Vegetable farming entails cultivating vegetables for local markets or wider distribution as food.
Vegetable farming primarily involves two aspects such as cultivating vegetable crops for human consumption and producing vegetable seeds. Growing vegetable crops entails cultivating plants intended for human consumption, serving both household and commercial purposes.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
The rapid escalation of U.S. tariffs and emerging trade disputes in spring 2025 are having a profound impact on the agriculture sector by driving up the costs of essential inputs such as seeds, fertilizers, and machinery components sourced from international markets. Higher duties on imported agrochemicals and farm equipment have substantially increased operational expenses for farmers. At the same time, retaliatory tariffs from key global buyers have reduced demand for major U.S. agricultural exports, including corn, wheat, and dairy, straining farm incomes. In response, many producers are exploring crop diversification, investing in precision agriculture to optimize resource use, and calling for government support through subsidies and improved trade access.
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The vegetable farming market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1538.64 billion in 2024 to $1621.48 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to population growth, health and wellness trends, urbanization, changing dietary patterns, government policies.
The vegetable farming market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1959.95 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to climate change impact, global trade dynamics, consumer preferences, supply chain resilience, water scarcity concerns. Major trends in the forecast period include technology integration, technological advancements, sustainable practices, indoor farming, consumer preferences for exotic varieties.
The forecast of 4.9% growth over the next five years indicates a slight reduction of 0.1% from the previous projection. This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. This is set to directly impact the US through disrupted access to precision transplanters and specialty crop harvesting equipment from Italy and Japan, which could lead to increased labor costs across fresh produce operations. The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.
The growing popularity of veganism is expected to drive the expansion of the vegetable farming market in the future. Veganism is a lifestyle and dietary choice that entails avoiding animal products for food and other purposes, often motivated by ethical, environmental, and health considerations. Vegans typically refrain from using animal-based fertilizers and pesticides, which can contain harmful chemicals and contribute to soil and water pollution. Instead, they prefer organic and plant-based alternatives that are more sustainable and environmentally friendly, thereby increasing the demand for fresh vegetable products. For example, according to the Vegan Society, a UK-based charity, in 2023, Germany was the leading country for searches related to veganism on Google Trends, followed by Austria and the UK. Additionally, in 2022, the Good Food Institute reported that global retail sales of plant-based meat products reached $6.1 billion. Therefore, the rise of veganism is driving the demand for the vegetable farming market.
Population growth is expected to drive the vegetable farming market. As the global population steadily climbs, vegetable farming stands as a sustainable solution to meet the nutritional needs of an expanding populace. The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development highlighted the world population reaching 8 billion in November 2022, projected to hit 10 billion by 2050. This escalating population drives the growth of the vegetable farming market.
Major companies in the vegetable farming market are concentrating on technological advancements, such as vegetable farming apps, to boost productivity, enhance crop management, provide real-time data, facilitate market access, and promote sustainable farming practices. These apps empower farmers by equipping them with the tools and information necessary for making informed decisions and optimizing their farming practices. For example, in August 2024, the East-West Seed Foundation, a Southeast Asia-based organization, launched a vegetable farming app aimed at improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers by providing access to better seeds and agricultural practices. A vegetable farming app is a mobile or web-based application that supports farmers with crop management, resource information, weather updates, market access, data tracking, and community support to enhance both productivity and sustainability in vegetable cultivation.
Major companies are focusing on technology-driven solutions, specifically insect control technology, to ensure sustainable crop protection and gain competitive advantages. Syngenta India, an ag-tech subsidiary in India, launched Incipio and Simodis in July 2023, employing PLINAZOLIN technology to combat pests in paddy, cotton, and vegetables. These solutions offer durable control against pests, addressing challenges arising from climate shifts and pest resistance. Incipio targets stem borers and leaf folders in paddy, while Simodis effectively manages sucking and lepidoptera insects in paddy, cotton, and vegetables, reducing the need for multiple applications.
In January 2023, BASF SE, a German vegetable seeds company, finalized the acquisition of ASL. This strategic move empowers BASF to continue innovating in the development of healthy and flavorful melon varieties. These innovations contribute significantly to fostering consumer loyalty within the value chain partnerships. ASL, a French-based melon breeding company, stands as a key addition to BASF's efforts to deliver innovative concepts and high-quality produce to consumers worldwide.
