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Contract Farming Market Size, share, Industry trends Segmentation Analysis by Type (Plant-based contract farming, Contract livestock farming, special contract farming, others) by Application (Food processing industry, Animal feed industry, Pharmaceutical industry, Export-oriented agriculture) Growth, demand, Regional Outlook, and Forecast 2024-2032

Report ID: AG335

Published : Jun 2024

Pages : 149

Category : Agriculture

Format : Contract Farming Market

REPORT ATTRIBUTEDETAILS
MARKET SIZE (2032)USD 78.09 billion
MARKET SIZE (2024)USD 59.85 billion
CAGR (2023-2029)3.3%
HISTORIC YEAR2019
BASE YEAR2023
FORECAST YEAR2032
BY TYPEPlant-based contract farming
Contract livestock farming
special contract farming
others
BY APPLICATIONFood processing industry
Animal feed industry
Pharmaceutical industry
Export-oriented agriculture
GEOGRAPHIC ANALYSISNorth America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa
KEY PLAYERSCargill Inc., Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM), Olam International Limited, Nestlé SA, Tyson Foods Inc., JBS SA, Bunge Limited, Wilmar International Limited, Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC), COFCO Corporation.

Introduction: -

Contract farming encompasses a production management system in which, the farmers commit to provide an agricultural commodity and deliver it in accordance with the quality and timing specified for that commodity, and the buyer, in turn, agrees to purchase that commodity from the farmer as long as the conditions provided in the contract are met. In exchange, farmers receive inputs like seeds and fertilizers and, often, technical services which help to reduce the financial risk and capital commitment associated with the practices employed by farmers. 

Contract farming operations have been multiplying rapidly, and they help to resolve challenges that may exist managing supply chains, produce quality, and consistency in farm-gate returns to farmers. Companies acquire more security in the provisioning of the raw materials; while a farmer now has access to resources and a market for those resources in ways that it has never been available. 

Even recognizing the potential advantages of contract farming, there are challenges associated with contract enforcement and the imbalance of negotiation power with farmers and agribusiness. Each respective challenge should be addressed simultaneously by the implementation of a strong regulatory framework; capacity building; and institutional support. Nevertheless, contract farming provides an avenue to improve agricultural productivity, productivity, and rural development, particularly in smallholder farming dominated areas. 

Fruits and vegetables, dairy, and poultry are primary sub-sectors. This is an established and developing phenomenon in most developing countries capable of inducing productivity and rural growth. However, there are challenges in terms of the philosophy that contracts should be fair to farmers, and the extent of power balance between large corporations and small-scale producers. The projected increased global demand for food and the development of supply chains means that the contract farming market will grow, using advanced technologies, and more based on sustainability.

Overall, contract farming presents a complicated ecosystem involving diverse stakeholders and changing dynamics. Effective governance, innovation, and collaboration are necessary to harness the benefits of contract farming for sustainable and inclusive agricultural development. 

The global Contract Farming Market value was USD 59.85 billion in 2024, it is Expected to Hit USD 78.09 billion by 2032 with CAGR of 3.3%

Key Takeaways:

  • Market Growth: The market is growing from USD 59.85 billion in 2024 to USD 78.09 billion by 2032, driven by rising food demand and technological advances.
  • Key Sectors: Fruits, vegetables, dairy, and poultry are primary sub-sectors, especially in developing countries.
  • Challenges: Issues include contract enforcement, power imbalances, and legal complications.
  • Market Dynamics: Responds to demand, ensures quality, manages risks, and is influenced by government policies and technology.
  • Trends: Includes vertical integration, global supply chain integration, and agri-fintech solutions.
  • Stakeholders: Farmers, agribusinesses, food processors, retailers, governments, and financial institutions are key players.
  • Opportunities: Technology solutions, organic farming, better market linkages, and value-added processing are growing areas.
  • Restraints: Challenges include power imbalances, exploitation risks, contract enforcement issues, and environmental impacts.
  • Future Outlook: Expected growth, particularly in developing markets, with a focus on digital technologies and sustainability

Contract Farming Market

Size, by Product, - (USD Billion)

Plant-based contract farming

Contract livestock farming

special contract farming

others

Other Products

3.3

The Market will Grow

At the CAGR of:

3.3%

The Forecast Market

Size for in USD:

