Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Market SIZE & SHARE ANALYSIS - GROWTH TRENDS & FORECASTS UP TO 2030

The Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Market is segmented by Breeding Technology (Hybrids, Open Pollinated Varieties & Hybrid Derivatives), by Cultivation Mechanism (Open Field) and by Country (Australia, Bangladesh, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Myanmar, Pakistan, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam). The market volume and value are presented in metric ton and USD respectively. The key data points include the market size of seeds by breeding technology, cultivation mechanism and crop.

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https://s3.mordorintelligence.com/cagr/1629296433433_test~cagr_cagr.svg Market Size (2024) USD 152 Million
https://s3.mordorintelligence.com/cagr/1629296433433_test~cagr_cagr.svg Market Size (2030) USD 210.9 Million
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https://s3.mordorintelligence.com/cagr/1629296433433_test~cagr_cagr.svg CAGR (2024 - 2030) 5.61 %
https://s3.mordorintelligence.com/globe/1629285706162_test~globe_globe.svg Largest Share by Country India

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Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Market Analysis

The Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Market size is estimated at 152 million USD in 2024, and is expected to reach 210.9 million USD by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.61% during the forecast period (2024-2030).

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152 Million

Market Size in 2024 (USD)

210.9 Million

Market Size in 2030 (USD)

9.58 %

CAGR (2017-2023)

5.61 %

CAGR (2024-2030)

Largest Market by Breeding Technology

76.57 %

value share, Hybrids, 2023

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The higher usage of hybrids is associated with their uniform bulb size, disease resistance, high yield, and long shelf and storage life, along with their uniform color.

Largest Market by Country

30.56 %

value share, India, 2023

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It is one of the major onion producers worldwide, which is supported by favorable climatic conditions, the development of improved hybrids, and high export potential.

Fastest-growing Market by Breeding Technology

5.79 %

Projected CAGR, Open Pollinated Varieties & Hybrid Derivatives, 2024-2030

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The low cost of seeds, high adaptability to local conditions, development of many varieties, and ease of seed production are the major factors driving the demand.

Fastest-growing Market by Country

7.09 %

Projected CAGR, Indonesia, 2024-2030

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The demand for onion seeds is increasing due to the increased area under cultivation, higher prices in the international market, and an increase in consumption demand.

Leading Market Player

8.94 %

market share, Bayer AG, 2022

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Bayer AG is a prominent player in the region, with a wider portfolio. It developed high-performance onion varieties suitable for local climatic conditions.

Hybrids dominate the onion seed market with increased demand and the development of hybrid varieties with high-yielding and disease-resistant characteristics

  • In Asia-Pacific, hybrid seeds dominate the onion seed market in terms of volume and value compared to open-pollinated varieties and hybrid derivatives. In 2022, hybrid onion seeds accounted for 76.6% of the onion seed market. ​The market value of hybrids increased by more than 50% between 2017 and 2022 due to the increased availability of hybrid varieties with high-yielding characteristics.
  • Hybrids with disease resistance and other quality traits are in high demand in the region as they prevent incurring yield losses and fetch good prices in the market. In India and China, varieties with disease resistance to purple blotch are widely cultivated. Major companies are developing onion seed varieties through research stations, agricultural universities, and coordinated projects in the region.​ For instance, in 2021, Bejo and De Groot en Slot launched the first downy mildew-resistant shallot from seed named Innovator.
  • In 2022, Australia and India together accounted for 32.2%, mainly due to the increased domestic demand and higher adoption of hybrid seeds for the cultivation of onions.
  • Onion is a self and cross-pollination crop and, thus, does not require much isolation distance for seed production. Therefore, seed production is easy and cost-effective in the case of open-pollinated varieties. The open-pollinated varieties and hybrid derivatives seed market accounted for a market value of USD 31.9 million in 2022. The demand for OPVs is projected to grow at a slower rate due to the increased natural calamities and infestation of pests and diseases in the region.
  • Increased development of hybrid varieties and increased domestic demand are expected to drive the market's growth during the forecast period.
Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Market

