Global Sports Turf Seed Market - 2024-2031

The global sports turf seed market was valued at USD YY million in 2022. It is forecasted to reach USD YY million by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 5.6% during the forecast period (2024-2031).

Sports turf seed is the most popular kind of lawn seed used to establish new turfgrass areas or overseed existing ones. It can be found in many locations, including residential buildings, commercial buildings, and recreational facilities. Sports turfs are typically found on playing fields or golf course fairways, where excellent grasses must support athletic activities throughout the year. Sports turf, in contrast to other types of seeds, needs less water but more sunlight than a typical lawn; it also needs fertile soil that drains well because it is used by athletes who frequently exert a lot of energy over short periods. The demand for the development of commercial property as well as the aesthetic and environmental advantages of turfgrass, particularly in urban landscapes, is credited with driving the market's expansion.

Market Dynamics:

The increase in the number of tournaments is driving the market expansion

Over time, there has been a rise in interest in sports, which has resulted in more competition. In the United States, it is estimated that at least 35 million children between the ages of 5 and 18 participate in an organized sport each year. Twenty-one million of them participate in the growing non-school youth sports scene. For instance, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 19.3 percent of the U.S. population was engaged in sports and exercise each day in 2019. In total, around 5.23 million people above the age of six years were engaged in that sport at least once in 2022. While the percentage of children that participated in sports was higher for boys (56.1%) compared with girls (52.0%) and for children aged 12–17 years (55.6%) compared with children aged 6–11 (52.5%), these observed differences were not significant. Soccer is played by over 13 million people in the U.S., making it the third-most played sport in the U.S., more widely played than ice hockey and football. Thus, increase in number of people playing sports in expected to drive the market growth.

The growing number of sports competitions and events taking place throughout the world is also considerably driving the global sports turf seed industry. The increasing frequency and size of these events creates a steady demand for high-quality sports turf that provides excellent playing conditions and durability under intensive use. Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Middle East countries are spending considerably in sports infrastructure to attract worldwide tournaments and promote local sports. The investments in stadiums and sports fields have increased demand for sports turf seeds. The current trend of a large number of sports being performed and related events being hosted in countries such as Australia, India, China and Japan is likely to drive up the demand of sports turf seeds. Domestic leagues such as the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) and the Chinese Super League improved the eligibility requirements for important tournaments such as the 2022 Winter Olympics. On the other hand, international clubs and leagues are establishing foundations in China, which has an impact on the growth of the sports turf seeds market in the coming years. As a result, the growth of sports competitions worldwide, both at the professional and grassroots levels, is a primary driver of the sports turf seed market.

Market Segmentation:

Warm season grass segment accounted for the highest share in global sports turf seed market

A type of cool-season grass called warm-season grass grows naturally in tropical climates. It can be grown all year round and does not go dormant in the winter, but it requires heat for healthy growth. Warm season grass is frequently used for lawns because they tolerate high temperatures better than other warm-weather turfgrass species, requiring less water to stay green. On the other hand, sports turf seed is used in landscaping to create green space for outdoor recreation. It can also be used in place of grass on lawns, improving the surrounding area's aesthetics. This qualifies it for use on athletic fields like golf courses and playing fields, which need high-quality grass all year. For seeding parks, sports fields, and lawns to provide a more environmentally friendly way to maintain grass, it is specifically used in landscape turfs.

Additionally, turfgrass grown from cool-season grass seed sprouts and develops shoots in the fall, matures through the winter and goes dormant as spring temperatures rise. Cool-season grasses typically grow at their best when daytime temperatures range from 55 to 75°F year-round with normal moisture levels.

Market Geographical Penetration:

North America is the dominating region during the forecast period

North America has the fastest growth rate because of the anticipated high demand in the United States. Tall Fescue, Ryegrass, and Kentucky Bluegrass are the three most significant cold-season turfgrasses. The three main subtypes of warm-seasons turfgrass are Zoysia, Bermuda Grass, and St. Augustine. Most Kentucky Bluegrass is grown in the United States, where demand is highest. For Bermuda grass, there is a sizable demand for different seed types. A growing number of sports, including American football, baseball, soccer, and tennis, are played on turfs, which increases the demand for turfgrass seeds. One of the few international elite-level sports that can be played on various surfaces is tennis. As a result, it provides lots of room for turf seed production to grow. Turfs are used more frequently in sports, but more reports of turf-related injuries are also reported. Artificial turfs have a higher risk of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury than natural turf, according to research done by Natural Grass, a top producer of natural turfs. As a result, it is anticipated that demand for natural turf seed in the US market will rise.

Market Competitive Landscape:

The global sports turf seed market is competitive, with the leading players capturing a whopping share in revenues Ampac Seed Company, BrettYoung, Columbia Seeds, DLF-Pickseed USA, Graham Turf Seeds Ltd, Hancock Seed Company, La Crosse Seed Corporation, Landmark Turf & Native Seed, Nutrifeed, and Pennington Seed Inc. among others, are focused on technology advances for new launches at affordable prices. The major players are utilizing strategies including acquisitions & mergers, regional expansion, and partnerships to stand out as strong competitors in the market. Increased focus on R&D and new product launches are additional ways the key players improve their market presence. Innovation by various leading players in the market is expected to offer lucrative growth opportunities for players in the global sports turf seed market. For instance, on May 19, 2022 OSU launched two new turfgrass varieties. OKC1876 and OKC3920 will become OSU’s ninth and 10th turf bermudagrass varieties to be released for commercial use since 1991. These new varieties were purpose built — like Tahoma 31, which is used in over 156 locations across the U.S. — for professional facilities like country clubs and municipal golf courses.

COVID-19 Impact on Sports Turf Seed Market

Negative impact on the global sports turf seed market

Since 2020, the abrupt COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the world economy due to lockdowns and restrictions on population movement imposed by governments worldwide. All industrial sectors suffered greatly as their operations were suspended, international travel ceased, and only necessary businesses, like those producing food and medicine, were allowed to continue operating. The COVID-19 pandemic has negatively impacted the global sports turf seed market. Flight cancellations, quarantines, travel bans, and restrictions on all indoor and outdoor events are just a few of the effects of the COVID-19 outbreak; however, the government's actions and strategies have helped to stabilize the situation. The Australian Sports Turf Managers Association (ASTMA) has put together a guide to help prepare and execute low-level maintenance for turf in light of changing practices and lack of staff.

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