Japan Glyphosate Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast by Crop Type, GMO Adoption, and Region, 2026-2034

Japan Glyphosate Market Overview:

The Japan glyphosate market size reached USD 560.81 Million in 2025. The market is projected to reach USD 758.23 Million by 2034, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 3.41% during 2026-2034. The market is driven by the rapid adoption of smart agriculture technologies and precision herbicide application systems that enhance efficiency while reducing labor requirements. Government-led environmental sustainability mandates are also reshaping agrochemical usage patterns through the MIDORI Strategy's ambitious targets for reducing chemical pesticide use by half by 2050. Japan's aging farming population, with the average farmer age exceeding 67 years, is accelerating demand for labor-saving herbicide solutions and automated application technologies. These converging factors are expanding the Japan glyphosate market share across diverse agricultural segments.

Japan Glyphosate Market Trends:

Rapid Adoption of Smart Agriculture Technologies and Precision Herbicide Application Systems

Japan's agricultural sector is experiencing transformative technological advancement through widespread deployment of smart farming solutions that integrate automated herbicide application systems with real-time data analytics. Precision agriculture technologies, including drone-based spraying systems and GPS-guided machinery, are revolutionizing weed control practices by enabling targeted glyphosate application that minimizes chemical usage while maximizing effectiveness. In February 2025, Terra Dro ne Corporation was selected by Japan's Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries for smart agriculture verification projects in Southeast Asia, demonstrating government support for drone-based pesticide and fertilizer spraying utilizing high-precision positioning technology. During a workshop held in Jakarta on February 6, 2025, Terra Drone presented innovations showing that agricultural drones reduce labor requirements by up to 80 percent and enable hectare treatment in approximately 10 minutes compared to traditional methods. These precision application systems allow farmers to apply glyphosate only where needed, significantly reducing overall herbicide consumption per hectare while maintaining or improving weed control efficacy. Predictive weed mapping and automated spray pattern optimization are made possible by the combination of artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms, which further improves application accuracy. IoT sensors and networking capabilities that enable real-time monitoring of application rates, coverage patterns, and environmental variables are becoming more and more common among producers of agricultural equipment. This technological evolution is particularly critical in Japan where labor shortages and an aging farming population necessitate automation solutions that can maintain agricultural productivity with fewer human operators.

Government-Led Environmental Sustainability Mandates Reshaping Agrochemical Usage

Japanese agricultural policy is undergoing fundamental transformation through the implementation of comprehensive environmental sustainability initiatives that directly impact herbicide utilization patterns and market dynamics. Japan's MIDORI Strategy represents a landmark policy framework mandating a 50 percent reduction in risk-weighted chemical pesticide use by 2050, with the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries allocating JPY 2.2683 trillion (USD 15.1 billion) for subsidizing farmers who halve synthetic applications. This substantial financial commitment demonstrates government resolve to transition toward more sustainable agricultural practices while supporting farmers through the adjustment period. The strategy establishes direct payment mechanisms for environmentally friendly agriculture, creating economic incentives for adopting integrated pest management approaches that optimize glyphosate usage rather than eliminating it entirely. Glyphosate's role in conservation tillage and no-till farming systems aligns well with environmental objectives by reducing soil erosion and preserving soil carbon stocks, positioning it favorably within the evolving regulatory framework. Agricultural cooperatives and extension services are actively promoting best management practices that emphasize judicious herbicide use, including rotation of chemical modes of action, integration with mechanical and cultural weed control methods, and adoption of precision application technologies. Research institutions are developing new formulations and application protocols that minimize environmental impact while maintaining weed control effectiveness, supported by government research funding initiatives. The regulatory environment is also driving innovation in alternative weed management technologies, creating both challenges and opportunities for glyphosate manufacturers to demonstrate their products' compatibility with sustainable agriculture principles through improved formulations and application systems.

Aging Farming Population Accelerating Demand for Labor-Saving Herbicide Solutions

Japan confronts an unprecedented demographic challenge in its agricultural sector, with profound implications for herbicide demand and application methods that favor efficient solutions requiring minimal manual labor. The Japan glyphosate market growth is significantly influenced by the nation's agricultural workforce declining from 5.42 million in 1985 to 1.75 million in 2015, representing a 60 percent decrease, while the average farmer age reached 67 years according to Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries census data. Among those primarily engaged in agriculture, 63.5 percent were aged 65 or older in 2015, creating acute labor shortages that fundamentally alter crop protection strategies and technology adoption patterns. This demographic reality makes labor-intensive weed control methods increasingly impractical, driving strong demand for broad-spectrum herbicides like glyphosate that enable efficient weed management with minimal physical exertion and time investment. The aging farmer population particularly values glyphosate's effectiveness in eliminating pre-planting weed competition without requiring multiple mechanical cultivation passes that demand physical stamina and operating skills. Rural depopulation trends are intensifying land consolidation patterns, with remaining farmers managing larger acreages that further emphasize the importance of efficient herbicide solutions enabling single-operator management of extensive areas. Younger farmers entering the industry demonstrate strong preference for technology-enabled farming approaches that incorporate automated application equipment, GPS guidance systems, and data-driven decision support tools that optimize herbicide usage. The Japanese government recognizes these demographic constraints as primary drivers for promoting smart agriculture initiatives, with substantial policy support and funding directed toward technologies that enhance agricultural productivity while reducing physical labor requirements. This demographic pressure creates sustained demand for glyphosate and complementary technologies that enable aging farmers to maintain production levels despite reduced physical capacity and available workforce.

Japan Glyphosate Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country and regional levels for 2026-2034. Our report has categorized the market based on crop type and GMO adoption.

Crop Type Insights:

• Grains and Cereals
• Pulses and Oilseeds
• Fruits and Vegetables
• Commercial Crops
• Others

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the crop type. This includes grains and cereals, pulses and oilseeds, fruits and vegetables, commercial crops, and others.

GMO Adoption Insights:

• GM Crops
• Non-GM Crops

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the GMO adoption have also been provided in the report. This includes GM crops and non-GM crops.

Regional Insights:

• Kanto Region
• Kansai/Kinki Region
• Central/Chubu Region
• Kyushu-Okinawa Region
• Tohoku Region
• Chugoku Region
• Hokkaido Region
• Shikoku Region

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Kanto Region, Kansai/Kinki Region, Central/Chubu Region, Kyushu-Okinawa Region, Tohoku Region, Chugoku Region, Hokkaido Region, and Shikoku Region.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

Japan Glyphosate Market News:

• January 2025: Sumitomo Chemical completed full acquisition of European crop-protection sales subsidiary Philagro Holding S.A. in France, with planned acquisition of Kenogard in Spain. This strategic consolidation strengthens Sumitomo Chemical's European crop protection and distribution capabilities, expanding the company's global footprint in agricultural chemical markets including herbicide segments.
• December 2024: Idemitsu Kosan acquired Agro-Kanesho for JPY 23 billion (USD 154 million), entering Japan's pesticide market. The acquisition strengthened Idemitsu Kosan's agricultural input portfolio by adding crop protection products to meet increasing demand for sustainable farming solutions across Japanese agricultural markets.

Japan Glyphosate Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the Japan glyphosate market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What is the breakup of the Japan glyphosate market on the basis of crop type?
• What is the breakup of the Japan glyphosate market on the basis of GMO adoption?
• What is the breakup of the Japan glyphosate market on the basis of region?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the Japan glyphosate market?
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the Japan glyphosate market?
• What is the structure of the Japan glyphosate market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the Japan glyphosate market?

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC's industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the Japan glyphosate market from 2020-2034.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the Japan glyphosate market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the Japan glyphosate industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.