Irrigation Automation Market Size

Irrigation Automation Market size was valued at USD 4.9 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 38.5 billion by the end of 2036, registering around 17.3% CAGR during the forecast period i.e., between 2024-2036. In 2024, the industry size of irrigation automation is assessed at USD 5.7 billion.

The irrigation automation market growth can be attributed to the growing water wastage in irrigation practices. According to the National Institutes of Health, agriculture is the most water-intensive industry accounting for around 70% of the withdrawal volume. Traditional irrigation methods result in various types of water losses, such as seepage, erosion, water logging, deep percolation, salinization, and runoff. Growing water scarcity has accelerated demand for irrigation automation, as it supplies water to crops based on real-time soil water availability. This approach maintains soil water potential, ensures consistent irrigation, and maximizes water savings. By scheduling irrigation according to crop water needs, these systems deliver the right amount of water at the right time, resulting in efficient and sustainable water use.