Dairy Culture Market to reach $2.9 billion by 2030; rising consumer demand for dairy products, advancements in fermentation technology, the growing trend for functional and probiotic-rich foods, increasing health awareness, and expanding dairy indust

The Dairy Culture Market size is estimated to reach $2.9 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.7% during the forecast period 2024-2030, according to a recent report published by IndustryARC, titled, “Dairy Culture Market – By Type (Mesophilic, Thermophilic), By Fermentation Type (Yeast-Lactic Acid, Lactic Acid and Fungus-Lactic Acid), By Application (Cheese, Yoghurt, Buttermilk, Cream, Kumis, Kefir and Others), By End-Users (Dairy Manufacturers, Food & Beverage Industry and Others) and By Geography - Opportunity Analysis & Industry Forecast, 2024-2030.”

The rising consumer demand for dairy products is a key driver of the dairy culture market. Advancements in fermentation technology are contributing to the growth of the market. The increasing trend for functional and probiotic-rich foods is boosting the demand for dairy cultures. Growing health awareness among consumers is driving the preference for dairy products with added health benefits. The expanding dairy industry in emerging economies is further propelling the market growth.

Europe accounts for the largest share of the dairy culture market solely because of its rich heritage in the consumptions of dairy products-France, Italy, and the Netherlands are some such countries, where cheese and yogurt are commonly consumed with the culture. The growing health consciousness among the consumers, particularly about probiotics and gut health benefits, further fuel demands for cultured dairy products like yogurt and kefir. Additionally, the regulatory Europe contributes to the development and marketing of functional foods for which dairy products enriched with beneficial cultures are safe and of high quality. The region also leads in innovation by having companies concentrating on research and development to produce new culture types that augment flavor, texture, and shelf life. European manufacturers are also getting increasingly sustainable, sourcing dairy cultures from regions that are locally and organically produced. These trends mirror the region's growing consumer demand for more environment-friendly products.

Consumers are increasingly aware of the health benefits associated with probiotics, which help maintain a balanced gut microbiome, supporting digestive health and immune function. Probiotic-rich dairy products like yogurt, kefir, and cultured milk are popular for these benefits. Probiotics are seen as functional ingredients that offer additional health benefits beyond basic nutrition. The functional food trend is expanding as consumers seek foods that contribute to overall well-being, driving demand for dairy cultures that provide health benefits. In July 2023, Danone has used its expertise in breastmilk research and breastfeeding to develop Almimama, a probiotic supplement that can help reduce the incidence of mastitis. Affecting approximately one in four mothers1, mastitis (inflammation in the breast) causes flu-like symptoms and breast pain, as well as skin rashes, fever and breast engorgement.

As lifestyles become more fast-paced, demand has increased for on-the-go dairy products, such as yogurt cups, cheese sticks and drinkable dairy cultures. These are convenient, nutritious snacks that fit into busy schedules, making them especially popular among younger consumers. Dairy companies are introducing new snack formats with unique flavours, textures, and packaging that appeal to various age groups and dietary preferences. This has helped position cultured dairy products as tasty, protein-rich snacks suitable for consumption anytime.

Key companies profiled in the Dairy Culture Market are Lactalis, Amul, Nestle, Yili Group, Danone, Fonterra, Arla Food, ADM, Mengniu Dairy, Saputo and Others.

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