CRISPR in Agriculture Market

Industry Overview

The global CRISPR in Agriculture Market size is estimated at USD 1.12 billion in 2024 and is expected to be valued at USD 1.34 billion by the end of 2025. The industry is projected to grow, reaching USD 3.26 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 19.4% between 2025 and 2030.

Factors such as growing investment to tackle climate change, along with the rising global food demand and expansion of the agricultural industry, are accelerating the growth of the market. However, ethical concerns related to the use of CRISPR technology restrain the growth of this market. 
On the contrary, with the incorporation of precision agriculture, the market opens opportunities for future expansion. Moreover, top leaders such as Pairwise, Inari, and others are adopting various strategies, including partnership to enable the development of crops with improved traits such as higher yield, resistance to pests and diseases, drought tolerance, and enhanced nutritional content.

Increasing Investment to Address Climate Change Fosters Market Growth

The growing emphasis on investment to tackle climate change drives the CRISPR in agriculture market demand by creating a demand for genetically modified crops capable of adapting to harsh environmental conditions. In 2024–2025, rising investments to combat climate change are significantly propelling the market. Funding for agri-gene-editing startups surged 206% in H1 2024, reaching $161 million, driven by the urgent need for climate-resilient crops. This enables precise genetic modifications to enhance crop tolerance and improve yield in changing environmental conditions, accelerating its adoption.

Rising Global Food Demand Emerges as a Key Market Trend

The rising global food demand significantly influences the growth of CRISPR in the agriculture industry by creating an urgent need for advanced technologies that enhance agricultural productivity and efficiency. As per the latest report of the World Bank, the global population is expected to reach 10 billion by 2050, requiring a 60% increase in food production. 

Additionally, 150 Nobel and World Food Prize laureates recently called for a moonshot in agri-innovation, highlighting gene editing as essential to scale yields sustainably by mid-century. These trends underscore how escalating food needs are intensifying investment in CRISPR tools to rapidly produce disease and stress-resistant crops

AI-Driven Precision Breeding Accelerates CRISPR-Based Crop Adaptation and Agricultural Innovation

The integration of AI and CRISPR is revolutionizing precision breeding by enabling the rapid development of climate-resilient crops. AI-powered platforms are increasingly being used to analyze complex genomic data, predict gene functions, and identify optimal CRISPR targets. 
In 2025, AI-powered platforms are being used to predict complex gene functions like heat-tolerant RNA molecules and guide CRISPR edits for stress resilience and yield enhancement across agriculture and biotech. This synergy allows for more accurate and efficient genetic modifications, enhancing crop traits like stress tolerance, yield, and adaptability to changing environments. 

Across the agriculture and biotechnology sectors, this technological advancement is accelerating innovation, reducing development timelines, and supporting the global push for sustainable, high-performance food systems in the face of climate challenges. 

Inefficient Delivery and Off-Target Effects Remain Key Technical Challenge

The efficient delivery of CRISPR components into plant cells remains a major technical barrier, particularly for complex traits. Current delivery methods often lack precision, limiting gene-editing accuracy and overall effectiveness. This challenge hampers the scalability of CRISPR applications in agriculture. 

Additionally, concerns over off-target gene edits continue to pose safety and ecological risks, prompting stringent regulatory scrutiny. These uncertainties slow down product approvals and extend commercialization timelines. As a result, both the technical and regulatory landscapes present significant obstacles that must be addressed to fully unlock CRISPR’s potential in crop development and sustainable agriculture. 

AI and Big Data in Precision Gene Editing Fuel Next-Gen CRISPR Innovation

By mid-2025, the integration of artificial intelligence, big data, and biotechnology, known as Breeding 4.0, is transforming CRISPR development. Platforms leveraging high throughput phenotyping (via drones, satellite remote sensing), multi omics datasets, and predictive modeling are enabling precise, multi trait genome edits in major crops like maize, soybean, and wheat. 

A recent report notes that these technologies improve efficiency in breeding programs by automating phenotypic data collection and guiding CRISPR target selection through AI-driven genomic analysis. This shift is setting a new standard for precision and scale in sustainable crop improvement. 

Market Segmentations and Scope of the Study

The CRISPR in agriculture market report is segmented on the basis of component type, product type, technique, delivery method, application, end-users, and region. On the basis of component type, the market is segmented into products and services. On the basis of product type, the market is divided into seeds and seedlings, biopesticides and bio-fungicides, and others. On the basis of technique, the market is segmented into CRISPR-Cas9, CRISPR-Cas12, CRISPR-Cas13, and others. On the basis of delivery method, the market is divided into protoplast delivery, viral vectors, and others. Based on application, the market is divided into crop improvement, livestock applications, and others. On the basis of end-users, the market is classified into academic & research institutes, biotechnology & seed companies, and others. The regional breakdown includes regions such as North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the rest of the world (RoW).

