Germany Seed Treatment Market Size
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| Market Size (2024) | USD 424.10 Million |
| Market Size (2029) | USD 536.30 Million |
| CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 4.70 % |
| Market Concentration | High |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Germany Seed Treatment Market Analysis
The Germany Seed Treatment Market size is estimated at USD 424.10 million in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 536.30 million by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 4.70% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
Seed treatment refers to the application of chemical or biological products to the seed before sowing to suppress, control, or repel pathogens, insects, and other pests that attack seeds, seedlings, or plants. Seed treatment offers a precise mode of application of products in the field and provides a high level of protection against various pests while reducing the potential exposure of humans and the environment to crop protection products. The key drivers for this market include the rising cost of fertilizers and pesticides, the growing need to increase crop yield and quality, a wide range of benefits of seed treatment and its low cost, reduction of arable land, increasing demand for integrated pest management practices to minimize pesticide usage and reduced risk of exceeding minimum residue level.
Germany Seed Treatment Market Trends
Increasing Adoption of Various GM Crops
The introduction of GM seeds added high value to seeds, with the cost of seeds being high and sometimes being twice as much as that of non-GM seeds. Earlier, a growth percentage of 85% was expected by farmers as some of the seeds would rot or be destroyed by insects. With changing trends and 100% seed emergence expectation by growers even in unfavorable conditions, treatment of seed has become a necessity. Top players in the market are constantly focusing on the development of superior quality seeds through modern breeding techniques, thereby increasing the cost of the seeds. Replanting of seeds due to poor germination or insect attack is expensive; the high cost of labor requirements is also tied into the overall cost. Seed treatment is an effective solution for farmers because good quality seeds lead to better produce. Owing to the fact that most of the GM seeds are treated with chemical treatments, the increase in area under GM crops is positively affecting the seed treatment market growth.
Cereals and grains segment dominate the market
Based on crop type, Germany's seed treatment market is segmented into cereals & grains, oilseeds & pulses, commercial crops, fruits and vegetables, and turf and ornamental crops. The seed treatment is most widely used on cereals & grains, and hence this segment holds the largest share in terms of volume of the overall seed treatment market. Cereals & grains include crops such as wheat, rice, corn, sorghum, oats, and barley. The demand for seed treatment for cereals & grains is mainly driven by factors such as increasing demand for feed, growing population, and industrial applications such as animal feed, starch & ethanol production. However, demand for pulses and oilseeds treatment is anticipated to witness significant growth during the forecast period. The rapid growth of this segment is mainly attributed to the increasing adoption rate of seed treatment among the farmers to control the yield loss due to seed and seedling diseases.
Germany Seed Treatment Industry Overview
The seed treatment market is highly consolidated, with major players such as Adama, BASF SE, Syngenta International AG, Corteva Agriscience, and Bayer Crop Science, occupying major market share. Companies are focusing majorly on new product launches, mergers & acquisitions, expansions, and partnerships which help in increasing their market shares. With the growth in R&D associated with seed treatments, manufacturers of seed treatment products have come up with innovative combinations of these products, which could be extremely beneficial for crop yields. For instance, in the year 2022, Syngenta launched Victrato, a new seed treatment that fights harmful nematodes and illnesses that affect numerous crops, including soybeans, corn, cereals, cotton, and rice.
Germany Seed Treatment Market Leaders
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ADAMA Germany
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BASF SE
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Bayer AG
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Corteva Agrscience
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Syngenta Crop Protection AG
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Germany Seed Treatment Market News
In May 2022, Syngenta launched Victrato, a new seed treatment that fights harmful nematodes and illnesses that affect numerous crops, including soybeans, corn, cereals, cotton, and rice.
Germany Seed Treatment Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Assumptions & Market Definition
1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
4.1 Market Overview
4.2 Market Drivers
4.3 Market Restraints
4.4 Porter's Five Force Analysis
4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.4.3 Threat of New Entrants
4.4.4 Threat of Substitutes
4.4.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
5.1 Product Type
5.1.1 Insecticides
5.1.2 Fungicides
5.1.3 Nematicides
5.2 Crop Type
5.2.1 Commercial crops
5.2.2 Grains and Cereals
5.2.3 Oilseeds and Pulses
5.2.4 Fruits and Vegetables
5.2.5 Turf and Ornamental crops
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1 Market Share Analysis
6.2 Most Adopted Strategy
6.3 Company Profiles
6.3.1 Adama Germany
6.3.2 Bayer Crop Science
6.3.3 BASF SE
6.3.4 Corteva
6.3.5 Syngenta
6.3.6 Nufarm Limited
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
8. IMPACT OF COVID-19
Germany Seed Treatment Industry Segmentation
Germany Seed Treatment market is segmented by Product Type (Insecticides, Fungicides, & Nematicides) and by Crop Type (Commercial crops, Grains & Cereals, Pulses & Oilseeds, Fruits & Vegetables, and turf and ornamental crops).
| Product Type | |
| Insecticides | |
| Fungicides | |
| Nematicides |
| Crop Type | |
| Commercial crops | |
| Grains and Cereals | |
| Oilseeds and Pulses | |
| Fruits and Vegetables | |
| Turf and Ornamental crops |
Germany Seed Treatment Market Research FAQs
How big is the Germany Seed Treatment Market?
The Germany Seed Treatment Market size is expected to reach USD 424.10 million in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 4.70% to reach USD 536.30 million by 2029.
What is the current Germany Seed Treatment Market size?
In 2024, the Germany Seed Treatment Market size is expected to reach USD 424.10 million.
Who are the key players in Germany Seed Treatment Market?
ADAMA Germany, BASF SE, Bayer AG, Corteva Agrscience and Syngenta Crop Protection AG are the major companies operating in the Germany Seed Treatment Market.
What years does this Germany Seed Treatment Market cover, and what was the market size in 2023?
In 2023, the Germany Seed Treatment Market size was estimated at USD 404.17 million. The report covers the Germany Seed Treatment Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Germany Seed Treatment Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Germany Seed Treatment Industry Report
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