Vegetable Seeds Market Report 2025

The vegetable seeds market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $12.06 billion in 2024 to $13.42 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to global population growth, urbanization and changing lifestyles, globalization of food supply chains, increased vegetable processing industry, consumer demand for exotic vegetables.

The vegetable seeds market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $20.79 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to organic farming expansion, global trade and export opportunities, water-efficient varieties, government subsidies and incentives, consumer preferences for local produce. Major trends in the forecast period include disease-resistant varieties, high-yielding hybrid varieties, biotechnology for trait enhancement, customization for urban and container gardening, precision agriculture technologies.

The rising demand for organic food products is expected to drive growth in the vegetable seeds market in the future. Organic food is cultivated without synthetic chemicals, such as human-made pesticides and fertilizers, and does not include genetically modified organisms (GMOs). During the COVID-19 pandemic, the demand for organic foods surged as consumers viewed them as healthier and more beneficial for immunity. For example, in December 2023, the United States Department of Agriculture, a federal agency in the US, reported that India produced 2.9 million metric tons of certified edible organic products for the 2022-23 period. Therefore, the increasing demand for organic food is anticipated to boost the vegetable seeds market.

The rising preference for healthier food options is anticipated to drive the growth of the vegetable seeds market in the future. Healthy food refers to items that provide essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals necessary for overall well-being and proper body function. Vegetable seeds empower consumers who favor healthy eating by enabling them to grow nutrient-rich produce at home, ensuring a fresh and chemical-free source of wholesome nutrition. For example, a January 2023 report from the UK government highlights that, according to the latest NDNS data, the UK population still needs to consume more fruits and vegetables, with only 33% of adults and just 12% of children aged 11 to 18 meeting the '5 a day' recommendation. Therefore, the increasing preference for healthier food options is driving the growth of the vegetable seeds market.

Major companies in the vegetable seeds market are concentrating on technological advancements, such as state-of-the-art Seed Health Labs, to enhance seed quality, improve disease resistance, increase crop yields, and support sustainable agricultural practices. These advanced labs play a vital role in improving seed quality and promoting sustainable farming to boost crop yields. For example, in March 2024, Syngenta Vegetable Seeds, a France-based company, launched a state-of-the-art Seed Health Lab that specializes in developing and producing vegetable seeds as part of the Syngenta Group, which is dedicated to agricultural innovation. These labs are equipped with advanced testing equipment, disease detection capabilities, quality control processes, research facilities for developing new seed varieties, data analytics for interpreting results, a focus on sustainability, and a team of experts in seed health and agricultural science.

Major companies in the vegetable seeds market are focused on developing technological advancements, such as e-commerce platforms for vegetable seeds, to streamline purchasing, enhance accessibility, expand market reach, and improve customer engagement. An e-commerce platform for vegetable seeds serves as an online marketplace that facilitates the buying and selling of vegetable seeds. For example, in October 2024, Sakata, a Japan-based company, launched an e-commerce platform specifically for vegetable seeds, specializing in the development and production of vegetable and flower seeds. These platforms typically feature comprehensive product listings, search and filtering options, user accounts, a shopping cart for easy purchases, secure payment processing, customer reviews, educational resources, delivery options, customer support, and mobile compatibility, all designed to enhance the user experience and streamline the buying process.

In July 2023, Syngenta Vegetable Seeds, a Swiss agricultural technology company, completed the acquisition of Feltrin Sementes for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition marks a significant expansion of Syngenta's vegetable seed portfolio, extending its reach to growers across more than 40 countries. Feltrin Sementes, a Brazil-based vegetable seed company, specializes in serving smallholder growers and home gardeners. With a diverse offering of over 500 varieties across 50 crop segments, Feltrin Sementes enhances Syngenta's capacity to cater to a broader global market.

Major companies operating in the vegetable seeds market include BASF SE, Syngenta AG, JK Agri Genetics Limited, Bayer FMC Corporation, Groupe Limagrain Holding SA, Vilmorin & Cie SA, Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel BV, Sakata Seed Corporation, Yuan Longping High-Tech Agriculture Co Ltd., Kaveri Seeds Company Pvt, De Enkhuizer Zaadwinkel, East-West Seed Company Ltd., W. Atlee Burpee & Co, Seedway LLC, Johnny's Selected Seeds, Stokes Seeds Inc., Bejo Zaden BV, Abbott & Cobb Inc., Harris Moran Seed Company, Advanta Seeds - UPL, Nuziveedu Seeds Limited, Emerald Seed Company, Territorial Seed Company, Takii & Co Ltd., Mahyco Private Limited, F.W. Sawatzky Ltd., Namdhari Seeds Pvt Ltd.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the vegetable seeds market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the vegetable seeds market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the vegetable seeds market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The vegetable seeds market consists of sales of lettuce, cabbage, turnip greens, and celery. 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.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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