Report Overview

United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market - Industry Trends & Forecast Report, 2029

The United Kingdom forage seeds market size was estimated to be worth USD 643.96 million in 2022. During the forecast period between 2023 and 2029, the United Kingdom forage seeds market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.48% reaching a value of USD 1143.7 million by 2029. Major growth factors for the United Kingdom forage seeds market include the rising need for animal feeds that are both organic and highly nutritive. The country's rising consumption of meat and poultry products, therefore, presents the market for forage seeds with lucrative opportunities for growth.

United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market – Overview

Forage is a type of plant that dairy producers mostly utilize to feed their cattle. Forage plants come in many different varieties, including chicory, ryegrass, alfalfa, timothy, clover, bent grass, and many more. Forage seed is converted into silage after being preserved and stored. To ensure that their seeds fulfill requirements for weed content and seed germination, growers of forage and grass seeds must employ particular approaches. The most popular and highest-yielding perennial forage crop farmed is alfalfa, a forage legume. It may be cultivated alone or in conjunction with different grass types and yields more protein per unit of area than other forage legumes.

United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market

Growth Drivers

Growing Demand for Animal Products in the United Kingdom

The rise in demand for dairy and meat products is a key element in the market's expansion, as is the producers' increased output of forage seeds for animal feed. According to the Food and Agricultural Organization, consumers' increased need for proteins is driving up meat consumption, which is fueling the expansion of the United Kingdom Forage Seed Market throughout the anticipated period.

Restraints

Harmful Effects of Forage Seeds on Livestock

Prussic acid prevents blood from carrying oxygen, which results in animals suffocating to death. Animal illnesses linked to forage are brought on by low-quality ingredients. Chemical substances that affect fodder intake or cause adverse reactions in animals ingesting the forage are referred to as anti-quality components. Some harmful substances are produced naturally. Some are the consequence of microbiological activity, while others are caused by insect infestations.

Impact of COVID-19 on the United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market

The COVID-19 pandemic adversely affected the growth of the United Kingdom forage seed market. Lockdowns during pandemics disrupted the supply chain, which had an adverse effect on shipments and the development of the forage seed market. Food production, consumption, and access to food derived from animals were significantly impacted by egg smashing, milk dumping, and other animal product interruptions, which are known to harm animal welfare which is noted to harm animal welfare.

United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market

Segmental Coverage

United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market – By Product Type

Based on product type, the United Kingdom forage seeds market is segmented into alfalfa, clover, ryegrass, chicory, and others. The alfalfa segment accounts for the largest market share. Its numerous traits, including high yield, wide adaptability, disease resistance, and great feeding quality, are primarily attributed to its market growth. Alfalfa is regarded as the most adaptable crop, and as a result of its great temperature tolerance, alfalfa output rises quickly. Alfalfa also aids in increasing the digestibility of certain animals, which increases demand for the plant and, consequently, fuels market growth.

United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market – By Livestock

Based on livestock, the United Kingdom forage seeds market is divided into poultry, cattle, swine, and other segments. The cattle segment registered the highest market share in the United Kingdom forage seeds market in 2022. By increasing the amount of forage seed added to cow feed and raising forage seed output, milk producers can improve the quality of milk and meat products that are produced. In addition, forage seed boosts cattle's immune systems and milk quality, which increases forage seed consumption among manufacturers.

United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market – By Species

Based on species, the United Kingdom forage seeds market is segmented into legumes, grasses, and others. The legumes segment accounts for the highest share of the United Kingdom forage seeds market. In comparison to grasses, legumes have more protein. Having enough legumes in the forage mix can mostly satisfy the high protein needs of growing animals. Additionally, the digestibility and palatability may both be enhanced.

United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market – By Form

Based on form, the United Kingdom forage seeds market is split into green and dry segments. The green forage segment holds the highest market share. For dairy cattle, green fodder provides an affordable source of nutrition. It can be easily and quickly digested. Under a mixed feeding regime, the microorganisms in green fodder aid in increasing the digestion of agricultural leftovers. Additionally, it helps animals stay healthy and increase their ability to reproduce. Increased usage of green fodder in the animal's diet may lower the cost of producing milk, which contributes significantly to the growing demand for green forage seeds in the United Kingdom.

United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market – By Origin

Based on origin, the United Kingdom forage seeds market is bifurcated into organic and inorganic segments. The organic forage seeds segment accounts for a higher share in the United Kingdom forage seeds market. As the number of organic livestock farms grows, so does the need for forage seed grown using organic methods. In organic systems, nitrogen may be added through the use of animal manure or by fixing atmospheric nitrogen with the help of forage legumes. This can be done by either depending on the remaining N in the soil or by employing forage legumes as companion crops.

Competitive Landscape

Major players operating in the United Kingdom forage seeds market include DLF Seeds Ltd, Germinal Holdings Ltd, Barenbrug UK, Agrii, Limagrain UK, Breedon Group plc, Bunn Fertiliser Ltd, A.W. Jenkinson Farming Ltd, Frontier Agriculture Ltd, Cotswold Seeds Ltd, and PGG Wrightson Seeds Ltd.

To further enhance their market share, these companies employ various strategies, including mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, joint ventures, license agreements, and new product launches.

