Global Fermented Food and Ingredients Market Size is estimated to grow at the CAGR of 6.3% during the forecast period for 2025-2034.
The combination of fermented foods, including dairy products, bread & confectionary items, vegetables, and others, is referred to as the fermented food and ingredients market (non-alcoholic beverages, ingredients such as vitamins, organic acids, amino acids, and industrial enzymes). By boosting the product's micronutrient content, removing the anti-nutrients, and extending its shelf life, the food fermentation process aids in protecting the food against spoiling. Due to the population's increasing concern over their health, the industry is anticipated to rise significantly.
The market is primarily driven by rising health consciousness among the people. The growing desire for fresh food with a longer shelf life is predicted to stimulate demand for fermented foods and ingredients. Furthermore, the increased need for food preservation is a major driver driving market expansion. Rising urbanization and rising purchasing power in developing economies have moved consumer tastes toward fermented beverages, bakery, and confectionery items. The rising demand for fermented components is mostly due to the rising popularity of fermented beverages. The market's expansion is anticipated to be constrained by health risks related to ingredients and food that have undergone fermentation. Additionally, the demand for fermented components and meals may be hampered by the high cost and erratic supply of raw materials.
The Fermented Food and Ingredients market is segmented on the ingredient type, food type, and distribution channel. Based on ingredient type, the market is segmented into amino acids, organic acids, vitamins, industrial enzymes and others. Based on food type, the Fermented Food and Ingredients are segmented into fermented dairy products, fermented beverages, fermented confectionary and bakery products, fermented vegetables and others. Based on the distribution channel, the Fermented foods and Ingredients are segmented into supermarkets/hypermarkets, online stores and others.
Based on ingredient type, the market is segmented into amino acids, organic acids, vitamins, industrial enzymes and others. The amino acids segment dominated the market. The use of fermented amino acids in manufacturing dairy and beverage products has expanded due to the food and beverage industries' growing desire to improve the texture, quality, and flavor of food items. Additionally, the expansion of R&D led to improvements in microbiology and biotechnology research, which led to improved fermented components. The demand for amino acids has increased due to the rising popularity of high-protein diets among health-conscious consumers.
Based on food type, the Fermented Food and Ingredients are segmented into fermented dairy products, fermented beverages, fermented confectionary and bakery products, fermented vegetables and others. The fermented beverage segment dominated the market. The demand for fermented ingredients is anticipated to rise as fermented beverages, and beer popularity rises. Additionally, the market is expanding due to the population's shifting food habits among the health-conscious. The rising population in emerging countries leads to a sedentary lifestyle and has changed eating habits, fueled the demand for processed foods and beverages and increased the use of fermented components in producing processed beverages.
The European Fermented Food and Ingredients market is expected to register the highest market share shortly. The rising popularity of fermented foods and drinks like yogurt, cheese, and wine is fueling the region's economic expansion. The demand for products and meals that have undergone fermentation is also fueled by rising awareness among the health-conscious populace. In addition, Asia Pacific is projected to grow rapidly in the global Fermented Food and Ingredients market. The demand for processed foods and drinks has increased along with the use of fermented ingredients in their manufacture due to changing eating patterns brought on by rising urbanization and consumer spending power. The region's market has expanded due to the improved food and beverage sector and enhanced agricultural growth in emerging economies.
