Global Seed Treatment Market Size is valued at USD 6.9 Bn in 2024 and is predicted to reach USD 15.7 Bn by the year 2034 at a 8.7% CAGR during the forecast period for 2025-2034.
The seed treatment market has gained popularity and acceptance due to key player’s aggregated research and development efforts in launching new & innovative products, which has empowered crop producers to achieve high efficiency in protecting the high-value seeds and further controlling the high loading rates of active chemical ingredients. The novel traits embedded in newly introduced verities and the sharp upward trajectory in the price of products in recent times have compelled them to protect them to ensure appropriate germination of productivity of the crops.
The increasing control of pests, insects, & diseases is generally achieved traditionally by applying synthetic pesticides through foliar application methods. The efficacy and safety of the process act as a better alternative to conventional pest control methods along with the low cost, which can supplement the other control measure to achieve desired results in the field. COVID-19 impacted the growth of the global market restrictions on the movement of vehicles and lockdown. Owing to the market closures, prices of agriculture products such as pesticides and fertilizers also have increased in the range.
The seed treatment market is categorized by type, crop type, formulation, application technique, function. Based on type, the market is segmented into chemicals and non-chemicals. The market is segmented by crop type into oilseeds, cereals & grains, fruits & vegetables. oilseeds is sub segmented into soybean, cotton, canola, sunflower. Cereals & grains is sub segmented into corn, wheat, rice, sorghum, barley. fruits & vegetables is sub segmented into solanaceae, cucurbits, brassicas, leafy vegetables, root & bulb vegetables, other fruits & vegetables (other fruits & vegetables include peas, eggplants, and melon), other crop types (turf, forages, alfalfa, and flower seeds.). the market is segmented by formulation into ds - (powder for dry seed treatment), ws - (water dispersible powder for slurry seed treatment), wg - (water dispersible granules), ss - (water soluble powder), ls - (liquid solution), es - (emulsion), fs - (flowable concentrate), cf - (capsule suspension), gf - (gels). The market is segmented by application into seed coating, seed dressing, seed pelleting.
The market is divided into seed protection and seed enhancement. Seed protection is sub segmented into chemical and biological seed protection. chemical segment is sub segmented into insecticides- thiamethoxam, imidacloprid, clothianidin, other insecticides (other insecticides include fipronil and chlorpyrifos.), fungicide- thiram, carbendazim, tebuconazole, carboxin, other fungicides (other fungicides include metalaxyl and ipconazole), other seed protection functions (other seed protection functions include nematicides.)- fumigants, organophosphate, carbamates, other nematicides (other nematicides include acetoprole, benclothiaz, DBCP, and chitosan), biological seed protection is sub segmented into bioinsecticide- bacillus thuringenesis, beavaria bassiana, metarhizium anisopliae, verticillium lecanii, baculovirus, other bioinsecticides (other bioinsecticides include predatory insects, and protozoans), biofungicide- bacillus, trichoderma, streptomyces, pseudomonas, other biofungicidese (other biofungicides include saccharomyces, aureobasidium, and coniothyrium), bionemeticides- microbials, biochemicals.
The seed enhancement is sub segmented into biologicals- biofertilizers, nitrogen-fixing biofertilizers, phosphate solubilizing & mobilizing biofertilizers, potassium solubilizing & mobilizing biofertilizers, other biofertilizers (other biofertilizers include zinc, silica, and sulfur solubilizing biofertilizers), biostimulants, humic substances, seaweed extracts, microbial amendments, amino acids, other biostimulants, (other biostimulants include polysaccharides, trace minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants), plant growth regulators- auxins, gibberellic acid, cytokinins, abcisisic acid biofertilizers, ethylene, seed priming, seed disinfection.
The production and consumption of vegetables to a major role in nutrition and the global population. The production of fruit & vegetables has experienced a remarkable increase, and consumption has also increased and is expected to continue during the forecast period. Moreover, the rising demand for organic fruits & vegetables is driving the growth of not just the seed treatment market but also the adjacent market of biological seed treatment market. Further, the increasing production of high-value vegetable crops, such as lettuce, spinach, hydroponic, tomato, and bell pepper, has increased the scope for developing the seed treatment market.
Asia Pacific is projected to be the largest-growing region during the forecast period because there is growing demand for fodder crops. The increasing demand for crop protection chemicals in Asia Pacific countries is accelerating the markets during the forecast period. Most established players are expanding their business in the Asia Pacific region, driven by the increasing demand.
