Despite the efforts of farmers to reduce production costs, the demand for quality seeds remains stable, according to an opinion.

Published Nov 7, 2025

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In 2025, the corn seed market is showing growth of about 20% — due to improved grain exports and product prices, and the optimization of logistics costs. The demand for quality seeds remains stable, as farmers seek to minimize risks and achieve maximum yield even in times of war. The market share of counterfeit corn seeds decreased from 20% (520 thousand units) last year to 12% (340 thousand units) in 2025. Anna Gromakovsky, the head of operational issues for the Agricultural Division of Bayer in Ukraine, shared this information at a meeting of the Bayer Agricultural Media Club.

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The corn seed market in 2025 shows growth of approximately 20%, while the crop protection market maintains moderate growth and is forecast to have an increase of 3-4%. The share of counterfeit corn seed in the market has decreased. Anna Gromakovsky, Head of Operations for the Agrarian Division of "Bayer" in Ukraine, shared this information at a meeting of the Agrarian Media Club "Bayer," as reported by SuperAgronom.com. According to her, 2025 was a good year for the corn market. "We are seeing an increase in area of approximately 20%, improved grain exports, product prices, and optimization of logistics routes," she noted. In general, the expert outlined the following main trends in the agrarian market of Ukraine for the season: "Bayer" remains the leader in the crop protection and seed market. We have regained the leadership in the corn seed market (25% in volume, 30% in value), improved our position in the rapeseed seed segment, and increased the market share of sunflower seed. ...

Source: Superagronom