Tuesday, June 16, 2020

Fruit & Vegetable Processing Enzymes Market: Growth Opportunities and Recent Developments

The global fruit & vegetable processing enzymes market has grown steadily in the last few years. The market size is projected to reach USD 41.39 Billion by 2022, at a CAGR of around 6.7% from 2016 to 2022. The high specificity of enzymes in biochemical reactions is the major driving factor of this market.

The global market based on sources has been segmented into bacteria and fungi. This is because bacteria is largely used to increase the shelf-life of fruits & vegetables for a prolonged time. Moreover, bacteria contributes to the easy genetic transformation for enzyme, which has led to the dominance of bacteria compared to other microorganisms in the fruit & vegetable processing enzymes market.

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The global market, based on type, has been segmented into amylase, pectinase, protease, and cellulase. The amylase segment accounted for the largest share of the fruit & vegetable processing enzymes market in 2015. Amylases are mainly used in industries, such as food & beverages due to its cost effectiveness, and less time-consuming methods, and therefore the demand is high. Microorganisms are considered as the best source of these enzymes. Alpha-amylase, beta-amylase, and gluco-amylase are the major types of amylases. Out of the three types, รก-amylase and gluco-amylase are used in a wider range of products in the food & beverage industry.

In the form segment, the market has been segmented on the basis of liquid and powder. The liquid form accounted for the largest share in 2015. The liquid enzyme is used directly in its liquid form or sprayed and absorbed onto a solid carrier. The liquid formulation of enzyme is supplied as a liquid solution, which is sprayed on the pellets. The growth in this segment is attributed to three major components, such as enzymatic, physical, and microbial stabilities are considered by manufacturers during the production stage which has resulted in the increased demand.

Significant growth for fruit & vegetable processing enzymes is observed in the Asia-Pacific region

The Asia-Pacific region is expected to surpass Europe as the second-largest consumer of fruit & vegetable processing enzymes. This is due to the rising demand from India and China, which has contributed to the industrial growth for food & beverages. More than two-thirds of the fruit & vegetable processing enzymes market in the Asia-Pacific region is import-dominated. Therefore, enzyme manufacturers have investment opportunities in new product developments across the Asia-Pacific region.

This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolio of leading companies. It includes the profiles of leading companies such as E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company (U.S.), Associated British Foods Plc (U.K.), Koninklijke DSM N.V. (The Netherlands), Novozymes A/S (Denmark), and Group Soufflet (France).


Target Audience:
  • Suppliers
  • R&D institutes
  • Technology providers
  • Enzymes manufacturers/suppliers
  • Intermediary suppliers
  • Wholesalers
  • Dealers

Cheese Powder Market to Showcase Continued Growth in the Coming Years

The report "Cheese Powder Market by Type (Cheddar, Mozzarella, Parmesan, American, and Blue), Application (Bakery & Confectionery, Sweet & Savory Snacks, Sauces, Dressings, Dips & Condiments, and Ready Meals), and Region – Global Forecast to 2022", The cheese powder market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.82% from 2016 to 2022, to reach USD 604.1 Million by 2022.

Increasing demand for convenience food products is driving the market

The increasing demand for convenience foods is one of the major drivers for the cheese powder market. The major industrial users of cheese powders include producers of snacks, soups, sauces, frozen products, and ready-to-eat meals. Snacks is the major application of cheese powder due to its easy handling and longer shelf life. Its usage in dry snacks has been largely contributing to the growth of the market.

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Rising awareness regarding the ill-health effects of cheese

The rising consumer awareness about the ill-health effects of cheese poses a great challenge to the growth of the global cheese powder market. Obesity, high cholesterol levels, and heart diseases are the major conditions associated with the consumption of processed cheese. Furthermore, studies suggest that the consumption of cheddar cheese may pose an increased risk of breast cancer by increasing the production of galactose from lactose.

