Europe Field Crop Seeds Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034

The Europe field crop seeds market was valued at USD 22.65 Billion in 2024. The industry is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.10% during the forecast period of 2025-2034 to attain a valuation of USD 37.25 Billion by 2034.

Europe Field Crop Seeds Market Growth

Pulses, grains, and oilseeds are major commodities extensively cultivated and traded in Europe. The favourable climatic conditions and know-how in seed production are benefitting the European Union. The presence of a significant population in Europe, changing dietary habits, economic growth, rising urbanisation, and technological advancements in the cultivation and production of field crops are supporting the European field crop seeds market growth.

Sunflower seeds are a key ingredient in several food applications including bakery products, ready-to-eat, and healthy snacks. Europe is witnessing a growing trend of healthy snacks resulted by increased concerns regarding health and well-being and also the inclination towards vegan lifestyles. Sunflower seeds are considered the third largest oilseed by volume imported into Europe and are the most popular and healthy variety of seeds cultivated on a large scale in the region.

Bulgaria, the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Germany, and France are among the top 10 oilseeds importing countries. France is also a major exporter of seeds, with the sector having a turnover of EUR 3.5 billion in 2020-2021. The major customers of French seeds are European countries contributing to 70% of total exports, including Germany, and Spain. The major groups of seeds in France include vegetables and flowers, oilseeds and fibres, corn and sorghum, beets and chicory, turf, cereals, and protein crops.

Europe Field Crop Seeds Industry Segmentation

Europe Field Crop Seeds Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034 offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup by Crop Type

• Oilseeds _x000D_ _x000D_ Soybean _x000D_ Sunflower _x000D_ Cotton _x000D_ Rapeseeds _x000D_ _x000D_
• Oilseeds _x000D_ _x000D_ Soybean _x000D_ Sunflower _x000D_ Cotton _x000D_ Rapeseeds _x000D_ _x000D_
• Cereals and Grains _x000D_ _x000D_ Corn _x000D_ Wheat _x000D_ Rice _x000D_ _x000D_
• Others
• Cereals and Grains _x000D_ _x000D_ Corn _x000D_ Wheat _x000D_ Rice _x000D_ _x000D_
• Oilseeds _x000D_ _x000D_ Soybean _x000D_ Sunflower _x000D_ Cotton _x000D_ Rapeseeds _x000D_ _x000D_
• Cereals and Grains _x000D_ _x000D_ Corn _x000D_ Wheat _x000D_ Rice _x000D_ _x000D_
• Others
• Others

Market Breakup by Seed Type

• Conventional Seed
• Genetically Modified Seeds

Market Breakup by Genetically Modified Seed Traits

• Herbicide-Tolerant
• Insecticide-Resistant
• Others

Market Breakup by Seed Treatment

• Treated
• Non-Treated

Market Breakup by Country

• United Kingdom
• Germany
• France
• Italy
• Others

Europe Field Crop Seeds Market Share

Based on seed type, the market is divided into conventional seed and genetically modified seeds. Conventional seeds are in large demand due to the growing food demands and expanding agricultural sector. Further, the demand for genetically modified seeds is expected to grow in the forecast period, supported by advanced technological capabilities, demand for high-quality seeds, and growing focus on increasing agricultural productivity.

Leading Companies in the Europe Field Crop Seeds Market

The report provides a detailed analysis of the following key players in the market, covering their competitive landscape and latest developments like mergers and acquisitions, investments, and product launches.

• Bayer AG
• Corteva, Inc.
• Syngenta Crop Protection AG
• BASF SE
• KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA
• DLF Seeds A/S
• RAGT Groupe
• Others

The market participants are increasing their research efforts and are focusing on meeting the needs of growers and farmers by entering into partnerships.