Scope of the Report

By Product Type

• Alfalfa

• Clover

• Ryegrass

• Chicory

• Others

By Livestock

• Poultry

• Cattle

• Swine

• Others

By Species

• Legumes

• Grasses

• Others

By Form

• Green

• Dry

By Origin

• Organic

• Inorganic

1. Research Framework
   1. Research Objective
   2. Product Overview
   3. Market Segmentation
2. Executive Summary
3. United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market Insights
   1. Industry Value Chain Analysis
   2. DROC Analysis
      1. Growth Drivers
         1. Growing demand for animal feed in the United Kingdom due to a rising population
         2. Shift towards sustainable agriculture practices and the use of forage crops to improve soil quality
         3. Government initiatives to support the farming industry and encourage the production of high-quality forage crops
      2. Restraints
         1. Volatility in weather patterns and unpredictable growing conditions
         2. Competition from alternative animal feed sources, such as soybean and corn
      3.  Opportunities
         1. Development of new and improved forage seed varieties that offer better yield
         2. Growing demand for organic and non-GMO animal feed
         3. Expansion of forage seed exports to other regions, such as Europe and Asia
      4. Challenges
         1. Lack of awareness and education among farmers and consumers about the benefits
   3. Technology Advancements/Recent Developments
   4. Regulatory Framework
   5. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of New Entrants
      4. Threat of Substitutes
      5. Intensity of Rivalry
4. United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market Overview
   1. Market Application & Forecast, 2019–2029
      1. By Value (USD Million)
   2. Market Share and Forecast
      1. By Product Type
         1. Alfalfa
         2. Clover
         3. Ryegrass
         4. Chicory
         5. Others
      2. By Livestock
         1. Poultry
         2. Cattle
         3. Swine
         4. Others
      3. By Species
         1. Legumes
         2. Grasses
         3. Others
      4. By Form
         1. Green
         2. Dry
      5. By Origin
         1. Organic
         2. Inorganic
5. Competitive Landscape
   1. List of Key Players and Their Offerings
   2. United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market Share Analysis, 2022
   3. Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating Parameters
   4. Key Strategic Developments (Mergers, Acquisitions, Partnerships, etc.)
6. Impact of Covid-19 on India Food Waste Disposal System Market
7. Company Profile (Company Overview, Financial Matrix, Competitive Landscape, Key Personnel, Key Competitors, Contact Address, Strategic Outlook, SWOT Analysis)
   1. DLF Seeds Ltd
   2. Germinal Holdings Ltd
   3. Barenbrug UK
   4. Agrii
   5. Limagrain UK
   6. Breedon Group plc
   7. Bunn Fertiliser Ltd
   8. A.W. Jenkinson Farming Ltd
   9. Frontier Agriculture Ltd
   10. Cotswold Seeds Ltd
   11. PGG Wrightson Seeds Ltd
   12. Other Prominent Players
8. Key Strategic Recommendations
9. Research Methodology
   1.  Qualitative Research
      1.  Primary & Secondary Research
   2.  Quantitative Research
   3.  Market Breakdown & Data Triangulation
      1.  Secondary Research
      2.  Primary Research
   4.  Breakdown of Primary Research Respondents, By Region
   5.  Assumptions & Limitations

*Financial information of case of non-listed companies can be provided as per availability.

**The segmentation and the companies are subject to modifications based on in-depth secondary research for the final deliverable

List of Figures

Figure 1       United Kingdom Forage Seeds Segmentation

Figure 2       United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market Value Chain Analysis

Figure 3       Company Market Share Analysis, 2022

Figure 4       United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Figure 5       United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market Share, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 6       United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market Share, By Livestock, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 7       United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market Share, By Species, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 8       United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market Share, By Form, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 9       United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market Share, By Origin, By Value, 2019–2029

List of Tables

Table 1 United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Table 2        United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market Size, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 3        United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market Size, By Livestock, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 4        United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market Size, By Species, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 5        United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market Share, By Form, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 6        United Kingdom Forage Seeds Market Size, By Origin, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 7        DLF Seeds Ltd        Company Overview

Table 8        DLF Seeds Ltd        Financial Overview

Table 9        Germinal Holdings Ltd     Company Overview

Table 10      Germinal Holdings Ltd     Financial Overview

Table 11      Barenbrug UK        Company Overview

Table 12      Barenbrug UK        Financial Overview

Table 13      Agrii   Company Overview

Table 14      Agrii   Financial Overview

Table 15      Limagrain UK         Company Overview

Table 16      Limagrain UK         Financial Overview

Table 17      Breedon Group plc Company Overview

Table 18      Breedon Group plc Financial Overview

Table 19      Bunn Fertiliser Ltd  Company Overview

Table 20      Bunn Fertiliser Ltd  Financial Overview

Table 21      A.W. Jenkinson Farming Ltd      Company Overview

Table 22      A.W. Jenkinson Farming Ltd      Financial Overview

Table 23      Frontier Agriculture Ltd    Company Overview

Table 24      Frontier Agriculture Ltd    Financial Overview

Table 25      Cotswold Seeds Ltd         Company Overview

Table 26      Cotswold Seeds Ltd         Financial Overview

Table 27      PGG Wrightson Seeds Ltd Company Overview

Table 28      PGG Wrightson Seeds Ltd Financial Overview