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Plant Breeding and CRISPR Plants Market Analysis Focused on Application-Based Segmentation Crop Traits Technology Adoption and Regional Growth Opportunities
InsightAce Analytic Pvt. Ltd. announces the release of a market assessment report on the " Plant Breeding and CRISPR Plants Market– (By Application ( Cereals & Grains (Corn, Rice, Wheat, Others), Oilseeds & Pulses (Soybean, Canola, Cotton, Others), Fruits & Vegetables, Others ) By Trait ( Herbicide Tolerance, Disease Resistance, Yield & Grain Size Improvement, Temperature & Stress Tolerance, Drought Resistance, Others ) By Technology ( Conventional Breeding (Cross-breeding and Selection Method (Pedigree Breeding, Mass Selection, Bulk Breeding, Pure Line Selection), Hybridization Methods (Single-cross Hybrids, Three-way Cross Hybrids, Double Cross Hybrids)), Biotechnological Methods (Genetic Transformation (Agrobacterium-mediated transformation, Particle bombardment/gene gun, PEG-mediated transformation, Electroporation), Marker-assisted Breeding (SNP markers, SSR markers, Others), Gene Editing Technologies (CRISPR-Cas9, TALENs, Zinc Finger Nucleases (ZFNs)), Tissue Culture Methods (Micropropagation, Embryo rescue, Anther/pollen culture, Protoplast fusion)) ) By Type ( Biotechnological Methods (Molecular Breeding, Hybrid Breeding, Genetic Engineering, Genome Editing), Conventional Breeding )), Trends, Industry Competition Analysis, Revenue and Forecast To 2034."
According to the latest research by InsightAce Analytic, the Plant Breeding and CRISPR Plants Market is valued at USD 8.5 Bn in 2024, and it is expected to reach USD 21.1 Bn by the year 2034 with a CAGR of 9.9% during the forecast period of 2025-2034.
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Plant breeding and CRISPR (Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats) technologies are increasingly recognized as critical tools for enhancing agricultural productivity to meet the needs of a rapidly expanding global population. As the agricultural sector increasingly emphasizes sustainability and environmental responsibility, these technologies are being employed to develop crop varieties with improved resistance to pests and diseases, thereby reducing reliance on chemical pesticides.
Amid rising climate-related challenges—including higher temperatures, prolonged droughts, and other environmental stressors—CRISPR and advanced breeding techniques are enabling the creation of crops with greater resilience. These innovations are instrumental in maintaining yield stability under adverse conditions and strengthening global food security.
The market for CRISPR-edited crops and next-generation breeding technologies is experiencing significant growth, driven by climate pressures, increasing global food demand, and stricter regulatory limitations on pesticide use. In addition, growing investment in research and the advancement of precision breeding platforms are fostering innovation, positioning CRISPR and modern plant breeding methodologies as pivotal components of the future of sustainable agriculture.
List of Prominent Players in the Plant Breeding and CRISPR Plants Market:
· Bayer AG
· Corteva
· Syngenta Group
· Eurofins Scientific
· KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA
· Limagrain
· BASF
· Beijing Dabeinong Biotechnology Co., Ltd.
· SAKATA SEED CORPORATION
· Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.
· UPL
· Cibus Inc.
· Inari Agriculture, Inc.
· SGS Société Générale de Surveillance SA.
· Benson Hill Inc.
· KeyGene
· Phytoform
· Hudson River Biotechnology
· PacBio
· Evogene Ltd.
· BGI Group
· Sanatech Seed Co., Ltd.
· Pairwise
· TROPIC
· Plantae by Huminn
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Market Dynamics: CRISPR and Plant Breeding
Drivers:
The growing demand for improved crop varieties is a key factor driving the expansion of the CRISPR and plant breeding market. With the global population on the rise and environmental pressures intensifying, there is an increasing need for innovative agricultural technologies that can enhance productivity on limited arable land. CRISPR and advanced plant breeding techniques are being leveraged to increase crop yields, improve nutritional quality, and confer resistance to pests and diseases. For instance, in February 2022, the U.S. National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) allocated over USD 14 million to support traditional plant breeding programs aimed at developing resilient, high-yield crops. These initiatives align with global sustainability objectives and are expected to contribute significantly to market growth.