Major companies operating in the vegetable farming market include General Mills Inc., Dole Food Company Inc., Fresh Del Monte Produce, Giorgio Foods Inc., Wm. Bolthouse Farms Inc., J. G. Boswell Company, Grimmway Farms, Mastronardi Produce, Plenty Unlimited Inc., Golden County Foods Inc., Lake Side Organic Gardens, Tanimura & Antle Fresh Foods Inc., R.D. Offutt Company, Bright Farms Inc., Gills Onions, Freight Farms, Devine Organics, Carlton Farms, Graves Bros Co, Modern AG Products LLC, D'Arrigo Bros. Co, Garden Fresh Farms, Abers Acres, The Beckman & Gast Co, Green Sense Farms Holdings Inc., AutoGrow Systems Ltd., FreshBox Farms.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the vegetable farming market in 2024. The regions covered in the vegetable farming market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the vegetable farming market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The vegetable farming market includes revenues earned by entities by selling fresh and processed vegetable products. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
Vegetable Farming Global Market Report 2025 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.
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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.
The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include:
The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.
Scope
Markets Covered:1) By Type: Growing Vegetable Crops; Producing Vegetable Seeds
2) By Application: Household; Commercial
Subsegments:
1) By Growing Vegetable Crops: Leafy Greens; Root Vegetables; Fruit Vegetables; Legumes; Brassicas
Companies Mentioned: General Mills Inc.; Dole Food Company Inc.; Fresh Del Monte Produce; Giorgio Foods Inc.; Wm. Bolthouse Farms Inc.; J. G. Boswell Company; Grimmway Farms; Mastronardi Produce; Plenty Unlimited Inc.; Golden County Foods Inc.; Lake Side Organic Gardens; Tanimura & Antle Fresh Foods Inc.; R.D. Offutt Company; Bright Farms Inc.; Gills Onions; Freight Farms; Devine Organics; Carlton Farms; Graves Bros Co; Modern AG Products LLC; D'Arrigo Bros. Co; Garden Fresh Farms; Abers Acres; The Beckman & Gast Co; Green Sense Farms Holdings Inc.; AutoGrow Systems Ltd.; FreshBox Farms.
Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
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Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
2. Vegetable Farming Market Characteristics
3. Vegetable Farming Market Trends And Strategies
4. Vegetable Farming Market - Macro Economic Scenario Macro Economic Scenario Including The Impact Of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics, Trade Wars and Tariffs, And Covid And Recovery On The Market
4.1. Supply Chain Impact from Tariff War & Trade Protectionism
5. Global Vegetable Farming Growth Analysis And Strategic Analysis Framework
5.1. Global Vegetable Farming PESTEL Analysis (Political, Social, Technological, Environmental and Legal Factors, Drivers and Restraints)
5.2. Analysis Of End Use Industries
5.3. Global Vegetable Farming Market Growth Rate Analysis
5.4. Global Vegetable Farming Historic Market Size and Growth, 2019 - 2024, Value ($ Billion)
5.5. Global Vegetable Farming Forecast Market Size and Growth, 2024 - 2029, 2034F, Value ($ Billion)
5.6. Global Vegetable Farming Total Addressable Market (TAM)
6. Vegetable Farming Market Segmentation
6.1. Global Vegetable Farming Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Growing Vegetable Crops
Producing Vegetable Seeds
6.2. Global Vegetable Farming Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Household
Commercial
6.3. Global Vegetable Farming Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Growing Vegetable Crops, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Leafy Greens
Root Vegetables
Fruit Vegetables
Legumes
Brassicas
6.4. Global Vegetable Farming Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Producing Vegetable Seeds, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Hybrid Seeds
Open-Pollinated Seeds
Organic Seeds
Conventional Seeds
Specialty Seeds
7. Vegetable Farming Market Regional And Country Analysis
7.1. Global Vegetable Farming Market, Split By Region, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
7.2. Global Vegetable Farming Market, Split By Country, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion