Seed Coating Polymers Market
PUBLISHED: 2024 ID: SMRC26706
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Seed Coating Polymers Market

Seed Coating Polymers Market Forecasts to 2030 - Global Analysis By Polymer Type (Natural Polymers, Synthetic Polymers and Biodegradable Polymers), Crop Type (Cereals & Grains, Oilseeds & Pulses, Fruits & Vegetables, Flowers & Ornamentals and Other Crops), Process (Film Coating, Encrusting and Pelleting), Application and By Geography

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Published: 2024 ID: SMRC26706

This report covers the impact of COVID-19 on this global market
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According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Seed Coating Polymers Market is accounted for $2.01 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach $4.02 billion by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 10.5% during the forecast period. Seed coating polymers are specialized materials applied to seeds to improve their handling, protection, and performance. These coatings can include nutrients, pesticides, and growth enhancers, facilitating better germination and crop yields. Processes like film coating, encrusting, and pelleting are used to apply these polymers, enhancing seed uniformity, protection against pathogens, and ease of planting, thus supporting more efficient and productive agricultural practices.  

According to a scientific journal in MDPI, the use of superabsorbent polymers in agriculture, such as AgSAP®, helps in water conservation by increasing the number of days between irrigation and reducing watering by 50%.

Market Dynamics:

Driver: 

Increasing demand for high-quality seeds

The growing need for high-quality seeds is a significant driver in the seed coating polymers market. High-quality seeds ensure better germination rates, enhanced disease resistance, and improved crop yields. Seed coating polymers enhance these qualities by providing a protective layer that shields seeds from environmental stressors and pests. This demand is driven by the need to maximize agricultural productivity and meet the food requirements of a growing global population.

Restraint:

Limited awareness and adoption

Limited awareness and adoption of seed coating polymers, particularly in developing regions, act as a restraint on market growth. Many farmers are not fully aware of the benefits of seed coating technologies, such as improved seed performance and protection. Additionally, the initial cost of adopting these technologies can be prohibitive for small-scale farmers. This lack of awareness and financial constraint limits the widespread adoption of seed coating polymers, thereby restraining market expansion.

Opportunity:

Expansion in emerging markets

Emerging markets present a significant opportunity for the seed coating polymers market. As agricultural practices in these regions modernize, there is an increasing demand for advanced seed technologies to improve crop yields and resilience. Companies can capitalize on this opportunity by introducing cost-effective and tailored seed coating solutions that cater to the specific needs of farmers in these regions. Expansion in emerging markets can drive substantial growth in the seed coating polymers market. 

Threat:

Pest and disease resistance

The development of pest and disease resistance poses a threat to the seed coating polymers market. Over time, pests and pathogens can develop resistance to the active ingredients used in seed coatings, reducing their effectiveness. This resistance can lead to increased use of chemical treatments, which may have environmental and health implications. Addressing this threat requires continuous innovation and development of new formulations to stay ahead of evolving pest and disease challenges.

Covid-19 Impact: 

The Covid-19 pandemic disrupted global supply chains, affecting the availability of raw materials and delaying manufacturing processes for seed coatings. This led to supply shortages and production delays, impacting market growth. However, the pandemic also highlighted the importance of food security, driving increased government support and investment in agriculture, which is expected to stimulate demand for seed coatings post-pandemic.

The synthetic polymers segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

The synthetic polymers segment is expected to dominate the market due to its superior performance in enhancing seed germination and protection. Synthetic polymers provide a robust protective barrier against environmental stressors, pests, and diseases, ensuring higher seed viability and crop yields. Their cost-effectiveness and ease of application make them a preferred choice among farmers, driving their widespread adoption and contributing significantly to market growth.

The fruits & vegetables segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

The fruits and vegetables segment is projected to have the highest CAGR due to the increasing demand for high-value crops. Seed coatings for fruits and vegetables enhance seed performance, improve germination rates, and provide protection against pests and diseases. The growing consumer preference for fresh produce and the expansion of horticultural activities drive the demand for advanced seed coating solutions in this segment, contributing to its rapid growth.

Region with largest share:

North America is positioned to dominate the seed coating polymers market due to its advanced agricultural practices and high adoption of innovative technologies. The region's strong focus on enhancing crop yields and seed performance drives the demand for seed coating polymers. Additionally, the presence of major market players and substantial investments in research and development further bolster North America's leading position in the market.