Report Attribute |
Specifications |
Market Size Value In 2024 |
USD XX Mn |
Revenue Forecast In 2034 |
USD XX Mn |
Growth Rate CAGR |
CAGR of 6.3% from 2025 to 2034 |
Quantitative Units |
Representation of revenue in US$ Mn,and CAGR from 2025 to 2034 |
Historic Year |
2021 to 2024 |
Forecast Year |
2025-2034 |
Report Coverage |
The forecast of revenue, the position of the company, the competitive market structure, growth prospects, and trends |
Segments Covered |
By Ingredient type, Food Type, Distribution Channel |
Regional Scope |
North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa |
Country Scope |
U.S.; Canada; U.K.; Germany; China; India; Japan; Brazil; Mexico ;The UK; France; Italy; Spain; China; Japan; India; South Korea; South East Asia; South Korea; South East Asia |
Competitive Landscape |
Danone, Cargill Inc., Royal DSM, E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company, Flower Group, and Archer Daniels Midland Company |
Customization Scope |
Free customization report with the procurement of the report, Modifications to the regional and segment scope. Particular Geographic competitive landscape. |
Pricing And Available Payment Methods |
Explore pricing alternatives that are customized to your particular study requirements. |
Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
1.1. Research Methodology
1.2. Research Scope & Assumptions
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
Chapter 3. Global Fermented Food and Ingredients Market Snapshot
Chapter 4. Global Fermented Food and Ingredients Market Variables, Trends & Scope
4.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
4.2. Drivers
4.3. Challenges
4.4. Trends
4.5. Investment and Funding Analysis
4.6. Industry Analysis – Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
4.7. Competitive Landscape & Market Share Analysis
4.8. Impact of Covid-19 Analysis
Chapter 5. Market Segmentation 1: by Ingredient Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
5.1. by Ingredient Type & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
5.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following by Ingredient Type:
5.2.1. Amino Acids
5.2.2. Organic Acid
5.2.3. Vitamins
5.2.4. Industrial Enzymes
5.2.5. Others
Chapter 6. Market Segmentation 2: by Food Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
6.1. by Food Type & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
6.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following by Food Type:
6.2.1. Fermented Dairy Products
6.2.2. Fermented Beverages
6.2.3. Fermented Confectionary and Bakery Products
6.2.4. Fermented Vegetables
6.2.5. Others
Chapter 7. Market Segmentation 3: by Distribution Channel Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
7.1. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2024 & 2034 for the following by Distribution Channel & Market Share, 2021 & 2034
7.1.1. Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
7.1.2. Online stores
7.1.3. Others
Chapter 8. Fermented Food and Ingredients Market Segmentation 4: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
8.1. North America
8.1.1. North America Fermented Food and Ingredients Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Ingredient Type, 2021-2034
8.1.2. North America Fermented Food and Ingredients Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Food Type, 2021-2034
8.1.3. North America Fermented Food and Ingredients Market revenue (US$ Million) by Distribution Channel, 2021-2034
8.1.4. North America Fermented Food and Ingredients Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2021-2034
8.2. Europe
8.2.1. Europe Fermented Food and Ingredients Market revenue (US$ Million) by Ingredient Type, 2021-2034
8.2.2. Europe Fermented Food and Ingredients Market revenue (US$ Million) by Food Type, 2021-2034
8.2.3. Europe Fermented Food and Ingredients Market revenue (US$ Million) by Distribution Channel, 2021-2034
8.2.4. Europe Fermented Food and Ingredients Market revenue (US$ Million) by country, 2021-2034
8.3. Asia Pacific
8.3.1. Asia Pacific Fermented Food and Ingredients Market revenue (US$ Million) by Ingredient Type, 2021-2034
8.3.2. Asia Pacific Fermented Food and Ingredients Market revenue (US$ Million) by Food Type, 2021-2034
8.3.3. Asia Pacific Fermented Food and Ingredients Market revenue (US$ Million) by Distribution Channel, 2021-2034
8.3.4. Asia Pacific Fermented Food and Ingredients Market revenue (US$ Million) by country, 2021-2034
8.4. Latin America
8.4.1. Latin America Fermented Food and Ingredients Market revenue (US$ Million) by Ingredient Type, 2021-2034
8.4.2. Latin America Fermented Food and Ingredients Market revenue (US$ Million) by Food Type, 2021-2034
8.4.3. Latin America Fermented Food and Ingredients Market revenue (US$ Million) by Distribution Channel, 2021-2034
8.4.4. Latin America Fermented Food and Ingredients Market revenue (US$ Million) by country, 2021-2034
8.5. Middle East & Africa
8.5.1. Middle East & Africa Fermented Food and Ingredients Market revenue (US$ Million) by Ingredient Type, 2021-2034
8.5.2. Middle East & Africa Fermented Food and Ingredients Market revenue (US$ Million) by Food Type, 2021-2034
8.5.3. Middle East & Africa Fermented Food and Ingredients Market revenue (US$ Million) by Distribution Channel, 2021-2034
8.5.4. Middle East & Africa Fermented Food and Ingredients Market revenue (US$ Million) by country, 2021-2034
Chapter 9. Competitive Landscape
9.1. Major Mergers and Acquisitions/Strategic Alliances
9.2. Company Profiles
9.2.1. Danone
9.2.2. Cargill Inc.
9.2.3. Royal DSM
9.2.4. E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company
9.2.5. Flower Group
9.2.6. Archer Daniels Midland Company
9.2.7. Other Prominent Players
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By Food Type-
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By Region-
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Secondary research
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In the iterative process (mentioned above), data models received inputs from primary as well as secondary sources. But analysts working on these models were the key. They used their extensive knowledge and experience about industry and topic to make changes and fine-tuning these models as per the product/service under study.
The standard data models used while studying this market were the top-down and bottom-up approaches and the company shares analysis model. However, other methods were also used along with these – which were specific to the industry and product/service under study.
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