Seed Market Updates

Global Seed Market size was valued at USD 57.6 billion in 2023 and is poised to grow from USD 60.65 billion in 2024 to USD 91.68 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 5.3% during the forecast period (2025-2032). 

The competitive environment of the global Seed Market is dynamic and characterized by the presence of a mix of well-established brands, emerging players, and niche producers. Innovation is a key competitive factor. Leading brands invest in research and development to introduce new flavors, packaging formats, and health-focused variations to cater to changing consumer preferences. They often set the trends in the industry. 'Bayer AG (Germany) ', 'Corteva Agriscience (USA) ', 'Syngenta Group (Switzerland) (owned by ChemChina) ', 'BASF SE (Germany) ', 'Groupe Limagrain (France) ', 'KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA (Germany) ', 'DLF Seeds A/S (Denmark) ', 'Sakata Seed Corporation (Japan) ', 'Longping High-Tech (China) ', 'Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V. (Netherlands) ', 'Takii & Co., Ltd. (Japan) ', 'Advanta Seeds (India) (part of UPL) ', 'Enza Zaden Beheer B.V. (Netherlands) ', 'Bejo Zaden B.V. (Netherlands) ', 'RAGT Semences (France) ', 'Florimond Desprez (France) ', 'Barenbrug Holding B.V. (Netherlands) ', 'GDM Seeds (Argentina) ', 'Nuziveedu Seeds Ltd. (India) ', 'East-West Seed (Thailand) '

A prevailing surge in farmers' awareness regarding the advantages of hybrids and biotech crops is anticipated to significantly propel the global seed market. Recent advancements in seed technologies, showcasing an array of advantageous traits such as heightened yields, enhanced quality, resistance to pests, tolerance to abiotic stresses, and suitability for animal feed, are driving a notable shift in farmer preferences. These innovative seed varieties, with their diverse beneficial attributes, are increasingly enticing farmers to choose them over traditional farm-saved seeds for crop cultivation.

The growing adoption of biotech crops stands as a pivotal force propelling the expansion of the seed market. This notable surge finds its roots in the strides made within biotechnology, enabling the creation of crops imbued with superior traits that enhance their resilience, yield, and overall quality. Advancements in biotech have fostered the development of crops better equipped to withstand various challenges, meeting the evolving needs of agricultural practices. The increasing utilization of oil seeds by animal feed manufacturers, coupled with the growing demand from the biofuel industry, further amplifies the market's growth trajectory.

Asia-Pacific emerged dominance in the global seed market as of 2022 and is further projected to continue dominating the market in the coming years. This region holds a formidable agricultural landscape, characterized by diverse agro-climatic conditions and expansive arable lands, facilitating robust agricultural practices. The dominance of this region also stems from multiple factors, such as the presence of a large population that automatically augments heightened food production, coupled with an evolving agricultural sector that embraces technological advancements. This, coupled with the rise in governmental initiatives that fosters agricultural innovation and modernization is also projected to aid in regional market expansion.