Seed Treatment Machine Market Report 2026

The seed treatment machine market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.33 billion in 2025 to $1.43 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in commercial seed production, rising incidence of seed borne diseases, adoption of chemical seed protection methods, increasing mechanization in agriculture, demand for improved crop germination rates.

The seed treatment machine market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.96 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising adoption of sustainable farming practices, growth in hybrid and genetically improved seeds, increasing focus on yield optimization, expansion of large scale farming operations, technological advancements in seed treatment formulations. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of precision seed coating technologies, rising use of biological and nutrient based seed treatments, growing demand for high throughput seed processing machines, expansion of automated and adjustable treatment application systems, increasing focus on uniform seed coverage and reduced chemical waste.

The rising adoption of hybrid and genetically modified seeds is anticipated to support the expansion of the seed treatment machine market in the coming years. Hybrid seeds are developed by cross-breeding different parent plants to achieve desired traits, while genetically modified (GM) seeds are engineered using biotechnology to enhance specific characteristics. These modified seeds are increasingly in demand due to their ability to boost crop yields, improve resistance to pests and diseases, and withstand environmental stresses. Seed treatment machines enhance the effectiveness of hybrid and genetically modified seeds by applying protective chemicals and biological agents that shield them from pathogens and pests, thereby increasing germination rates and overall crop output. For example, in June 2024, the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service, a US-based government agency, projected that hybrid corn seed production would reach 1.74 million metric tons (MMT) in the 2023/2024 marketing year (October-September), reflecting a 28% increase compared to 2022/2023. Thus, the growing adoption of hybrid and genetically modified seeds is fueling the growth of the seed treatment machine market.

Major companies within the seed treatment machine market are developing advanced hands-free seed treatment technologies to strengthen seed protection and improve crop productivity. An automatic hands-free system for biological seed treatment refers to a sophisticated setup designed to apply biological agents - such as beneficial microorganisms, biopesticides, or biofertilizers - to seeds without the need for manual handling. For instance, in September 2024, Indigo Ag Inc., a US-based farming company, introduced the CLIPS device, an automatic hands-free system created to simplify the seed treatment process, particularly for biological applications. The device applies dry powder formulations directly from bulk seed boxes, enabling farmers to treat seeds without manual mixing or handling during peak planting periods. It can be attached to any bulk seed box, offering versatility across various farming environments, and can be used up to 24 months before planting, allowing greater flexibility in preparation.

In December 2023, Fowler Westrup, an India-based agricultural machinery manufacturer, acquired Seed Processing Holland from H2 Equity Partners for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition aims to improve global customer support in vegetable and field crop seed processing by expanding the company’s product portfolio and introducing innovative solutions. It also focuses on utilizing synergies across worldwide sales, service networks, and engineering expertise to advance sustainable and automated seed processing. Seed Processing Holland is a Netherlands-based producer of advanced seed processing equipment.

Major companies operating in the seed treatment machine market are PETKUS Technologie GmbH, Cimbria A/S, Bühler Group, AGCO Corporation, AgraLex Seed Technology, OSAW Industrial Products Private Limited, Spectra Agritec, Agrosaw, Alvan Blanch Development Company Limited, NoroGard Westrup, Oliver Manufacturing Company Incorporated, Akyurek Makine Anonim Sirketi, Synmec International Trading Limited, Centor India Agri Private Limited, Westrup A/S, Synmec International Incorporated, KSi Conveyors, Lewis M. Carter Manufacturing Company, Crippen Manufacturing Company, Milltec Machinery Private Limited, Westrup Seed Processing Systems, AUSSEE Oats Milling Private Limited.

North America was the largest region in the seed treatment machine market in 2025. The regions covered in the seed treatment machine market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the seed treatment machine market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The seed treatment machine market consists of sales of batch seed treaters, coating machines, and seed disinfection machines. 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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