Dublin, Feb. 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Dairy Alternatives Market by Source (Soy, Almond, Coconut, Oats, Rice, Hemp), Application (Milk, Yogurt, Ice creams, Cheese, Creamers), Distribution Channel (Supermarkets, Health Food Stores, Pharmacies), Formulation, and Region - Global Forecast to 2026" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
The dairy alternatives market is estimated to be valued at USD 22.6 billion in 2020 and is projected to reach USD 40.6 billion by 2026, recording a CAGR of 10.3 % in terms of value.
The market is primarily driven by factors such as the growing vegan and flexitarian population across the world and increasing incidences of lactose-intolerant among consumers. Asia Pacific region accounted for the largest market share in the dairy alternatives market owing to the increasing consumer inclination towards vegan food. One of the major restraining factors in the growth of the dairy alternatives market is allergies associated with plant-based sources such as soy and almonds.
"By application, the yogurt segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period."
Based on application, the yogurt segment is expected to be the fastest-growing during the forecast period. This segment is rapidly growing, mainly due to the increasing demand for varieties of healthy plant-based yogurt, creating opportunities for dairy-free manufacturers. Innovation is a vital part of dairy alternatives market, which is expected to further drive the growth of non-dairy yogurt market.
"By formulation, the flavored segment is estimated to account for the largest share."
The flavored segment of the dairy alternatives is dominating the market. Flavored dairy alternative products are quite popular among manufacturers. The incorporation of flavors helps in enhancing the palatability of dairy alternatives such as soy, rice, and oat milk. Also, it helps the manufacturers to cater to changing consumer demands and increase their product offering.
"The Europe region is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period"
Europe is projected to be the fastest-growing market for the period considered for this study, due to increasing demand for dairy alternatives, mostly by the flexitarian population. European consumers are health-conscious and often check for ingredients before making purchasing decisions. The rising health awareness among consumers along with environmental concerns and sustainability factors is driving the growth of European dairy alternatives market.
The dairy alternatives market is segmented region-wise, with a detailed analysis of each region. These regions include Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, South America, and RoW (Middle East and Africa).
Market Dynamics
Drivers
- Growing Consumer Preference for a Vegan Diet
- Nutritional Benefits Offered by Plant-Based Food
- Rising Cases of Lactose Intolerance and Milk Allergies
Restraints
- Allergies Associated with Plant-Based Sources, Such as Soy and Almonds
Opportunities
- Growing Demand from Emerging Economies
- Favorable Marketing and Correct Positioning of Dairy Alternatives
- Rising Demand for Organic Food & Beverages
Challenges
- Limited Awareness Among Consumers
- Genetically Modified (Gm) Soybeans
- Volatile Prices of Raw Materials
COVID-19 Impact on the Dairy Alternatives Market
Patent Analysis
Value Chain
Ecosystem/Market Map for Dairy Alternatives
Key Markets for Import/Export
- Almonds
- Soybeans
- Oats
- Rice
- Coconuts
- Hemp
Porter's Five Forces Analysis
Case Study
Yc & Ycc Shift for the Dairy Alternatives Market
Company Profiles
Key Players
- The Hain Celestial
- Blue Diamond Growers
- Sunopta
- Sanitarium Health and Wellbeing Company
- Danone
- Freedom Foods Group
- Earth's Own Food Company
- Triballat Noyal
- Valsoia S.P.A
- Panos Brands
Other Players
- Melt Organic
- Oatly
- Living Harvest Foods
- Ripple Foods
- Kite Hill
- Califia Farms
- Hudson River Foods Inc.
- Daiya Foods Inc.
- Pureharvest
- Yoconut Dairy Free
- Yumbutter
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