Challenges:
A primary challenge for the CRISPR and plant breeding sector is the absence of harmonized international regulatory standards for gene-edited crops. While countries such as the United States and Japan employ science-based, flexible frameworks—treating gene-edited crops differently from genetically modified organisms (GMOs) when no foreign DNA is inserted—the European Union applies stricter regulations, categorizing gene-edited crops under GMO legislation. This regulatory divergence impedes global commercialization, creates investment uncertainty, and delays market adoption. Additionally, extended approval timelines and the high costs associated with research and regulatory compliance further restrict the timely introduction of novel crop varieties.
Regional Trends:
The Asia-Pacific region is projected to capture a substantial share of the CRISPR and plant breeding market, driven by pressing food security concerns and the region’s diverse agricultural landscape. Countries such as China and India are investing heavily in R&D, focusing on enhancing yield, nutritional content, and pest resistance in key crops like rice. Moreover, collaborations between biotech firms and academic institutions are fostering innovations tailored to regional agricultural requirements, accelerating market penetration.
North America is expected to experience the fastest growth during the forecast period, supported by advanced technological infrastructure and a mature agricultural sector. The region hosts several leading biotechnology companies developing and commercializing gene-edited crops. Beyond staple crops, high-value commodities such as corn and soybeans are increasingly targeted, with CRISPR technologies being applied to improve drought tolerance, pest resistance, and overall productivity. These factors position North America as a pivotal market in the global CRISPR and plant breeding industry.
Recent Development:
- February 2025: KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA (Germany) strengthened its market position in the sugarbeet seed sector by introducing new combination varieties that integrated strong Cercospora protection (CR+) with the CONVISO SMART system. These types were first offered in a number of European markets, and more are in the works.
- January 2025: Apricus Seeds (US) and Syngenta Vegetable Seeds (Switzerland) have entered into a global license partnership agreement that grants Syngenta exclusive use of Apricus' watermelon, squash, and melon genetics. This collaboration expanded Syngenta's cucurbit line.
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Segmentation of Plant Breeding and CRISPR Plants Market-
By Application-
- Cereals & Grains
- Corn
- Rice
- Wheat
- Others
- Oilseeds & Pulses
- Soybean
- Canola
- Cotton
- Others
- Fruits & Vegetables
- Others
By Trait-
- Herbicide Tolerance
- Disease Resistance
- Yield & Grain Size Improvement
- Temperature & Stress Tolerance
- Drought Resistance
- Others
By Technology-
- Conventional Breeding
- Cross-breeding and Selection Method
- Pedigree Breeding
- Mass Selection
- Bulk Breeding
- Pure Line Selection
- Hybridization Methods
- Single-cross Hybrids
- Three-way Cross Hybrids
- Double Cross Hybrids
- Biotechnological Methods
- Genetic Transformation
- Agrobacterium-mediated transformation
- Particle bombardment/gene gun
- PEG-mediated transformation
- Electroporation
- Marker-assisted Breeding
- SNP markers
- SSR markers
- Others
- Gene Editing Technologies
- CRISPR-Cas9
- TALENS
- Zinc Finger Nucleases (ZFNs)
- Tissue Culture Methods
- Micropropagation
- Embryo rescue
- Anther/pollen culture
- Protoplast fusion
By Type-
- Biotechnological Methods
- Molecular Breeding
- Hybrid Breeding
- Genetic Engineering
- Genome Editing
- Conventional Breeding
By Region-
North America-
· The US
· Canada
Europe-
· Germany
· The UK
· France
· Italy
· Spain
· Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific-
· China
· Japan
· India
· South Korea
· South East Asia
· Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America-
· Brazil
· Argentina
· Mexico
· Rest of Latin America
Middle East & Africa-
· GCC Countries
· South Africa
· Rest of the Middle East and Africa
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