Global Sweet Corn Seeds Market is segmented By Seed Type (Hybrid Certified Seeds, Open Pollinated Certified Seeds, Farm Saved Seeds, Others) By Category (Yellow, White, Bicolor, Others) By Farming Type (Conventional, Organic) By Distribution Channel (Online sales, Hypermarkets/ Supermarkets, Specialty Stores, Others) By Product Type (GMO, Non-GMO) By End Users (Farm Planting, Personal Planting, Others) and By Region (North America, Europe, South America, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa) – Share, Size, Outlook, and Opportunity Analysis, 2024-2031
Market Overview
Global Sweet Corn Seeds Market reached US$ 802.10 million in 2022 and is expected to reach US$ 1114.73 million by 2031, growing with a CAGR of 4.2% during the forecast period 2024-2031.
Consumers are highly adopting these sweet corn as they contain higher percentages of sugar content than cow corn or original corn, also Several nutritional benefits associated with sweet corn seeds, such as their high fiber content, potassium, folate, pantothenic acid, and vitamin B6, all contribute to improve health. Therefore, these factors can contribute to the elevation of demand in the global sweet corn seeds market.
Furthermore, the demand for convenient or ready-to-eat sweet corn products is increasing among consumers, due to which many manufacturers are launching innovative products. For instance, in May 2022, 4700BC, India’s Premium snacks brand, launched a ready-to-eat sweet corn. The product will be available in a delightful range of flavors such as Lemon Pepper, Barbeque, Natural, and Butter. Hence, such rising demand for such RTE foods can help in driving the sweet corn seeds market.
The yellow sweet corn seeds segment holds the largest share in the global sweet corn seeds market, as well as North American region has a dominant world share, as the production rate is high for instance, according to a USDA report, Florida the Sweet corn production in 2022 totaled 312 million pounds. As, a result it can help in driving the market growth.
Market Summary
| Metrics | Details |
| CAGR | 4.2% |
| Size Available for Years | 2022-2031 |
| Forecast Period | 2024-2031 |
| Data Availability | Value (US$) |
| Segments Covered | Seed Type, Category, Farming Type, Distribution Channel, Product Type, End Users, and Region |
| Regions Covered | North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America and Middle East & Africa |
| Fastest Growing Region | Asia-Pacific |
| Largest Region | North America |
| Report Insights Covered | Competitive Landscape Analysis, Company Profile Analysis, Market Size, Share, Growth, Demand, Recent Developments, Mergers and Acquisitions, New Product Launches, Growth Strategies, Revenue Analysis, Porter’s Analysis, Pricing Analysis, Regulatory Analysis, Supply-Chain Analysis and Other key Insights. |
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Market Dynamics
Increase In Consumer Demand For Maize Production
The demand for maize is increasing, for instance, according to Agricultural & Processed Food Products Export Development Authority report production of maize is estimated to be 35.91 million tonnes in 2022-23 in India. Hence, such a high production rate of maize can help in increasing the market for sweet corn seeds.
Furthermore, sweet corn is a type of maize crop that contains a high amount of sugar content, also they are considered as an efficient and nutritious vegetable. It appeals to individuals who are seeking a balanced, nutritious diet as it is an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber, it can help in increasing the market growth.
Rising In Research and Development programs
The rising manufacturing investments and research and development programs are significantly driving the global sweet corn seeds market, The production of new sweet corn seed types with improved qualities like increased yields, disease resistance, climatic adaptability, and superior nutritional profiles. hence, they can contribute to boosting popularity among consumers.
Furthermore, manufacturers are highly focusing on this product, for instance, in October 2023, Syngenta company, creating next-generation sweet corn for growers worldwide. The research performed on up-and-coming sweet corn hybrids represents a treasure of data, yield advancement, and opportunity for the crop. Hence, such research and developments can help in increasing the sweet corn seed market.
Growing Conditions
The growing conditions can significantly restrain the growth of the global sweet corn seeds market, as Sweet corn has specific climate requirements, and variations in temperature, rainfall, and humidity can affect crop yields. Unpredictable or extreme weather events, such as droughts, floods, or heat waves, can lead to reduced production and impact the availability of quality seeds. Hence, they can hamper the market growth.
Market Segment Analysis
The global sweet corn seeds market is segmented based on seed type, category, farming type, distribution channel, product type, end users, and region.
Increase in demand for corn products
Yellow seeds have a maximum share in the global sweet corn seeds market, consumers are highly adopting these yellow sweet corn as a part of their regular diets as they are a good source of essential nutrients, and antioxidants such as carotenoids, lutein, and others. It also contains Dietary fiber is essential for digestive health, promotes regular bowel movements, and helps to prevent constipation.
Furthermore, as the demand for these products is increasing, manufacturers are highly investing in these products, for instance, Harris Seeds company produces yellow sweet corn seeds which is Sweet Corn Candice F1 Seed, they are high quality, augmented supersweet yellow offer excellent field holding ability and excellent yield potential. Its 7.5-8" ears are produced on clean, strong 6' plants. Hence, such product developments can help in increasing market growth.
Market Geographical Share
Increase in Production Rates in North America
The North American region has shown a dominance in the global sweet corn seeds market, as the demand and production rate of sweet corn seeds are high in this region, This can help in increasing the usage of sweet corn seed varieties, which can help in driving the demand for sweet corn seeds in this region.
Furthermore, the production of sweet corn is high in this region, for instance, according to The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) report, sweet corn is the second-largest processing crop Florida, Washington, California, New York, and Oregon are the largest producers of all types of sweet corn. The total value of the 2021 sweetcorn crop was estimated to be over $774 million. Hence, such high production rates can help in raising the sweet corn seeds market in this region.
Market Competitive Landscape
The major global players in the market include Bayer (Pty) Ltd, Vilmorin & Cie, Schlessman Seed Company, Harris Seeds, Johnny's Selected Seeds, Syngenta India Private Limited, KWS SAAT SE & Co. Kgaa, Corteva, Kaveri Seeds, and Mangalam Seeds Limited.
COVID-19 Impact Analysis
The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic in late 2019 created unprecedented challenges for industries worldwide, including the global sweet corn seed market. Also, many governments have imposed lockdown restrictions which have led to disruption of the supply chain which causes a decline in the global sweet corn seeds market.
Key Developments
- In October 2023, Rob-See-Co acquired Federal Hybrids, an Iowa-based seed company. This acquisition positions Rob-See-Co as the 14th largest corn seed company in the United States.
- In July 2021, Tate & Lyle had an agreement to sell a controlling stake in its Primary Products division which makes corn-derived sweeteners, industrial starches, and acidulants in North America and Brazil.
- In March 2020, Heartland Co-op acquired the Texas and New Mexico grain and processed corn business of AGP Grain Marketing LLC, a subsidiary of Ag Processing Inc (AGP).
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Target Audience 2024
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