Increased cultivation areas to earn higher profits and meet the international market demand are driving the growth of onion seeds in the region, with India, Bangladesh, and Pakistan leading in production

  • Asia-Pacific accounted for 31.7% of the global onion seed market in 2022. Onion is cultivated in all seasons, especially in the rabi season, with Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan leading the production in the region.
  • India is the largest producer of onion in the region, with a production of 26.6 million metric tons in 2021. In 2022, it held a market share of 30.3% in the region's onion seed market. ​The area under onion cultivation was 1.3 million ha in 2017, which increased to 1.6 million ha in 2022. It is an extremely important vegetable crop for the domestic and international markets as it is an essential ingredient for cuisines.
  • In Bangladesh, the production of onion increased from 1.8 million metric tons in 2017 to 2.2 million metric tons in 2021, an increase of 22.2%, due to the availability of hybrid seeds and increased land use. Hence, the growing area under cultivation of onion and increased production are expected to boost the sales of onion seeds during the forecast period.
  • In Pakistan, Sindh was the leading onion-producing state, accounting for around 37% of the total production, followed by Balochistan (32%), Punjab (21%), and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (10%) in 2021-2022. For most farmers, onions are valuable commodities for trading in Pakistan. Farmers consider onion as a profitable crop because it increases their income and productivity with high-yielding varieties. Therefore, the demand for new onion seed varieties is expected to increase during the forecast period.​
  • Increasing demand for high-yield varieties and increased cultivation area under onions are the factors anticipated to drive the onion seed market in the region during the forecast period.​

Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Market Trends

International demand for onion and favorable market prices are driving onion cultivation in the region

  • Asia-Pacific is one of the major regions in the world concerning the production of onions with the presence of major onion-producing countries. In 2022, the area under onion cultivation in Asia-Pacific accounted for 4.1 million hectares. The onion acreage in the region increased by 24.2% between 2017 and 2022, which is attributed to the demand for onion from the fresh food market and the increase in market prices from international markets. The area under cultivation of onion in the region declined by 2.9% in 2019 compared to 2018 due to the abnormally heavy monsoon rains declining the area harvested and reduction in market prices in a few countries.
  • In Asia-Pacific, India was the major country concerning the area under onion cultivation which accounted for 43.3% of the acreage in 2022. The area under cultivation of onion in the country increased by 26.8% between 2017 and 2022. It is associated with favorable market prices either from private players or government procurement and the increase in export markets. For instance, the export of onion from India to the rest of the world increased by 48% in 2022 compared to 2021. China was the major country after India which occupied 29.8% of the area under onion cultivation in the region in 2022. Even though China and India are major countries in onion production, the genetic base, soil conditions, and flavor of onions are different and have higher demand for their own characteristics.
  • Indonesia and Bangladesh are a few major countries in terms of the area under cultivation of onion in the region, which increased during the historic period. However, the adoption of commercial hybrids and increased exposure to the export market is estimated to drive India faster in the region.
Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Market

Disease resistant and quality attributes are the most popular onion traits in the region, alongside growing consumption

  • In Asia-Pacific, onion seed is one of the largest and most consumed vegetable seeds. The increasing demand for onions from consumers has boosted the market. Therefore, the need for consistent quality and increased productivity is increasing, and several traits are being incorporated for efficient performance in the field. Quality attributes such as long-day storage, attractive color, either red or white, and early or late maturity are the key traits adopted to fetch higher prices.
  • The major traits preferred by growers in the region are disease resistance to pink root and downy mildew. In India and China, varieties with disease resistance to purple blotch are widely cultivated. Major companies are developing onion seed varieties through research stations, agricultural universities, and coordinated projects in the country. For instance, in 2021, Bejo and De Groot en Slot launched the first downy mildew-resistant shallot from seed, which was named Innovator.
  • The major seed companies, such as Bayer AG, BASF SE, Groupe Limagrain, East-West Seeds, Sakata Seeds Corporation, and Bejo Zaden BV, are developing varieties with a focus on high-yielding, attractive color, and winter adaptability traits. The combination of multiple disease-resistant traits with quality attributes such as size and color has been gaining popularity in the region to earn higher profits.
  • Therefore, high-quality onions with high disease resistance and increased shelf life and product innovations with quality attribute traits are anticipated to increase the demand for these seeds during the forecast period.
Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Market

