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Market Valuation for Seed Treatment Market to Touch USD 11.74 Billion by 2032; Transition Towards Systemic Approach In Agriculture To Augment The Product Demand

October 27, 2025 | Agriculture

The global seed treatment market size touched the market valuation of USD 5.00 billion in 2024. In 2025, the market is projected to rise from USD 5.52 billion in 2025 to USD 11.74 billion by 2032 growing at a CAGR of 11.38% from 2025 to 2032. Fortune Business Insights™ presents this information in its report titled, “Seed Treatment Market Size, Share & Industry Analysis, By Type (Synthetic Chemicals, and Biologicals), By Function (Seed Protection and Seed Enhancement), By Application Technique (Seed Coating, Seed Dressing, and Seed Pelleting), By Stage of Seed (On-Farm and Off-Farm), By Crop Type (Cereals, Oilseeds, Fruits and Vegetables, and Others), and Regional Forecast, 2025-2032

The promising potential by treated seeds has been paving its way into matured markets of the developed nations. As these nations are transitioning towards adequate, sustainable, and systemic agriculture products, seed treatment has been proving itself to be systemic approach. This treatment has been addressing varied set of challenges affecting crop quality and yield. Market’s demand is characterized by the strong agricultural policies and efforts so as to make agriculture more profitable.

Syngenta Vegetable Seeds opened a new Seed Health Lab in Hyderabad

In March 2024, Syngenta Vegetable Seeds opened a new Seed Health Lab in Hyderabad, India. The inauguration strengthened the company’s continued investment in quality control capabilities, and the facility is one of the world's most advanced seed testing facilities. This investment is set to drive the geographical expansion of the company.

Adoption of Biological Treatments is Driving the New Age of Seed Treatment

Biological solutions prove themselves to be a step forward in chemicals methods and new sourcing of crop inputs. These solutions are new opportunity for the market growth as they are set to be adopted by the farmers and consumers. Biological treatments are made from natural microbes, plant extracts, and beneficial bacteria which can be a better choice for healthy development. Furthermore, new trend of incorporation of innovative technologies can lead to the development of organic and related integrated farming systems.

There are various factors which are responsible for market growth, however, there are some factors which are act as a restraint in the seed treatment market growth. One of the factors is unawareness regarding the different aspects of the treatment of seeds. Traditional methods of crop protection can hinder the adoption of new methods in the marketplace. 

Prominent Market Players Are Taking-Up Strategic Techniques To Enhance Their Market Positions

The market is consolidated moderately with established and local players and global leve; agrochemical companies are taking the market share. BASF SE, Bayer AG, UPL Ltd., and Corteva Agriscience are putting their focus on strategic mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships. Syngenta AG has a vast clientele base with its new product innovation.

List of Key Market Players

  • Syngenta AG (Switzerland)
  • BASF SE (Germany)
  • Bayer AG (Germany)
  • UPL ltd. (India)
  • Corteva Agriscience (U.S.)
  • NuFarm Ltd. (Australia)
  • FMC Corporation (U.S.)
  • Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd. (Japan)
  • Croda Int. PLC (U.K.)
  • Germain's Seed Technology, Inc. (U.S.)

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Key Industry Development

  • April 2025: Lallemand Inc. launched LalRise Shine DS Seed Treatment for corn and dry bean growers. This new product will enhance the root vigor and nutrient availability.

Further Report Findings

  • Synthetic chemicals include fungicides or insecticides which are used to control seeds and seedlings from diseases. These chemicals are the most preferred and used in the market out of all types, as they control the diseases and pests in less time.
  • Amongst various application techniques, seed dressing technique is allowing for faster germination, protection from infection, and better nutrient absorption. Seed dressing protects the crops from foliar infection, reducing the potential of crop loss and its quality during the grain fill.
  • Seed treatment is highly used in cereals due to their rising demand owing to their widening applications in the food industry. In addition, government support and focus on food security in the developing economies and its markets is also boosting the demand.
  • North America takes the dominating seed treatment market share due to favourable agro-economic environments and a wide range of agro-climatic zones and crops. With these factors, region reached the valuation of USD 1.55 billion in 2024 and region’s goal to address their challenge with the optimization of natural resources is propelling the demand for seed treatment.

Table of Segmentation

ATTRIBUTE

DETAILS

Study Period

2019-2032

Base Year

2024

Estimated Year

2025

Forecast Period

2025-2032

Historical Period

2019-2023

Growth Rate

CAGR of 11.38% from 2025 to 2032

Unit

Value (USD Billion)

Segmentation

By Type

  • Synthetic Chemicals
  • Biologicals

By Function

·         Seed Protection

·         Seed Enhancement

By Application Technique

·         Seed Dressing

·         Seed Coating

·         Seed Pelleting

By Stage of Seed

·         On-Farm

·         Off-Farm

By Crop Type

·         Cereals

·         Oilseeds

·         Fruits & Vegetables

·         Others

By Region

North America (By Type, Function, Application Technique, Stage of Seed, Crop Type, and Country)

  • U.S. (By Crop Type)
  • Canada (By Crop Type)
  • Mexico (By Crop Type)

Europe (By Type, Function, Application Technique, Stage of Seed, Crop Type, and Country)

  • Germany (By Crop Type)
  • France (By Crop Type)
  • Italy (By Crop Type)
  • Spain (By Crop Type)
  • U.K. (By Crop Type)
  • Rest of Europe (By Crop Type)

Asia Pacific (By Type, Function, Application Technique, Stage of Seed, Crop Type, and Country)

  • China (By Crop Type)
  • India (By Crop Type)
  • Japan (By Crop Type)
  • Australia (By Crop Type)
  • Rest of Asia Pacific (By Crop Type)

South America (By Type, Function, Application Technique, Stage of Seed, Crop Type, and Country)

  • Brazil (By Crop Type)
  • Argentina (By Crop Type)
  • Rest of South America (By Crop Type)

Middle East and Africa (By Type, Function, Application Technique, Stage of Seed, Crop Type, and Country)

o   Egypt (By Crop Type)

o   South Africa (By Crop Type)

o   Rest of ME&A (By Crop Type)

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