Synthetic Biology in Agriculture Market Report 2026

The synthetic biology in agriculture market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $9.3 billion in 2025 to $11.86 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 27.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in traditional genetic modification research, rising demand for high-yield crops, increasing pest and disease pressure, early integration of biotech in farming, expansion of agricultural r&d investments.

The synthetic biology in agriculture market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $31.13 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 27.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising need for climate-resilient agriculture, growing adoption of genome editing tools, expansion of synthetic microbe applications, rising demand for sustainable farming inputs, increasing commercialization of advanced biotech products. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing development of pest-resistant crops, growing adoption of synthetic microbes for soil health, expansion of gene-edited livestock for higher productivity, rising use of synthetic biology for climate-resilient crops, growing commercialization of bioengineered agricultural inputs.

The increasing demand for sustainable agricultural practices is expected to drive the growth of the synthetic biology in agriculture market in the coming years. Sustainable agricultural practices involve farming methods designed to meet current food and textile needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs, by conserving resources, maintaining soil fertility, and minimizing environmental impact. The adoption of these practices is rising mainly due to government incentive programs that provide financial support to farmers implementing environmentally friendly and resource-efficient farming methods. Synthetic biology in agriculture supports these practices by enabling the development of bioengineered crops and microbes that improve nutrient efficiency, reduce chemical inputs, and enhance soil health, resulting in higher yields with minimal environmental impact. For example, in January 2025, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) reported that the number of active Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) agreements in England reached 32,200, a 23% increase compared to October 2024. This illustrates how the rising demand for sustainable agriculture is fueling the growth of the synthetic biology in agriculture market.

Key companies in the synthetic biology in agriculture market are focusing on solutions such as engineered nitrogen-fixing microbes to improve soil fertility, nutrient use efficiency, and sustainable yield performance. Engineered nitrogen-fixing microbes are microorganisms optimized through synthetic biology and microbial engineering to fix atmospheric nitrogen and associate with plant roots, enabling nitrogen conversion in the rhizosphere, root colonization, and reduced reliance on synthetic fertilizers. For instance, in December 2024, BioConsortia, a US-based microbial biotech company, introduced Always-N, a seed-applied microbial nitrogen-fixing treatment designed to reduce synthetic fertilizer use while maintaining or improving yields in crops such as corn and wheat. The product features over two years of shelf life, on-seed stability, and sustained colonization of plant roots. Always-N enhances nutrient efficiency, lowers fertilizer costs, and promotes environmental sustainability, demonstrating practical applications of synthetic biology in agriculture.

In December 2023, Invaio Sciences, a US-based provider of nature-positive agricultural biologicals and precision delivery systems, acquired Peptyde Bio for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Invaio Sciences gained access to Peptyde Bio’s peptide discovery platform, intellectual property, and portfolio of peptide candidates for crop protection, strengthening its bioactive discovery and biological innovation capabilities while accelerating the development of sustainable alternatives to chemical crop protection. Peptyde Bio specializes in AI-driven antimicrobial peptide design and sustainable disease control solutions for crops, enhancing Invaio Sciences’ capacity for innovative agricultural solutions.

Major companies operating in the synthetic biology in agriculture market are BASF SE, Bayer AG, Corteva Agriscience LLC, KWS Saat Societas Europaea, Twist Bioscience Corporation, Ginkgo Bioworks Incorporated, Benson Hill Incorporated, Pivot Bio Incorporated, Cibus Incorporated, Inari Agriculture Incorporated, Tropic Biosciences United Kingdom Limited, Pairwise Plants Incorporated, Ansa Biotechnologies Incorporated, Arzeda Corporation, GreenLight Biosciences Incorporated, Evogene Limited, Aromyx Corporation, Arcadia Biosciences Incorporated, AquaBounty Technologies Incorporated, Yield10 Bioscience Incorporated.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs on biotechnology products and genetic engineering tools raise import costs for critical inputs such as DNA synthesis materials, laboratory reagents, and engineered microbial strains, affecting agricultural biotechnology companies and research institutions globally. Regions with limited domestic production capacity, particularly in Asia-Pacific and Africa, experience higher operational costs and slower adoption of advanced synthetic biology solutions. However, tariffs may also stimulate domestic manufacturing and innovation, encouraging countries to develop localized biotech supply chains and reduce dependency on imported technologies.

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Synthetic biology in agriculture involves modifying or designing the deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) of plants, microbes, or insects to enable them to perform new or enhanced functions. This is achieved by adding or creating specific genes that help crops grow more efficiently, resist pests, or endure challenging conditions such as drought. By improving crop productivity and resilience, synthetic biology supports sustainable farming practices, reduces reliance on chemical inputs, and plays a vital role in maintaining long-term global food security.

The key product types of synthetic biology in agriculture are crops, livestock, microbes, and others. Crops are genetically engineered plants created through advanced synthetic biology techniques to improve traits such as yield, nutritional content, pest resistance, and environmental adaptability. These advancements are made possible using technologies such as genome editing, pathway engineering, and DNA modification. Applications include crop enhancement, pest and disease management, soil health improvement, livestock production, and others. The key end-users comprise agricultural biotechnology companies, research institutes, farmers, and others.North America was the largest region in the synthetic biology in agriculture market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the synthetic biology in agriculture market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the synthetic biology in agriculture market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The synthetic biology in agriculture market consists of sales of genetically modified seeds, engineered microbes, synthetic enzymes, biofertilizers, biopesticides, and biosensors. 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.

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