Region with highest CAGR:

The Asia Pacific region anticipates rapid growth in the seed coating polymers market due to increasing agricultural activities and modernization of farming practices. Countries like China and India are investing heavily in advanced agricultural technologies to improve crop productivity and meet the food demands of their large populations. The growing awareness of the benefits of seed coatings and government initiatives to support agricultural development contribute to the high CAGR in this region.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players in Seed Coating Polymers Market include BASF SE, Bayer AG, Clariant AG, Croda International Plc, BrettYoung, Germains Seed Technology, Michelman Inc., Precision Laboratories, Incotec Group BV, Sensient Technologies Corporation, Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd., Syngenta AG, Cargill, Incorporated, Chemtura Corporation, Milliken & Company, Plant Health Care, Mahendra Overseas, SATEC Srl and Lanxess AG.

Key Developments:

In November 2023, BASF Agricultural Solutions is introducing the next level of seed coating with Flo Rite Pro 02 plantability polymer. Flo Rite Pro 02 uses advanced polymer-based technology to combine adhesion properties with exceptional seed flow helping to provide maximum yield potential. Seed singulation and uniform spacing are critical to yield, and with the size of planters, seeds are required to travel long distances at high speeds to achieve uniform spacing. Flo Rite Pro 02 has been developed by BASF specifically to maximize seed flow, optimizing singulation, seed spacing and plant population to help increase yield potential.

In June 2023, Precision Laboratories, LLC, a provider of specialized chemistries for the agricultural industry, and Direct Enterprises, Inc. (DEI), a distributor focused on value-added products for seed producers and conditioners, have entered into a distribution agreement that expands market access for seed-applied technologies. Under the supply and distribution agreement DEI will be the exclusive distributor of Precision Laboratories’ proprietary seed enhancement and seed treatment line of products in states east of the Rocky Mountains.

Polymer Types Covered:
• Natural Polymers
• Synthetic Polymers
• Biodegradable Polymers

Crop Types Covered:
• Cereals & Grains
• Oilseeds & Pulses
• Fruits & Vegetables
• Flowers & Ornamentals
• Other Crop Types 

Process Covered:
• Film Coating
• Encrusting
• Pelleting

Applications Covered:
• Seed Enhancement
• Moisture Management
• Pest & Disease Control

Regions Covered:
• North America
o US
o Canada
o Mexico
• Europe
o Germany
o UK
o Italy
o France
o Spain
o Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
o Japan        
o China        
o India        
o Australia  
o New Zealand
o South Korea
o Rest of Asia Pacific    
• South America
o Argentina
o Brazil
o Chile
o Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa 
o Saudi Arabia
o UAE
o Qatar
o South Africa
o Rest of Middle East & Africa

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- Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
- Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
- Covers Market data for the years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2026, and 2030
- Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
- Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
- Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
- Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
- Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements

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Table of Contents

1 Executive Summary      
       
2 Preface      
 2.1 Abstract     
 2.2 Stake Holders     
 2.3 Research Scope     
 2.4 Research Methodology     
  2.4.1 Data Mining    
  2.4.2 Data Analysis    
  2.4.3 Data Validation    
  2.4.4 Research Approach    
 2.5 Research Sources     
  2.5.1 Primary Research Sources    
  2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources    
  2.5.3 Assumptions    
       
3 Market Trend Analysis      
 3.1 Introduction     
 3.2 Drivers     
 3.3 Restraints     
 3.4 Opportunities     
 3.5 Threats     
 3.6 Application Analysis     
 3.7 Emerging Markets     
 3.8 Impact of Covid-19     
       
4 Porters Five Force Analysis      
 4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers     
 4.2 Bargaining power of buyers     
 4.3 Threat of substitutes     
 4.4 Threat of new entrants     
 4.5 Competitive rivalry     
       
5 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market, By Polymer Type      
 5.1 Introduction     
 5.2 Natural Polymers     
 5.3 Synthetic Polymers     
 5.4 Biodegradable Polymers      
       
6 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market, By Crop Type      
 6.1 Introduction     
 6.2 Cereals & Grains     
  6.2.1 Wheat    
  6.2.2 Corn    
  6.2.3 Barley    
  6.2.4 Other Cereals & Grains    
 6.3 Oilseeds & Pulses     
  6.3.1 Soybean    
  6.3.2 Canola    
  6.3.3 Sunflower    
  6.3.4 Peanuts    
  6.3.5 Lentils    
  6.3.6 Other Oilseeds & Pulses    
 6.4 Fruits & Vegetables     
  6.4.1 Tomato    
  6.4.2 Carrot    
  6.4.3 Strawberries    
  6.4.4 Lettuce    
  6.4.5 Apples    
  6.4.6 Grapes    
  6.4.7 Other Fruits & Vegetables    
 6.5 Flowers & Ornamentals     
  6.5.1 Roses    
  6.5.2 Petunias    
  6.5.3 Tulips    
  6.5.4 Other Flowers & Ornamentals    
 6.6 Other Crop Types
       
