South Korea Controlled Environment Agriculture Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Technology (Hydroponics, Aeroponics, Aquaponics), By Crop (Vegetables, Fruits, Flowers and Ornamentals), and South Korea Controlled Environment Agriculture Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

South Korea Controlled Environment Agriculture Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The South Korea Controlled Environment Agriculture Market size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 11.5% from 2025 to 2035
• The South Korea Controlled Environment Agriculture Market size is Expected to Hold a Significant Share by 2035

According to a Research Report Published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the South Korea Controlled Environment Agriculture Market Size is Anticipated to Grow at a CAGR of 11.5% from 2025 to 2035. The market is driven by urbanization, shrinking arable land, and demand for year-round, pesticide-free produce. Government support and technological advancements in hydroponics and smart farming systems further accelerate market adoption.

Market Overview

The South Korea controlled environment agriculture market is the cultivation of crops in completely enclosed and partially enclosed structures where temperature, humidity, lighting, and nutrient levels are tightly controlled. Various science-based technologies, including hydroponics, aeroponics, and aquaponics, allow for the year-round production of vegetables, fruits, and ornamentals, especially in urban settings or constrained land regions. The controlled environment agriculture market is on course to build momentum as it responds to the growing demand for pesticide-free produce, and shrinking land for agricultural use, while the South Korean government pushes for smart farming initiatives. Growing consumer awareness surrounding food safety, along with advancements in automation, LED lighting, and environmental monitoring are promoting productivity and sustainability in production. Controlled environment agriculture is also supportive of vertical farming startups while aligning with Korea's long-term goals around food security, innovation, and diminished reliance upon imported produce.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the South Korea controlled environment agriculture market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the South Korea controlled environment agriculture market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the South Korea controlled environment agriculture market.

Driving Factors

The South Korea controlled environment agriculture market is driven by urbanization and growing populations disrupting access to arable land. These factors exacerbate the demand for fresh, pesticide-free, and locally grown produce. The governmental support for smart farming technologies has propelled hydroponics and vertical farming systems, with financial support in the form of grants as well as encouragement via research & development of implementations. Enhanced technology in the form of climate control, monitoring and IoT technologies and energy efficient LED areas has made a breakthrough in productivity and cost-effectiveness in controlled environment environments. These advancements have made CEA a hopeful and promising approach to food security and sustainable urban agriculture in South Korea.

Restraining Factors

The South Korea controlled environment agriculture market is restrained by significant setup and operational expense, and particularly high costs for energy and climate control set systems. The market is also hindered by limited diversity of crops grown, technical difficulty, and a lack of skilled labour. Smaller growers also face financial and knowledge barriers to adopting these systems.

Market Segmentation

The South Korea controlled environment agriculture market share is classified into technology and crop type.

• The hydroponics segment held the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The South Korea controlled environment agriculture market is segmented by technology into hydroponics, aeroponics, and aquaponics. Among these, the hydroponics segment held the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. As they require less space and water, making them well suited to cities. Hydroponic farming is favored by farmers for growing leafy greens like lettuce and spinach indoor.

• The vegetables segment dominated the market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The South Korea controlled environment agriculture market is segmented by crop into vegetables, fruits, flowers, and ornamentals. Among these, the vegetables segment dominated the market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Vegetables are the most common types of crops grown in controlled environment systems in South Korea. People want fresh, clean, and pesticide-free food, especially in cities. Leafy greens, herbs, and tomatoes are widely grown, and mostly by hydroponics and indoor farming methods.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the South Korea controlled environment agriculture market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• AeroFarms
• Plenty
• Freight Farms
• Illumitex
• Mirai Farms
• Urban Farm Korea
• Agro-Heritage
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at South Korea, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the South Korea controlled environment agriculture market based on the below-mentioned segments:

South Korea Controlled Environment Agriculture Market, By Technology

• Hydroponics
• Aeroponics
• Aquaponics

South Korea Controlled Environment Agriculture Market, By Crop

• Vegetables
• Fruits
• Flowers
• Ornamentals