Brazil Agricultural Biotechnology Market

Brazil Agricultural Biotechnology Market Overview:

The Brazil agricultural biotechnology market size reached USD 615.3 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 952.3 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 8.4% during 2025-2033. The market is driven by the widespread adoption of genetically modified crops, advancements in genetic research, government support for biotech innovations, rising demand for high-yield and pest-resistant seeds, and the expanding biofuel sector, which has increased the need for biotech-enhanced soybean and corn varieties for biodiesel production.

Brazil Agricultural Biotechnology Market Trends:

Adoption of Genetically Engineered Crops

The widespread adoption of genetically engineered (GE) crops in Brazil has been central to its agricultural biotechnology transformation. Farmers have embraced GE varieties to enhance crop production, improve resilience to pests and diseases, and reduce reliance on chemical inputs. This change has been keenly experienced in essential crops such as soybeans, corn, and cotton. During the 2024/2025 crop year, it is projected to plant 68.5 million hectares in Brazil with GE traits. Adoption levels have been 99% for soybeans and cotton, and 95% for corn. This widespread incorporation of biotechnology has been a key driver of yield increases in Brazil since adoption. The National Technical Commission on Biosafety (CTNBio) is the key agency responsible for regulating and approving biotech events in Brazil. Since its creation in 1998, CTNBio has approved around 131 plant events, making Brazil the second-largest producer of biotech crops in the world. The effect of GE crop adoption can be seen in the dramatic rise in agricultural productivity. In the last 15 years, average grain and oilseed yields have increased by 70%, with biotechnology seeds playing a significant role in this increase. This productivity boom not only increases Brazil's food security but also makes it more competitive in international agricultural markets. The financial gains spill over to rural growth, employment opportunities, and export earnings, entrenching agriculture as a major pillar of the national economy.

Expansion of Biofuel Production

Another major driver of Brazil's agricultural biotechnology industry is the growth of biofuel manufacturing. The government's emphasis on renewable energy has resulted in greater demand for biofuel crops, such as soybeans, which are one of the major feedstocks for biodiesel. Until February 2025, Brazil has maintained the mandatory biodiesel blend at 14%, and the majority of its biodiesel is soybean-based. Government biofuel policy impacts agricultural biotechnology directly because it determines the cultivation pattern of crops and drives research into high-yielding, disease-resistant crops. Biotechnological advancements allow for the production of soybean varieties with higher oil content and resistance to disease, optimizing them for biodiesel production. The expansion of the biofuel industry also encourages investment in agricultural infrastructure, such as storage facilities, transportation systems, and processing plants. These improvements create a feedback loop, whereby better infrastructure enables greater agricultural production, further driving the biotechnology industry. Additionally, the focus on biofuels is consistent with international sustainability targets, making Brazil a world leader in renewable energy and sustainable agricultural practices. The consistency brings foreign partnerships and capital, stimulating innovation and technology transfer in the field of biotechnology.

Brazil Agricultural Biotechnology Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the region/country level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on organism type, technology, and application.

Organism Type Insights:

• Plants
• Animals
• Microbes

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the organism type. This includes plants, animals, and microbes.

Technology Insights:

• Genome Editing
• Synthetic Biology
• Genetic Engineering
• Marker-Assisted Breeding
• Plant Breeding
• Germplasm
• Others

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on technology have also been provided in the report. This includes genome editing, synthetic biology, genetic engineering, marker-assisted breeding, plant breeding, germplasm, and others.

Application Insights:

• Vaccine Development
• Transgenic Crops and Animals
• Antibiotic Development
• Nutritional Supplements
• Flower Culturing
• Others

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the application have also been provided in the report. This includes vaccine development, transgenic crops and animals, antibiotic development, nutritional supplements, flower culturing, and others.

Regional Insights:

• Southeast
• South
• Northeast
• North
• Central-West

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Southeast, South, Northeast, North, and Central-West.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

Brazil Agricultural Biotechnology Market News:

• September 2024: Elicit Plant, a French agri-biotech company, launched EliZon, an innovative bio-solution aimed at enhancing soybean crops' resilience to water stress in Brazil. This advancement comes after three years of study, encompassing 25 trials with Brazilian research organizations, leading to an average yield enhancement of 274 kg/ha. EliZon decreases water usage in soybean crops, enhancing yield even in severe weather conditions.
• September 2024: Argentine biotechnology company Bioceres developed a new genetically modified, drought-resistant HB4 wheat variety using a gene derived from sunflower seeds, commercialized in Brazil and Argentina.

Brazil Agricultural Biotechnology Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the Brazil agricultural biotechnology market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What is the breakup of the Brazil agricultural biotechnology market on the basis of organism type?
• What is the breakup of the Brazil agricultural biotechnology market on the basis of technology?
• What is the breakup of the Brazil agricultural biotechnology market on the basis of application?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the Brazil agricultural biotechnology market? 
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the Brazil agricultural biotechnology market?
• What is the structure of the Brazil agricultural biotechnology market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the Brazil agricultural biotechnology market? 

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the Brazil agricultural biotechnology market from 2019-2033.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the Brazil agricultural biotechnology market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the Brazil agricultural biotechnology industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.