OTHER KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS COVERED IN THE REPORT

  • Hybrid breeding technique dominates onion seed production in Asia-Pacific due to seasonal dependence on traditional breeding techniques

Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Industry Overview

The Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Market is fragmented, with the top five companies occupying 27.08%. The major players in this market are BASF SE, Bayer AG, Groupe Limagrain, Nong Woo Bio and Sakata Seeds Corporation (sorted alphabetically).

Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Market Leaders

  1. BASF SE

  2. Bayer AG

  3. Groupe Limagrain

  4. Nong Woo Bio

  5. Sakata Seeds Corporation

Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Market Concentration

Other important companies include Bejo Zaden BV, East-West Seed, Enza Zaden, Takii and Co. Ltd.

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order.

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Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Market News

  • January 2021: Bejo and De Groot en Slot launched the first Downy Mildew resistant shallot from seed, which was named Innovator.
  • July 2019: Takii and Go Products, a Dutch onion set producer, have a long history of successful collaboration and launched a new brand, Unio, for onions.

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Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Market Report - Table of Contents

  1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & KEY FINDINGS

  2. REPORT OFFERS

  3. 1. INTRODUCTION

    1. 1.1. Study Assumptions & Market Definition

    2. 1.2. Scope of the Study​

    3. 1.3. Research Methodology

  4. 2. KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS

    1. 2.1. Area Under Cultivation

    2. 2.2. Most Popular Traits

    3. 2.3. Breeding Techniques

    4. 2.4. Regulatory Framework

    5. 2.5. Value Chain & Distribution Channel Analysis

  5. 3. MARKET SEGMENTATION (includes market size in Value in USD, Forecasts up to 2030 and analysis of growth prospects)

