Global Commercial Seeds Market: Biotech Seeds Continue to Record Sustainable Growth despite Patent Issues, finds TMR

Transparency Market Research (TMR) finds that the global commercial seeds market is monopolistic in nature as leading companies sell numerous products that are significantly differentiated from each other. The market is highly consolidated as the top four companies – Monsanto, DuPont, Syngenta, and Vilmorin - accounted for a share of approximately 58.0% in 2011 in the global commercial seeds market.

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To enhance their production, many leading manufacturers are entering into exclusive agreements with farmers in order to buy and supply seeds. As a result of this, the competition among the players is expected to intensify over the next couple of years. A few of the other companies operating in the global commercial seeds market are Takii, Sakata, Agreliant, KWS, and Bayer AgroScience. The global commercial seeds market is expected to witness promising growth over the forecast period. The global market for commercial seeds stood at US$43.81 bn in 2015 and is projected to rise to a valuation of US$53.32 bn by the end of 2018.

Maize to Dominate Conventional Seeds Market; Soybean to Emerge Leading Genetically Modified (GMO) Crop

The global commercial seeds market has been broadly bifurcated into conventional and bioseeds or genetically modified seeds. Both the segments have been analyzed on the basis of product and region. Among the various products in the conventional seeds segment, maize emerged dominant in 2012 and is likely to retain a strong hold over the market until 2018. It is expected to account for a share of 45.5% in 2018, closely trailed by soybean with a share of 16.3% in the same year. The high consumption of maize can be attributed to its unique ability to grow in extreme and diverse conditions and a wide application range. Similarly, in the genetically modified seeds segment, soybean is expected to emerge dominant with a share of 41.3% in 2018.

Region-wise, both in the conventional and genetically modified seeds segments, North America dominated the market. It is expected to maintain a leading position until 2018 and is expected to hold a share of 29.6% and 30.9% in the respective segments in 2018. The growth of the markets for conventional and genetically modified commercial crops in North America can be attributed to the ongoing technological developments to produce high yield crops, the standardization in global farming, and the extensive use of biotechnology in farming.

Growing use of Biofuels to Enhance Production of Genetically Modified Commercial Crops

One of the key ingredients used in the production of ethanol is corn. Wet and dry milling are the forms in which corn ethanol is available. Owing to their ecological benefits and efficiency, yellow corn has been gaining prominence as an additive used in the production of biofuels. For instance, corn has been continuously used as a feedstock for biogas plants in Germany in the post-industrialization era. Likewise, in several parts of Europe such as France and Germany, ethanol is a component added to regular fuel. It does not affect the output of the automobile and works as efficiently as any regular fuel. The growth in the production of genetically modified commercial seeds is also due to the high economic value of these seeds in comparison to conventional seeds as they have a high yield value and resistance power against diseases and pests

“In spite of all the positive outlook of the market, it is expected that factors such as patent issues that on one hand favor the innovator and on the other hand create entry barriers are anticipated to hinder the growth of the market. Concerns related to the safety of genetically modified crops can also challenge the growth of the global commercial seeds market,” says a TMR analyst.

This review is based on a Transparency Market Research report titled, “Commercial (Conventional and Biotech/GM) Seeds Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2012-2018.”

Commercial Seeds: Product Segment Analysis,

• Maize (Corn)
• Soybean
• Vegetables
• Cereals
• Cotton
• Rice
• Canola
• Others (Sunflower, Sugarbeet)

Bioseeds (GM Seeds): Product Segment Analysis,

• Maize (Corn)
• Soybean
• Cotton
• Canola 

Commercial Seeds Market: Genetically Modified Seeds to Contribute Substantially to Global Revenues by 2018, says TMR

The global commercial seeds market is fairly consolidated with the top four companies accounting for 55% of the market in 2011. Key players in the market are agricultural biotechnical corporations who have extensive research expertise, Transparency Market Research (TMR) states in its new report. These include: Monsanto, DuPont Pioneer, Syngenta, Vilmorin, and Bayer AgroScience. Exclusive agreements between seed companies and farmers are resulting in an intense competitive scenario within the global commercial seeds market. The threat of substitutes is likely to remain low as there exists merely the threat of internal substitution of conventional seeds by bioseeds. The threat of new entrants is expected to rise from low to medium over the coming years.

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According to the report, the global commercial seeds market is expected to rise from US$43.81 bn in 2015 to US$53.32 bn by 2018. On the basis of geography, North America, closely followed by Asia Pacific is expected to lead in the global commercial seeds market. North America is also expected to remain the dominant segment, accounting for 31% of the global genetically modified (GM) seeds market. By product, the maize segment is expected to remain the lead and account for 45.5% of the commercial seeds market by 2018. The soybean product segment is anticipated to lead, representing 41.3% of the global genetically modified seeds (bio-seeds) market.

Increasing Population Driving Demand for Commercial Seeds

The growing population is fueling the need for higher agricultural production, which in turn is driving the demand for commercial seeds. The growing industrialization across emerging nations has led to a decline in the available arable land. Since commercial seeds will continue to remain an important enabler of food security, their demand is expected to remain steady. Another factor boosting the market is the rise in the use of bio-fuels. The use of corn for fuels was over 59% in 2011 and this is expected to increase in the coming years, thus driving the global commercial seeds market. The rising demand for maize and soybean as fodder feed is yet another factor encouraging the growth of the market.

Patent and Monopoly Issues to Challenge Growth of Commercial Seeds Market

The protection provided by patent laws for genetically modified seeds is projected to provide manufacturers of these seeds with an advantage in the market, but acts as an entry barrier for several other new manufacturers. “Small companies that do not have patented seeds are entering into agreements with larger companies to develop seeds with a particular trait,” states a TMR analyst. Thus, companies supplying patented seeds exercise rights over small players and create a monopolistic situation in the market.

Another factor that is acting as a challenge is the safety hazards associated with GM crops. Many of the GM seeds thus, lack commercial viability as there are high risks involved with the consumption of the modified DNA that is inserted in the seed. As such, there are several government regulations that restrict the consumption of crops that are GM on a large scale.

Rising Standards of Farming to Fuel Demand for Commercial Seeds

With traditional farming methods being increasingly being replaced with modern and scientific approach to farming. Farmers across the globe are striving to find the best, optimum solution, which will help them achieve substantial production of crops. This is expected to lead to a growing use of technology and will provide an immense scope of opportunity for GM seeds in particular. Additionally, the use of genetic engineering to modify seeds to carry extra nutrients and make them resistant to pest attacks will drive the demand for GM seeds, thus creating an opportunity for growth in the market.

This information is based on the findings of a report published by Transparency Market Research titled “Commercial Seeds Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2012 - 2018.”

The global commercial seeds market is segmented as follows:

By Products (Commercial Seeds)

• Maize (Corn)
• Soybean
• Vegetables
• Cereals
• Cotton
• Rice
• Canola
• Others (Sunflower, Sugarbeet)

By Products (GM Seeds)

• Maize (Corn)
• Soybean
• Cotton
• Canola

By Region

• North America
• Latin America
• Asia Pacific
• Rest of World (RoW)

Global Commercial Seeds Market Suppressed by Patent Monopoly

The global commercial seeds market will experience substantial growth in the coming few years in the sectors of commercial seeds and biotech/genetically modified seeds. On the basis of ownership, the global commercial seeds market is segmented into proprietary seeds and non-proprietary seeds. Seeds owned and marketed by a company fall into the category of proprietary seeds and this sector held over 85% of the market in 2011. On the other hand, non-proprietary seeds are the seeds bought and sold by local farmers and plant breeders.

The market for bioseeds or genetically modified (GM) seeds has been experiencing steady growth in the past few years. Furthermore, it is expected that newer varieties of GM seeds will be launched in the coming few years.

Booming Global Population to Drive Global Commercial Seeds Market

The growth prospects of the global market for commercial seeds are bright due to several drivers. World population is increasing at a rapid pace, which has resulted in a higher demand for food. Furthermore, there is a high demand for animal feed, biofuels, and oleochemicals. This will in turn fuel the growth of the global commercial seeds market. Another factor driving the global commercial seeds market is the accelerating avenues of research and development for biotech seeds.

