Brazil Agricultural Irrigation Machinery - Market Share Analysis, Industry Trends & Statistics, Growth Forecasts (2025 - 2030)
Market Report I 2025-06-01 I 112 Pages I Mordor Intelligence
Brazil Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market Analysis
The Brazil agricultural irrigation machinery market reached USD 1.29 billion in 2025 and is projected to grow to USD 1.80 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 7.0%. The adoption of drip irrigation, solar-powered systems, and IoT-enabled solutions is expanding beyond traditional grain-producing regions into fruit orchards, coffee plantations, and small-scale farming operations. Federal credit programs, increased rural electricity costs, and drought recovery initiatives are expanding the customer base. The high input costs due to tariffs and licensing delays are constraining growth in the Northeast region. The market maintains moderate competition as established international equipment manufacturers compete with domestic specialists and emerging agricultural technology startups.
Brazil Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market Trends and Insights
Escalating Water Stress Prompts Federal Irrigation Schemes
The Sao Francisco River Integration Project addresses water scarcity in the semi-arid interior region. The project's new canals provide water access to 12 million people while increasing demand for precision filtration systems and salinity-resistant emitters to manage deteriorating groundwater quality. Equipment manufacturers report increased orders from collective irrigation districts that combine multiple farms for consolidated procurement.
Expansion of Irrigated Crop Acreage Via Low-Interest Credit
The Plano ABC+ facility allocated USD 82 billion for sustainable agriculture initiatives in 2024, with substantial funding directed toward irrigation infrastructure modernization on degraded pastures. Soybean producers, following cumulative drought-related losses of 280 million tons, are prioritizing center pivot irrigation systems to maintain production volumes, reduce carbon emissions, and fulfill credit eligibility requirements. Equipment manufacturers offering comprehensive irrigation solutions with agricultural technical support demonstrate market advantages.
Import Tariffs on Micro-Irrigation Components Elevate Costs
The combination of an 11.2% Most Favored Nation (MFN) duty and logistics costs increases Brazilian drip irrigation equipment prices by 30-40% compared to global prices.This price differential causes many small-scale farmers to postpone equipment purchases until domestic production increases or favorable financing options become available.
Other drivers and restraints analyzed in the detailed report include:
Adoption of Solar-Powered Pumps Driven by High Rural Electricity Tariffs / Growing Fertigation Among Fruit Growers / Salinity-Induced Maintenance of Drip Laterals /
For complete list of drivers and restraints, kindly check the Table Of Contents.
Segment Analysis
Sprinkler systems hold 48% of Brazil's agricultural irrigation machinery market share in 2024, primarily due to their versatility in irrigating grains and pastures. The drip irrigation segment is projected to grow at a 10.8% CAGR during 2025-2030, driven by increasing water scarcity and high-value fruit production. Farms in the Sao Francisco Valley demonstrate the technology's efficiency, reporting 50-60% reduction in water consumption and 20-30% savings in fertilizer use, factors that influence agricultural lending decisions. Manufacturers are developing semi-rigid lateral systems that better handle saline conditions and require less frequent flushing. They also work with regional dealers to optimize emitter spacing for various row crops, enhancing product differentiation.
Center pivot irrigation remains significant in the Cerrado grain belt, with variable rate irrigation upgrades on existing systems reducing water usage by 31% compared to fixed-rate systems, extending equipment lifespan, and creating additional revenue for service providers. Farms' decisions between drip irrigation, center pivot systems, or hybrid solutions depend on cost considerations, water accessibility, and technological infrastructure.
Electric motor units account for 67% of Brazil's agricultural irrigation machinery market revenue in 2024, primarily due to established hydroelectric infrastructure near major grain-producing regions. The increasing electricity tariffs and grid reliability issues have driven solar-powered systems to emerge as the fastest-growing segment, with an 18.6% CAGR. In the Northeast region, high solar radiation levels reduce the investment recovery period to under four agricultural seasons when utilizing subsidized financing.
