PUBLISHER: Allied Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1298252
PUBLISHER: Allied Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1298252
The global GMO testing market was valued at $3,906.1 million in 2021 and is projected to reach $6,163.1 million by 2031, registering a CAGR of 4.8%.
GMO testing refers to the process of analyzing food, feed, and other products to determine whether they contain genetically modified organisms (GMOs). This involves identifying and quantifying the DNA or protein sequences that are specific to the GMO, using a variety of analytical methods, such as PCR (polymerase chain reaction), ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay), and DNA sequencing.
GMO testing is important for several reasons, including ensuring the safety and quality of products, meeting regulatory requirements in many countries, and addressing consumer concerns about the use of GMOs in food and other products. The testing can help to identify whether a product is genetically modified, as well as the specific type of modification, which can be important information for consumers and regulators.
GMO testing can be conducted at various stages of the product lifecycle, including during the development and cultivation of GMO crops, as well as during the production and distribution of products made from GMOs. The testing can be done on a variety of products, including food, animal feed, seeds, and plant materials.
Overall, GMO testing plays an important role in ensuring transparency and safety in the food and agriculture industry and is expected to continue to grow in importance in the future.
In addition to confirming the product's identity and nature, GMO (Genetically Modified Organism) testing looks for traits such as stacked, herbicide tolerance, and pest resistance in processed foods and crops. Rise in nutritional demand has boosted the output of genetically modified crops, which has led to stricter regulations regarding the safety of genetically modified foods. As a result, the market for GMO testing expanded. Due to these opportunities, market participants have expanded their global reach and product portfolios. To avoid cross-contamination and stop genetically modified crops from being added to non-genetically modified products, GMO testing is done on a regular basis. GMOs are tested to guarantee that they are as safe to consume as non-GMO products.
Besides, food poisoning is a serious issue in many countries as food operations, such as handling, preparing, and storing & transporting food, do not adhere to safety requirements. Consumers in poor sociopolitical positions are particularly affected by these issues.
Micro, small, and medium-sized food manufacturers dominate the market in emerging nations. These producers frequently lack the skills and resources necessary to uphold food safety regulations. Further, due to inadequate water supplies and water disposal, street food is one of the major sources of unclean food and water in underdeveloped nations. Nonetheless, nations such as India have a significant demand for street food.
As a result, the development of microbial intervention technologies and advancements in food technology to lower, eradicate, and control pathogens from food products have a beneficial effect on the market. Some of the techniques that are frequently employed in food processing operations include ohmic processing, ultra-high pressure hydrostatic processing, high electric field pulses, radiofrequency (RF) heating, and microwave processing.
These procedures involve heating a substance using electromagnetic waves in order to further pasteurize and sterilize it. To successfully eliminate germs and lengthen the shelf life of a product, various techniques are employed for various food product categories. In addition, the use of rapid test kits shields the business from unintentional food product adulteration, which is anticipated to present prospects for market advancement.
The GMO testing market is analyzed on the basis of technology, crop type, traits, and region. On the basis of technology, the market is subdivided into a polymerase chain reaction, ELISA test, and strip test. On the basis of crop type, the market is classified into soy, rapeseed/canola, potato, and others. Depending on traits, the market is classified into stacked, herbicide tolerance, and insect resistance. As per region, the market is categorized into North America (U.S., Canada, and Mexico), Europe (UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Russia, Sweden, Netherlands, Denmark, Poland, and rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, New Zealand, and rest of Asia-Pacific), and LAMEA (Brazil, Argentina, South Africa, Middle East, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Nigeria, and rest of LAMEA).
By technology, the polymerase chain reaction segment dominated the global market in the year 2021 and is likely to remain dominant during the forecast period.
As per crop type, the soy segment dominated the global market in the year 2021 and is likely to remain dominant during the forecast period.
Depending on traits, the herbicide tolerance segment dominated the global market in the year 2021 and is likely to remain dominant during the forecast period.
Region wise, North America dominated the global market in the year 2021 and is likely to remain dominant during the forecast period.
The players included in the GMO testing market analysis have adopted various developmental strategies, including but not limited to product launches, geographical expansion, and acquisitions to increase their market share, gain profitability, and remain competitive in the market. The key players included in the market analysis are ALS Limited, Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc., EnviroLogix Inc., Eurofins Scientific, Institut Merieux, Intertek Group plc, Koninklijke DSM N.V., LGC Limited, Merieux NutriSciences, Microbac Laboratories, Inc., Premier Analytics Services, R-Biopharm AG, SGS SA, Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., and TUV SUD AG.