Europe Microbial Based Biological Seed Treatment Market, By Product (Biofertilizers, Biostimulants, Biopesticides, Plant Growth Regulators (PGRs) and Others), Form (Dry, Liquid), Method (Seed Coating, Seed Pelleted, Suspensions, Seed Dressing and Others), Treatment Machine (Coating Machine, Dressing Machine and Pelleting Machine.), Function (Seed Protection, Seed Enchantments), Distribution Channel (Direct Tenders, Retailing), Crop Type (Cereals & Grains, Oilseed & Pulses, Fruits, Vegetables, Herbs, Turf & Ornamental, Floral and others), Industry Trends and Forecast to 2029.
Europe Microbial Based Biological Seed Treatment Market Analysis and Insights
Biological seed treatment is the application of biological organisms to seeds before sowing to suppress, control, or repel diseases, insects, and other pests that attack seeds, seedlings, or plants. Seed treatment is a highly precise method of applying products in the field, providing a high level of protection against insects and disease while decreasing potential exposure to crop protection products in humans and the environment. The presence of microbes establishes early relationships with plants, leading to biostimulant effects such as plant-growth enhancement, increased nutrient uptake, and improved plant resilience to abiotic stress.
For seed coating, various methods are used, such as seed coating, seed pelleted, suspension, seed dressing, and others. The use of microbial based biological seed treatment is expected to rise due to the agriculture industry's demand for the preparation of various products.
Data Bridge Market Research analyses that the Europe microbial based biological seed treatment market will grow at a CAGR of 10.4% during the forecast period of 2022 to 2029.
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Report Metric
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Details
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Forecast Period
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2022 to 2029
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Base Year
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2021
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Historic Years
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2020 (Customizable to 2019 - 2015)
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Quantitative Units
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Revenue in USD Million, Pricing in USD
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Segments Covered
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By Product (Biofertilizers, Biostimulants, Biopesticides, Plant Growth Regulators (PGRs) and Others), Form (Dry, Liquid), Method (Seed Coating, Seed Pelleted, Suspensions, Seed Dressing and Others), Treatment Machine (Coating Machine, Dressing Machine and Pelleting Machine.), Function (Seed Protection, Seed Enchantments), Distribution Channel (Direct Tenders, Retailing), Crop Type (Cereals & Grains, Oilseed & Pulses, Fruits, Vegetables, Herbs, Turf & Ornamental, Floral and others).
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Regions Covered
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Germany, U.K., Italy, France, Spain, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium, Russia, Denmark, Sweden, Poland, Turkey and Rest of Europe
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Market Players Covered
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UPL, Novozymes, Koppert, FMC Corporation, Germains Seed Technology, Albaugh, LLC., ADAMA, Bayer AG, Syngenta Crop Protection AG, BASF SE, Hello Nature International, Marrone Bio Innovations, Inc., Croda International Plc, Plant Health Care plc. , T.Stanes and Company Limited, Tagros Chemicals India Pvt. Ltd., among others.
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Market Definition
Biological seed treatments are a wide class of products with active ingredients, including living microbes, plant extracts, fermentation products, phytohormones, and even hard chemistry. Biological substances are applied to the seed in the form of a powder or a liquid. A uniform coating covers the entire seed. The seed is available to the beneficial ingredients when it needs them in this way. Active agents in biological seed treatment can include microbes such as fungi and bacteria, as well as plant extracts and algal extracts. Beneficial microorganisms from arbuscular mycorrhizal fungus, Trichoderma spp., rhizobia, and other bacteria are applied to seeds before sowing to improve germination. A crop treated with biological seed functions as a biostimulant making it stronger and more productive. The treatment increases agricultural yields while assisting plants in fending diseases and reducing biotic stress. The microorganisms that support plant growth colonize the roots and shield the crop throughout the entire growing season. The applications of microbials based biological seed treatment are diverse.
