Armatrex Spray-On Antimicrobial Now Available
Merck Animal Health, known as MSD Animal Health outside of the United States and Canada, has announced the commercial availability of Armatrex (silane quaternary ammonium salt), an EPA-registered, spray-on antimicrobial solution, as part of a partnership agreement with Good Salt Life, LLC, the product manufacturer.
Merck Animal Health will market and sell the product in the United States..
“The importance of biosecurity and protecting animals and property from disease spread is a top concern for consumers and producers alike,” said Justin Welsh, DVM, executive director of livestock technical services at Merck Animal Health, in a prepared statement. “Directly aligned with our strategy of prevention, we are excited to partner with Good Salt Life, LLC, to provide this innovative product because biosecurity and pathogen control are essential parts of the food supply chain.”
“Keeping animals healthy starts with maintaining clean environments. That’s really what this partnership is about,” said Adrian Fulle, president and CEO of Good Salt Life, LLC, in the prepared statement. “Armatrex gives producers and other animal health stakeholders an easy-to-use tool that works long after it’s applied. We’re excited to work with Merck Animal Health to provide this technology to market and help improve biosecurity across animal health facilities.”
The ready-to-use formulation does not require mixing or measuring. Armatrex can be applied with induction-charged technology to provide uniform coverage of treated surfaces, decreasing product waste. It does not cause microbial adaptation, resistance or mutation, the companies report.
Armatrex is available in one-gallon, five-gallon, or 55-gallon presentations from Merck Animal Health or its distributors.
In addition to Armatrex, Good Salt Life, LLC, offers advanced chemical delivery systems for antimicrobial solutions on surfaces. By leveraging innovative technology, the company says these systems help ensure efficient and thorough application, reducing product waste while enhancing biosecurity, and pathogen control in animal health facilities.
Agricultural Textiles Market to Hit
US$ 17.77 Billion by 2031,
Research Report by The Insight Partners
According to a new comprehensive report from The Insight Partners, the global agricultural textiles market is witnessing noticeable growth owing to rising global population and food security concerns.
Vertical and urban farming expansion is expected to propel market growth during the forecast period. The report runs an indepth analysis of market trends, key players, and future opportunities.
Overview of Report Findings:
1. Market Growth: The agricultural textiles market is expected to reach US$ 17.77 billion by 2031 from US$ 12.30 billion in 2024; it is anticipated to register a CAGR of 7% during the forecast period. The demand for sustainable farming practices is rising significantly. Materials such as shade nets, weed control fabrics, and biodegradable mulch films enhance crop yields with minimal environmental damage. More farmers are seeking an eco-friendly solution to enhance productivity while reducing the application of chemicals, and agricultural textiles are witnessing increased demand.
2. Technological Advancements in Agricultural Textiles: Technological innovations in agricultural textiles are driving market growth. The development of fabrics with improved durability, UV resistance, and water retention properties enhances crop protection and growth. These textiles help regulate temperature, moisture, and light, creating favorable conditions for crops. As innovation progresses, these advanced textiles are increasingly being adopted across various agricultural sectors, boosting the market.
3. Increasing Demand for Organic Farming Solutions: The growing interest in organic farming is also an excellent opportunity for agricultural textiles. Farmers are shifting to natural and a sustainable means by using textiles such as biodegradable mulch films and organic pest control covers. These reduce dependence on chemical inputs, making them support eco-friendly farming and driving demand for agricultural textiles specific to organic farming.
4. Geographical Insights: In 2024, North America led the market with a substantial revenue share, followed by Europe and Asia Pacific. Asia Pacific is expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
Market Segmentation
• By Fiber Material, the agricultural textiles market is segmented into nylon, polyester, polyethylene, polypropylene, natural fiber, and others. The polyethylene segment held the largest share of the market in 2024.
• In terms of formation technology, the market is categorized into woven, knitted, non-woven, and others. The woven segment held the largest share of the market in 2024.
• On the basis of product type, the market is categorized into shade nets, mulch mats, and others. The mulch mats segment held the largest share of the market in 2024.
• Based on application, the market is bifurcated into outdoor agriculture, and controlled environment agriculture. The controlled environment agriculture segment held a larger share of the market in 2024.
• The agricultural textiles market is segmented into five major regions: North America, Europe, APAC, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.
Competitive Strategy and Development
Key Players: A few of the major companies operating in the agricultural textiles market are Beaulieu Technical Textiles; Belton Industries; Hy-Tex (UK) Limited, Diatex SAS; Garware Technical Fibres Limited; Swatech; Toray Textiles Europe Ltd.; Arrigoni S.p.A.; TenCate Geosynthetics; Mogul Co., Ltd.; etc.
Global Headlines on Agricultural Textiles
• SASMIRA Launched Agro-Textile Center to Aid Indian Farmers
• Mondi and Cotesi launched a sustainable mulch film alternative
• FRESHPPACT Launched Groundbreaking Agricultural Mulch Trials in Ghana
Greenhouse and shade netting applications are now gaining significant usage. Textiles protect crops against extreme weather conditions while excluding insects, animals, and diseases. These textile solutions optimize light and temperature for crops. This results in the increasing demand for controlled-environment agriculture and urban farming, boosting the agricultural textiles market. In addition, climate change is forcing the implementation of climate-resilient agriculture, which opens an opportunity for agricultural textiles. Protective covers, shade nets, and frost blankets help farmers combat extreme weather such as heatwaves, frost, and drought. The demand for crop protection and yield resilience will increase as agriculture adapts to changing climates.
The report from The Insight Partners provides several stakeholders — including information on raw material suppliers, agricultural textiles manufacturers, and distributors/suppliers — with valuable insights to successfully navigate this evolving market landscape and unlock new opportunities.