7 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market, By Process      
 7.1 Introduction     
 7.2 Film Coating     
 7.3 Encrusting     
 7.4 Pelleting     
       
8 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market, By Application      
 8.1 Introduction     
 8.2 Seed Enhancement     
 8.3 Moisture Management     
 8.4 Pest & Disease Control     
       
9 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market, By Geography      
 9.1 Introduction     
 9.2 North America     
  9.2.1 US    
  9.2.2 Canada    
  9.2.3 Mexico    
 9.3 Europe     
  9.3.1 Germany    
  9.3.2 UK    
  9.3.3 Italy    
  9.3.4 France    
  9.3.5 Spain    
  9.3.6 Rest of Europe    
 9.4 Asia Pacific     
  9.4.1 Japan    
  9.4.2 China    
  9.4.3 India    
  9.4.4 Australia    
  9.4.5 New Zealand    
  9.4.6 South Korea    
  9.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific    
 9.5 South America     
  9.5.1 Argentina    
  9.5.2 Brazil    
  9.5.3 Chile    
  9.5.4 Rest of South America    
 9.6 Middle East & Africa     
  9.6.1 Saudi Arabia    
  9.6.2 UAE    
  9.6.3 Qatar    
  9.6.4 South Africa    
  9.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa    
       
10 Key Developments      
 10.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures     
 10.2 Acquisitions & Mergers     
 10.3 New Product Launch     
 10.4 Expansions     
 10.5 Other Key Strategies     
       
11 Company Profiling      
 11.1 BASF SE     
 11.2 Bayer AG     
 11.3 Clariant AG     
 11.4 Croda International Plc     
 11.5 BrettYoung     
 11.6 Germains Seed Technology     
 11.7 Michelman Inc.     
 11.8 Precision Laboratories     
 11.9 Incotec Group BV     
 11.10 Sensient Technologies Corporation     
 11.11 Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd.     
 11.12 Syngenta AG     
 11.13 Cargill, Incorporated     
 11.14 Chemtura Corporation     
 11.15 Milliken & Company     
 11.16 Plant Health Care     
 11.17 Mahendra Overseas     
 11.18 SATEC Srl     
 11.19 Lanxess AG     
       
List of Tables       
1 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Region (2022-2030) ($MN)      
2 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Polymer Type (2022-2030) ($MN)      
3 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Natural Polymers (2022-2030) ($MN)      
4 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Synthetic Polymers (2022-2030) ($MN)      
5 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Biodegradable Polymers  (2022-2030) ($MN)      
6 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Crop Type (2022-2030) ($MN)      
7 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Cereals & Grains (2022-2030) ($MN)      
8 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Wheat (2022-2030) ($MN)      
9 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Corn (2022-2030) ($MN)      
10 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Barley (2022-2030) ($MN)      
11 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Other Cereals & Grains (2022-2030) ($MN)      
12 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Oilseeds & Pulses (2022-2030) ($MN)      
13 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Soybean (2022-2030) ($MN)      
14 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Canola (2022-2030) ($MN)      
15 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Sunflower (2022-2030) ($MN)      
16 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Peanuts (2022-2030) ($MN)      
17 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Lentils (2022-2030) ($MN)      
18 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Other Oilseeds & Pulses (2022-2030) ($MN)      
19 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Fruits & Vegetables (2022-2030) ($MN)      
20 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Tomato (2022-2030) ($MN)      
21 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Carrot (2022-2030) ($MN)      
22 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Strawberries (2022-2030) ($MN)      
23 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Lettuce (2022-2030) ($MN)      
24 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Apples (2022-2030) ($MN)      
25 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Grapes (2022-2030) ($MN)      
26 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Other Fruits & Vegetables (2022-2030) ($MN)      
27 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Flowers & Ornamentals (2022-2030) ($MN)      
28 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Roses (2022-2030) ($MN)      
29 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Petunias (2022-2030) ($MN)      
30 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Tulips (2022-2030) ($MN)      
31 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Other Flowers & Ornamentals (2022-2030) ($MN)      
32 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Other Crop Types (2022-2030) ($MN)      
33 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Process (2022-2030) ($MN)      
34 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Film Coating (2022-2030) ($MN)      
35 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Encrusting (2022-2030) ($MN)      
36 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Pelleting (2022-2030) ($MN)      
37 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Application (2022-2030) ($MN)      
38 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Seed Enhancement (2022-2030) ($MN)      
39 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Moisture Management (2022-2030) ($MN)      
40 Global Seed Coating Polymers Market Outlook, By Pest & Disease Control (2022-2030) ($MN)      
       
Note: Tables for North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East & Africa Regions are also represented in the same manner as above.       

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