According to a market intelligence agency, the global commercial seeds market will expand at a marked 9.9% CAGR during the forecasting horizon of 2012 to 2018. The global commercial seeds market in 2011 was estimated at US$34.50 billion and is expected to reach a value of US$53.32 billion by end of 2018. The segment of bioseeds in the global commercial seeds market was estimated at US$15.60 billion in the year 2011 and is anticipated to reach a value of US$30.21 billion by 2018. The bioseeds market will display a CAGR of 9.9% during the forecast period.

Patent Monopoly to Suppress Global Commercial Seeds Market

Nevertheless, the market will be challenged by a number of factors. For example, patent and monopoly issues in the market will suppress the market’s growth. Furthermore, safety concerns regarding genetically modified crops will also limit the growth of the global commercial seeds market to an extent. Patents on GM seeds prevent other companies from using specific genetic traits in their plant breeding.

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On the other hand, factors such as benefits from genetically modified seeds and the elevated standards of global farming will provide good growth opportunities for players operating in this market. Companies in the global commercial seeds market have become quite successful in achieving patents over even traditional modes of plant breeding. In 2011, the top 10 leading companies in the market held a massive 75% market share as a result of patent hegemony. The top companies operating in the global commercial seeds market are Monsanto, Syngenta International, DuPont, Vilmorin & Cie, Bayer CropScience, KWS SAAT AG, AgReliant Genetics, Takii, Sakata Seed, and DLF-Trifolium.

Corn Seeds Sector to Lead Global Commercial Seeds Market

The global commercial seeds market is segmented according to product into cotton, canola, rice, soybean, maize/corn, cereals, vegetables, and others such as sunflower and sugarbeet. Under the segment of GM seeds, the products are maize/corn, cotton, canola, and soybean. Corn seeds, which are grown for commercial purposes, hold the largest share (over 40%) in the global commercial seeds market and the segment is expected to hold a value of US$24.26 billion by 2018. Together, soybean, vegetable, and cereals seeds are the second largest sector and held a 35% market share on the basis of consumption in 2011.

Geographically, North America held the largest market share of 30% in the global commercial seeds market in 2011. However, Asia Pacific and Latin America are anticipated to emerge as the fastest growing regional commercial seed markets in the foreseeable future owing to the evolving farming techniques in these regions.

Global Commercial Seed Market to Rise at 9.90% CAGR from 2012 to 2018, Increasing Global Population Propels Growth

According to a new market study published by Transparency Market Research, the global commercial seeds market will be valued at US$53.3 bn by 2018 increasing from US$34.5 bn in 2011. This will translate into a CAGR of 9.90% from 2012 through 2018. The report is titled “Commercial Seeds Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2012 - 2018” and it is available for purchase on the company’s website.

Commercial seeds are developed to cater to the food needs of the rising population across the world. Today, farmers and public-sector plant cultivators hold a small share of the commercial seed market worldwide. This is because in a span of three decades, a handful of multinational corporations have utilized intellectual property laws to commoditize the world’s seed supply.

The report cites many reasons for the development of the commercial seed market over the past few years. The increasing global population, rising demand for animal feed and oleochemicals, and increasing utilization of biofuels are some of the vital reasons for the market’s growth. The report also explains the various factors that are hindering the growth of this market. This primarily includes challenges from patent-related issues; large companies have acquired patents on advanced plant breeding methods, which leaves others to employ conventional methods. This also restricts other players from utilizing specified genetic traits in plant breeding procedures. The commercial seed market is highly consolidated with 75% of the total market being taken over by the top ten players. Other than this, increasing concerns about risks of genetically modified crops is also hampering the growth of this market to a considerable extent, adds the report.

The report segments this market on the basis of commercial seeds, bio seeds (GM seeds), and geography. By commercial seed type, in 2011, maize crop dominated the market and held a 40% revenue share in the global market. On the other hand, soybean and other vegetable seeds collectively held a share of more than 30% in the overall market in the same year. Maize crop is expected to register the fastest growth until the end of the forecast period.