The cheddar cheese segment is projected to dominate the market during the forecast period

The demand for cheddar cheese powder is mainly driven by its application as a flavorant in various convenience food products such as snacks, bakery products, confectioneries, ready meals, sauces, dressings, dips, and condiments. The demand for cheese powder is driven by increase in the fast food industry and the innovations in product offerings by cheese powder manufacturers.

Increased consumption of cheese powder in ready meals, owing to busy lifestyles and changing dietary habits

The market for application of cheese powder is led by ready meals, in terms of growth rate. The demand for ready meals is projected to increase due to the busy lifestyles and changing dietary habits of the consumers associated with it. Furthermore, cheese powder has a longer shelf life which makes it a preferred option for the packaged food manufacturers.


Asia Pacific is projected to be the fastest-growing region in the cheese powder market, in terms of value.

Asia-Pacific is projected to be the fastest-growing region in the global cheese powder market due to rapidly growing fast-food industry and changing dietary preferences of people in countries like China, India, and Australia that has led to an increased demand for cheese powder in the region. Furthermore, key players in this market are focusing to establish their position in these developing nations.

This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of leading companies. It includes the profiles of leading companies such as Lactosan A/S (Denmark), Land O’Lakes, Inc. (U.S.), Kerry Group Plc (Ireland), and Kraft Foods Group, Inc. (U.S.).

Upcoming Growth Trends in the Milk Protein Market

The milk protein market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.5%, in terms of value, from 2017 to reach a projected value of USD 13.38 Billion by 2022. The multifunctional nature of milk protein, ease of incorporation in a wide range of applications, increase in demand for high protein food, and increase in consumption of premium products are the factors driving the global market. Increase in awareness with regard to the importance of high nutritional food and its rising applications among the global population, fuels the demand for milk protein.

Whey protein concentrates projected to be the largest segment

Whey protein concentrates segment is estimated to be the largest market share in the milk protein market in 2017, due to their wide range of applications in the food & beverage industry. The multifunctionality of whey protein concentrates, finds use in a broad spectrum of applications such as confectionery, bakery, infant nutrition, sports nutrition, and desserts.

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Sports nutrition: The most widely preferred milk protein application

The sports nutrition segment accounted for the largest share in the milk protein market, in terms of value, in 2016. Multifunctionality of milk protein increases its adoption in end-use applications, increased consumption of premium products, increase in demand for healthy food, growth in demand for high protein products, and increase in investments for research & development to develop new products for the market are the key drivers of the milk protein market. The milk protein market is considered to be one of the fastest-growing segments of the dairy ingredients market due to the growing trend toward reducing the fat content and calorie content, thereby increasing the protein content in food products. With the increase in awareness about health & nutrition products among the global population, wide applications of milk protein and positive investigations for health benefits create a platform for newer applications of protein, which drives the increase in demand and market growth for protein-based food products.

Europe estimated to be the most lucrative market for milk protein

In 2017, the Europe region is estimated to hold a significant share in the global milk protein market whereas Asia-Pacific is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period. The major drivers for this significant share of the European region are increase in consumer expectations for innovation and convenience. Development of milk protein for making low fat food products is one of the latest trends in the food & beverage industry of countries such as Germany and France. Positive investigations for health benefits create a platform for newer applications of milk protein and increase in consumer awareness regarding value-added products. The Asia-Pacific market is driven by the growing demand for processed food products in developing countries such as India, China, Australia, and New Zealand.

This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of leading companies. It includes the profiles of leading companies such as Groupe Lactalis (France), Fonterra Co-Operative Group (New Zealand), FrieslandCampina (Netherlands), Arla Foods (Denmark), and Saputo Incorporated (Canada).

