Sports Turf Seed Market Report 2024

This Sports Turf Seed market report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The sports turf seed market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.47 billion in 2023 to $2.66 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8%. The growth during the historic period can be attributed to the increasing interest in sports, a rising number of sports infrastructure projects, growing awareness of environmental sustainability, a surge in landscaping and gardening initiatives, and an increasing demand for lawn management.

The sports turf seed market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.64 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. The anticipated growth during the forecast period can be attributed to the increased focus on creating green spaces, a rise in turf-related injuries, growing demand for warm-season grasses, heightened concerns about water pollution and soil degradation, and government initiatives and funding for sports infrastructure. Major trends include technological advancements, the development and adoption of drought-resistant turf seed varieties, the use of smart technology for turf management, customized turf seed blends tailored to specific sports, and automatic watering systems and rainwater infiltration.

The growing number of sports participants is anticipated to drive the expansion of the sports turf seed market. Sports participants are individuals involved in physical activities or competitions organized as sports. This increase in participants is attributed to heightened awareness of the health benefits of physical activity, more professional opportunities, and evolving lifestyles. Sports turf seeds are crucial for providing durable, safe, and visually appealing playing surfaces, which are essential for successful sports activities. They help to lower surface temperatures on sports fields, enhancing comfort for players and spectators, especially in hot climates. For example, the Sports Destination Management Report in March 2024 highlighted that around 80% of Americans aged six and older engaged in at least one sport or fitness activity, reflecting a 2.2% increase from 2022. Moreover, participation in such activities has grown annually over the past decade, with an additional 5 million participants in 2023 alone. Thus, the rising interest in sports is driving the demand for sports turf seeds.

Leading companies in the sports turf seed market are concentrating on developing advanced solutions like seed enhancement technologies to improve germination rates, disease resistance, drought tolerance, and the speed of turf establishment. Seed enhancement solutions involve various treatments and technologies applied to grass seeds, ensuring that sports turf can handle the physical demands of athletic activities, offer a safe playing surface, and maintain its appearance with reduced maintenance costs. For instance, in August 2024, DLF Seeds, a Denmark-based turf seed company, introduced 4Most Seed Enhancement. This new solution focuses on environmental sustainability for turf and forage applications, aiming to boost seed performance and establishment while minimizing the need for additional fertilizers. It features slow-release nitrogen and beneficial microorganisms to enhance seedling nutrition and promote deeper root systems.

In October 2022, La Crosse Seed, a US-based turf seed manufacturer, acquired Deer Creek Seed for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition allows La Crosse Seed to strengthen its market position, expand its product range, and leverage operational synergies in the turf seed sector. Deer Creek Seed, also US-based, offers a diverse array of seed products including forage, turf, cover crops, and food plot seeds.

Major companies operating in the sports turf seed market are Central Garden & Pet Company, Nufarm Limited, The Scotts Company, Barenbrug Group, Advance Seed, La Crosse Seed Corporation, Ampac Seed Company, Mountain View Seeds, Allied Seed LLC, Columbia Seed Co. Ltd., Brett-Young Seeds Ltd., Green Velvet Sod Farms, Jonathan Green Inc., DLF Seeds A/S, Hancock Seed Company, Germinal Holdings Ltd., Pure Seed, Turf Merchants Inc., Landmark Turf & Native Seed, Johnsons Sports Seed.

North America was the largest region in the sports turf seed market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the sports turf seed market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the sports turf seed market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Sports turf seed consists of specially formulated grass seed blends designed for sports fields and recreational areas. These seeds are selected for their ability to endure heavy foot traffic, recover quickly from wear and tear, and maintain a dense, healthy turf.

The primary types of sports turf seed are cool-season grasses and warm-season grasses. Cool-season grasses are ideal for cooler climates, thriving in regions with moderate to cool temperatures. Methods of application include broadcasting, overcasting, hydroseeding, and others. These seeds are used in various applications, such as for golf courses, football fields, baseball fields, and more.

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The sports turf seed market consists of sales of fine fescues, creeping bent grass, zoysia grass, and perennial grass. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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