Europe Microbial Based Biological Seed Treatment Market Dynamics
Drivers
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Growing adoption of organic farming
The practice of adopting organic farming is on the rise, increasing the demand for natural seed treatment products such as biopesticides, biostimulants, and biofungcides. The need for organic crops, fruits, vegetables, cereals, and other crops increases among the consumers to live a clean and healthy lifestyle which increases the demand for organic farming. The awareness regarding the benefits of consuming organic crops to human health and environmental benefits is increasing among the consumers, forcing the farmers to adopt organic practices to fulfill the growing demand of consumers. The increase in the adoption of organic farming by the farmers is leading to a rise in the demand for natural seed treatment products to reduce pollution and environmental damage and also to reduce the residue levels from the food chain. The high adoption rate for organic farming is increasing the demand for natural & organic products worldwide. The adoption of organic farming is increasing worldwide with the rising health concern and environmental concerns, which is proportional to the increase in the demand for biological products.
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Inclination toward the sustainable agriculture
The demand for sustainable agriculture is rising among farmers and consumers, driving the market for microbial bio-based seed treatment products. The concern regarding the environmental effects caused by chemical pesticides is on the rise as synthetic chemical pesticides lead to environmental pollution and soil contamination. It also leads to harmful effects on the food chain.
Also, the demand for a healthy crop with a good yield is on the rise among farmers worldwide, driving the growth of the Europe microbials based biological seed treatment market.
The increase in awareness regarding the benefits of opting for natural seed treatments to produce a sustainable crop without causing damage to the environment or human or animal health is increasing the demand for biological or natural pesticides and thus expected to propel the growth of the Europe microbials based biological seed treatment market.
Opportunities
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Bioencapsulation technology for biological seed treatment
Immobilization and encapsulation of bacterial cells are widely employed in agriculture, pharmaceutical, food, and other industries to create a protective framework or capsule that allows protection, release, and functionalization of active components. Therefore, they are less exposed to harmful environmental variables as a result.
Encapsulation tends to stabilize cells, possibly improving their viability and stability during cultures' production, storage, and handling. It also provides additional protection during rehydration. The application of microbial inoculants to the soil can improve plant nutrient uptake and boost the effectiveness of manures and mineral fertilizers. The bacteria are encapsulated and protected using various techniques. Bacterial cell encapsulation has been challenged and is primarily utilized in agriculture by cross-linking, interfacial polymerization, and spray drying processes.
One of the most popular products for bioencapsulating microorganisms is sodium alginate. The process of bioencapsulating microbial inoculants involves incorporating an active ingredient into a matrix, then a mechanical operation, stabilizing it with a chemical or physical-chemical process. Hydrogels extracted from seaweed, such as alginate, carrageenan, agar-agar, and aga-rose, are considered natural polymers for bioencapsulation.
Furthermore, the biological seed treatment industry also sees significant opportunities from bioencapsulation technology. Research and development in the agricultural sector have been concentrated on creating inoculants that could result in formulations to increase product viability and simplify application. Immobilizing microorganisms can improve the efficacy and shelf life of the formulation, ensuring that it is viable for a longer time.
Thus, the use of the technologies can also enable biological seed treatments to last longer in the soil, resulting in a higher adoption rate. Modern research and developments in bioencapsulation technology are expected to drive the Europe microbials based biological seed treatment market.
Restraints/Challenges
- Government regulatory barriers for biological seed treatment products
Different nations and regions have different regulatory environments for active biological components. In some nations, biologicals must be registered under specific laws, or they could be registered similarly to chemical plant protection products. Sometimes there are fewer data requirements, and other times there might not even be a clearly defined registration process. The EU demands that a biopesticides product's efficacy be quantified and demonstrated to support label claims. Only permitted biopesticides can be lawfully utilized for crop protection. According to OECD recommendations, biopesticides should only be approved if they pose little risk.
Furthermore, the biopesticides registration data portfolio required by the regulator is typically a modified version of the one in existence for conventional chemical pesticides and is utilized by the regulator to perform a risk assessment. It contains details on the method of action, toxicological and ecotoxicological assessments, host range tests, and other factors. The cost of producing this data may discourage businesses from commercializing biopesticides, which are often niche market products.
Therefore, not having an appropriate system for biopesticide registration ensures safety and does not inhibit commercialization which may negatively impact the Europe microbials based biological seed treatment market.
