Genetically Modified Fruits Market Report 2025

The genetically modified fruits market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $0.08 billion in 2024 to $0.09 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased crop yield, pest and disease resistance, extended shelf life, improved nutritional value, weather adaptability.

The genetically modified fruits market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $0.14 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to investments in research and development, regulatory changes and market approvals, consumer acceptance and preferences, sustainability and resource efficiency, climate adaptability. Major trends in the forecast period include advancements in biotechnology, sustainability and resource efficiency, enhanced nutritional content, extended shelf life, consumer awareness and acceptance, regulatory changes and policies.

The significant growth in genetically modified fruits is driven by the constantly evolving global food demand. This demand surge is primarily attributed to the increasing world population and the depletion of natural resources. The imperative to achieve food security for the expanding population necessitates sustainable food production methods. Genetically modified crops play a crucial role in addressing challenges such as climatic stress and the need for increased yields. Many nations, facing weather constraints and insect pests, rely on food imports, making the attainment of food security a complex task. However, the resilience of genetically modified crops to climatic stress and their potential for enhanced yields make them instrumental in easing the process of achieving global food security. For instance, research estimates from a US-based financial agency IMF in December 2022 indicate that an additional $5 billion to $7 billion in spending is required to support disadvantaged households in the 48 nations most impacted by higher import prices for food and fertilizer. To effectively end severe food insecurity, an additional $50 billion is needed. Thus, the escalating demand for food is a significant driver contributing to the growth of the genetically modified fruits market.

The increasing consumer demand for healthy food products is anticipated to drive the growth of the genetically modified fruits market in the future. Healthy food products are defined as foods that provide the essential nutrients required for maintaining good health, feeling energized, and overall well-being. Genetically modified fruits are a source of nutrients themselves and are utilized to enhance nutrient content, improve food quality, increase agricultural yields, and promote better health among consumers. For instance, in March 2022, a report by the Good Food Institute (GFI), a US-based non-profit organization, and the Plant Based Foods Association (PBFA), a US-based food association, indicated that due to a growing interest in healthier alternatives, 27 percent of individuals opted to consume less meat and favor plant-based foods. Furthermore, the plant-based food market in the United States was valued at $8 billion in 2022, with dollar sales rising by 7% compared to 2021, despite a 3% decline in units, reflecting the overall food and beverage and animal-based food landscape. Therefore, the rising consumer demand for healthy food products is set to drive the growth of the genetically modified fruits market.

Major players in the genetically modified fruits market are strategically investing to enhance their positions. Strategic investments involve financial commitments made by corporations to improve their long-term success. For example, Inari, a US-based seed gene editing startup, secured a $124 million Series E round in October 2022. The additional funds are earmarked for accelerating product development on the path to commercialization.

Major players are making strategic investment in the genetically modified fruits market for instance, the announcement by EQT Future, a Sweden-based investments organization, in March 2022. EQT Future revealed plans to invest in the combination of Special New Fruit Licensing and Special New Fruit Licensing, both US-based fruit breeding companies. This merger will result in the formation of an integrated organization, with EQT Future holding a significant minority investment and AM FRESH being the controlling stakeholder.

In December 2022, Moolec Science SA, a Luxembourg-based food tech company, entered into a merger with LightJump Acquisition Corporation for $504 million. This strategic move positions Moolec Science as the first publicly traded molecular farming food-tech company.

Major companies operating in the genetically modified fruits market include BASF SE, Bayer AG, Syngenta Crop Protection AG, Sakata Seed America Inc., DuPont de Nemours Inc., Groupe Limagrain Holding SA, KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA, J.R. Simplot Company, Stine Seed Company LLC, Dow Inc., Agritope Inc, US Department of Agriculture, Okanagan Specialty Fruits Company, Huazhong Agricultural University, Institute of Microbiology CAS, Cornell University and the University of Hawaii, University of Florida, Bioheuris, Bioprime Agrisolutions, JKAgri Genetics Ltd, Maharashtra Hybrid Seed Company, Calyxt Inc, Bioceres S.A, Beijing DaBeiNong Biotechnology Co. Ltd, Bejo Zaden BV, Intrexon.

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

Genetically modified fruits refer to fruits that have been engineered to meet specific needs, either for growers or consumers. These fruits exhibit unique agronomic traits that are often challenging to achieve through conventional breeding methods. Genetically modified (GM) fruits are typically designed to develop tolerance to herbicides or introduce resistance to plant diseases, ultimately enhancing yield.

The major types of genetically modified fruits encompass vegetables, crops, fruits, and animal products. Vegetables, in this context, are plant parts consumed as food by humans and other animals. Genetically modified vegetables are engineered to contain essential vitamins, minerals, and plant chemicals. Various traits associated with genetically modified fruits include herbicide tolerance (HR), insect resistance (IR), and stacked traits (ST). These genetically modified products find applications in diverse areas such as poultry, swine, cattle, dairy, aquaculture, pet food, equine, and others.

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The genetically modified fruits market consists of sales of genetically modified summer squash, apples, papayas, and pink pineapples. 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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