Plant-Based Meat Market Research, 2030
Plant-Based Meat Market Plant based meat market to surpass USD $27.1 million by 2030 from USD $4.24 million in 2020 at a CAGR of 20.50 % throughout the forecast period, i.e. 2020-30.
Plant-based meat products act as substitutes for natural meats made using plant and non-animal products such as extracted plant protein, whey protein, coconut oil, potato protein, wheat gluten, tofu, etc. In comparison to meat products, they are more sustainable and environmentally friendly, and also, resemble meat products in terms of texture, appearance, and taste. Plant-based meat products are usually used in the form of nuggets, burger patty, sausages, or even crumbles, similar in terms of calories to red meat but contain less cholesterol and more fiber. Various types of plant-based meat products include plant-based beef, plant-based fish, plant-based chicken, etc. as a replica of meat.
Market Highlights
The global Plant-based meat market is expected to project a notable CAGR in 2030.
Global Plant-based meat market to surpass USD $27.1 million by 2030 from USD $4.24 million in 2020 at a CAGR of 20.50 % throughout the forecast period, i.e. 2020-30.The global Plant-based meat market is expected to observe growth in the future due to a shift in consumption patterns of the populace which is influenced not only by vegans but also, by flexitarians. Flexitarians are usually referred to as those consumers that consume meat in moderation but their diet majorly comprises vegetarian food options. Plant-based meat products are in high demand due to rising consumer awareness of health issues as well as animal rights which is a key factor accelerating the growth of the global plant-based meat market.
Recent Highlights in Global Plant-based meat Market
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In December 2019, Unilever, a global food corporation launched a plant-based food Research Centre in Europe, worth $94 Million to develop new products including sustainable food packaging and plant-based meat products.
Global Plant-based meat Market: Segments
A plant-based Chicken segment to grow with the highest CAGR during 2020-30
The global Plant-based meat market is segmented by product type into Plant-based Chicken, Plant-based Beef, Plant-based Fish, and Plant-based Bacon. The plant-based chicken segment held the largest market share of XX.X% in the year 2019 and is anticipated to dominate the global market throughout the forecast period. Chicken contains fewer calories in comparison to beef and is preferred over other product types.
Patty segment to grow with the highest CAGR during 2020-30
The global Plant-based meat market is segmented by application into Patty, Nuggets, Sausages, Crumbles, and Others. The Patty services segment held the largest market share of XX.X% in the year 2019 and is expected to maintain this trend throughout the forecast period due to rising consumer demand for burger patties since it contains low gluten content and low-fat content.
Soy segment to grow with the highest CAGR during 2020-30
The global Plant-based meat market is also segmented by source into Pea, Soy, and Wheat. The soy segment held the largest market share of XX.X% in the year 2019 and is anticipated to grow with the highest CAGR throughout the forecast period. Soy contains a similar texture, contains low saturated fats, and is an excellent source of proteins. Pea is also rich in protein and can be substituted to make a chicken patty.
A household segment to grow with the highest CAGR during 2020-30
The global Plant-based meat market is also segmented by end-users into Food and Beverage and Household. The household segment held the largest market share of XX.X% in the year 2019 and is anticipated to grow with the highest CAGR throughout the forecast period. Plant-based meat being healthier in comparison to red meat is incorporated by households into their diets. The food and beverage industry is also adding plant-based meat alternatives to their menu with the increasing numbers of food outlets and restaurants that are focused on providing healthy food options to consumers.
Market Dynamics
Drivers
Health Benefits
Plant-based meat is healthier as it minimizes the risks of high blood cholesterol, and cardiovascular diseases increase protein consumption and kidney function, and maintain calories that have higher chances to incur with the consumption of red meat. Thus, eliminating the risks of diabetes, obesity, etc. Plant-based meat products prevent bacterial infection borne from sea-food consumption, also, as health risks associated with the consumption of red meat.
Ecologically Sustainable
Plant-based meat is ecologically sustainable and growing consumer awareness regarding environmental issues such as acid rain, land and water degradation, deforestation, and coral reef determination related to the killing of animals. Rising awareness of animal rights has led to a shift in demand from non-vegetarian to vegetarian diets encouraging consumers to adopt plant-based meat products.
Restraints
Lack of several nutrients
Plant-based meat lacks vitamin B12 and does not incorporate complete elements to fulfill the protein requirements of the body. Over-processing of plant-based materials is a key factor restraining the growth of the global plant-based meat market.
Global Plant-based meat Market: Regions
The global Plant-based meat market is segmented based on regional analysis into five major regions. These include North America, Latin America, Europe, APAC, and MENA.
Global Plant-based meat market in North America held the largest market share of XX.X% in the year 2019 and has been the largest contributor to a plant-based meat market. North America is experiencing an adverse COVID situation which may witness a shift in demand from non-vegetarian food products to plant-based meat products. Europe is anticipated to observe a rise in demand for plant-based meat products due to the rising vegan population.
The global PLANT-BASED MEAT market is further segmented by region into:
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North America Market Size, Share, Trends, Opportunities, Y-o-Y Growth, CAGR – the United States and Canada
- Latin America Market Size, Share, Trends, Opportunities, Y-o-Y Growth, CAGR – Mexico, Argentina, Brazil, and Rest of Latin America
- Europe Market Size, Share, Trends, Opportunities, Y-o-Y Growth, CAGR – United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Hungary, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, NORDIC, Russia, Turkey, and Rest of Europe
- APAC Market Size, Share, Trends, Opportunities, Y-o-Y Growth, CAGR – India, China, South Korea, Japan, Malaysia, Indonesia, New Zealand, Australia, and the Rest of APAC
- MENA Market Size, Share, Trends, Opportunities, Y-o-Y Growth, CAGR – North Africa, Israel, GCC, South Africa, and Rest of MENA
Global PLANT-BASED MEAT Market: Key Players
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- Beyond Meat
Company Overview - Business Strategy
- Key Product Offerings
- Financial Performance
- Key Performance Indicators
- Risk Analysis
- Recent Development
- Regional Presence
- SWOT Analysis
- Beyond Meat
- Impossible Foods Inc.
- Garden Protein International (Conagra Brands)
- Morningstar Farms (Kellogg Na Co.)
- Amy's Kitchen Inc.
- Maple Leaf Foods
- Unilever
- Boca Foods Company (Kraft Foods Inc.)
- Quorn Foods
- Other Prominent Players
Global Plant-based meat market report also contains analysis on:
Plant-based meat Market Segments:
- By Product Type
- Plant-based Chicken
- Plant-based Beef
- Plant-based Fish
- Plant-based Bacon
- By Application
- Patty
- Nuggets
- Sausages
- Crumbles
- Others (Meatballs, Strips, etc.)
- By Source
- Pea
- Soy
- Wheat
- By End Users
- Food and Beverages Industry
- Household
- Plant-based meat Market Dynamics
- Plant-based meat Market Size
- Supply & Demand
- Current Trends/Issues/Challenges
- Competition & Companies Involved in the Market
- Value Chain of the Market
- Market Drivers and Restraints
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
plant-based meat market is witnessing strong growth, with estimates placing its value at around USD 16.69 billion in 2024 and projecting it to reach approximately USD 100.31 billion by 2033, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 21.9 %.Other sources provide slightly different numbers (for example ~USD 24.77 billion by 2030 at ~19.4% CAGR).
Among product types, burger patties have held a dominant share in recent years, and by source, soy continues to be the largest segment (e.g., ~48% share in 2023 according to one study).As consumers seek meat-like taste and texture, manufacturers are leveraging soy, wheat, pea and other plant protein sources to replicate conventional meat formats.
North America currently leads the plant-based meat market in terms of revenue share, driven by robust retail penetration, rising health and sustainability awareness, and innovation in product offerings.Meanwhile, emerging markets such as Asia-Pacific are expected to exhibit faster growth due to increasing disposable income, changing diets, and greater interest in alternative proteins.
Growth is primarily driven by rising consumer awareness of health and wellness, growing concern over animal welfare, increasing environmental sustainability considerations of traditional meat production, and the expanding flexitarian-vegan diet segment.Technological advances in taste, texture and product variety are also helping broaden appeal beyond traditional vegan consumers.
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