Sorghum Seed Market Report 2025

The sorghum seed market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.06 billion in 2024 to $2.18 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to staple food consumption, drought tolerance, food and beverage industry demand, biofuel production, resilience to pest and disease, cultural and traditional uses.

The sorghum seed market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.87 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to climate change adaptation, nutritional awareness, alternative crop rotation, demand for gluten-free products, international trade opportunities. Major trends in the forecast period include hybrid sorghum varieties, genetically modified (GM) sorghum traits, organic sorghum seed production, high-value sorghum for specialty markets, precision agriculture technologies.

The increasing awareness of healthy living, combined with the rising popularity of nutritious diets, is driving the growth of the sorghum seed market. In recent years, consumer behavior regarding healthy food choices has notably changed due to heightened health awareness, evolving lifestyles, and growing concerns about the benefits of health-focused foods. Sorghum is a nutrient-rich grain that boasts high levels of B vitamins, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, iron, and zinc, among other essential vitamins and minerals. It is also rich in fiber, antioxidants, and protein. For example, a report from the Plant-Based Foods Association, a U.S.-based non-profit organization focused on promoting the plant-based food sector, indicated that the plant-based food market reached $7.4 billion in retail sales in April 2024, reflecting a 6% increase from the previous year. This report highlights that 61% of U.S. households bought plant-based foods in 2022, underscoring a significant shift in consumer preferences towards healthier and more sustainable options. Therefore, the growing awareness of healthy lifestyles, along with the increasing trend of healthy diets, is expected to further propel the growth of the sorghum seed market in the future.

The increasing demand for animal feed is anticipated to boost the growth of the sorghum seed market in the coming years. Animal feed is the food provided to domesticated animals to meet their nutritional requirements and support their growth, health, and reproduction. Sorghum seeds are utilized in animal feed because of their nutritional benefits, serving as a source of carbohydrates, protein, and energy for livestock. For example, the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board, a UK-based non-departmental public body, reported that in 2021 and 2022, the total production of animal feed in Great Britain reached 13,991 kt. Thus, the rising demand for animal feed is contributing to the expansion of the sorghum seed market.

Collaborations and partnerships have become a significant trend gaining traction in the sorghum seed market. Leading companies within the sorghum seed industry are increasingly focusing on these collaborations to address consumer demand and strengthen their market positions. For example, in September 2024, Zowasel, an agricultural technology company based in Nigeria, announced a partnership with the Sustainable Trade Initiative (IDH), a public-private partnership facilitator from the Netherlands. This collaboration aims to enhance Nigeria's sorghum value chain by implementing regenerative agricultural practices that tackle climate change, improve soil health, and promote biodiversity. By co-investing in this initiative, Zowasel and IDH aim to support smallholder farmers - especially women - by providing access to resources, technical assistance, and enhanced market opportunities, thereby fostering sustainable agricultural practices in the region.

Leading companies in the sorghum seed market are increasingly concentrating on developing advanced, non-transgenic solutions to boost crop yields and resilience while also addressing environmental concerns and consumer preferences. These non-transgenic solutions involve using innovative techniques to improve traits in organisms without the introduction of foreign genetic material. For example, in December 2023, BASF demonstrated its commitment to agricultural innovation by launching several products aimed at enhancing crop productivity. Among these was the Surtain herbicide, a solid encapsulated premix that provides superior weed control, and the Revylok fungicide for soybeans, which effectively addresses a wide range of diseases. These initiatives underscore BASF's commitment to tackling contemporary agricultural challenges.

In June 2023, Syngenta Vegetable Seeds, a U.S.-based vegetable seed company, acquired Feltrin Sementes for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition bolsters Syngenta's product portfolio and reinforces its position in the vegetable seed market, especially in Brazil and Latin America. Syngenta intends to capitalize on Feltrin's expertise and market presence to address the increasing demand for high-quality vegetable seeds. Feltrin Sementes is a vegetable seed company based in Brazil.

Major companies operating in the sorghum seed market include Monsanto Company, UPL Limited, DuPont Pioneer, Nufarm Limited, Limagrain Group, Euralis Semences, LongPing High-Tech Agriculture Co Ltd., Advanta Limited, Kaveri Seed Company Pvt Ltd., Chromatin Inc., Seed Co Limited, S&W Seed Company, La Crosse Seed LLC, Pacific Seeds Pty. Ltd., Terral Seed Inc., Wadsworth Seed Company Inc., Allied Seed LLC, Heritage Seeds Inc., Dyna-Gro Seed Inc., Hancock Farm and Seed Company, Sustainable Seed Company, Proline Seed Company, Blue River Hybrids LLC, Safal Seeds & Biotech Ltd., Alta Seeds Inc., Nuseed Global, NexSteppe Inc.

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

Sorghum seed serves as an alternative to wheat, rye, and barley, used for making both leavened and unleavened bread. This warm-season annual grass produces tall stems and large seed heads, resembling maize leaves but smaller in size.

Sorghum seed encompasses several primary product types: grain sorghum, sweet sorghum, forage sorghum, and biomass sorghum. Forage sorghum, specifically, represents a sizable warm-season annual grass cultivated primarily for silage production. These seeds find application in sorghum planting and breeding, serving multiple sectors including animal feed, the food industry, winemaking, biofuel production, chemical manufacturing, and various other industries.

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The sorghum seed market consists of sales of testa, embryo and endosperm. 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).

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