North America Wheat Seed Treatment Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034

North America Wheat Seed Treatment Market Outlook 

The North America wheat seed treatment market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 2.88% between 2024 and 2032.

Key Takeaways: 

• According to USDA, U.S. farmers in 2023/24 harvested 1.81 billion bushels of wheat across 37.3 million acres.

• Statistics Canada reported that the overall wheat production in 2023 amounted to 32.0 million tonnes.

• USDA data shows spring wheat at 25–30%, 340M to over 600M bushels; Durum at 2–5%, under 75M bushels; and winter wheat at nearly 70%.

The North America wheat seed treatment market growth is driven by biological seed treatment owing to its reliance on beneficial microbes or organic compounds from living organisms, which are typically perceived as environmentally preferable to synthetic chemicals.

Biological seed treatments harness beneficial microbes to enhance plant growth, curb diseases, boost stress resilience, and enrich soil health. They represent eco-conscious choices over synthetic chemicals, supporting sustainable farming practices.

Synthetic seed treatments provide a comprehensive shield against pests and diseases, guaranteeing reliable performance, straightforward application, enhanced seedling strength, and secure storage for improved crop growth and seed longevity.

As per USDA data, U.S. farmers are projected to have yielded approximately 1.81 billion bushels of winter, spring, and durum wheat in the 2023/24 season, cultivated across 37.3 million acres, thereby contributing to the growth of the market.

Based on the North America wheat seed treatment share, the United States takes the lead as wheat stands as the primary food grain cultivated in the USA

As per USDA statistics, spring wheat makes up 25–30% of the total U.S. wheat production, varying from 340 million to over 600 million bushels. Durum wheat accounts for 2–5%, totalling under 75 million bushels, while winter wheat, at nearly 70%, leads U.S. production thus boosting the North America wheat seed treatment market. 

According to Statistics Canada, the total wheat production reached 32.0 million tonnes in the year 2023.

 
Market Segmentation

North America Wheat Seed Treatment Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032 offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup by Type

• Synthetic
  • Fungicides
  • Insecticides
  • Others

•  Biological
  • Bio Pesticides
  • Bio Fertilizer
  • Bio Stimulants

Market Breakup by Treatment Method

• Seed Coating

• Seed Pelleting

• Seed Dressing

• Others

Market Breakup by Application

• On-Farm

• Commercial

Market Breakup by Country

• United States of America

• Canada

The North America wheat seed treatment market key players develop, manufacture, and sell crop protection solutions like herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides, aiding growers in crop protection.

The key market players are Bayer AG, Syngenta AG, BASF SE, Corteva Inc., Nufarm Ltd., Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd., BioWorks Inc., Verdesian Life Sciences LLC, UPL Ltd., and Locus AG among others.

Key Highlights of the Report