$78.09 billion

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Market dynamics: -

The contract farming market is very robust market driven by number of factors that benefit both farmers and agribusinesses. It responds to market demand and supply chain needs, ensuring a consistent and high quality supply of agricultural products. Quality assurance is an important factor that allows agricultural companies to set specific standards for their products. It also helps reduce farmers' risks, such as price fluctuations and weather-related issues, and provides them with market and predetermined prices. Availability of inputs, technology and financial incentives continue to promote contract farming. Government policies and regulations influence its growth, and aspects of sustainable development are increasingly important. Changing consumer preferences, technological advances and globalization are contributing to the expansion of such agricultural opportunities. In addition, urbanization and evolving eating habits are increasing the demand for certain agricultural products that contract farming can provide. While this offers many benefits, it also comes with challenges related to contractual enforcement and fair distribution of benefits. Successful contract farming models meet these challenges and adapt to local conditions, making it an essential part of modern agriculture

Key Market Trends: -

Vertical integration: The trend is towards contracting companies providing farmers with seeds, fertilizers, and technical advice. This will help in better control over quality and quantity of produce, thereby leading to more efficient supply chains.

Global supply chain integration: With the increasing integration of the global food supply chain, one uses contract farming to meet the strict standards of international markets. This involves compliance with certifications such as Global GAP, Fair Trade, and Organic Standards, which are of particular relevance for the export of agricultural products.

Agri-fintech solutions: The rising agri-fintech is giving way to new financial products made to suit contract farming. Under these, there can be listed specialized loans, insurance products, and payment solutions designed in a way that the unique needs of contract farmers are met best, making it easy for them to manage their finances and investments.

Collaborative Models and Public-Private Partnerships: The trend is increasingly toward collaborative models, where multi stakeholders from governments, NGOs, and private companies come together to work on a more resilient contract farming system. Such interventions would provide comprehensive support covering infrastructure development, building capacity, and market access for farmers.

Involvement of Private Sector: Large agribusiness companies and food processors are increasingly getting involved in contract farming as a means of having access to a reliable supply of quality raw materials. This often involves investments in infrastructure, training, and inputs for the mutual interest of both the companies and the farmers.

Consumer Awareness and Ethical Sourcing: Contract farming promotes fair labour practices and sustainable farming methods as a sure way of embracing growing consumer awareness on issues of ethical sourcing. This trend is representative of corporate ethical responsibility and enables companies to build more refined ethical supply chains.

Competitive landscape: -

  • Cargill Inc. (USA)
  • Archer Daniels Midland Company (USA)
  • Olam International Limited (Singapore)
  • Nestlé SA (Switzerland)
  • Tyson Foods Inc. (USA)
  • JBS SA (Brazil)
  • Bunge Limited (USA)
  • Wilmar International Limited (Singapore)
  • Louis Dreyfus Company (Netherlands)
  • COFCO Corporation (China)

Recent development: -

  • Archer Daniels Midland Company: ADM Animal Nutrition, a division of ADM (NYSE: ADM), is expanding the recalls announced on March, 30, 2024 and April 11, 2024, to include the following additional products due to elevated levels of magnesium, sodium, calcium, chloride and/or phosphorus.
  • Archer Daniels Midland Company: CHICAGO- ADM and its global regenerative agriculture program were named a finalist in the Enterprise category of Fast Company’s 2024 World Changing Ideas Awards. Selected from a pool of more than 1,300 entries, ADM was one of 127 finalists recognized for developing creative solutions to today’s most pressing issues
  • Wilmar International Limited: December 2023, Singapore – Further to its announcement of 30 July 2023, Wilmar International Limited (“Wilmar”) announces that it has completed the disposal of its entire 30.05% equity shareholding in Cosumar S.A. (“Cosumar”), a company incorporated in Morocco and listed on the Casablanca Stock Exchange, for an aggregate cash consideration of MAD 5,962,455,660 (approximately USD 583 million).

