Market overview
The global crop mulch biopolymers market is worth USD 723 mn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 2.2 bn by 2036, growing at a 12.0% CAGR. China is the largest country market and PBAT blends is the largest by polymer segment.
| Scope | Biodegradable polymer mulch films for farms based on PBAT, PLA, starch blends and PHA that are ploughed into the soil after harvest. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Chemicals and Materials |
| Value 2025 | USD 640 mn |
| Value 2026 | USD 723 mn |
| Value 2036 | USD 2.2 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 12.0% |
| Volume 2026 | 146,169 tonnes |
| Volume 2036 | 431,892 tonnes |
| Average price 2026 | USD 4,948 per tonne |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Crop Mulch Biopolymers market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 723 mn |
| 2027 | USD 810 mn |
| 2028 | USD 907 mn |
| 2029 | USD 1.0 bn |
| 2030 | USD 1.1 bn |
| 2031 | USD 1.3 bn |
| 2032 | USD 1.4 bn |
| 2033 | USD 1.6 bn |
| 2034 | USD 1.8 bn |
| 2035 | USD 2.0 bn |
| 2036 | USD 2.2 bn |
Crop Mulch Biopolymers market segmentation
By polymer
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PBAT blends | 52.0% | 48.6% | USD 376 mn | 11.2% |
| Starch blends | 22.0% | 19.6% | USD 159 mn | 10.7% |
| PLA blends | 12.0% | 14.0% | USD 87 mn | 13.7% |
| PHA and others | 14.0% | 17.8% | USD 101 mn | 14.7% |
By crop
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vegetables | 38.0% | 37.2% | USD 275 mn | 11.8% |
| Fruits and berries | 22.0% | 20.6% | USD 159 mn | 11.3% |
| Cotton | 16.0% | 18.7% | USD 116 mn | 13.8% |
| Tobacco and others | 24.0% | 23.5% | USD 174 mn | 11.8% |
By film thickness
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Below 15 micron | 29.0% | 27.0% | USD 210 mn | 11.2% |
| 15 to 25 micron | 51.0% | 50.0% | USD 369 mn | 11.8% |
| Above 25 micron | 20.0% | 23.0% | USD 145 mn | 13.6% |
By colour
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 62.0% | 58.0% | USD 448 mn | 11.3% |
| Transparent | 24.0% | 24.0% | USD 174 mn | 12.0% |
| Reflective and coloured | 14.0% | 18.0% | USD 101 mn | 14.8% |
By farm size
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Large commercial farms | 39.0% | 42.0% | USD 282 mn | 12.8% |
| Mid-size farms | 36.0% | 35.0% | USD 260 mn | 11.7% |
| Smallholders | 25.0% | 23.0% | USD 181 mn | 11.1% |
Top 25 countries for crop mulch biopolymers by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 86.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 96.1%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | USD 333 mn | 46.0% | USD 1.2 bn | 13.6% |
| 2 | Italy | USD 51 mn | 7.0% | USD 106 mn | 7.6% |
| 3 | France | USD 43 mn | 6.0% | USD 103 mn | 9.1% |
| 4 | Spain | USD 36 mn | 5.0% | USD 90 mn | 9.5% |
| 5 | United States | USD 36 mn | 5.0% | USD 103 mn | 11.1% |
| 6 | Japan | USD 29 mn | 4.0% | USD 54 mn | 6.4% |
| 7 | South Korea | USD 29 mn | 4.0% | USD 72 mn | 9.5% |
| 8 | Germany | USD 25 mn | 3.5% | USD 58 mn | 8.7% |
| 9 | Turkey | USD 22 mn | 3.0% | USD 67 mn | 12.0% |
| 10 | India | USD 18 mn | 2.5% | USD 88 mn | 17.1% |
| 11 | Mexico | USD 6.7 mn | 0.9% | USD 21 mn | 12.2% |
| 12 | Brazil | USD 6.2 mn | 0.8% | USD 20 mn | 12.3% |
| 13 | Portugal | USD 5.7 mn | 0.8% | USD 17 mn | 11.4% |
| 14 | Greece | USD 5.7 mn | 0.8% | USD 17 mn | 11.4% |
| 15 | Netherlands | USD 5.2 mn | 0.7% | USD 16 mn | 11.5% |
| 16 | Canada | USD 5.2 mn | 0.7% | USD 16 mn | 11.5% |
| 17 | Morocco | USD 5.2 mn | 0.7% | USD 18 mn | 13.0% |
| 18 | Poland | USD 4.7 mn | 0.7% | USD 15 mn | 12.3% |
| 19 | Egypt | USD 4.7 mn | 0.7% | USD 16 mn | 13.2% |
| 20 | Israel | USD 4.3 mn | 0.6% | USD 13 mn | 11.6% |
| 21 | Australia | USD 4.3 mn | 0.6% | USD 13 mn | 11.6% |
| 22 | Argentina | USD 4.3 mn | 0.6% | USD 13 mn | 11.6% |
| 23 | Belgium | USD 3.8 mn | 0.5% | USD 11 mn | 11.6% |
| 24 | Vietnam | USD 3.8 mn | 0.5% | USD 13 mn | 13.0% |
| 25 | Thailand | USD 3.3 mn | 0.5% | USD 11 mn | 12.9% |
| Rest of world | USD 28 mn | 3.9% | USD 89 mn | 12.1% |
Source: Compare Market Research analysis.
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- BASF
- Novamont
- Mitsubishi Chemical
- NatureWorks
- TotalEnergies Corbion
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Kingfa
- Barbier Group
- Armando Alvarez
- RKW Group
- Tama Plastic Industry
- Organix Solutions
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- BioBag
- Xinjiang Blue Ridge Tunhe
- Jinhui Zhaolong High Technology
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the crop mulch biopolymers market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 12.0% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by polymer, by crop, by film thickness, by colour, by farm size. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the crop mulch biopolymers market?
The global crop mulch biopolymers market is estimated at USD 640 mn in 2025 and USD 723 mn in 2026.
How fast will the crop mulch biopolymers market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 2.2 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 12.0% from 2026, an increase of USD 1.5 bn.
Which country is the largest market for crop mulch biopolymers?
China is the largest market by revenue at USD 333 mn in 2026, 46.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 59.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, India is growing fastest at 17.1% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which crop mulch biopolymers segment is largest?
In the by polymer split, PBAT blends is the largest segment with 52.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading crop mulch biopolymers companies?
Global leaders include BASF, Novamont, Mitsubishi Chemical, NatureWorks.
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