    1. 3.1. Breeding Technology

      1. 3.1.1. Hybrids

      2. 3.1.2. Open Pollinated Varieties & Hybrid Derivatives

    2. 3.2. Cultivation Mechanism

      1. 3.2.1. Open Field

    3. 3.3. Country

      1. 3.3.1. Australia

      2. 3.3.2. Bangladesh

      3. 3.3.3. China

      4. 3.3.4. India

      5. 3.3.5. Indonesia

      6. 3.3.6. Japan

      7. 3.3.7. Myanmar

      8. 3.3.8. Pakistan

      9. 3.3.9. Philippines

      10. 3.3.10. Thailand

      11. 3.3.11. Vietnam

      12. 3.3.12. Rest of Asia-Pacific

  6. 4. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

    1. 4.1. Key Strategic Moves

    2. 4.2. Market Share Analysis

    3. 4.3. Company Landscape

    4. 4.4. Company Profiles

      1. 4.4.1. BASF SE

      2. 4.4.2. Bayer AG

      3. 4.4.3. Bejo Zaden BV

      4. 4.4.4. East-West Seed

      5. 4.4.5. Enza Zaden

      6. 4.4.6. Groupe Limagrain

      7. 4.4.7. Nong Woo Bio

      8. 4.4.8. Sakata Seeds Corporation

      9. 4.4.9. Takii and Co. Ltd

  7. 5. KEY STRATEGIC QUESTIONS FOR SEEDS CEOS

  8. 6. APPENDIX

    1. 6.1. Global Overview

      1. 6.1.1. Overview

      2. 6.1.2. Porter’s Five Forces Framework

      3. 6.1.3. Global Value Chain Analysis

      4. 6.1.4. Global Market Size and DROs

    2. 6.2. Sources & References

    3. 6.3. List of Tables & Figures

    4. 6.4. Primary Insights

    5. 6.5. Data Pack

    6. 6.6. Glossary of Terms

List of Tables & Figures

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  2. AREA UNDER CULTIVATION OF ONION, HECTARE, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017-2022
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF MAJOR ONION TRAITS, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2022
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF ONION BREEDING TECHNIQUES, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2022
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  2. VOLUME OF ONION SEED, METRIC TON, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF ONION SEED, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF ONION SEED BY BREEDING TECHNOLOGY CATEGORIES, METRIC TON, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF ONION SEED BY BREEDING TECHNOLOGY CATEGORIES, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF ONION SEED BY BREEDING TECHNOLOGY CATEGORIES, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF ONION SEED BY BREEDING TECHNOLOGY CATEGORIES, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF HYBRIDS ONION SEED, METRIC TON, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF HYBRIDS ONION SEED, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF HYBRIDS ONION SEED BY COUNTRY, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2023 AND 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF OPEN POLLINATED VARIETIES & HYBRID DERIVATIVES ONION SEED, METRIC TON, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF OPEN POLLINATED VARIETIES & HYBRID DERIVATIVES ONION SEED, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF OPEN POLLINATED VARIETIES & HYBRID DERIVATIVES ONION SEED BY COUNTRY, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2023 AND 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF ONION SEED BY CULTIVATION MECHANISM CATEGORIES, METRIC TON, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF ONION SEED BY CULTIVATION MECHANISM CATEGORIES, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF ONION SEED BY CULTIVATION MECHANISM CATEGORIES, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF ONION SEED BY CULTIVATION MECHANISM CATEGORIES, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF ONION SEED SOWN IN OPEN FIELD, METRIC TON, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF ONION SEED SOWN IN OPEN FIELD, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF SEEDS SOWN IN OPEN FIELD BY BREEDING TECHNOLOGY, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2023 AND 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF ONION SEED BY COUNTRY, METRIC TON, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF ONION SEED BY COUNTRY, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF ONION SEED BY COUNTRY, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF ONION SEED BY COUNTRY, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF AUSTRALIA ONION SEED, METRIC TON, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF AUSTRALIA ONION SEED, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF AUSTRALIA ONION SEED BY BREEDING TECHNOLOGY, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2023 AND 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF BANGLADESH ONION SEED, METRIC TON, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF BANGLADESH ONION SEED, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF BANGLADESH ONION SEED BY BREEDING TECHNOLOGY, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2023 AND 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF CHINA ONION SEED, METRIC TON, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF CHINA ONION SEED, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF CHINA ONION SEED BY BREEDING TECHNOLOGY, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2023 AND 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF INDIA ONION SEED, METRIC TON, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF INDIA ONION SEED, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF INDIA ONION SEED BY BREEDING TECHNOLOGY, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2023 AND 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF INDONESIA ONION SEED, METRIC TON, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF INDONESIA ONION SEED, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF INDONESIA ONION SEED BY BREEDING TECHNOLOGY, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2023 AND 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF JAPAN ONION SEED, METRIC TON, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF JAPAN ONION SEED, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF JAPAN ONION SEED BY BREEDING TECHNOLOGY, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2023 AND 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF MYANMAR ONION SEED, METRIC TON, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
  1. Figure 46:  
  2. VALUE OF MYANMAR ONION SEED, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
  1. Figure 47:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF MYANMAR ONION SEED BY BREEDING TECHNOLOGY, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2023 AND 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF PAKISTAN ONION SEED, METRIC TON, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
  1. Figure 49:  
  2. VALUE OF PAKISTAN ONION SEED, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF PAKISTAN ONION SEED BY BREEDING TECHNOLOGY, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2023 AND 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF PHILIPPINES ONION SEED, METRIC TON, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
  1. Figure 52:  
  2. VALUE OF PHILIPPINES ONION SEED, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
  1. Figure 53:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF PHILIPPINES ONION SEED BY BREEDING TECHNOLOGY, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2023 AND 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF THAILAND ONION SEED, METRIC TON, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF THAILAND ONION SEED, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
  1. Figure 56:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF THAILAND ONION SEED BY BREEDING TECHNOLOGY, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2023 AND 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF VIETNAM ONION SEED, METRIC TON, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF VIETNAM ONION SEED, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
  1. Figure 59:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF VIETNAM ONION SEED BY BREEDING TECHNOLOGY, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2023 AND 2030
  1. Figure 60:  
  2. VOLUME OF REST OF ASIA-PACIFIC ONION SEED, METRIC TON, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
  1. Figure 61:  
  2. VALUE OF REST OF ASIA-PACIFIC ONION SEED, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2030
  1. Figure 62:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF REST OF ASIA-PACIFIC ONION SEED BY BREEDING TECHNOLOGY, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2023 AND 2030
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  2. MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES BY NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES, COUNT, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017-2023
  1. Figure 64:  
  2. MOST ADOPTED STRATEGIES, COUNT, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017-2023
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF MAJOR PLAYERS, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2023

Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Industry Segmentation

Hybrids, Open Pollinated Varieties & Hybrid Derivatives are covered as segments by Breeding Technology. Open Field are covered as segments by Cultivation Mechanism. Australia, Bangladesh, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Myanmar, Pakistan, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam are covered as segments by Country.

  • In Asia-Pacific, hybrid seeds dominate the onion seed market in terms of volume and value compared to open-pollinated varieties and hybrid derivatives. In 2022, hybrid onion seeds accounted for 76.6% of the onion seed market. ​The market value of hybrids increased by more than 50% between 2017 and 2022 due to the increased availability of hybrid varieties with high-yielding characteristics.
  • Hybrids with disease resistance and other quality traits are in high demand in the region as they prevent incurring yield losses and fetch good prices in the market. In India and China, varieties with disease resistance to purple blotch are widely cultivated. Major companies are developing onion seed varieties through research stations, agricultural universities, and coordinated projects in the region.​ For instance, in 2021, Bejo and De Groot en Slot launched the first downy mildew-resistant shallot from seed named Innovator.
  • In 2022, Australia and India together accounted for 32.2%, mainly due to the increased domestic demand and higher adoption of hybrid seeds for the cultivation of onions.
  • Onion is a self and cross-pollination crop and, thus, does not require much isolation distance for seed production. Therefore, seed production is easy and cost-effective in the case of open-pollinated varieties. The open-pollinated varieties and hybrid derivatives seed market accounted for a market value of USD 31.9 million in 2022. The demand for OPVs is projected to grow at a slower rate due to the increased natural calamities and infestation of pests and diseases in the region.
  • Increased development of hybrid varieties and increased domestic demand are expected to drive the market's growth during the forecast period.
Breeding Technology
Hybrids
Open Pollinated Varieties & Hybrid Derivatives
Cultivation Mechanism
Open Field
Country
Australia
Bangladesh
China
India
Indonesia
Japan
Myanmar
Pakistan
Philippines
Thailand
Vietnam
Rest of Asia-Pacific
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Market Definition

