Seed Treatment Machine Market Report 2024

This Seed Treatment Machine market report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The seed treatment machine market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.14 billion in 2023 to $1.23 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.3%. The growth observed in the historical period can be attributed to a rising population, shifting consumer eating preferences, increased disposable income, better accessibility, and the expansion of large-scale farming operations.

The seed treatment machine market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.72 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7%. The anticipated growth during the forecast period can be linked to an emphasis on seed enhancement, the expansion of the commercial seed industry, unpredictable weather patterns and climate change, the rise of biological seed treatments, and the demand for cost-effective farming solutions. Key trends expected in this period include innovations in automation, the integration of IoT, the development of smart seed treatment machines, and advancements in automation technologies.

The increasing adoption of hybrid and genetically modified seeds is expected to drive the growth of the seed treatment machine market in the future. Hybrid seeds are produced through the cross-breeding of different parent plants to obtain desirable traits, while genetically modified (GM) seeds are modified using biotechnology to enhance specific characteristics. The demand for these modified seeds arises from their ability to boost crop yields, enhance resistance to pests and diseases, and withstand environmental stresses. Seed treatment machines improve the performance of hybrid and GM seeds by applying protective chemicals and biological agents that protect seeds from pathogens and pests, leading to better germination rates and overall crop yields. For instance, the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service, a US government agency, reported in June 2024 that hybrid corn seed production is anticipated to reach 1.74 million metric tons (MMT) in the 2023/2024 marketing year (October-September), representing a 28% increase compared to 2022/2023. Consequently, the rising adoption of hybrid and genetically modified seeds is a significant factor in the growth of the seed treatment machine market.

Leading companies in the seed treatment machine market are developing innovative hands-free seed treatment machines to enhance seed protection and improve crop yields. An automatic hands-free system for biological seed treatments refers to a sophisticated technological setup designed to apply biological agents, such as beneficial microorganisms, biopesticides, or biofertilizers, to seeds without requiring manual intervention. For example, in September 2024, Indigo Ag Inc., a US-based agricultural company, introduced the CLIPS device. This product is an automatic, hands-free system aimed at streamlining the seed treatment process, especially for biological applications. The CLIPS device efficiently applies dry powder formulations directly from bulk seed boxes, allowing farmers to treat seeds without the need for manual mixing or handling during the busy planting season. It is compatible with any bulk seed box, making it versatile and adaptable to different farming setups. Additionally, it can be utilized up to 24 months before planting, offering flexibility in preparation.

In December 2023, Fowler Westrup, an agricultural machinery manufacturer based in India, acquired Seed Processing Holland from H2 Equity Partners for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to improve global customer service in vegetable and field crop seed processing by expanding the product portfolio and introducing innovative solutions. It also aims to capitalize on synergies across global sales, service networks, and engineering capabilities for more sustainable and automated seed processing. Seed Processing Holland, based in the Netherlands, specializes in producing advanced seed processing equipment.

Major companies operating in the seed treatment machine market are Bayer AG, Indigo Ag Inc., PETKUS Technologie GmbH, Agrosaw, Cimbria, Alvan Blanch Development Co. Ltd., NoroGard Westrup, Oliver Manufacturing Company Inc, Akyurek Makine A.S., Synmec International Trading Ltd., Reliance Automation Solutions, Spectra Agritec, OSAW Industrial Products Pvt Ltd, AGRALEX, Agro Asian Industries, Radiant Equipment Company, Unified Ag Solutions, Cleantek, Essar Enviro Air Systems, Centor India Agri Pvt Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the seed treatment machine market in 2023. The regions covered in the seed treatment machine market report are Asia-Pacific, 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, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

A seed treatment machine is a specialized piece of agricultural equipment designed to apply various protective and growth-promoting treatments to seeds prior to planting. These treatments may include fungicides, insecticides, herbicides, and growth stimulants, which aid in preventing seed-borne diseases, improving germination rates, and fostering healthy seedling growth. Typically, the machine is equipped with adjustable settings to manage the application rate and coverage, ensuring that the treatment is evenly distributed across the seeds.

The primary types of seed treatment machines include seed coating machines, seed drying machines, and others. A seed coating machine applies a consistent layer of protective substances, such as pesticides, nutrients, or bio-stimulants, directly onto the seeds. This coating helps shield the seeds from pathogens and pests, enhances their nutritional content, and boosts germination rates. Its functions encompass seed protection and enhancement, and it is utilized for various crops, including soybeans, corn, wheat, and more.

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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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