Lettuce Seeds Market Report 2025

This Lettuce Seeds Market report delivers an in-depth analysis of the market’s key characteristics, including size, growth potential, and segmentation. It provides a detailed breakdown of the market across major regions and leading countries, highlighting historical data and future growth projections. The report also examines the competitive landscape, market share insights, emerging trends, and strategic developments shaping the market.

The lettuce seeds market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $6.36 billion in 2024 to $7.07 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.2%. The growth during the historic period can be attributed to the increasing consumer preference for fresh and healthy vegetables, the growing adoption of home gardening, the rising popularity of organic farming, greater awareness of the nutritional benefits of lettuce, and the rise of urban farming practices.

The lettuce seeds market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $10.78 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.78%. The growth during the forecast period can be attributed to the increasing use of precision farming techniques, the growing adoption of hybrid seed varieties, the expansion of vertical farming, the rising demand for sustainable agriculture, and the growing interest in developing climate-resilient seeds. Key trends in the forecast period include the development of genetically modified lettuce seeds, the rising interest in hydroponic farming, the adoption of blockchain for seed traceability, a focus on drought-tolerant lettuce varieties, and the integration of IoT in farming practices.

The increasing number of vegan consumers is expected to drive the growth of the lettuce seeds market in the future. Vegan consumers are individuals who refrain from all animal products, including food, clothing, and cosmetics, due to ethical, health, or environmental reasons. Health awareness, environmental concerns, ethical treatment of animals, and more plant-based food options are contributing to the rise in vegan consumers. Lettuce seeds are primarily grown to produce fresh lettuce, a key ingredient in vegan salads, wraps, and sandwiches. These seeds can also be pressed to produce lettuce seed oil, which is used in vegan cooking or dressings. Additionally, lettuce seeds are sometimes utilized in teas or supplements for their nutritional benefits, such as antioxidants and essential fatty acids. For example, in April 2024, Finder.com Comparison UK Ltd, a UK-based financial comparison company, reported that approximately 6.4% of UK adults, or around 3.4 million people, plan to follow a vegan diet in 2025. This includes 2.1% who are currently vegan, 4.3% (2.3 million) intending to transition from a non-vegan to a vegan diet, and 11% (6.1 million), including 5% who are currently vegetarian, planning to adopt a vegetarian diet. Thus, the increasing number of vegan consumers is fueling the growth of the lettuce seeds market.

Leading companies in the lettuce seed market are investing in innovations in seed technology, such as virus-resistant varieties, to gain a competitive advantage and address the growing demand for sustainable practices. Virus-resistant varieties are genetically engineered or selectively bred plants that can resist viral infections, thus reducing crop losses, improving yields, and supporting sustainable agriculture by decreasing the need for chemical treatments. For instance, in February 2023, Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V., a Netherlands-based vegetable breeding company, introduced two Romaine lettuce varieties, FARMIN RZ and JAMMIN RZ. These varieties were developed to resist the Impatiens necrotic spot virus (INSV) prevalent in the US market. Both varieties are known for their large size, versatility, and suitability for both fresh and processed markets. JAMMIN RZ is ideal for retail, while FARMIN RZ is better suited for processing applications.

In July 2023, Syngenta Vegetable Seeds, a Switzerland-based agricultural technology firm, acquired Feltrin Sementes Ltda for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition is intended to enhance Syngenta’s vegetable seed portfolio and expand its reach to a broader range of global growers. Feltrin Sementes Ltda is a Brazil-based company specializing in vegetable seeds, including lettuce seeds.

Major players in the lettuce seeds market are BASF SE, Bayer AG, Syngenta Ag, Bayer Cropscience Ag, Kings Seeds, Limagrain Ingredients, Enza Zaden Global, Sakata Seed Corporation, Vital Seeds, Nongwoo Bio Co. Ltd., Elsoms Seeds Ltd., Bejo Zaden B.v., Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt En Zaadhandel Besloten Vennootschap (B.v.), 3 Star Lettuce, D.t. Brown Seeds, Takii & Company Limited (Ltd.), Erma Zaden, Paramount Seeds Inc., Row 7 Seed Company, Sow Seeds Limited, Unwins Seeds Ltd., and Mr Fothergill's Seeds.

North America was the largest region in the lettuce seeds market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in lettuce seeds report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the lettuce seeds market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Lettuce seed refers to the small, oval-shaped seeds of the lettuce plant (*Lactuca sativa*), used to grow various types of lettuce. These seeds come in different varieties, including romaine, iceberg, butterhead, and loose-leaf, each resulting in distinct types of lettuce. Lettuce seeds require the right soil, moisture, and temperature conditions for germination and are commonly used in home gardening and commercial farming.

The main types of lettuce seeds include romaine, iceberg, leaf, and butterhead lettuce seeds. Romaine lettuce seeds are specifically grown to produce Romaine lettuce, which is known for its long, crisp leaves and unique flavor, often used in salads and sandwiches. These seeds are available in bagged and canned forms and come in both organic and conventional varieties. They are distributed through various channels, such as online platforms, garden centers, agricultural supply stores, and offline retailers, and are used for farming and greenhouse applications.

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The lettuce seeds market consists of sales of hybrid seeds, open-pollinated seeds, treated seeds, genetically modified (GM) seeds, and conventional seeds. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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