Spain Horticulture Lightening Market Overview, 2029

The burgeoning need for indoor farming, urban agriculture, and controlled environment agriculture (CEA) techniques has elevated the horticulture lighting market in Spain in the last few years. Artificial light sources are used in horticulture lighting to promote plant growth, particularly in areas lacking or unable to receive natural sunshine. The horticulture lighting industry in Spain is expanding significantly because to developments in lighting technologies like LED (Light Emitting Diode) and the growing popularity of vertical farming. This market is being developed and expanded by a number of stakeholders, including horticulturists, researchers, legislators, and lighting producers. Spain's horticultural lighting business has been expanding rapidly due to a number of causes. First, there is a rise in consumer awareness of the advantages of fresh produce that is grown nearby, which is driving up demand for indoor farming solutions. Furthermore, horticulture lighting is now more economical and efficient because to technological improvements in lighting, drawing funding from the public and private sectors. Additionally, the necessity to maximise agricultural yields and the adoption of sustainable agriculture practices are driving the market's expansion. As a result, the market is expanding as a result of a constant stream of new competitors and creative ideas. For players in the whole value chain, the Spanish horticulture lighting industry offers a lot of prospects. Serving the changing demands of vertical farming and urban agricultural projects presents one important opportunity. Compact, high-yield farming solutions that can be used indoors or in controlled surroundings are becoming more and more in demand as a result of the declining amount of arable land and the ongoing urbanisation. Lighting producers now have the chance to provide customised lighting solutions that meet the needs of urban gardeners. In order to investigate novel applications and optimise lighting tactics for various crops and growth environments, there is also room for cooperation between lighting manufacturers, agricultural researchers, and horticulturists. The Spanish horticultural lighting business has a number of obstacles that must be overcome despite its bright future. The high upfront costs of horticultural lighting systems are a significant obstacle that may prevent small-scale producers from implementing these technologies. Furthermore, inconsistent lighting techniques in horticulture result from a lack of standard rules or laws, which affects the quality and performance of the products. Furthermore, growers face a challenge in selecting the best lighting solutions for their unique requirements due to the lightning-fast pace of technology improvements in the lighting field. More eco-friendly and energy-efficient lighting options are required in the horticulture industry because worries about environmental sustainability and energy consumption continue to be major challenges. Before the year 2010, there was limited scope in Spain. During that time the Early Stage the Spanish citizens were more relay on luorescent and HID (High-Intensity Discharge) lamps were predominantly used. However, during that phase the awareness and benefits of LED was growing but adaption was very slow due to high initial cost. During the time of 2010-2015 it was an experiment phase in Spain, at this point of time LED lamps get boom in the market and it was thye most popular in the whole country. As major manufactures started experimenting with their LED lamps for more durablity and efficiency. The majority of the first installations were in indoor farms and commercial greenhouses growing high-value crops like herbs, lettuce, and tomatoes. Universities and research organisations began to carry out studies to assess the effectiveness of LED illumination for different crops grown in the growing conditions of Spain.

According to the research report " Spain Horticulture Lighting Market Overview, 2029," published by Bonafide Research, the Spain Horticulture Lighting market is anticipated to grow at more than 20% CAGR from 2024 to 2029. The horticulture lighting market in Spain has grown significantly as a result of a number of noteworthy advancements. Because of its energy efficiency and adaptable spectrum outputs, LED technology has become increasingly popular. This allows growers to maximise plant growth and quality while reducing energy expenses. Furthermore, an increasing number of people are adopting sustainable practices, which is driving investments in cutting-edge lighting solutions with a lower environmental impact. Furthermore, partnerships between lighting producers and horticulturists have produced cutting-edge goods specifically designed to meet the demands of Spanish farmers, which has fueled market growth. Spain's emphasis on agricultural innovation and sustainability implies that the horticulture lighting market is expected to witness sustained expansion and development.