Market Segmentation: -

By Types:

  • Plant-based contract farming
  • Contract livestock farming
  • special contract farming
  • others

By Applications:

  • Food processing industry
  • Animal feed industry
  • Pharmaceutical industry
  • Export-oriented agriculture
  • Domestic consumption

By Regions:

North America

  • USA
  • Canada
  • Mexico

Europe

  • Germany
  • Great Britain
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Other European Countries

Asia Pacific

  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Other Asia Pacific Countries

Latin America

  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Other Latin American Countries

Middle East and Africa

  • Middle East Countries
  • African Countries

Growth Drivers: -

This has several key drivers of growth. First, the rise in the world's population and changes in eating behaviour mean that market demands are widening producers can capture this opportunity by adjusting production according to the needs of the market. Very important, contract farming opens formal markets for smallholders, technology in precision agriculture and mechanization increases productivity, and risk-sharing mechanisms reduce production risk. In addition, contract farmers have access to finance, and at the same time, sustainable initiatives ensure a fair deal towards environmental protection and social equity with respect to labour. Policies of governments, together with incentives on contract farming, further this growth and hence help in rural development and poverty alleviation. Market demand, adoption of technology, management of risk, access to finance, sustainability, and government support operating for the better livelihoods of smallholders, food security, and economic development are the drivers behind the overall growth in the contract farming market.

Key stakeholders: -

  • Farmers
  • Agribusiness Firms
  • Food Processors
  • Retailers
  • Government Agencies
  • Financial Institutions
  • Consumers
  • Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and Civil Society Organizations
  • Academic and Research Institutions

Contract Farming Market

Size, by Product, - (USD Billion)

NORTH AMERICA 21

The Market will Grow

At the CAGR of:

3.3%

The Forecast Market

Size for in USD:

$78.09 billion

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Restraints: -

Although contract farming offers several benefits, it has many limitations and problems that challenge growth and effectiveness. Major among them is the imbalance in the bargaining power between the farmers and the agribusinesses, increasing the risk of exploitation and creating dependency for small farmers. Contract enforcement may also pose a very big challenge in case the legal infrastructure is weak and member farmers have difficulty holding to account the agribusinesses for breach or even non-payment.

Therefore, price volatility within the commodity market in the long run serves to decrease the income and profitability of the contract farmers. In addition, the farmer's dependence on the input suppliers reduces possible choices and raises costs. This also can mean environmental degradation due to unsustainable farming practices like soil degradation, water pollution, loss of biodiversity, and many more.

However, it is equally important that issues arise which marginalize smallholders and disrupt traditional farming practices. Legal and regulatory issues, land tenure disputes, or compliance with labour laws further complicate the landscape of contract farming.

It would be against such that all stakeholders need to act in unison by building regulatory mechanisms, ensuring fair contracts, increasing market transparency, and developing sustainable agricultural practices in a bid to make contract farming a reality toward inclusive rural development, improving livelihoods, and ensuring food supply.

Opportunity:

Several opportunities emerge in the contract farming industry. These include technology solutions providers, organic and sustainable farming practices, market linkages with agricultural technology platforms, capacity building and training capacity services, risk management solutions, government advocacy and advisory, processing and marketing add value. 

The increasing use of technology in contract farming generates demand for innovative technology solutions such as farm management and IoT solutions. As consumer preferences begin to shift towards organic and sustainable products, contract farming can begin to fill a specific space by focusing specifically on organic farming practices. Opportunities also exist to create market shifting and value-added platforms for smallholder farmers to access improved market linkages. 

Providing farmers with training programs, as well as developing risk management solutions, can provide added value to contract farming stakeholders. Additionally, governments, as well as agribusinesses can benefit substantially from advisory and consultancy services included in their contract farming experiences. Getting involved in agro processing or directly marketing and branding agricultural products can represent opportunities to gain or create additional income within the contract farming value chain. Businesses that find clear niches for their products and develop clear solutions to fit provide opportunities for business success in this dynamic industry. 

Contract Farming Market TO (USD BN)

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CAGR OF

3.3%

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Conclusion: -

The contract farming sector is now a critical part of modern agriculture, providing advantages for farmers and agribusinesses alike. It provides a clear contract between farmers and purchasers that decreases risk, ensures a regular supply of quality products, and provides income security for the farmer. Contract farming has gained traction as higher quality agricultural products are in greater demand and supply chain efficiencies count in the food and agribusiness sectors.

Key drivers of the modern contract farming market include population growth, which requires greater food production; and the desire for sustainable and traceable agricultural production. Yet, there are issues, including disparities of power for smallholder farmers vs. large commercial farms or agribusinesses, and the overall need for sound legal formalization of this industry.

The future of the contract farming market is expected to continue to grow, particularly in developing markets with agricultural modernization already underway. The agriculture sector is also adopting digital technologies that will simplify contract farming methods and processes to make them more efficient in the future. In summary, the contract farming market has meaningful potential but success will depend on fairness, laws and regulations reflecting fairness, and continued improvements in agricultural production and technologies.

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