Biological Seed Treatment Market Report 2025

The biological seed treatment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $3.93 billion in 2024 to $4.3 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing awareness of sustainable agriculture, regulatory support for biopesticides, need for integrated pest management (IPM), demand for higher crop yields, focus on soil health.

The biological seed treatment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.2 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for organic farming, climate change and resilience, focus on sustainable crop protection, rising global population and food security concerns, collaborations in research and development. Major trends in the forecast period include technological innovations in seed coating, microbial seed treatments, biostimulants integration, seed coating technologies, regulatory support for biologicals.

The rising demand for chemical-free crops is expected to boost the growth of the biological seed treatment market in the future. Chemical-free crops are defined as those cultivated without the use of any chemicals. Biological seed treatments are preferred over chemical alternatives to minimize exposure to agrochemicals and mitigate environmental impacts. For example, a March 2023 article in Outlook, an Indian magazine, reported that India produced approximately 3.48 million metric tons of certified organic products, including oilseeds, cereals, millets, cotton, and pulses. Additionally, a report from Organic Food Produce, a U.S.-based platform dedicated to organic fresh produce, noted that sales of organic products increased by about 3% in 2022, reaching approximately $9.4 billion. Furthermore, in May 2023, the Department for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs, a UK government department, indicated that in 2022, the UK had 509 thousand hectares of land farmed organically, marking a 0.4% increase from 2021. Consequently, the growing demand for chemical-free crops is driving the expansion of the biological seed treatment market.

The increasing demand for agricultural products is set to drive the growth of the biological seed treatment market in the future. Agricultural products encompass goods produced through farming, such as crops, cereals, fruits, and vegetables intended for human consumption, industrial purposes, or further processing. Biological seed treatment is utilized in the production of these goods to promote plant growth, protect against pests and diseases, enhance root development, and improve soil health. For example, in June 2024, the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs, a UK government agency, reported that in 2023, potatoes experienced the largest value increase among crop items, rising by £237 million ($296.25 million), or 30.8%, from 2022, resulting in a total of £1.0 billion ($1.26 billion) in 2023. Therefore, the increasing demand for agricultural products is fueling the expansion of the biological seed treatment market.

Technological advancements emerge as key trends propelling the biological seed treatment market, with major market players prioritizing the introduction of cutting-edge technologies to fortify their market positions. Syngenta AG's May 2022 launch of VICTRATO, a seed treatment harnessing novel technology such as the TYMIRIUM® technology, exemplifies this trend. The innovative treatment provides high performance and long-lasting protection against plant parasitic nematodes and key fungal diseases across various crops.

Leading companies in the biological seed treatment market are concentrating efforts on innovative soybean seed treatment solutions, aiming to gain a competitive edge. Notably, Helena Agri-Enterprises' launch of exclusive soybean seed treatments, 'Seed Shield Select and Enertia,' in October 2023 underscores this focus. Seed Shield Select, a combination of fungicides and insecticides, safeguards soybean seeds from insects and major seedling diseases while optimizing plant vigor and root health. Enertia, an enzyme-based biological seed treatment, enhances nutrient availability and soil health through VersaShield® Formulation Technology, ensuring stabilized enzyme activity for prolonged effectiveness, consistency, and ease of use. This concentrated effort in developing advanced seed treatments exemplifies the competitive edge sought by major players in the biological seed treatment market.

In November 2022, Corteva Inc., a US-based agricultural chemical company, completed the acquisition of Stoller Group for approximately $1.2 billion. This strategic acquisition equips Corteva with Stoller's expertise in technology and a diverse array of integrated agricultural solutions. Stoller Group, based in the US, specializes in bio-stimulants and enhancing plant health.

Major companies operating in the biological seed treatment market include BASF SE, Bayer AG, Syngenta AG, Novozymes, Valent BioSciences, Corteva Inc., Precision Laboratories LLC, Koppert Global, Hello Nature International Srl, Monsanto Company, DuPont, Verdesian Life Sciences, Croda International Plc, BioWorks Inc., Germains Seed Technology, Plant Health Care, Italpollina Usa Inc., FMC Corporation, Isagro S.p.A., Marrone Bio Innovations, Certis USA LLC, Terramera Inc., Andermatt Biocontrol AG, Symborg Corporate SL., Lallemand Plant Care, XiteBio Technologies Inc., Intrachem Bio Italia S.r.l., Bioiberica S.A.U., Rizobacter Argentina S.A., Agrinos AS, Novihum Technologies GmbH.

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

Biological seed treatment involves the application of substances such as active ingredients, microbes, or plant extracts in either powder or liquid form to seeds. These treatments serve to treat seeds while minimizing growers' exposure to chemicals and reducing environmental impact.

Major crop types benefiting from biological seed treatment include corn, wheat, soybean, cotton, sunflower, vegetable crops, among others. Corn is characterized by its production of yellow kernels as seeds. Biological seed treatment types encompass microbials, botanical treatments, and other related applications. These treatments serve various functions such as enhancing seed quality and protecting seeds, available in both liquid and dry formulations.

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The biological seed treatment market consists of sales of seed disinfestation products and bio-stimulants. 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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