  • Commercial Seed - For the purpose of this study, only commercial seeds have been included as part of the scope. Farm-saved Seeds, which are not commercially labeled are excluded from scope, even though a minor percentage of farm-saved seeds are exchanged commercially among farmers. The scope also excludes vegetatively reproduced crops and plant parts, which may be commercially sold in the market.
  • Crop Acreage - While calculating the acreage under different crops, the Gross Cropped Area has been considered. Also known as Area Harvested, according to the Food & Agricultural Organization (FAO), this includes the total area cultivated under a particular crop across seasons.
  • Seed Replacement Rate - Seed Replacement Rate is the percentage of area sown out of the total area of crop planted in the season by using certified/quality seeds other than the farm-saved seed.
  • Protected Cultivation - The report defines protected cultivation as the process of growing crops in a controlled environment. This includes greenhouses, glasshouses, hydroponics, aeroponics, or any other cultivation system that protects the crop against any abiotic stress. However, cultivation in an open field using plastic mulch is excluded from this definition and is included under open field.
Keyword Definition
Row Crops These are usually the field crops which include the different crop categories like grains & cereals, oilseeds, fiber crops like cotton, pulses, and forage crops.
Solanaceae These are the family of flowering plants which includes tomato, chili, eggplants, and other crops.
Cucurbits It represents a gourd family consisting of about 965 species in around 95 genera. The major crops considered for this study include Cucumber & Gherkin, Pumpkin and squash, and other crops.
Brassicas It is a genus of plants in the cabbage and mustard family. It includes crops such as carrots, cabbage, cauliflower & broccoli.
Roots & Bulbs The roots and bulbs segment includes onion, garlic, potato, and other crops.
Unclassified Vegetables This segment in the report includes the crops which don’t belong to any of the above-mentioned categories. These include crops such as okra, asparagus, lettuce, peas, spinach, and others.
Hybrid Seed It is the first generation of the seed produced by controlling cross-pollination and by combining two or more varieties, or species.
Transgenic Seed It is a seed that is genetically modified to contain certain desirable input and/or output traits.
Non-Transgenic Seed The seed produced through cross-pollination without any genetic modification.
Open-Pollinated Varieties & Hybrid Derivatives Open-pollinated varieties produce seeds true to type as they cross-pollinate only with other plants of the same variety.
Other Solanaceae The crops considered under other Solanaceae include bell peppers and other different peppers based on the locality of the respective countries.
Other Brassicaceae The crops considered under other brassicas include radishes, turnips, Brussels sprouts, and kale.
Other Roots & Bulbs The crops considered under other roots & bulbs include Sweet Potatoes and cassava.
Other Cucurbits The crops considered under other cucurbits include Watermelon and gourds (bottle gourd, bitter gourd, ridge gourd, Snake gourd, and others).
Other Grains & Cereals The crops considered under other grains & cereals include Barley, Buck Wheat, Canary Seed, Triticale, Oats, Millets, and Rye.
Other Fibre Crops The crops considered under other fibers include Hemp, Jute, Agave fibers, Flax, Kenaf, Ramie, Abaca, Sisal, and Kapok.
Other Oilseeds The crops considered under other oilseeds include Ground nut, Hempseed, Mustard seed, Castor seeds, safflower seeds, Sesame seeds, and Linseeds.
Other Forage Crops The crops considered under other forages include Napier grass, Oat grass, White clover, Ryegrass, and Timothy. Other forage crops were considered based on the locality of the respective countries.
Pulses Pigeon peas, Lentils, Broad and horse beans, Vetches, Chickpeas, Cowpeas, Lupins, and Bambara beans are the crops considered under pulses.
Other Unclassified Vegetables The crops considered under other unclassified vegetables include Artichokes, Cassava Leaves, Leeks, Chicory, and String beans.
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Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Market Research FAQs

The Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Market size is expected to reach USD 152.00 million in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 5.61% to reach USD 210.89 million by 2030.

In 2024, the Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Market size is expected to reach USD 152.00 million.

BASF SE, Bayer AG, Groupe Limagrain, Nong Woo Bio and Sakata Seeds Corporation are the major companies operating in the Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Market.

In the Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Market, the Hybrids segment accounts for the largest share by breeding technology.

In 2024, India accounts for the largest share by country in the Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Market.

In 2023, the Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Market size was estimated at 152.00 million. The report covers the Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Market historical market size for years: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

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Asia-Pacific Onion Seed Market SIZE & SHARE ANALYSIS - GROWTH TRENDS & FORECASTS UP TO 2030