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Target Audience:
  • Milk protein importers and exporters
  • Dairy manufacturers and processors
  • Secondary sources, which include the following:
  • The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the International Dairy Food Association(IDFA)
  • The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
  • Food safety agencies
  • End applications, which include the following:
  • Bakery products, confectionery products, and convenience foods
  • Dairy products

Direct-fed Microbials Market Projected to Garner Significant Revenues by 2022

The direct-fed microbials market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.96% to reach USD 1,399.6 Million by 2022. The market is driven by factors such as increase in awareness about feed quality and safety, rising demand for manufactured animal feed, growth in demand for animal protein, changes in farming practices and technology, and replacing antibiotic growth promoters (AGPs) with direct-fed microbials. The continuous rise in the population has also resulted in an increase in the demand for food and the necessity for direct-fed microbials, to increase meat and milk production in a sustainable manner.

The consumption of direct-fed microbials is increasing significantly with various government regulations being adopted to improve animal health. The ban on the use of antibiotics as growth promoters in the European Union has created massive demand for direct-fed microbials. On the basis of type, the lactic acid bacteria segment is expected to be the fastest-growing, as these direct-fed microbials are highly effective. 


On the basis of livestock type, the direct-fed microbials (DFM) market has been segmented into swine, poultry, ruminants, aquatic animals, and others, which include equine and pets. The poultry segment is projected to be the fastest-growing, because direct-fed microbials provide poultry birds with protein and this increases their growth rate. With the high demand for poultry meat across the world due to their high nutrient value, the demand for direct-fed microbials is also expected to increase. 

Direct-fed microbials are available in dry and liquid forms. The dry form has a longer shelf life compared to the liquid form, which varies according to the type of direct-fed microbials used in animal feed. Dry microbials have more advantages and are used in various animal feed additive products. Liquid microbials are preferred by farmers as they are easily mixable and do not affect the texture of the feed. 

In 2015, North America accounted for the largest share in the direct-fed microbials (DFM) market, followed by Europe, and the Asian-Pacific region. France and Germany constituted the largest country-level markets in the European region in 2015. Increase in awareness about the benefits of direct-fed microbials, among livestock producers and a rise in population is leading to the growth of the market in this region. The direct-fed microbials market in the Asia-Pacific region is projected to grow with investments from several multinational manufacturers. The market is also projected to grow due to the increase in advanced agricultural technologies and export of key products in animal feed. Extensive R&D initiatives are also being undertaken to explore new varieties of direct-fed microbials to be used in animal feed. 


Stringent international quality standards and government regulations for direct-fed microbial products act as a restraint for the market. The key players identified in this market include Archer Daniels Midland Company (U.S.), E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company (U.S.), Koninklijke DSM N. V. (Netherlands), Novozymes (Denmark), Chr. Hansen A/S (Denmark), Kemin Industries (U.S.), BIOMIN Holding GmbH (Austria), Lallemand Inc. (Canada), Novus International, Inc. (U.S.), and Bio-vet (U.S.) also attained strong position in the global direct-fed microbials (DFM) market. 

Most key participants have been exploring new markets through new product launches, expansions, and investments across the globe. Since 2011, the direct-fed microbials (DFM) market has witnessed an increase in demand, especially in countries such as the U.S., Germany, France, Brazil, India, and China. 

Target Audience:
  • Direct-fed microbial manufacturers
  • Feed manufacturers
  • Animal pharmaceutical companies
  • Direct-fed microbial raw material suppliers
  • Direct-fed microbial product exporters & importers
  • Educational institutions
  • Regulatory authorities
  • Consulting firms

Monday, June 15, 2020

Nitrogenous Fertilizers Market to Showcase Continued Growth in the Coming Years

The report Nitrogenous Fertilizers Market by Type (Urea, Ammonium Nitrate, Ammonium Sulfate, and Calcium Ammonium Nitrate), Form (Liquid and Dry), Mode of Application (Soil, Foliar, and Fertigation), Crop Type, and Region – Global Forecast to 2022″, The nitrogenous fertilizers market is projected to reach a value of USD 127.00 Billion by 2022, at a CAGR of 2.33% from 2016. The market is driven by factors such as need to increase productivity and level yield and fertilizer intensity gaps across regions, and rise in awareness regarding soil profile and nutritional balance backed by state support.

The objectives of the report are as follows:
  • To define, segment, measure, and project the nitrogenous fertilizers market with respect to fertilizer type, crop type, mode of application, form, and key regions
  • To identify, analyze, and comment on crucial factors influencing the overall market (drivers, restraints, opportunities, and industry-specific challenges)
  • To profile the key players to comprehensively analyze their core competencies and market strategies and provide an overall competitive landscape in the market
  • Analyzing the demand-side factors based on the impact of macro and microeconomic factors on the market and shifts in the demand patterns across different subsegments and regions
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The ammonium nitrate segment is projected to be the fastest-growing from 2016 to 2022

The ammonium nitrate segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR from 2016 to 2022.Ammonium nitrate is the most effective means of increasing crop yield and has major impact in the productivity of the crop. The increase in awareness with regard to ammonium nitrate in the soil is driving the demand for this segment.
The fruits & vegetables segment is projected to grow at a significant rate during the forecast period

Fruits & vegetables are highly sensitive to the deficiencies of nutrients in the soil. These crops are of high value. The increased demand for fruits & vegetables and their sensitivity toward nutrients is driving the fruits & vegetables segment.
The South American region is projected to grow at a significant rate from 2016 to 2022

The South American region is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period, owing to the factors such as growth in population, rise in disposable incomes, progressive urbanization, and increase in demand for nutritional food products that in turn drive the demand for agricultural products. Growth is majorly witnessed in China, India, and Japan owing to the increase in the purchasing power of the population.

This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of leading companies, such as Yara International ASA (Norway), Agrium Inc. (Canada), Coromandel International Limited (India), Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan Inc. (Canada), and Koch Industries Inc. (U.S.).

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  • Supply-side stakeholders: fertilizer producers, suppliers, distributors, importers, and exporters
  • Demand-side stakeholders: Large contract-scale farming companies, farmers and researchers
  • Regulatory-side stakeholders: Concerned government authorities and other regulatory bodies
  • Other related associations, research organizations and industry bodies: Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), International Fertilizer Industry Association (IFA), International Fertilizer Society (IFS) and Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)

Latest Regulatory Trends Impacting the Meat Speciation Testing Market

The report Meat Speciation Testing Market by Species (Bos Taurus, Sus Scrofa, Gallus Gallus, Equus Caballus, Ovis Aries), Technology (PCR, ELISA, Molecular Diagnostic), Form (Raw, Cooked, Processed), and Region – Global Forecast to 2022″, The meat speciation testing market is projected to reach USD 2,220.6 Million by 2022, at a CAGR of 8.20% from 2016. The market is driven by increase in number of adulteration and food fraud cases, religious beliefs, compliance with labeling laws, and stringent regulations and consumer demand for certified products.

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The global increase in malpractices and the number of fraud and adulteration incidents for meat & meat products have resulted in the enhanced growth of this market. Thus, given the widespread cases of adulteration and food fraud, along with growing consumer concern for safety & quality, and with increasing stringency of regulations and their effective monitoring of the supply chain, the market for speciation testing is projected to grow at a significant rate in the upcoming years.

The meat speciation testing market, based on species, has been segmented into cow (Bos taurus), swine (Sus scrofa), chicken (Gallus gallus), horse (Equus caballus), sheep (Ovis aries), and other species such as turkey, goat, and rabbit. The chicken (Gallus gallus) segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR among all species from 2016 to 2022. However, with the increasing prices of chicken, several meat manufacturers and processors are engaged in fraudulent practices and are involved in adulteration and fraudulent substitution of chicken with pork and other contaminating species. Several cases of chicken meat adulteration have been detected around the world, which is fueling market growth for the chicken (Gallus gallus) segment.

The global market, based on technology, has been segmented into PCR, ELISA, and other technologies (such as LC-MS/MS). The PCR segment is projected to be the largest and fastest-growing by 2022. Besides the market drivers, significant growth in adoption of this technology for meat speciation testing can be attributed to drawbacks of the ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay) technology, wherein DNA analysis is conducted by the technology for accurate determination of meat species in products even at 0.1% levels of detection.


The meat speciation testing market in the Asia-Pacific region is driven by various rules and regulations implemented by different countries in the region. Food security standards are getting stringent year-on-year to ensure safer supply of food to individuals in local and foreign countries.

This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies, along with the service portfolios of leading companies. It includes the profiles of leading companies such as VWR International LLC (U.S.), Eurofins Scientific SE (Luxemburg), ALS Limited (Australia), Neogen Corporation (U.S.), and LGC Science Group Ltd. (U.K.). Other players that are active in the industry are Genetic ID NA, Inc. (U.S.), International Laboratory Services Ltd. (U.K.), AB Sciex LLC (U.S.), Geneius Laboratories Ltd. (U.K.), and Scientific Analysis Laboratories (U.K.).

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The stakeholders for the report are as follows:
  • Meat traders
  • Meat processors
  • Meat speciation testing service providers
  • Meat speciation testing laboratories
  • Research & development (R&D) institutions
  • Government organizations, research organizations, and consulting firms
  • Manufacturers, importers & exporters, traders, distributors, and suppliers of meat speciation testing kits, and other related consumables

Phosphine Fumigation Market to Showcase Continued Growth in the Coming Years

The global phosphine fumigation market has grown exponentially in the last few years. The market size is projected to reach USD 684.19 Million by 2022, at a CAGR of around 5.46% from 2017. Factors such as increase in awareness about advanced modes of application of fumigation technology, increasing insect population due to climatic changes, and phasing out of methyl bromide fumigants are expected to drive the market growth. There is high growth potential in developing markets such as Brazil and India, which provides new development opportunities for market players.

The phosphine fumigation market, on the basis of type, has been segmented into aluminum phosphide, magnesium phosphide, calcium phosphide, and others. The aluminum phosphide segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period. It is used as an alternative for methyl bromide fumigant and is comparatively less costly than methyl bromide. The demand for aluminum phosphide is projected to increase owing to the rapidly growing agrochemical industry. Furthermore, the increased agriculture production has led to increased warehousing facilities, which has fueled the demand and usage of aluminum phosphide to protect the stored agriculture produce.

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The phosphine fumigation market, based on application, has been segmented into stored processed food, raw agricultural commodities, warehouse, and others. The warehouse segment accounted for the largest share of the market in 2016. Warehouses are generally used to store food grains or processed food which is highly susceptible to insect infestations and this is one of the main reasons for the usage of phosphine fumigants which has led to warehouse segments being one of the fastest growing segment in the phosphine fumigation industry. The warehouse segment in the phosphine fumigation market is projected to grow at the highest CAGR from 2017 to 2022.

The market has been segmented on the basis of form. The solid segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR from 2017 to 2022. Solid fumigation is carried out by sprinkling tablets, powders, or pellets of measured quantities of fumigants. Solid fumigants are easy to use, safer than gaseous fumigants, and are less harmful to the environment.

The Europe is one of the key region for the phosphine fumigation market. The technological advancements in storage and farming, as well as increase in the production of cereals and grains drives the growth of European phosphine fumigation market. Countries in this region are focusing on sustainable agriculture to meet the demand for high-quality crops.

This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of leading companies. These leading companies include Cytec Solvay Group (U.S.), United Phosphorus Ltd. (U.S.), Nufarm Limited (Australia), and Degesch America, Inc. (U.S).


Target Audience:
  • Government and research organizations
  • Associations and industrial bodies
  • Traders, distributors, and retailers
  • Agriculture & farming industry
  • Phosphine manufacturers and suppliers
  • Regulatory institutions
  • Food safety agencies
  • Pesticide traders/suppliers