Recent Developments
- In March 2021, according to Meister Media Worldwide, Boatnical Solution Inc. and Syngenta launched a biofungicide product in Mexico named BotriStop, which helps in controlling Botrytis cinerea.
- In April 2020, Syngenta collaborated with Novozymes to commercialize a biofungicide named TAEGRO.
Europe Microbial Based Biological Seed Treatment Market Scope
The Europe microbial based biological seed treatment market is segmented based on product, form, method, treatment machine, function, distribution channel and crop type. The growth amongst these segments will help you analyze major growth segments in the industries and provide the users with a valuable market overview and market insights to make strategic decisions to identify core market applications.
Product
- Biofertilizers
- Biostimulants
- Biopesticides
- Plant growth regulators (PGRs)
- Others
On the basis of product, the Europe microbial based biological seed treatment market is segmented into biofertilizers, biostimulants, biopesticides, plant growth regulators (PGRs), and others.
Form
- Dry
- Liquid
On the basis of form, the Europe microbial based biological seed treatment market is segmented into dry and liquid.
Method
- Seed Coating
- Seed Pelleted
- Suspensions
- Seed Dressing
- Others
On the basis of method, the Europe microbial based biological seed treatment market is segmented into seed coating, seed pelleted, suspensions, seed dressing, and others.
Treatment Machines
- Coating Machine
- Dressing Machine
- Pelleting Machine
On the basis of treatment machines, the Europe microbial based biological seed treatment market is segmented into coating machine, dressing machine, and pelleting machine.
Function
- Seed Protection
- Seed Enhancements
On the basis of function, the Europe microbial based biological seed treatment market is segmented into seed protection, seed enhancements.
Distribution Channel
- Direct Tenders
- Retailing
On the basis of distribution channel, the Europe microbial based biological seed treatment market is segmented into direct tenders and retailing.
Crop Type
- Cereals & Grains
- Oilseed & Pulses
- Fruits
- Vegetables
- Herbs
- Turf & Ornamental
- Floral
- Others
On the basis of crop type, the Europe microbial based biological seed treatment market is segmented into cereals & grains, oilseed & pulses, fruits, vegetables, herbs, turf & ornamental, floral, and others.
Europe Microbial Based Biological Seed Treatment Market Regional Analysis/Insights
The Europe microbial based biological seed treatment market are analyzed, and market size insights and trends are provided based on product, form, method, treatment machines, function, distribution channel, and crop type as referenced above.
The countries covered in the Europe microbial based biological seed treatment market report are the Germany, U.K., Italy, France, Spain, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium, Russia, Denmark, Sweden, Poland, Turkey and Rest of Europe.
France is expected to dominate the Europe microbial based biological seed treatment market in terms of market share and revenue because of the rising adoption of organic farming.
The region section of the report also provides individual market impacting factors and changes in regulations in the market that impact the current and future trends of the market. Data points, such as new and replacement sales, country demographics, disease epidemiology, and import-export tariffs, are some of the major pointers used to forecast the market scenario for individual countries. In addition, the presence and availability of Europe brands and their challenges faced due to high competition from local and domestic brands and the impact of sales channels are considered while providing forecast analysis of the country data.
Competitive Landscape and Europe Microbial Based Biological Seed Treatment Market Share Analysis
The microbial based biological seed treatment market provide details about the competitors. Details include company overview, company financials, revenue generated, market potential, investment in research and development, new market initiatives, Europe presence, production sites and facilities, production capacities, company strengths and weaknesses, product launch, product width and breadth, and application dominance. The above data points are only related to the companies' focus on the Europe microbial based biological seed treatment market.
Some of the major players operating in the Europe microbial based seed treatment market are UPL, Novozymes, Koppert, FMC Corporation, Germains Seed Technology, Albaugh, LLC., ADAMA, Bayer AG, Syngenta Crop Protection AG, BASF SE, Hello Nature International, Marrone Bio Innovations, Inc., Croda International Plc, Plant Health Care plc. , T.Stanes and Company Limited, Tagros Chemicals India Pvt. Ltd., among others.
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