Geographical Analysis

North America dominates the CRISPR in agriculture market share and is expected to continue its dominance during the forecast period. This is bolstered by supportive government policy, substantial private R&D investments, and leadership from firms like Pairwise and Corteva, as well as the region's growing need to address the challenges posed by drastic climate change, including extreme weather conditions and temperature fluctuations. 

CRISPR technology provides an effective solution to enhance crop resilience, improve yields, and ensure food security, making it a key tool for farmers to adapt to changing environmental conditions. In June 2025, the contiguous U.S. experienced an average anomaly of +2.8 °F (about 1.6 °C) above the 20th-century mean, making it the seventh-warmest June on record. This extreme heat affects crop growth, which propels providers to develop solutions to maintain productivity.

Moreover, the agriculture sector growth in this region fuels the CRISPR in the agriculture industry as it creates a greater need for sustainable practices, improved crop yields, and enhanced resilience to climate change, pests, and diseases. This adoption of CRISPR supports the country’s efforts to enhance food security and boost the overall growth of the agricultural industry, thereby propelling the market. 

Europe is showing cautious yet growing interest in CRISPR, as regulators reconsider GMO frameworks to enable gene-edited crops. Syngenta’s 2024 open-access initiative for CRISPR Cas12a tools aims to help European academic breeders explore precise genome editing without introducing foreign DNA. This reflects a broader EU trend toward enabling innovation within biodiversity and sustainability goals, positioning Europe for moderate CAGR improvement.

On the other hand, Asia-Pacific is projected to witness the fastest CAGR in the market, driven by a combination of regulatory reforms, food security concerns, and strategic investments. Countries like India, China, and Japan have adopted product-based regulations that exempt certain CRISPR-edited crops from GMO restrictions, significantly accelerating commercialization. 

With over 60% of the global population and increasing climate pressures, the region is prioritizing high-yield, stress-resilient crops. Government-backed innovation hubs, such as China’s Five-Year Plan and Australia’s CSIRO programs, are fueling R&D in gene editing. 

Additionally, public-private partnerships targeting smallholder farmers, such as flood-tolerant rice in Southeast Asia are promoting scalable adoption. Strategic collaborations, like the Illumina–LGC Biosearch partnership, further strengthen the regional ecosystem. Together, these factors make Asia-Pacific the most dynamic growth hub for CRISPR-enabled agriculture.

Also, regions including Latin America, Africa, and the Middle East are emerging CRISPR markets, bolstered by public-private collaborations focused on food security. For instance, in Sub-Saharan Africa, CRISPR adoption is driven by capacity-building and regulatory advancements. 
For instance, the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), UC Davis, IGI, and AOCC launched an intensive African Plant Breeding Academy CRISPR course in Nairobi, training 80–100 scientists over five years to develop climate-resilient, nutritionally enhanced crops. Together, these efforts are building foundational ecosystems in emerging markets, pointing to steady CRISPR adoption even in regions currently trailing North America and APAC

Strategic Analysis Adopted by Key Players

Various market players operating in the CRISPR in agriculture industry are Pairwise, Inari, BASF SE, AgBiome, Syngenta AG, Bayer AG, Caribou Biosciences, Inc., and others. These market players continue to adopt various strategies, such as partnership and business expansion to maintain their dominance in the market. 

• In January 2025, Inari secured $144 million in funding, bringing total equity to over $720 million, to advance its AI-driven SEEDesign platform for gene-edited soybean, corn, and wheat. Additionally, the May 2025 unveiling of a 2,000 m² greenhouse in Ghent (Belgium) and executive appointments underscore its operational expansion in Europe. These moves solidify Inari’s niche in precision breeding and agro-market credibility.

• In October 2024, IITA and Pairwise received nearly $3.9 million from the Gates Foundation to apply gene editing on yams (Nigeria) for improved architecture and mechanization, boosting productivity and market inclusivity. This partnership cements their role in developing CRISPR applications tailored to smallholder needs and elevates their presence in emerging agricultural economies.

• In September 2024, Corteva, through its Corteva Catalyst arm, invested $25 million in Pairwise and launched a joint venture to deliver climate-resilient gene-edited crops. In February 2025, Corteva also partnered with Gates Ag One to co-develop seed technologies for smallholders in sub-Saharan Africa, leveraging its R&D scale. These alliances position Corteva as a leader in CRISPR adoption and global agricultural sustainability.

• In June 2024, Syngenta’s Shoots platform opened academic access to proprietary CRISPR-Cas12a and breeding tech, inviting collaborations to enhance sustainability and smallholder-focused crops. This open-IP approach boosts brand visibility among research institutions and supports long-term growth through collective innovation, while maintaining strategic IP control.

