Global Microbial Food Cultures Market - 2023-2030

Global Microbial Food Cultures Market - 2023-2030

Global Microbial Food Cultures Market reached US$ 112.28 million in 2022 and is expected to reach US$ 172.31 million by 2030, growing with a CAGR of 5.5% during the forecast period 2023-2030.

The global microbial food cultures market has witnessed significant growth and transformations over the years, these food cultures are certain microorganisms added to food products, which play a crucial role in the fermentation process, also they act as a texturizer, flavorant, and acidity regulator. Hence, such factors can help in driving the global microbial food cultures.

Furthermore, as the demand for the usage of microbial food cultures in various food products is increasing, many manufacturers are highly investing in developing these products. For instance, in April 2021, Chr. Hansen launched a new product FreshQ, which is a range of food cultures that improves the bioprotective effects of fermentation in dairy. India is the largest producer of milk in the world, contributing 23% of global milk production.

Probiotic cultures account largest market share in the microbial food cultures market. Similarly, the Asia-Pacific dominates the microbial food cultures market, capturing the largest market share of over 1/3rd. The region’s rapid urbanization and industrialization. China remains the largest producer and consumer of microbial food cultures globally, accounting for nearly 60% of total production.

Dynamics

Increase Demand for the Consumption of Wine

Consumers are highly consuming wine as part of socializing drink which has increased the demand for wine, for instance, according to the International Organisation of Vine and Wine report of 2023, the world vineyard surface area is estimated to be 7.3 mha in 2022, with World wine production in 2022 is estimated at 258 mhl, and consumption in 2022 is estimated at 232 mhl.

Furthermore, as the demand for the production rate of wine increases, it increases the demand for microbial food cultures such as yeast strains which play a crucial role in the fermentation of wine and help in creating unique and high-quality wines. Hence, such factors can help in increasing the microbial food cultures.

Rising Awareness about the Health Benefits of Probiotics

Consumers are highly adopting probiotics, shows a positive impact on gut health. They contribute to a balanced and diverse gut microbiota, which is linked to various aspects of overall health, including digestion, and immune function. Which increases the popularity of microbial food cultures in various applications.

Furthermore, as the demand is increasing manufacturers are launching innovative products, for instance, in January 2022, International Flavors & Fragrances Inc, launched the YO-MIX PRIME series destined for yogurt manufacturers. The new cultures join YO-MIX PRIME 800 and 900 in helping dairy manufacturers solve a range of major production challenges, enabling them to offer a diverse range of high-quality products to consumers.

Strict Regulations

Stringent regulations and varying standards for the use of microbial cultures in different regions can pose challenges for manufacturers. Compliance with regulatory requirements and obtaining approvals for novel microbial strains can be time-consuming and costly. Which could affect the microbial food culture market growth.

Segment Analysis

The global microbial food cultures market is segmented based on product type, microorganism, distribution channel, function, application, and region.

Increase in Demand for High-Quality Products

The probiotics cultures hold the maximum share in the global microbial food cultures market, as these probiotics cultures are widely adopted in various products, as they help maintain a balance of beneficial microorganisms in the gut. Also helps in proper digestion, nutrient absorption, and overall gut health. Hence, such factors can help in increasing the market growth.

Furthermore, many key players are focusing on producing and launching innovative probiotic products to attract larger consumer bases, for instance, in September 2020, Lonza company launched a unique probiotic strain TWK10, which is designed for elite athletes and active individuals, that provides benefits for endurance, body composition and energy. Hence, such products can help in increasing the market growth.

Geographical Penetration

High Dairy Production, and New Product Development

Asia-Pacific region shows a dominant force in the global microbial food cultures market, as the demand for dairy products is increasing, many consumers are highly adopting these microbial food culture strains for developing new products and for preservation, which can help in increasing the market growth in this region.

Furthermore, dairy and other milk products are part of regular diets for the consumers in this region, which has increased the production rate of dairy. For instance, according to the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying report of 2022, milk production in India is 210 million tons in 2020-21, with per capita consumption of 427 grams per person in 2020-21. Hence, such high production rates can help in increasing the usage of microbial food cultures in the dairy sector.

Additionally, as the demand for microbial food culture is increasing in the dairy industry, manufacturing companies are launching many innovative products to expand their market sizes. For instance, DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences launched a dairy culture and probiotic formulation for China, which is YO-MIX PRIME, the culture enables the reduction of added sugars and a high probiotic count, while maintaining a mild taste and premium texture for consumers. Hence, such product launches can help in increasing the market growth.

Competitive Landscape

The major global players in the market include Chr. Hansen Holding A/S, International Flavors & Fragrances Inc., DSM, Kerry Group plc, Lactina Ltd., Tatua, Lesaffre, AngelYeast Co., Ltd., Wyeast Laboratories, Inc., and E & O LABORATORIES LTD.

COVID-19 Impact Analysis

The demand for bakery and other convenience foods has increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, which has increased the usage of microbial food cultures in various applications. However, the supply chain had been disrupted due to government lockdown restrictions, Thus the pandemic has shown a positive and negative impact on the global microbial food cultures market.

By Product Type
• Probiotics Cultures
• Protective Cultures
• Starter Cultures
• Adjunct and Aroma Cultures
• Others

By Micro Organism
• Bacteria
• Mold
• Yeast
• Others

By Distribution Channel
• E-Commerce
• Specialty Stores
• Hypermarket/Supermarket
• Others

By Function
• Flavoring Agent
• Texturizing Agent
• Preservative Agent
• Coloring Agent
• Nutritional Agent
• Others

By Application
• Wine
• Dairy
• Baked Goods
• Meat
• Others

By Region
• North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
• Europe
Germany
UK
France
Italy
Russia
Rest of Europe
• South America
Brazil
Argentina
Rest of South America
• Asia-Pacific
China
India
Japan
Australia
Rest of Asia-Pacific
• Middle East and Africa

Key Developments
• In January 2021, Wellbeing Nutrition (WBN), India's leading organic plant-based nutrition company launched the plant-based and clinically studied Probiotic + Prebiotic, the answer to all gut problems.
• In April 2021, Chr. Hansen launched the next generation of FreshQ food cultures for fermentation-enabled bioprotection of dairy products.

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