Light-emitting diode (LED) lighting is leading the way in Spain's horticultural lighting industry's dramatic transition to more sustainable and efficient technology. The energy economy, lifespan, and adaptation of LED technology to various phases of plant development have made it popular. LED solutions are becoming more and more popular among Spanish horticulturists for indoor, greenhouse, and vertical agricultural settings. Because of the adaptability of LEDs, farmers may optimise plant development while lowering energy consumption and operating costs by adjusting light spectrums, intensities, and photoperiods. In Spanish horticulture, high-intensity discharge (HID) lighting is increasingly being replaced by more cutting-edge technology like LEDs. Compared to LED lights, HID lamps provide more light but use less energy and have a shorter lifespan. HID lighting is being replaced with environmentally friendly alternatives that provide better control over light quality and distribution, eventually enhancing crop yields and resource utilisation, as sustainability becomes a major point in Spain's agricultural operations. Fluorescent illumination is still used in tiny indoor farms and research institutions across Spain, despite being less prevalent in large-scale horticultural operations. Because they are inexpensive and useful for lighting low-light plants, clones, and seedlings, fluorescent lights are highly appreciated. Fluorescent lights are nonetheless a good choice for supplemental or specialised lighting needs in niche markets where simplicity and affordability are valued above cutting-edge lighting technology. Furthermore, the lighting environment for horticulture in Spain incorporates a number of other cutting-edge technologies, such as fiber-optic lighting systems, induction lighting, and plasma lighting. These technologies provide special benefits including high light intensity, low heat production, and spectrum flexibility, even though they are not as frequently used as LEDs. In order to fully realise the promise of these different lighting options for improving agricultural yield, quality, and sustainability, research and development activities in Spain are still underway.

Spain has a diverse environment, thus horticulture lighting is especially important in the context of greenhouse cultivation, where year-round production of decorative plants, fruits, and vegetables is becoming increasingly necessary. In the context of Spanish horticulture, toplighting and interlighting are two different lighting styles that each have unique benefits and uses. In Spain, toplighting, or lighting crops from above, is a typical practice in bigger greenhouse systems. Toplighting frequently acts as an additional source of light since many locations receive enough of sunshine throughout the year, particularly at times when natural light is scarce or the days are shorter. Toplighting is often done using high-pressure sodium (HPS) and LED lights because of their efficiency and capacity to offer the essential spectrum for plant growth. Toplighting systems with light-diffusing technologies assist reduce excessive heat and optimise light distribution in southern Spain, where sunshine is abundant but may occasionally be harsh. This promotes healthier and more consistent crop development. Conversely, interlighting entails putting lights inside the crop canopy so that lower leaves and stems may be specifically lit. Crops with dense foliage or those cultivated in multi-layered systems—common in Spain's vertical farming operations or high-density greenhouse setups—benefit greatly from this strategy. Growers may maximise light penetration and distribution inside the plant canopy by using interlighting fixtures, which are often LED-based due to their energy efficiency and programmable spectrum output. This promotes photosynthesis and overall crop development. Interlighting technologies incorporated into vertical farming systems assist maximise space utilisation while guaranteeing constant and high-quality harvests throughout the year in Spain's metropolitan regions, where land availability is restricted. Furthermore, producers in Spain are able to accurately alter light intensity, duration, and spectral composition based on crop requirements and real-time environmental circumstances thanks to the growing adoption of smart control systems and sensors in both toplighting and interlighting technologies. This degree of automation puts Spanish horticulturists in a competitive position both domestically and internationally by improving production, crop quality, and the efficient use of resources.

