Genetically Modified Crops Market Report 2025

The genetically modified crops market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $23.41 billion in 2024 to $24.77 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to government initiatives for genetically modified food, emerging markets growth, growing demand for animal feed.

The genetically modified crops market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $32.35 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising population, food waste, technological advancement and increase in biofuel demand. Major trends in the forecast period include invest in gene stacking, focus on leveraging innovative Crispr technologies, invest in research and development of nitrogen fixing crops, invest resources to research haploid induction techniques and develop products which reduce the time required for crop production and focus on establishing collaborations with research institutions and established companies.

The heightened demand for genetically modified (GM) crops is driven by traits such as insect and herbicide tolerance. Genetically modified crops also offer additional advantages, including enhanced nutritional value, increased yield, and prolonged shelf life. Consequently, farmers are increasingly turning to GM crops as a strategy to boost both their yields and profits. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the adoption of genetically engineered insect-resistant cotton has led to a substantial decrease in the use of synthetic pesticides, thereby reducing groundwater and environmental contamination. The dual considerations of environmental impact and benefits associated with GM crops are key factors propelling the growth of the genetically modified crops market in the forecast period.

The anticipated growth in the genetically modified crops market is further fueled by the escalating crop production. Crop production involves the cultivation and growth of plants for various purposes, including human and animal consumption, as well as industrial uses. Genetically modified crops play a pivotal role in enhancing crop production by introducing traits such as resistance to pests and diseases. This addresses global food security challenges by ensuring increased yields and improved resilience, thereby meeting the rising demand for sustenance and alleviating pressure on natural ecosystems. For example, in January 2022, the United States Department of Agriculture reported a record soybean production of 4.44 billion bushels, indicating a 5 percent increase from the previous year. Consequently, the surge in crop production stands as a driving force behind the growth of the genetically modified crops market.

Major players in the genetically modified crops market are increasingly adopting a strategic partnerships approach to bolster their capabilities and competitiveness. Strategic partnerships involve companies leveraging each other's strengths and resources to achieve mutual benefits and success. For example, in February 2022, the Australia-based cereal breeding company InterGrain entered into a partnership with the US-based agri-biotechnology company Inari. This collaboration aims to enhance the yield potential of wheat, ensuring the long-term viability of the crop in the face of a changing climate. The partners target a 10-15% increase in the yield potential of modified wheat crops.

Major companies in the genetically modified crops market are developing advanced products aimed at combating soybean cyst nematode (SCN) to enhance yields and protect against pest infestations. SCN is a microscopic roundworm that primarily targets soybean plants. For example, in June 2024, BASF SE, a Germany-based company specializing in chemical solutions across various industries, launched the Nemasphere nematode resistance trait. This transgenic (genetically modified) trait is specifically designed to fight soybean cyst nematode (SCN), providing soybean farmers with a new tool to improve crop yields without sacrificing performance. Nemasphere employs a unique Cry14 protein that nematodes ingest, disrupting their nutrient uptake and ultimately causing their death. This innovative mechanism represents a significant advancement in nematode management compared to existing transgenic traits used for insect control in crops.

In January 2023, the Germany-based chemical manufacturing company BASF SE acquired ASL for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition was aimed at expanding BASF's hybrid melon seed breeding capacities to strengthen its innovative melon breeding research program and increase breeding and seed production in France. ASL, a France-based seed production and breeding company specializing in melons with orange flesh, including Cantaloupe and Charentais varieties, was the target of this strategic move by BASF.

Major companies operating in the genetically modified crops market include Bayer AG, BASF SE, DuPont, Syngenta AG, The Dow Chemical Company, JR Simplot Co., Groupe Limagrain, Stine Seed Farm, Inc., Calyxt Inc., Maharashtra Hybrid Seed Company (MAHYCO), JK Agri Genetics Ltd., Nuseed Pty Ltd, Dabeinong Science and Technology Group Co., Origin Agritech Limited, Monsanto, COODETEC, Nidera and Geneze Seeds S/A, Middle East Agriculture Company, Sensako, Corteva Agriscience, Vilmorin & Cie SA, Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel BV, Sakata Seed Corporation, Yuan Longping High-Tech Agriculture Co Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the genetically modified crops market in 2024. South America was the second largest region in the global genetically modified crops market share. The regions covered in the genetically modified crops market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the genetically modified crops market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Canada, Spain.

Genetically modified crops (GM crops) are agricultural plants that have undergone alterations to their DNA through genetic engineering techniques. These modifications are made using biotechnology to introduce specific traits, such as improved pest resistance, enhanced nutritional content, or increased tolerance to environmental stressors, all aimed at boosting agricultural productivity and sustainability.

The primary trait categories in genetically modified crops include herbicide tolerance (HT), insect resistance (IR), stacked traits (ST), and others. The key crop varieties encompass soybeans, cotton, maize, oilseed rape, tobacco, and others. Various techniques are employed in the genetic modification of crops, such as gene guns, electroporation, microinjection, agrobacterium, and other methods. The types of modifications include transgenic, cis-genic, sub-genic, and multiple trait integrations, all of which find applications in both scientific research and the cultivation of agricultural crops.

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The genetically modified crops market consists of revenues earned by entities that are engaged in producing genetically modified corn, genetically modified rice, and other genetically modified crops. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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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