Battery storage integration represents a significant development in irrigation technology. Oversized daytime solar generation combined with lithium battery systems enables night irrigation operations and maintains consistent water pressure. System providers differentiate themselves by offering customized storage solutions based on specific crop water requirements. While diesel engines remain operational in remote areas, their usage continues to decline due to reduced fuel subsidies and stricter environmental regulations. Agricultural cooperatives are exploring shared micro-grid systems for multiple farms, indicating a transition toward community-based solar infrastructure.
The Brazil Agricultural Irrigation Machinery Market is Segmented by Machinery Type (Sprinkler Irrigation, Drip/Micro Irrigation, and More), by Power Source (Electric Motor Driven, and More), by Field Size (Less Than 20 Ha (Smallholders), and More), by Crop Type (Field Crops, Fruits and Vegetables and More), and by Geography (North, Northeast, and More). The Market Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD) and Volume (Units).
List of Companies Covered in this Report:
Netafim Ltd. (An Orbia Business) / Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd. (Rivulis Irrigation Ltd.) / Valmont Industries, Inc. / Lindsay Corporation / Rain Bird Corporation / Mahindra EPC Irrigation Limited / Irritec SpA / The Toro Company / Komet Irrigation / KSB Bombas do Brasil /
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1 Introduction
1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
1.2 Scope of the Study
2 Research Methodology
3 Executive Summary
4 Market Landscape
4.1 Market Overview
4.2 Market Drivers
4.2.1 Escalating Water Stress Prompts Federal Irrigation Schemes
4.2.2 Expansion of Irrigated Crop Acreage Via Low-Interest Credit
4.2.3 Adoption of Solar-Powered Pumps Driven by High Rural Electricity Tariffs
4.2.4 Growing Fertigation Among Fruit Growers
4.2.5 IoT-Enabled Pivots Accelerated by Embrapa Digital Agriculture Programs
4.2.6 Post-Drought Modernization Incentives
4.3 Market Restraints
4.3.1 Import Tariffs on Micro-Irrigation Components Elevate Costs
4.3.2 Salinity-Induced Maintenance of Drip Laterals
4.3.3 Fragmented Smallholder Landholdings Limit Pivot Adoption
4.3.4 Licensing Delays for On-Farm Dams
4.4 Value / Supply-Chain Analysis
4.5 Regulatory Outlook
4.6 Technological Outlook
4.7 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.7.1 Threat of New Entrants
4.7.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.7.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.7.4 Threat of Substitutes
4.7.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
5 Market Size and Growth Forecasts (Value, USD)
5.1 By Machinery Type
5.1.1 Sprinkler Irrigation
5.1.2 Drip Irrigation
5.1.3 Pivot and Linear Move Systems
5.2 By Power Source
5.2.1 Electric Motor Driven
5.2.2 Diesel Engine Driven
5.2.3 Solar-Powered
5.3 By Field Size
5.3.1 Less Than 20 ha (Smallholders)
5.3.2 20-200 ha (Medium Farms)
5.3.3 More Than 200 ha (Large Enterprises)
5.4 By Crop Type
5.4.1 Field Crops
5.4.2 Fruits and Vegetables
5.4.3 Ornamentals
5.4.4 Plantation Crops
5.5 By Geography
5.5.1 North
5.5.2 Northeast
5.5.3 Central-West
5.5.4 Southeast
5.5.5 South
6 Competitive Landscape
6.1 Market Concentration
6.2 Most Adopted Strategies
6.3 Market Share Analysis
6.4 Company Profiles (includes Global level Overview, Market level Overview, Core Segments, Financials, Strategic Information, Market Rank/Share, Products and Services, Recent Developments)
6.4.1 Netafim Ltd. (An Orbia Business)
6.4.2 Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd. (Rivulis Irrigation Ltd.)
6.4.3 Valmont Industries, Inc.
6.4.4 Lindsay Corporation
6.4.5 Rain Bird Corporation
6.4.6 Mahindra EPC Irrigation Limited
6.4.7 Irritec SpA
6.4.8 The Toro Company
6.4.9 Komet Irrigation
6.4.10 KSB Bombas do Brasil
7 Market Opportunities and Future Outlook
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