The global seed coating market is projected to surge at a CAGR of 6.32% to reach a market size of US$4.881 billion in 2030 from a market size of US$3.593 billion in 2025.
The growing demand for accelerating seed performance is driving the global seed coating industry’s expansion in the forecast period. This will further contribute to overcoming the challenges where concerns regarding feeding an increasingly global population are prevalent. Hence, seed coating technology is paving the way for sustainable crop yield and thus will help increase on-farm productivity, providing an opportunity for the market to proliferate with advancements in seed coating technology.
Considering the importance of seed quality for sustainable crop production and food security, certain seed treatments, including seed coating, further promote market growth in the forecast period. These treatments assist in overcoming germination constraints and promoting high-quality plant growth. Additionally, with the decreasing arable land due to urbanization, the world is adopting R&D activities to develop seed treatment technologies so that every seed gives rise to a healthy seedling, leading to better crop yield for consumption.
It is predicted that in the 21st century, the agriculture sector will be experiencing several challenges, such as having to produce more food to feed a growing population with a small rural workforce. Hence, this is creating a need for many agriculture-dependent emerging economies to gear themselves with adopting efficient and sustainable agriculture production technologies to enhance their agricultural production. Adapting to climate change is another factor challenging the global agriculture sector, and adopting productivity enhancement techniques can overcome this.
The population worldwide is projected to grow by 2.3 billion individuals from 2009 to 2050 (source: FAO). Maximum population growth is estimated to occur in the world's developing economies. The population in the Sub-Saharan African region is set to grow at the fastest rate, accounting for 114%. The population in the East and Southeast Asian region is projected to grow at a growth rate of 13%. In addition, rapid urbanization is forecasted to continue quickly, with urban areas holding 70% of the world population by 2050 (source: FAO). With the increasing per capita income forecasted to increase multiple times by 2050 than the current per capita income, the demand for food will also significantly increase.
The global demand for cereals for human and animal consumption is forecasted to attain around 3 billion tonnes by the end of 2050 (source: FAO), providing an impetus to fuel the market for increasing crop yields. The demand for food commodities like vegetable oils, dairy products, and livestock is estimated to grow faster than cereals and grains. This is because of the high-income population in the world's developing regions.
As per FAO predictions, feeding the growing population will require an increase in the overall production of food by 70% by 2050 from 2005/07. The developing economies would require more food production to almost double to satiate high food demand. Hence, advancements in production technology also hold equal importance in surging market growth in the forecast period and the coming years.
Clariant® Seed Coloration colorant for seed treatment provides a range of powder pigments, pigment preparations, and dyes. The seed coloration treated with pesticides is considered an indispensable safety feature. In addition, individual color, color shades for branding, identification of specific treatment among varied seed varieties, convenience in monitoring seed uniformity, consistency of seed treatments or adding value, and providing cosmetic appeal for high-value seeds are other necessary aspects. The powder pigment products include Agrocer Red 112, Agrocer Red 482, Agrocer Blue 153, Agrocer Green 007, Agrocer Violet 023, and Agrocer Yellow 001.
Incotec, a division of Croda for improving and enhancing seed quality, provides technology for seed treatment. This includes seven technology groups listed as upgrading, priming, disinfection, film coating, encrusting and pelleting, applications of actives and additives, and analytical quality testing.
BrettYoung seed coating involves precisely layering nutrients, pesticides, or growth-promoting additives on seeds, providing value-added benefits. The company's advanced computer-automated seed coating facility is highly capable of enhancing seed appearance, handling, and agronomics. The facility highlights are: Computer automated batch coating having gentle seed handling and precision placement, Precise layering or creating pelleting separation from additives, fluidized bed dryer computer-controlled temperature, robotic bag handling system, and the facility is designed as per Agrochemical Warehousing Standards Association (AWSA) guidelines for safe handling of crop protection products.
Bayer's restructured Peridiam seed coating portfolio has special features to fulfill customized consumer demands. The portfolio comprises Peridiam® Active seed coatings with additional value-adding benefits, Peridiam® Extra, specially designed seed coatings with specific properties, including resistance to high abrasion, performance under cold climatic conditions, and increased seed surface. The Peridiam® Quality is for dust control and adhesion, flowability and sewability, and visual appearance. The benefits of seed coatings include uniform application of treatments for optimal coverage, improved adhesion to ensure that all the beneficial additives remain on the seed, and enhanced protection for operators by reducing dust emissions by up to 95%. Additionally, seed coatings provide advantages for branding and visual differentiation through coloring, as well as improved flowability in planting equipment and better sewability on the farm.
North America is expected to continue dominating the seed coatings market due to its early adoption of the latest technologies and continuous innovations. The Asia Pacific is projected to become the fastest-growing market due to the increasing need for more efficient agricultural technologies to improve crop yields and productivity to serve the demands of its vast population.
Europe is also anticipated to account for a considerable market share in seed coatings due to rigorous regulations regarding sustainable agricultural practices and a growing adoption of organic farming techniques. The emphasis in the region on environmental sustainability and the rising demand for good-quality, coated seeds, which enhance germination percentages, also fuels the market's growth. Large-scale farming in Latin America is expanding rapidly, particularly in Brazil and Argentina, as these countries increasingly adopt large-scale farming techniques and coated seeds to optimize crop yields in adverse climates. Small markets exist in the Middle East and Africa, whose governments invest heavily in cutting-edge farm solutions to tackle food insecurity challenges. These regional dynamics explain why the seed coatings market will grow globally.
| Report Metric | Details |
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| Study Period | 2021 to 2031 |
| Historical Data | 2021 to 2024 |
| Base Year | 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2026 – 2031 |
| Report Metric | Details |
| Seed Coating Market Size in 2025 | US$3.593 billion |
| Seed Coating Market Size in 2030 | US$4.881 billion |
| Growth Rate | CAGR of 6.32% |
| Study Period | 2020 to 2030 |
| Historical Data | 2020 to 2023 |
| Base Year | 2024 |
| Forecast Period | 2025 – 2030 |
| Forecast Unit (Value) | USD Billion |
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| Geographical Segmentation | North America, South America, Europe, Middle East and Africa, Asia Pacific |
| List of Major Companies in the Seed Coating Market |
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| Customization Scope | Free report customization with purchase |
The Seed Coating Market is analyzed into the following segments: