Alternative Protein Market Analysis and Forecast to 2032: By Source (Plant Protein, Mycoprotein, Algal Protein, and Insect Protein), Application (Food and Beverage, Dietary Supplements, Animal Feed, and Pet Food, Personal Care and Cosmetics) and Region

Alternative Protein Market Analysis and Forecast to 2032: By Source (Plant Protein, Mycoprotein, Algal Protein, and Insect Protein), Application (Food and Beverage, Dietary Supplements, Animal Feed, and Pet Food, Personal Care and Cosmetics) and Region


Alternative protein is a term used to describe protein sources that are not derived from animals. The term is often used in the context of plant-based diets, as well as in the context of meat production. Some of the most common alternative protein sources include soy, nuts, and legumes. Alternative protein sources are often lauded for their environmental and health benefits, as well as for their ethical implications.
Key Trends
The global alternative protein market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 14.6% from 2019 to reach USD 44.6 billion by 2025. The growing demand for plant-based meat alternatives is the major driver for the growth of the alternative protein market. The rising awareness about the health benefits associated with alternative proteins and the need for sustainable food production are the other key factors driving the market growth.

The key trends in alternative protein technology are:

The increasing demand for plant-based meat alternatives
The growing awareness about the health benefits associated with alternative proteins
The need for sustainable food production
The increasing investment in alternative protein research and development
The increasing number of startups in the alternative protein space

Key Drivers
Some of the key drivers of the alternative protein market are the increasing awareness about the health benefits of plant-based proteins, the need for sustainable and environmentally friendly protein sources, and the growing demand for protein-rich foods.

The health benefits of plant-based proteins have been well-documented and are one of the main reasons why people are choosing to consume more of these proteins. Plant-based proteins are generally lower in calories and fat than animal-based proteins, and they are also a good source of fiber and other nutrients.

The need for sustainable and environmentally friendly protein sources is another key driver of the alternative protein market. Animal agriculture is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, and it requires a large amount of land and water to produce meat, dairy, and eggs. Plant-based proteins are a more sustainable and efficient way to meet the world's protein needs.

The growing demand for protein-rich foods is also driving the growth of the alternative protein market. Protein is essential for muscle growth and development, and it is also a key component of a healthy diet. As people become more health-conscious, they are looking for foods that are high in protein and low in fat and calories. Plant-based proteins can help people meet their protein needs without consuming excessive amounts of fat and calories.
Restraints & Challenges
Some of the key restraints and challenges in the Alternative Protein market include:

High cost: Alternative proteins are often more expensive than traditional animal-based proteins. This can be a barrier for many consumers, especially in developing countries where incomes are lower.
Limited availability: Alternative proteins are not always widely available, especially in more rural areas. This can make it difficult for people to access these products.
Unfamiliarity: Some consumers may be unfamiliar with alternative proteins and how to cook with them. This can be a challenge in terms of education and awareness-raising.
Perceptions of quality: Some consumers may perceive alternative proteins to be of lower quality than animal-based proteins. This is a challenge in terms of marketing and perception-changing.

Market Segmentation
The report analyses the protein market based on application, source and region. Based on source it is segmented into plant protein, mycoprotein, algal protein, and insect protein. Based on the application, the market is segmented into food and beverage, dietary supplements, animal feed, and pet food, personal care and cosmetics. Based on the region it is bifurcated into North America, South America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Rest of the world.
Key Players
The Alternative Protein Market report includes players such as Archer Daniels Midland Company, CHS Inc, Deep Branch Biotechnology, Du Pont De Nemours and Company, Darling Ingredients, Angel Yeast, Sojaprotein,  Evershining Ingredients Company, Roquette Freres and AGT Food & Ingredients.

Alternative Protein Market Report Coverage

The report offers a comprehensive quantitative as well as qualitative analysis of the current Alternative Protein Market outlook and estimations from 2022 to 2032, which helps to recognize the prevalent opportunities.
The report also covers qualitative as well as quantitative analysis of the Alternative Protein Market in terms of revenue ($Million).
Major players in the market are profiled in this report and their key developmental strategies are studied in detail. This will provide an insight into the competitive landscape of the Alternative Protein industry.
A thorough analysis of market trends and restraints is provided.
By region as well as country market analysis is also presented in this report.
Analytical depiction of the Alternative Protein Market along with the current trends and future estimations to depict imminent investment pockets. The overall Alternative Protein industry opportunity is examined by understanding profitable trends to gain a stronger foothold.
Porter’s five forces analysis, SWOT analysis, Pricing Analysis, Case Studies, COVID-19 impact analysis, Russia-Ukraine war impact, and PESTLE analysis of the Alternative Protein Market are also analyzed.



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Chapter 1. Alternative Protein Market Overview
1.1. Objectives of the Study
1.2. Market Definition and Research & Scope
1.3. Research Limitations
1.4. Research Methodologies
1.4.1. Secondary Research
1.4.2. Market Size Estimation Technique
1.4.3. Forecasting
1.4.4. Primary Research and Data Validation
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
2.1. Summary
2.2. Key Highlights of the Market
Chapter 3. Premium Insights on the Market
3.1. Market Attractiveness Analysis, By Application
3.2. Market Attractiveness Analysis, By Source
3.3. Market Attractiveness Analysis, By Region
Chapter 4. Alternative Protein Market Outlook
4.1. Alternative Protein Market Segmentation
4.2. Market Dynamics
4.2.1. Market Drivers
4.2.1.1. Driver 1
4.2.1.2. Driver 2
4.2.1.3. Driver 3
4.2.2. Market Restraints
4.2.2.1. Restraint 1
4.2.2.2. Restraint 2
4.2.3. Market Opportunities
4.2.3.1. Opportunity 1
4.2.3.2. Opportunity 2
4.3. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
4.3.1. Threat of New Entrants
4.3.2. Threat of Substitutes
4.3.3. Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.3.4. Bargaining Power of Supplier
4.3.5. Competitive Rivalry
4.4. PESTLE Analysis
4.5. Value Chain Analysis
4.5.1. Raw Material Suppliers
4.5.2. Manufacturers
4.5.3. Wholesalers and/or Retailers
4.6. Impact of COVID-19 on the Alternative Protein Market
4.7. Impact of the Russia and Ukraine War on the Alternative Protein Market
4.8. Case Study Analysis
4.9. Pricing Analysis
Chapter 5. Alternative Protein Market, By Application
5.1. Market Overview
5.2. Food and Beverage
5.2.1. Market Trends & Opportunity Analysis
5.2.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Region, 2022-2032 ($Million)
5.3. Dietary Supplements
5.3.1. Market Trends & Opportunity Analysis
5.3.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Region, 2022-2032 ($Million)
5.4. Animal Feed and Pet Food
5.4.1. Market Trends & Opportunity Analysis
5.4.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Region, 2022-2032 ($Million)
5.5. Personal Care and Cosmetics
5.5.1. Market Trends & Opportunity Analysis
5.5.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Region, 2022-2032 ($Million)
Chapter 6. Alternative Protein Market, By Source
6.1. Market Overview
6.2. Plant Protein
6.2.1. Key Market Trends & Opportunity Analysis
6.2.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Region, 2022-2032 ($Million)
6.3. Insect-based
6.3.1. Key Market Trends & Opportunity Analysis
6.3.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Region, 2022-2032 ($Million)
6.4. Microprotein
6.4.1. Key Market Trends & Opportunity Analysis
6.4.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Region, 2022-2032 ($Million)
6.5. Algal protein
6.5.1. Key Market Trends & Opportunity Analysis
6.5.2. Market Size and Forecast, By Region, 2022-2032 ($Million)
Chapter 7. Alternative Protein Market, By Region
7.1. Overview
7.2. North America
7.2.1. Key Market Trends and Opportunities
7.2.2. North America Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.2.3. North America Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.2.4. North America Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million),
7.2.5. The U.S.
7.2.5.1. The U.S. Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Country, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.2.5.2. The U.S. Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.2.5.3. The U.S. Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application,2022-2032, ($Million)
7.2.6. Canada
7.2.6.1. Canada Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Country,2022-2032, ($Million)
7.2.6.2. Canada Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.2.6.3. Canada Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.2.7. Mexico
7.2.7.1. Mexico Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.2.7.2. Mexico Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.2.7.3. Mexico Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3. Europe
7.3.1. Key Market Trends and Opportunities
7.3.2. Europe Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.3. Europe Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.4. Europe Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.5. The U.K.
7.3.5.1. The U.K. Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.5.2. The U.K. Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.5.3. The U.K. Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.6. Germany
7.3.6.1. Germany Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.6.2. Germany Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.6.3. Germany Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.7. France
7.3.7.1. France Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.7.2. France Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.7.3. France Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.8. Spain
7.3.8.1. Spain Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.8.2. Spain Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source,2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.8.3. Spain Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application,2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.9. Italy
7.3.9.1. Italy Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.9.2. Italy Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.9.3. Italy Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.10. Netherlands
7.3.10.1. Netherlands Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.10.2. Netherlands Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.10.3. Netherlands Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.11. Sweden
7.3.11.1. Sweden Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.11.2. Sweden Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.11.3. Sweden Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.12. Switzerland
7.3.12.1. Switzerland Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.12.2. Switzerland Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.12.3. Switzerland Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.13. Denmark
7.3.13.1. Denmark Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.13.2. Denmark Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.13.3. Denmark Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.14. Finland
7.3.14.1. Finland Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.14.2. Finland Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.14.3. Finland Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.15. Russia
7.3.15.1. Russia Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.15.2. Russia Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source,, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.15.3. Russia Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.16. Rest of Europe
7.3.16.1. Rest of Europe Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.16.2. Rest of Europe Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.3.16.3. Rest of Europe Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4. Asia-Pacific
7.4.1. Key Market Trends and Opportunities
7.4.2. Asia-Pacific Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By country, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.3. Asia-Pacific Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region,2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.4. China
7.4.4.1. China Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region,2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.4.2. China Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.4.3. China Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application,2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.5. India
7.4.5.1. India Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.5.2. India Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source,2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.5.3. India Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.6. Japan
7.4.6.1. Japan Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.6.2. Japan Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.6.3. Japan Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.7. South Korea
7.4.7.1. South Korea Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.7.2. South Korea Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.7.3. South Korea Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application,2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.8. Australia
7.4.8.1. Australia Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.8.2. Australia Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.8.3. Australia Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.9. Singapore
7.4.9.1. Singapore Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.9.2. Singapore Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.9.3. Singapore Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application,2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.10. Indonesia
7.4.10.1. Indonesia Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.10.2. Indonesia Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source,2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.10.3. Indonesia Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.11. Taiwan
7.4.11.1. Taiwan Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.11.2. Taiwan Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.11.3. Taiwan Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.12. Malaysia
7.4.12.1. Malaysia Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.12.2. Malaysia Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.12.3. Malaysia Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.13. Rest of APAC
7.4.13.1. Rest of APAC Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.13.2. Rest of APAC Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.4.13.3. Rest of APAC Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.5. Rest of The World
7.5.1. Key Market Trends and Opportunities
7.5.2. Rest of The World Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.5.3. Rest of The World Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Test Type, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.5.4. Latin America
7.5.4.1. Latin America Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.5.4.2. Latin America Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.5.4.3. Latin America Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.5.5. Middle East
7.5.5.1. Middle East Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region,2022-2032, ($Million)
7.5.5.2. Middle East Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source,, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.5.5.3. Middle East Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.5.6. Africa
7.5.6.1. Africa Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Region, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.5.6.2. Africa Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Source, 2022-2032, ($Million)
7.5.6.3. Africa Alternative Protein Market Size and Forecast By Application, 2022-2032, ($Million)
Chapter 8. Competitive Landscape
8.1. Market Overview
8.2. Market Share Analysis/Key Player Positioning
8.3. Developmental Strategy Benchmarking
8.3.1. New Product Development
8.3.2. Product Launches
8.3.3. Business Expansions
8.3.4. Partnerships, Joint Ventures, And Collaborations
8.3.5. Mergers And Acquisitions
Chapter 9. Company Profiles
9.1. Archer Daniels Midland Company
9.1.1. Company Snapshot
9.1.2. Financial Performance
9.1.3. Product Offerings
9.1.4. Key Strategic Initiatives
9.1.5. SWOT Analysis
9.2. CHS Inc
9.2.1. Company Snapshot
9.2.2. Financial Performance
9.2.3. Product Offerings
9.2.4. Key Strategic Initiatives
9.2.5. SWOT Analysis
9.3. Deep Branch Biotechnology
9.3.1. Company Snapshot
9.3.2. Financial Performance
9.3.3. Product Offerings
9.3.4. Key Strategic Initiatives
9.3.5. SWOT Analysis
9.4. Du Pont De Nemours and Company
9.4.1. Company Snapshot
9.4.2. Financial Performance
9.4.3. Product Offerings
9.4.4. Key Strategic Initiatives
9.4.5. SWOT Analysis
9.5. Darling Ingredients
9.5.1. Company Snapshot
9.5.2. Financial Performance
9.5.3. Product Offerings
9.5.4. Key Strategic Initiatives
9.5.5. SWOT Analysis
9.6. Angel Yeast
9.6.1. Company Snapshot
9.6.2. Financial Performance
9.6.3. Product Offerings
9.6.4. Key Strategic Initiatives
9.6.5. SWOT Analysis
9.7. Sojaprotein
9.7.1. Company Snapshot
9.7.2. Financial Performance
9.7.3. Product Offerings
9.7.4. Key Strategic Initiatives
9.7.5. SWOT Analysis
9.8. Evershining Ingredients Company
9.8.1. Company Snapshot
9.8.2. Financial Performance
9.8.3. Product Offerings
9.8.4. Key Strategic Initiatives
9.8.5. SWOT Analysis
9.9. Roquette Freres
9.9.1. Company Snapshot
9.9.2. Financial Performance
9.9.3. Product Offerings
9.9.4. Key Strategic Initiatives
9.9.5. SWOT Analysis
9.10. AGT Food & Ingredients
9.10.1. Company Snapshot
9.10.2. Financial Performance
9.10.3. Product Offerings
9.10.4. Key Strategic Initiatives
9.10.5. SWOT Analysis
*The list of company is subject to change during the final compilation of the report

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