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On the basis of GM seeds, the soybean segment displayed the highest demand in 2011; the segment held a revenue share of more than 40% in the overall market in the same year. However, the corn segment is expected to display the fastest growth until the end of the forecast period.

In terms of geography, North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Rest of the World are the regional segments of this market. In 2011, North America stood as the largest market for commercial seeds with a share of more than 30% in the global market. Asia Pacific and Europe stood as the second-largest and third-largest markets, respectively, for commercial seeds globally in the same year. In the coming years, the Asia Pacific commercial seed market will display double-digit growth due to the rising economic prosperity in the emerging nations of the region.

Monsanto Co., DuPont Pioneer, Bayer CropScience, Dow AgroSciences, Sakata Seed Corp., AgReliant Genetics LLC, Syngenta Int. AG, Vilmorin & Cie SA, KWS SAAT AG, and Takii & Co. Ltd. are some of the major vendors of commercial seeds globally.

The global commercial seed market is segmented into:

By Products (Commercial Seeds)

• Maize (Corn)
• Soybean
• Vegetables
• Cereals
• Cotton
• Rice
• Canola
• Others (Sunflower, Sugarbeet)

By Products (GM Seeds)

• Maize (Corn)
• Soybean
• Cotton
• Canola

By Region

• North America
• Latin America
• Asia Pacific
• Rest of World (RoW)

Global Commercial Seed Market to US$53.3 bn by 2018 driven by Rising Demand for Oleochemicals and Animal Feed

Transparency Market Research (TMR) has published a research report on the global commercial seed market. According to the report, the market was valued US$34.5 bn in 2011. The market is further expected to expand at a CAGR of 9.90% during the period from 2012 to 2018 and reach a value of US$53.3 bn by the end of the forecast period.The research report, titled “Commercial Seeds Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2012 - 2018”, states that rise in the global population, increasing usage of biofuels, and augmenting demand for animal feed and oleochemicals are fueling the global commercial seed market.

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The challenges faced by the worldwide commercial seed market are also explained in this report at length. The market faces challenge from patent-related issues. Several companies have successfully gained patents on advanced methods of plant breeding, restricting others to conventional methods. These patents have also restricted others players from using specified genetic traits in the procedure of plant breeding.The global commercial seed market has become increasingly consolidated due to patent hegemony and 75% of the total market has been captured by top ten market players. Apart from this, the rising concerns over risk associated with genetically modifying crops are also hampers the growth of this market to a significant extent, states the report.

Commercial seeds and bio-seeds (GM seeds) are the two main components of the global commercial seeds market, states the report. In the commercial seeds segment, maize crop led the global market in 2011 with 40% of the market in term of revenue, while soybean and other vegetable seeds collectively accounted for more than 30% of the overall market, in the same year. The market for maize crops is expected to report the fastest growth over the forecast period, cites the market study.

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Further, the report discusses the GM Seeds market, in which the soybean seed segment witnessed the highest demand and contributed more than 40% of the total revenue generated by the market in 2011. However, the market for corn is likely to report the fastest growth in this market segment during the forecast period.The report also analyzes the global commercial seed market in terms of region. North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Rest of the World are the major regional markets for commercial seed. In 2011, the North America commercial seed market accounted for more than 30% of the global market, positioning itself on the top.

The commercial seed market in Asia Pacific and Europe captured second and third position, respectively. The report predicts extensive growth in the Asia Pacific commercial seed market owing to rise in demand for commercial seed from developing Asian economies during the forecast period.The major participants in the global commercial seed market are Monsanto Co., Syngenta Int. AG, DuPont Pioneer, Vilmorin & Cie SA, Bayer CropScience, KWS SAAT AG, Dow AgroSciences, Takii & Co. Ltd., Sakata Seed Corp., DLF-Trifolium, and AgReliant Genetics LLC. Monsanto led the global market with 20% share in 2011, reports the market study.

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