• In May 2024, Pairwise commercially launched North America’s first CRISPR-edited leafy greens and signed an exclusive licensing agreement with Bayer to globally scale ten varieties. It closed a $40 million Series C in September 2024, funding pipeline expansion into seedless berries and pitless cherries via its Fulcrum platform. Paired with a $25 million joint venture with Corteva for climate-resilient crops, these moves enhance market share, brand visibility, and accelerate innovation.

Key Benefits

• The report provides quantitative analysis and estimations of the market from 2025 to 2030, which assists in identifying the prevailing industry opportunities.

• The study comprises a deep dive analysis of the current and future CRISPR in agriculture market trends to depict prevalent investment pockets in the sector.

• Information related to key drivers, restraints, and opportunities and their impact on the market is provided in the report. 

• Competitive analysis of the players, along with their market share, is provided in the report.

• SWOT analysis and Porter's Five Forces model are elaborated in the study.

• Value chain analysis in the market study provides a clear picture of the roles of stakeholders

CRISPR in Agriculture Market Key Segments

By Component Type

• Products

  • Instruments

    • Kits

    • Nucleases

    • Reagents

    • Gene sequencers

    • Biolistic gene-gun systems

  • Consumables

    • gRNAs

    • Enzymes

    • Delivery Vectors

  • Specialized Libraries & Tools

    • gRNA libraries

    • Design platforms

• Services

  • gRNA Design & Synthesis

  • Protoplast Transformation

  • Cell Line Engineering

  • Screening & Validation

  • Regulatory Support

By Product Type

• Seeds and Seedlings

• Plant Tissue Culture Products

• Biopesticides and Bio-fungicides

• Fertilizer Enhancements

By Technique

• CRISPR‑Cas9

  • NmCas9

  • SaCas9

  • SpCas9

• CRISPR‑Cas12

• CRISPR‑Cas13

• Other Cas Variants

By Delivery Method

• Agrobacterium-mediated transformation

• Biolistic (gene‑gun) delivery

• Protoplast delivery

• Nanoparticle-mediated Delivery

• Viral Vectors

• Others

By Application

• Crop Improvement

  • Yield Improvement

  • Quality Traits

  • Abiotic Stress Tolerance

  • Biotic Stress Resistance

  • Herbicide Tolerance

  • Modified Growth & Architecture

  • Biomarker Development

  • Nutritional Enhancement

  • Precision Breeding Integration

• Livestock Applications

  • Disease Resistance

  • Improved Production Traits

  • Enhanced Welfare 

  • Reproductive Control

• Others

  • Biomanufacturing

  • Conservation

  • Metabolic Engineering

  • Diagnostic Tools

By End-Users 

• Academic & Research Institutes    

• Biotechnology & Seed Companies    

• Farmers & Growers (via Commercial Seeds/Animals)    

• Contract Research Organizations (CROs)    

• Government Agencies & Research Centers    

• Agritech Companies    

By Region

• North America

  • The U.S.

  • Canada

  • Mexico

• Europe

  • The UK

  • Germany

  • France    

  • Italy

  • Spain

  • Denmark

  • Netherlands

  • Finland

  • Sweden

  • Norway

  • Russia

  • Rest of Europe

• Asia-Pacific

  • China

  • Japan

  • India

  • South Korea

  • Australia

  • Indonesia

  • Singapore

  • Taiwan

  • Thailand

  • Rest of Asia-Pacific

• RoW

  • Latin America

  • Middle East

  • Africa

Key players

• Bayer AG

• Pairwise Plants LLC

• Inari Agriculture, Inc

• BASF SE

• PlantArcBio

• Syngenta AG

• Synthego

• Tropic Bioscience

• Hudson River Biotechnology BV

• Yield10 Bioscience, Inc.

• Caribou Biosciences, Inc.

• KWS SAAT

• Benson Hill

• AgBiome Inc.

• Phytoform

REPORT SCOPE AND SEGMENTATION:

Parameters	Details
Market Size in 2025	USD 1.34 Billion
Revenue Forecast in 2030	USD 3.26 Billion
Growth Rate	CAGR of 19.4% from 2025 to 2030
Analysis Period	2024–2030
Base Year Considered	2024
Forecast Period	2025–2030
Market Size Estimation	Billion (USD)
Growth Factors	Increasing Investment to Address Climate Change Fosters Market Growth Rising Global Food Demand Emerges as a Key Market Trend AI-Driven Precision Breeding Accelerates CRISPR-Based Crop Adaptation and Agricultural Innovation
Countries Covered	28
Companies Profiled	15
Market Share	Available for 10 companies
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