South Africa Seed Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The South Africa Seed Market Report is Segmented by the Crop Type (Grain and Cereal, Pulse, Vegetable, Oilseed, and Other Crop Types) and the Types of Seeds (Conventional Seeds, Hybrid Seeds, and GM Seeds). The Report Offers Market Size and Forecast in Value USD for all the Above Segments.

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South Africa Seed Market Analysis

The South Africa Seed Market size is estimated at USD 0.87 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 1.06 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 3.92% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

South Africa's seed industry is integral to the nation's agriculture, impacting food security, boosting crop yields, and driving agricultural innovation. Over the last century, the industry has evolved, now encompassing approximately 107 seed companies under the South African National Seed Organization (SANSOR). South Africa's seed sector is notably more advanced than those in other African countries, primarily serving commercial farmers. With a growing population and rising consumption, the urgency to enhance productivity intensifies, driving up the demand for commercial seeds and propelling the industry's growth.

Increased investment in seeds is significantly propelling the market forward. Data from the Republic of South Africa indicates that seed prices for farmers rose by 6.9% in 2023 compared to the previous year. This increase in seed spending directly fuels the market's growth. Moreover, South Africa's escalating seed exports to various countries further amplify this growth. For example, data from the ITC trade map reveals that the export value of vegetable seeds from South Africa increased from USD 37,878 thousand in 2022 to USD 38,339 thousand in 2023. Such rising export values are set to be a key driver for the market's expansion. The industry is characterized by a blend of multinational corporations and local enterprises, further bolstering market growth. As a result, the increasing demand for both commercial and high-yielding seeds, aimed at enhancing productivity, is set to drive market growth during the forecast period.

South Africa Seed Industry Overview

The South African seed sector is moderately fragmented. Companies are highly focused on the introduction of new varieties of seeds. Some of the other strategies followed are mergers and acquisitions, expansion and research to outstand the competition. Some of the leading companies are Monsanto South Africa, Capstone Seeds, Corteva Agriscience, Syngenta Seed S.A. (Pty.) Ltd, and Rijk Zwaan.

South Africa Seed Market Leaders

  1. Monsanto South Africa

  2. Corteva agriscience

  3. Capstone seeds

  4. Syngenta Seed S.A. (Pvt.) Ltd.

  5. Rijk Zwaan

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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South Africa Seed Market News

  • November 2023: UPL Limited incorporated the company's subsidiary in South Africa, Advanta Seeds Ltd. The subsidiary established in the country carries out seeds and related business in the region.
  • May 2023: Capstone Seeds have developed two genetically modified cultivars such as CAP 9-242RRBT, which is a fast yellow maize hybrid, and CAP 9-569RRBT, a medium white maize hybrid for dry land plantings.
  • February 2023: Plant genetics company GDM got approval for the launch of 13 soy plant varieties with new GMO seed technology in South Africa.

South Africa Seed Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and 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 Increasing Focus on Food Security
    • 4.2.2 Rising Government Supportive Initiatives
    • 4.2.3 Growing Technological Advancements
  • 4.3 Market Restraints
    • 4.3.1 Stringent Regulatory Framework
    • 4.3.2 High Production and R&D costs
  • 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 Grain and Cereal
    • 5.1.2 Pulse
    • 5.1.3 Vegetables
    • 5.1.4 Oilseed
  • 5.2 Types of Seeds
    • 5.2.1 Conventional Seeds
    • 5.2.2 Hybrid Seeds
    • 5.2.3 GM Seeds

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Most Adopted Strategies
  • 6.2 Market Share Analysis
  • 6.3 Company Profiles
    • 6.3.1 Limagrain Zaad South Africa
    • 6.3.2 Syngenta Seed SA (Pty) Ltd
    • 6.3.3 Corteva Agriscience
    • 6.3.4 Capstone Seed
    • 6.3.5 Rijk Zwaan
    • 6.3.6 Sakata Seed Southern Africa (Pty) Lt
    • 6.3.7 Agricol (Pty) Ltd
    • 6.3.8 Bayer AG
    • 6.3.9 MayFord Seeds (Pty) Ltd
    • 6.3.10 East West Seed
  • *List Not Exhaustive

7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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South Africa Seed Industry Segmentation

A seed is a mature ovule containing an embryo, along with stored nutrients and a protective outer covering, called the seed coat used for crop production. The South Africa Seed Market is segmented by the Crop Type (Grain and Cereal, Pulse, Vegetable, Oilseed, and Other Crop Types) and the Types of Seeds (Conventional Seeds, Hybrid Seeds, and GM Seeds). The report offers market size and forecast in value USD for all the above segments.

Crop Type Grain and Cereal
Pulse
Vegetables
Oilseed
Types of Seeds Conventional Seeds
Hybrid Seeds
GM Seeds
Crop Type
Grain and Cereal
Pulse
Vegetables
Oilseed
Types of Seeds
Conventional Seeds
Hybrid Seeds
GM Seeds
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South Africa Seed Market Research Faqs

How big is the South Africa Seed Market?

The South Africa Seed Market size is expected to reach USD 0.87 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 3.92% to reach USD 1.06 billion by 2030.

What is the current South Africa Seed Market size?

In 2025, the South Africa Seed Market size is expected to reach USD 0.87 billion.

Who are the key players in South Africa Seed Market?

Monsanto South Africa, Corteva agriscience, Capstone seeds, Syngenta Seed S.A. (Pvt.) Ltd. and Rijk Zwaan are the major companies operating in the South Africa Seed Market.

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

In 2024, the South Africa Seed Market size was estimated at USD 0.84 billion. The report covers the South Africa Seed Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the South Africa Seed Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Page last updated on: November 28, 2024

South Africa Seed Industry Report

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