
• Sub-surface Drip Irrigation

Application

• Greenhouse
• Agriculture

Crop Types

• Field Crops
• Fruits and Vegetables
• Landscape Crops

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Europe Drip Irrigation Market Drivers and Opportunities

Increasing Crop Production Using Limited Resources

Rising population and increasing disposable income propel the demand for food and bring changes in dietary preferences among people. Agricultural production is limited due to increasing scarcity and deterioration of land, insufficient resources, poor water quality, and lack of investments in sustainable agriculture. Climate change is having an increasing impact on yields and rural livelihoods, while agriculture continues to cause large emissions of greenhouse gases. In Europe, agriculture continues to be affected by several events beyond farmers' control, such as climate and geopolitical crises that continue to put pressure on farmers. These impact productivity, trade, consumer demand, prices, and ultimately, farmer income. Uncertainties for farmers also arise from unpredictable extreme weather, geopolitical conflicts putting pressure on agricultural markets, and economic factors such as still-high interest rates and increased labor costs.

According to the European Food Banks Federation and EUROSTAT-2023 data, in 2022, 8.3% of the European Union (EU) population had difficulty affording a meal containing meat, fish, or vegetarian food every other day. Food affordability is a growing concern amid rising prices due to extreme weather conditions, COVID-19 pandemic, and Russia–Ukraine war. At the same time, almost 65 million tons of food waste (131 kg/inhabitant) were generated in the EU in 2021, with an associated market value estimated at US$ 138.8 billion. In addition, reliance on food banks is increasing. In 2022, European food charities reported a 20–30% increase in demand—a few countries were exempt. In the UK, the number of users of food products has risen to almost 2.9 million (the highest figure on record). At the same time, over a third of Germany's 962 food banks had to adjust to accept new applicants beyond the 2 million people they already help.

Furthermore, owing to the effect of climate change, Europe is drying out quickly. From 2018 to 2023, the region has suffered from severe drought. There is currently a drought warning for more than a quarter of the EU territory, particularly for the Iberian Peninsula. This shows that planetary boundaries for fresh water, including water available to plants, have already exceeded safe limits. Farmers are among the first and hardest hit by the drought. From Portugal to Italy, livestock farming (particularly extensive) and fruit and vegetable production, including cereals, legumes, oilseeds, olives, and grapes, are affected by the ongoing drought. The agricultural sector is the largest water consumer in Europe, especially in spring and summer. As per the European Union data, irrigation accounts for up to 60% of total water use in spring, particularly in southern Europe. In Spain, crop irrigation accounts for more than 85% of water use, with some regions experiencing a net increase of over 60% in recent decades. Thus, there is a rise in demand for crop production with limited resources such as land and water, which, in turn, is driving the demand for drip irrigation across the region.

Launch of New and Innovative Products

European farmers are striving to reduce their water consumption through water-saving irrigation technologies while optimizing their energy costs for pumping to ensure long-term economic and environmental sustainability. The companies and government-funded research projects are working on the development of advanced drip irrigation systems.

• In October 2020, Inventia Sp. z o.o., a Poland-based telemetry and location tracking equipment manufacturer, developed the AGREUS system. This new system aims to help farmers reduce the quantity of water required for irrigating their crops, which can increase yields.
• In February 2024, NORMA Group acquired Teco Srl (an irrigation products provider in Italy). Through this acquisition, the company expanded its presence in the water management and irrigation sector in Europe.
• In November 2023, the Asian Development Bank approved a US$ 48 million funding or loan to modernize the agriculture irrigation system and support institutional reforms in Georgia. This engagement will provide a modernized piped agriculture irrigation network that covers about 7,000 hectares of the Kvemo Samgori irrigation area in the agricultural region of Kakheti.
• In February 2022, The Toro Company launched the Tempus Automation system for agriculture irrigation. The system is integrated with 4G/Wi-Fi/LoRa/Bluetooth technology and outperforms the competition, especially in range, ease of installation, and use.
• In March 2024, CropX Technologies collaborated with WiseConn to streamline irrigation management for drip irrigators. This will enhance the experience of precision irrigation for WiseConn customers in North America, Europe, and Australia.

Such developments by the key companies and government-funded projects toward the development of irrigation systems in Europe are expected to create opportunities for the Europe drip irrigation market from 2023 to 2031.

Europe Drip Irrigation Market Report Segmentation Analysis

Key segments that contributed to the derivation of the Europe drip irrigation market analysis are component, type, application, and crop type.

• Based on component, the Europe drip irrigation market is categorized into emitters/sprayers, drip tubes/drip lines, filters, valves, pressure pumps, and others. The emitters/sprayers segment held the largest market share in 2023.
• In terms of application, the Europe drip irrigation market is divided into surface drip irrigation and sub-surface drip irrigation. The sub-surface drip irrigation segment dominated the market in 2023.
• In terms of application, the Europe drip irrigation market is divided into greenhouse and agriculture. The agriculture segment dominated the market in 2023.
• Based on crop type, the Europe drip irrigation market is categorized into field crops, orchard crops, landscape crops, fruits and vegetable crops, and others. The field crops segment held the largest market share in 2023.

Europe Drip Irrigation Market Share Analysis by Geography

The geographic scope of the Europe drip irrigation market report offers a detailed regional analysis. The Europe drip irrigation market is segmented into Germany, France, Italy, the UK, Russia, Spain, Greece, Bulgaria, Albania, Croatia, Macedonia, Slovenia, Serbia, Portugal, and the Rest of Europe. The region has a noteworthy agriculture sector that caters to a majority of the regional food demand. Also, it comprises a few of the major exporters of agriculture products worldwide, including Russia, Germany, the Netherlands, the UK, and Spain.

Central & Northern European countries, such as Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, Ireland, and the majority of the UK, primarily face droughts, which pose high challenges for the agriculture sector.

Europe Drip Irrigation Market Market Report Scope

Europe Drip Irrigation Market News and Recent Developments

The Europe drip irrigation market is evaluated by gathering qualitative and quantitative data post primary and secondary research, which includes important corporate publications, association data, and databases. A few of the developments in the Europe drip irrigation market are listed below:

• Netafim, the global leader in sustainable precision irrigation solutions and agricultural projects, announced the implementation of its drip irrigation system for a plantation growing carbon-storing trees at the Euston Estate, Suffolk, to ensure the project’s long-term stability, as well as increase yield and carbon-storing capabilities. (Source: Netafim, Press Release, July 2023)
• Rivulis Pte. Ltd. (“Rivulis”) announced that it has received full regulatory approval for the acquisition of multiple overseas subsidiaries, which comprise the International Irrigation Business (“IIB”) of Jain Irrigation. With this acquisition, Rivulis will lead the mass adoption of modern irrigation solutions and digital farming by growers and business partners to create an irrigation and climate leader globally. (Source: Rivulis Pte. Ltd., Press Release, April 2023)

Europe Drip Irrigation Market Report Coverage and Deliverables

The “Europe Drip Irrigation Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031)” report provides a detailed analysis of the market covering below areas:

• Europe drip irrigation market size and forecast at regional, and country levels for all the key market segments covered under the scope
• Europe drip irrigation market trends as well as market dynamics such as drivers, restraints, and key opportunities
• Detailed PEST and SWOT analysis
• Europe drip irrigation market analysis covering key market trends, regional framework, major players, regulations, and recent market developments
• Industry landscape and competition analysis covering market concentration, heat map analysis, prominent players, and recent developments for the Europe drip irrigation market
• Detailed company profiles