Biological Seed Treatment Market to reach $3.8 Billion by 2030; the growing need for food security, concerns over the environmental impact of chemical treatments and stringent regulations are driving the demand for Biological Seed Treatment.

The Biological Seed Treatment Market size is estimated to reach $3.8 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 11.1% during the forecast period 2024-2030, according to a recent report published by IndustryARC, titled, “Biological Seed Treatment Market – By Product (Microbials and Botanicals), By Form (Powder and Liquid), By Crop Type (Grains & Cereals, Fruits & Vegetables, Commercial Crops, Oil Seeds and Others), By Function (Seed Protection and Seed Treatment), By Geography - Global Opportunity Analysis & Industry Forecast, 2024-2030”.

The rising concerns over the environmental impact of chemical pesticides is driving the demand for biological seed treatments as they are perceived as a safer and eco-friendly alternative. Moreover, stringent regulations in many regions, particularly in Europe and North America are pushing the agricultural sector toward adopting biological seed treatment methods.

Europe accounted for the largest share of 33% of the biological seed treatment market in 2023. Europe dominates the biological seed treatment market due to its stringent regulations on chemical pesticides and a strong focus on sustainable agriculture. The European Union promotes eco-friendly alternatives to harmful chemicals and encourages farmers to adopt biological seed treatments. To support the EU's transition towards sustainable food systems and the reduction of the use of chemical pesticides under the Farm to Fork strategy, in August 2022, the European Commission announced the adoption of new rules to increase the availability of and access to biological plant protection products intended for use in Member States. Additionally, the region’s high awareness of environmental protection and consumer demand for organic and non-GMO crops further fuels the growth of biological seed treatments.

Organic agricultural practices emphasize sustainability and environmental protection. As synthetic chemicals are not used in organic farming, biological seed treatments are an attractive option for enhancing crop resilience and protecting seeds from pests and diseases. With the growing demand for organic produce from health-conscious consumers the use of biological solutions is rising. According to a survey published by Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) in May 2023, 98% of respondents believe that organic food is better as it does not contain pesticide residue. Thus, biological seed treatments support the increasing shift towards chemical-free and sustainable farming practices.

The growing demand to reduce chemical treatments is a key driver for biological seed treatment. As concerns about the long-term environmental and health impacts of chemical pesticides rise, farmers are adopting biologically derived alternatives. CropLife’s 2024 Biologicals Survey found that 72% of respondents plan to increase the number of biological products their companies sell to grower-customers during the coming year. Biological seed treatments such as bio-pesticides and bio-fungicides offer effective solutions without the risks associated with synthetic chemicals.

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