Report Attribute |
Specifications |
Market size value in 2024 |
USD 6.9 Bn |
Revenue Forecast in 2034 |
USD 15.7 Bn |
Growth rate CAGR |
CAGR of 8.7% from 2025 to 2034 |
Quantitative units |
Representation of revenue in US$ Bn,and CAGR from 2025 to 2034 |
Historic Year |
2021 to 2024 |
Forecast Year |
2025-2034 |
Report Coverage |
The forecast of revenue, the position of the company, the competitive market statistics, growth prospects, and trends |
Segments Covered |
Type, Material, Precursor And End Users |
Regional scope |
North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa |
Country scope |
U.S.; Canada; U.K.; Germany; China; India; Japan; Brazil; Mexico; France; Italy; Spain; South Korea; Southeast Asia |
Competitive Landscape |
Medtronic Plc (Ireland), Boston Scientific Corporation (Us), Abbott, Livanova Plc, Cochlear Ltd., Microport Scientific Corporation, Sonova, Nevro Corp., Axonics, Inc., Neuronetics, Electrocore, Inc., Neuropace, Inc., Biotronik, Medico S.R.L., Zhejiang Nurotron Biotechnology Co., Ltd., Med-El, Aleva Neurotherapeutics, Neurosigma, Inc., Soterix Medical Inc. and Others. |
Customization scope |
Free customization report with the procurement of the report, Modifications to the regional and segment scope. Particular Geographic competitive landscape. |
Pricing and available payment methods |
Explore pricing alternatives that are customized to your particular study requirements. |
Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
1.1. Research Methodology
1.2. Research Scope & Assumptions
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
Chapter 3. Global Seed Treatment Market Snapshot
Chapter 4. Global Seed Treatment Market Variables, Trends & Scope
4.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
4.2. Drivers
4.3. Challenges
4.4. Trends
4.5. Investment and Funding Analysis
4.6. Industry Analysis – Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
4.7. Competitive Landscape & Market Share Analysis
4.8. Impact of Covid-19 Analysis
Chapter 5. Market Segmentation 1: by type Estimates & Trend Analysis
5.1. by type & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
5.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following by type:
5.2.1. Chemical
5.2.2. Non-chemical
Chapter 6. Market Segmentation 2: by Crop Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
6.1. by Crop Type & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
6.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following by Crop Type:
6.2.1. Oilseeds
6.2.1.1. Soybean
6.2.1.2. Cotton
6.2.1.3. Canola
6.2.1.4. Sunflower
6.2.1.5. Other oilseeds (Other oilseeds include safflower.)
6.2.2. Cereals & Grains
6.2.2.1. Corn
6.2.2.2. Wheat
6.2.2.3. Rice
6.2.2.4. Sorghum
6.2.2.5. Barley
6.2.2.6. Other cereals & grains (Other cereals & grains include millets)
6.2.3. Fruits & Vegetables
6.2.3.1. Solanaceae
6.2.3.2. Cucurbits
6.2.3.3. Brassicas
6.2.3.4. Leafy vegetables
6.2.3.5. Root & bulb vegetables
6.2.3.6. Other fruits & vegetables (Other fruits & vegetables include peas, eggplants, and melon)
6.2.3.7. Other Crop Types (Turf, Forages, Alfalfa, and Flower seeds.)
Chapter 7. Market Segmentation 3: by Formulation Estimates & Trend Analysis
7.1. by Formulation & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
7.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following by Formulation:
7.2.1. DS - (Powder for dry seed treatment)
7.2.2. WS - (Water dispersible powder for slurry seed treatment)
7.2.3. WG - (Water dispersible granules)
7.2.4. SS - (Water soluble powder)
7.2.5. LS - (Liquid Solution)
7.2.6. ES - (Emulsion)
7.2.7. FS - (Flowable concentrate)
7.2.8. CF - (Capsule suspension)
7.2.9. GF - (Gels)
Chapter 8. Market Segmentation 4: by Crop Type technique Estimates & Trend Analysis
8.1. by Crop Type technique & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
8.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following by Crop Type technique:
8.2.1. Seed Coating
8.2.2. Seed Dressing
8.2.3. Seed Pelleting
Chapter 9. Market Segmentation 5: by Function Estimates & Trend Analysis
9.1. by Function & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
9.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following by Function:
9.2.1. Seed Protection
9.2.1.1. Chemical
9.2.1.1.1. Insecticides
9.2.1.1.1.1. Thiamethoxam
9.2.1.1.1.2. Imidacloprid
9.2.1.1.1.3. Clothianidin
9.2.1.1.1.4. Other insecticides (Other insecticides include fipronil and chlorpyrifos.)
9.2.1.1.2. Fungicide
9.2.1.1.2.1. Thiram
9.2.1.1.2.2. Carbendazim
9.2.1.1.2.3. Tebuconazole
9.2.1.1.2.4. Carboxin
9.2.1.1.2.5. Other fungicides (Other fungicides include metalaxyl and ipconazole)
9.2.1.1.3. Other seeed protection functions (Other seed protection functions include nematicides.)
9.2.1.1.3.1. Fumigants
9.2.1.1.3.2. Organophosphate
9.2.1.1.3.3. Carbamates
9.2.1.1.3.4. Other Nematicides (Other nematicides include acetoprole, benclothiaz, DBCP, and chitosan)
9.2.1.2. Biological seed protection
9.2.1.2.1. Bioinsecticide
9.2.1.2.1.1. Bacillus Thuringenesis
9.2.1.2.1.2. Beavaria Bassiana
9.2.1.2.1.3. Metarhizium Anisopliae
9.2.1.2.1.4. Verticillium Lecanii
9.2.1.2.1.5. Baculovirus
9.2.1.2.1.6. Other Bioinsecticides (Other bioinsecticides include predatory insects, and protozoans)
9.2.1.2.2. Biofungicide
9.2.1.2.2.1. Bacillus
9.2.1.2.2.2. Trichoderma
9.2.1.2.2.3. Streptomyces
9.2.1.2.2.4. Pseudomonas
9.2.1.2.2.5. Other Biofungicidese (Other biofungicides include saccharomyces, aureobasidium, and coniothyrium)
9.2.1.2.3. Bionemeticides
9.2.1.2.3.1. Microbials
9.2.1.2.3.2. Biochemicals
9.2.2. Seed Enhancement
9.2.2.1. Biologicals
9.2.2.1.1. Biofertilizers
9.2.2.1.2. Nitrogen-Fixing Biofertilizers
9.2.2.1.3. Phosphate Solubilizing & Mobilizing Biofertilizers
9.2.2.1.4. Potassium Solubilizing & Mobilizing Biofertilizers
9.2.2.1.5. Other Biofertilizers (Other biofertilizers include zinc, silica, and sulfur solubilizing biofertilizers)
9.2.2.1.6. Biostimulants
9.2.2.1.6.1. Humic Substances
9.2.2.1.6.2. Seaweed Extracts
9.2.2.1.6.3. Microbial Amendments
9.2.2.1.6.4. Amino Acids
9.2.2.1.6.5. Other Biostimulants (Other biostimulants include polysaccharides, trace minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants)
9.2.2.2. Plant growth regulators
9.2.2.2.1. Auxins
9.2.2.2.2. Gibberellic acid
9.2.2.2.3. Cytokinins
9.2.2.2.4. Abcisisic acid Biofertilizers
9.2.2.2.5. Ethylene
9.2.2.3. Seed priming
9.2.2.4. Seed disinfection
Chapter 10. Seed Treatment Market Segmentation 6: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
10.1. North America
10.1.1. North America Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2021-2034
10.1.2. North America Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Crop Type, 2021-2034
10.1.3. North America Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Formulation, 2021-2034
10.1.4. North America Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Application technique, 2021-2034
10.1.5. North America Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Function, 2021-2034
10.1.6. North America Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2021-2034
10.2. Europe
10.2.1. Europe Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2021-2034
10.2.2. Europe Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Crop Type, 2021-2034
10.2.3. Europe Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Formulation, 2021-2034
10.2.4. Europe Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Application technique, 2021-2034
10.2.5. Europe Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Function, 2021-2034
10.2.6. Europe Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2021-2034
10.3. Asia Pacific
10.3.1. Asia Pacific Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2021-2034
10.3.2. Asia Pacific Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Crop Type, 2021-2034
10.3.3. Asia-Pacific Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Formulation, 2021-2034
10.3.4. Asia-Pacific Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Function, 2021-2034
10.3.5. Asia-Pacific Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Application technique, 2021-2034
10.3.6. Asia Pacific Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2021-2034
10.4. Latin America
10.4.1. Latin America Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2021-2034
10.4.2. Latin America Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Crop Type, 2021-2034
10.4.3. Latin America Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Formulation, 2021-2034
10.4.4. Latin America Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Application technique, 2021-2034
10.4.5. Latin America Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Function, 2021-2034
10.4.6. Latin America Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2021-2034
10.5. Middle East & Africa
10.5.1. Middle East & Africa Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2021-2034
10.5.2. Middle East & Africa Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Crop Type, 2021-2034
10.5.3. Middle East & Africa Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Formulation, 2021-2034
10.5.4. Middle East & Africa Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Application technique, 2021-2034
10.5.5. Middle East & Africa Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Function, 2021-2034
10.5.6. Middle East & Africa Seed Treatment Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2021-2034
Chapter 11. Competitive Landscape
11.1. Major Mergers and Acquisitions/Strategic Alliances
11.2. Company Profiles
11.2.1. Medtronic Plc (Ireland)
11.2.2. Boston Scientific Corporation (Us)
11.2.3. Abbott
11.2.4. Livanova Plc
11.2.5. Cochlear Ltd.
11.2.6. Microport Scientific Corporation
11.2.7. Sonova
11.2.8. Nevro Corp.
11.2.9. Axonics, Inc.
11.2.10. Neuronetics
11.2.11. Electrocore, Inc.
11.2.12. Neuropace, Inc.
11.2.13. Biotronik
11.2.14. Medico S.R.L.
11.2.15. Zhejiang Nurotron Biotechnology Co., Ltd.
11.2.16. Med-El
11.2.17. Aleva Neurotherapeutics
11.2.18. Neurosigma, Inc.
11.2.19. Soterix Medical Inc.
11.2.20. Bioinduction (Amber Therapeutics)
11.2.21. Gimer Medical
11.2.22. Cefaly
11.2.23. Biocontrol Medical
11.2.24. Other Prominent Players
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Seed Treatment Market- By Formulation
Seed Treatment Market- By Application Technique
Seed Treatment Market- By Function
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