Australia Forage Seeds Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Australia Forage Seeds Market Report is Segmented by Crop Type (Cereals, Legumes, and Grasses) and Animal Type (Ruminant, Swine, Poultry, and Other Animal Types). The Report Offers the Market Size and Forecasts in Terms of Value (USD) for all the Above Segments.

Australia Forage Seeds Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Australia Forage Seed Market Size

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Australia Forage Seed Market Summary
Study Period 2020 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 96.88 Million
Market Size (2030) USD 113.13 Million
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 3.15 %
Market Concentration Low

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Australia Forage Seed Market Major Players

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Australia Forage Seed Market Analysis

The Australia Forage Seed Market size is estimated at USD 96.88 million in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 113.13 million by 2030, at a CAGR of 3.15% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

Australia's forage seed market primarily serves dairy and livestock farmers who aim to produce high-yield crops. These seeds are specifically cultivated for various forage species, with alfalfa and clover being the predominant varieties. The seeds support specialized animal feed requirements, which contribute to increased cattle productivity. The growing consumption of animal products in Australia, particularly milk and meat, stems from increased awareness of milk's health benefits and higher protein demand. This trend drives the need for quality animal feed, subsequently boosting the forage seed market. Farmers prioritize high-quality forage to optimize livestock output. According to Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA), Australia maintains one of the world's highest per capita consumption rates for beef and sheepmeat. Recent data shows that 92% of Australian households purchased beef, while 72% bought lamb. In 2023, Australia ranked third globally in beef consumption at 23.4 kg per capita, following Argentina and the United States. Additionally, Australia led global sheepmeat consumption with 7.4 kg per capita in 2023.

According to the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, dairy is one of Australia's most important rural industries, producing 8.8 billion liters of milk in 2022-23 and directly employing about 33,500 people. The majority of milk production occurs on the south-east seaboard in Victoria, New South Wales, and Tasmania. South-east Victoria has the largest number of dairies with 1,020 facilities and 281,000 cows in 2023. According to Dairy Australia, in 2024, Victoria contributed 63.2% of Australia's total milk production volume, while Queensland accounted for 3.4%. This production pattern has increased the demand for forage seeds, as farmers seek high-quality forage crops to enhance milk and meat production from their cattle.

Fodder serves as feed for livestock including cattle, sheep, pigs, horses, chickens, and rabbits. According to a 2023 Dairy Australia report, hay production for the domestic market occurs primarily in southern Australia, supporting the dairy and beef industries. Dairy Australia data indicates the national dairy cattle herd comprises two million head, including calves, across 5,055 registered dairy farms. The livestock diet consists of pasture, hay, silage, grains, and forage crops such as lucerne, turnips, and oats. The growing exports of animal products are creating opportunities for Australia's forage seed market.

Australia Forage Seed Industry Overview

The Australia forage seeds market is highly fragmented with many global and regional players. RAGT, DLF Seeds, Selected Seeds, Corteva Agriscience, and KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA are some of the leading players in the region. These players are continuously expanding their operations to different regions to increase their revenue. they are also actively merging and partnering with the other firms to continue their domination. 

Australia Forage Seed Market Leaders

  1. DLF Seeds

  2. Selected Seeds

  3. Corteva Agriscience

  4. KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA

  5. RAGT

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Australia Forage Seed Market Concentration
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Australia Forage Seed Markett News

  • November 2023: RAGT Australia, a seed company, has acquired BASF's open-pollinated wheat seed assets in Australia to expand its portfolio of fodder, dual-purpose, and cash crops. This acquisition enhances the company's existing wheat breeding programs with new germplasm and strengthens its global cereals presence.
  • March 2023: PGG Wrightson Seeds, a subsidiary of DLF, has successfully developed the new GT07 phalaris variety. This variety exhibits greater persistence and market potential, particularly under Australia's changing climate conditions. The development of GT07 was made possible through collaboration with CSIRO's breeding program.

Australia Forage Seed Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions & Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Market Drivers
    • 4.2.1 Increase in Demand for Animal Products
    • 4.2.2 Rise in Demand for Forage Crops
    • 4.2.3 Growing Livestock Population
  • 4.3 Market Restraints
    • 4.3.1 Adverse Climatic Conditions
    • 4.3.2 Increasing Incidences of Disease Epidemics
  • 4.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.4.1 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
    • 4.4.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.4.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 5.1 Crop Type
    • 5.1.1 Cereals
    • 5.1.2 Legumes
    • 5.1.3 Grasses
  • 5.2 Animal Type
    • 5.2.1 Ruminant
    • 5.2.2 Swine
    • 5.2.3 Poultry
    • 5.2.4 Other Animal Types

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Most Adopted Strategies
  • 6.2 Market Share Analysis
  • 6.3 Company Profiles
    • 6.3.1 RAGT
    • 6.3.2 DLF Seeds
    • 6.3.3 Selected Seeds
    • 6.3.4 Valley Seeds
    • 6.3.5 Synergy Seeds
    • 6.3.6 Notman Pasture Seeds
    • 6.3.7 Corteva Agriscience
    • 6.3.8 KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA
    • 6.3.9 Deutsche Saatveredelung AG
  • *List Not Exhaustive

7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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Australia Forage Seed Industry Segmentation

Forage grass seeds are used to produce different types of forage grasses, which are eaten by grazing livestock. The report contains an analysis of various aspects of forage seeds across Australia. The Australia Forage Seeds Market is segmented by Crop Type (Cereals, Legumes, and Grasses) and Animal Type (Ruminant, Swine, Poultry, and Other Animal Types). The report offers the market size and forecasts in terms of value (USD) for all the above segments.

Crop Type Cereals
Legumes
Grasses
Animal Type Ruminant
Swine
Poultry
Other Animal Types
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Australia Forage Seed Market Research Faqs

How big is the Australia Forage Seed Market?

The Australia Forage Seed Market size is expected to reach USD 96.88 million in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 3.15% to reach USD 113.13 million by 2030.

What is the current Australia Forage Seed Market size?

In 2025, the Australia Forage Seed Market size is expected to reach USD 96.88 million.

Who are the key players in Australia Forage Seed Market?

DLF Seeds, Selected Seeds, Corteva Agriscience, KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA and RAGT are the major companies operating in the Australia Forage Seed Market.

What years does this Australia Forage Seed Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Australia Forage Seed Market size was estimated at USD 93.83 million. The report covers the Australia Forage Seed Market historical market size for years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Australia Forage Seed Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Australia Forage Seed Industry Report

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