Because of the country's varied agricultural terrain, horticulture lighting is used extensively in the Fruits & Vegetables industry in Spain. Spain is widely known for producing vegetables like tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers as well as fruits like oranges, lemons, and strawberries. Horticulture illumination is essential for prolonging growing seasons and improving crop quality in light of the year-round demand for fresh product, particularly in northern European markets. Artificial lighting systems enable constant yields and improved control over environmental conditions, assuring a stable supply of quality product in areas like Almería and Murcia, where greenhouse horticulture is common. Another important use of horticultural lighting in Spain is in the flower industry, especially in areas like Andalusia and Catalonia where the environment is conducive to flower growing. With artificial illumination, farmers can supply the year-round demand for premium blooms from Spain, a leading supplier of flowers and ornamental plants to European markets. Horticulture lighting helps optimise development cycles, increase flower colouring, and manage flowering seasons of roses, carnations, and chrysanthemums, among other plants, to provide a consistent supply of fresh-cut flowers for both local and international markets. Spain has also witnessed a rise in interest in cannabis production in recent years, for both recreational and medicinal uses. As medicinal marijuana becomes more widely accepted and its recreational use gains traction in some areas, there is an increasing need for regulated indoor growth facilities that are outfitted with cutting-edge lighting systems. Cannabis farmers can replicate natural sunshine, maximise the synthesis of cannabinoids, and maintain constant crop yields while using the least amount of energy possible thanks to horticulture lighting technology. Utilising horticulture lighting, areas like as Valencia and Catalonia in Spain are becoming centres of indoor cannabis cultivation in response to the growing demand for premium cannabis products.



The horticulture lighting market is expanding significantly in Spain, especially in areas like indoor farms, vertical farming, and greenhouses. In the context of Spain, each of these end-use sectors has particular consequences and potential. In Spanish agriculture, greenhouses are a historic yet developing sector. Spain has a large greenhouse sector because of its year-round climate, particularly in areas like Almería and Murcia. Greenhouse horticulture illumination enables longer growth seasons and higher-quality crops. For crops like tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers, extra illumination can guarantee ideal conditions in Spain, where sunshine is plentiful but not always reliable. Spanish greenhouse farmers may now experiment with producing crops that are generally not native to the country and improve production and yield. In Spain, vertical farming is becoming more popular, especially in metropolitan areas where there is a strong demand for fresh, locally farmed fruit and limited land available. Vertical farming projects and enterprises are proliferating in cities like Madrid and Barcelona. Because horticulture lighting provides customised light spectrums that simulate natural sunshine and encourage plant development in stacked, indoor environments, it is essential to vertical farming systems. In Spain, where horticultural lighting-powered vertical farming is a potential way to grow food in an efficient way with less reliance on imports, sustainability and food security are becoming increasingly crucial. The ultimate in controlled environment agriculture are indoor farms, which provide exact control over variables including light, humidity, and temperature. Inside farms with cutting-edge horticulture lighting systems are becoming major participants in Spain's agri-tech scene. These facilities are capable of producing a broad range of crops, without the need for pesticides or much water, from leafy greens to herbs. Furthermore, indoor farms guarantee steady crop production all year round since they are less susceptible to outside variables like bad weather or pests. Horticulture lighting-powered indoor farms offer a robust and ecological alternative to traditional agriculture in countries like Spain, where water constraint and climate change pose problems.
Considered in this report
• Historic year: 2018
• Base year: 2023
• Estimated year: 2024
• Forecast year: 2029

Aspects covered in this report
• Horticulture Lighting market Outlook with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

By Technology
• Light-emitting Diode (LED)
• High-intensity Discharge (HID)
• Fluorescent
• Others

By Lighting Type
• Toplighting
• Interlighting

By Application
• Fruits & Vegetables
• Floriculture
• Cannabis

By End-use Industry
• Greenhouses
• Vertical Farming
• Indoor Farms

The approach of the report:
This report consists of a combined approach of primary and secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and list the companies that are present in it. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, annual reports of companies, and government-generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources, primary research was conducted by conducting telephone interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducting trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this; we have started making primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting them in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us, we can start verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience
This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations, and organizations related to the Horticulture Lighting industry, government bodies, and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing and presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.