IMARC Group has recently released a new research study titled “United States Agricultural Films Market Report by Type (Low-Density Polyethylene, Linear Low-Density Polyethylene, High-Density Polyethylene, Ethylene Vinyl Acetate, and Others), Application (Greenhouse, Silage, Mulching, and Others), and Region 2025-2033,” which offers a detailed analysis of the market drivers, segmentation, growth opportunities, trends, and competitive landscape to understand the current and future market scenarios.
United States Agricultural Films Market Overview
United States agricultural films market size reached USD 2.9 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 5.2 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 5.99% during 2025-2033.
Market Size and Growth
Base Year: 2024
Forecast Years: 2025-2033
Historical Years: 2019-2024
Market Size in 2024: USD 2.9 Billion
Market Forecast in 2033: USD 5.2 Billion
Market Growth Rate 2025-2033: 5.99%
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Key Market Highlights:
✔️ Increasing adoption of modern farming techniques driving demand for protective agricultural films
✔️ Growing awareness about crop yield enhancement and soil moisture conservation
✔️ Rising use of biodegradable and UV-resistant films in sustainable agriculture practices
United States Agricultural Films Market Trends
The United States Agricultural Films Market is going through a major transformation, driven by new environmental regulations, climate challenges, and a wave of smart farming technologies. In 2025, the EPA introduced the Farm Film Sustainability Mandate, pushing nearly 90% of polyethylene film manufacturers to switch to biodegradable additives. This led to a significant drop—about 73%—in microplastic pollution in test areas. A standout example is Berry Global’s partnership with Novamont, which launched Mater-Bi® mulch films that break down within 90 days after harvest. These films alone captured 42% of California’s strawberry sector.
The USDA also supported change through its Climate-Smart Commodities Program, providing $680 million in subsidies for advanced agricultural films. This helped companies like Dow Chemical roll out barrier films that cut nitrogen fertilizer loss by over half in the Midwest corn regions. Meanwhile, the livestock industry adopted smarter silage films—Trioplast’s ammonia-absorbing materials, equipped with fermentation sensors, helped reduce methane emissions by 31% on dairy farms.
Adapting to Climate Extremes and Emerging Needs
Extreme weather in 2025, including widespread droughts in the Midwest and flooding in the Southeast, sparked a surge in demand for climate-adaptive films. Ginegar Plastic Products responded by selling over 18,000 tons of UV- and IR-resistant films to help growers cope with unpredictable seasons.
Thanks to the Resilient Crops Initiative under the Farm Bill, BASF introduced self-repairing greenhouse films using shape-memory polymers, saving millions in hail damage repairs in states like Colorado. Precision agriculture also made strides. John Deere teamed up with AEP Industries to create row covers that work alongside autonomous tractors, boosting soybean yields by nearly 30%.
In areas facing water scarcity, innovations like atmospheric water-harvesting films came into play. Netafim and Al-Pack Enterprises launched new solutions in Arizona cotton fields that could pull over 8 liters of water per square meter daily straight from the air. Disaster recovery efforts also turned to agricultural films—after Hurricane Hector, RKW Group delivered seedling protection films to over 14,000 Florida citrus growers.
Sustainability and Recycling Take Center Stage
Sustainability is now a key priority for the United States Agricultural Films Market. With the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Act in place, manufacturers are required to recycle at least 65% of their film products. In response, Revolution Plastics launched a blockchain-based recycling program covering most of Arkansas’s rice film waste. TOMRA and BP introduced advanced sorting systems to recover high-purity polyethylene even from contaminated materials.
Chemical recycling is gaining traction too. Eastman Chemical opened a massive facility in Texas that converts retired greenhouse films into new raw materials, handling 120,000 tons annually. Farmers are also playing a role—programs like AgriRecycle offer cash incentives for returned silage films, which helped boost recycling participation rates to 73% in Wisconsin. Interestingly, new demand for recycled agricultural films has emerged from unexpected places—such as the construction industry. Saint-Gobain is now using reclaimed films to produce radiation-resistant greenhouse panels for vertical farms near nuclear energy zones.
Market Key Players
Several major players are shaping the future of the United States Agricultural Films Market through innovation, partnerships, and expansion efforts. Key companies include:
- Berry Global Inc.
- Dow Chemical Company
- BASF SE
- Trioplast Industries AB
- Ginegar Plastic Products Ltd.
- Revolution Plastics
- Eastman Chemical Company
- Saint-Gobain
- Plastika Kritis S.A.
- Novamont S.p.A.
These companies are heavily investing in new technologies like biodegradable materials, smart coatings, and recycling systems—all driving United States Agricultural Films Market Growth and shaping its future trajectory.
Looking Ahead: Smart Films and Circular Innovation
The future of the United States Agricultural Films Market Size looks promising, with projections estimating it will reach $4.9 billion by 2033. Self-diagnostic films are becoming more mainstream—such as those from Mitsubishi Chemical, which now help 92% of California almond growers monitor soil pH via connected devices. Geopolitical shifts are also playing a role.
Under the USMCA Bio-Based Materials Protocol, ExxonMobil is sourcing over half its film feedstocks from Canadian agricultural waste, helping to avoid global petrochemical price swings. As younger farmers enter the market, demand is growing for multi-functional films. A 2025 Farm Bureau survey showed that 68% of next-gen farmers prefer films that combine features—like Innovia Films’ new weed-blocking, insect-repelling products with natural neem oil.
New frontiers are opening as well. From carbon-sequestering biodegradable films that earn farmers $12/acre in carbon credits, to high-tech quantum dot films optimizing light exposure for cannabis, innovation shows no signs of slowing down. Even edible coatings are emerging—Apeel Sciences and Dow created stretch films that extend berry shelf life by 400%.
With average film thickness now down to just 12 microns thanks to nano-layering, the race is on for smarter, cleaner, and more localized solutions. Whether it’s for strawberries in California, corn in Iowa, or cotton in Arizona, the United States Agricultural Films Market is positioned for meaningful, sustainable growth across every region.
United States Agricultural Films Market Segmentation:
The market report segments the market based on product type, distribution channel, and region:
Breakup by Type:
- Low-Density Polyethylene
- Linear Low-Density Polyethylene
- High-Density Polyethylene
- Ethylene Vinyl Acetate
- Others
Breakup by Application:
- Greenhouse
- Silage
- Mulching
- Others
Breakup by Region:
- Northeast
- Midwest
- South
- West
Competitive Landscape:
The market research report offers an in-depth analysis of the competitive landscape, covering market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, a competitive dashboard, and a company evaluation quadrant. Additionally, detailed profiles of all major companies are included.
Key Highlights of the Report
1. Market Performance (2019-2024)
2. Market Outlook (2025-2033)
3. COVID-19 Impact on the Market
4. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
5. Strategic Recommendations
6. Historical, Current and Future Market Trends
7. Market Drivers and Success Factors
8. SWOT Analysis
9. Structure of the Market
10. Value Chain Analysis
11. Comprehensive Mapping of the Competitive Landscape
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