Friday, August 20, 2021

Water Soluble Packaging Market Growth by Emerging Trends, Analysis, & Forecast to 2025

The report "Water Soluble Packaging Market by Raw Material (Polymer, Surfactant, and Fiber), End Use (Industrial, and Residential), Solubility Type (Cold Water Soluble and Hot Water Soluble), Packaging Type, and Region - Global Forecast to 2025" According to MarketsandMarkets, the water soluble packaging market is estimated to be valued at USD 2.8 billion in 2019 and is projected to reach USD 3.7 billion by 2025, recording a CAGR of 5.0%. The rapidly growing environmental and sustainability concerns across the globe and government initiatives to reduce the use of plastics are driving the market for water soluble packaging.




Water Soluble Packaging Market Key Drivers, Restraint & Challenge:

Water soluble packaging is an innovative package type that is used in place of the traditional plastic ones. The usage of plastic or plastic-based products is growing at a fast pace, however, governments across the world are working on curbing its usage. Plastics have become a crucial part of our lives through their applications and strength. The growth in the usage of single use plastics has affected the overall environmental sustainability and has, therefore, been quite a huge challenge for governments to work on.

Key Drivers:
  • Growing environmental and sustainability concerns
  • Usage of water soluble packaging in multiple applications
  • Ban on single-use plastics
Key Restraint and Challenge:
  • Secondary packaging requirements
  • Higher acceptability of bioplastics
Solubility Type in Water Soluble Packaging:

Water soluble packaging solutions are packaging solutions with water soluble and biodegradable characteristics and specifications based on the packaging material solubility. The classification is based on the applications majorly considering agricultural, chemical, and water treatment industries. Due to rise in consumer awareness of the safe usage of hazardous and environment-friendly materials by eliminating non-biodegradable materials for packaging and water-soluble packaging in many countries is gaining traction.
  • Cold Water
  • Hot Water
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Top 10 players in Water Soluble Packaging industry:

The competitive landscape provides an overview of the relative market position of the key players operating in the water soluble packaging market, based on the strength of their project offerings and business strategies, analyzed based on a proprietary model. Key players in the market have majorly adopted strategies such as new product launches, agreements, collaborations, and joint ventures, expansions, and acquisitions.

Some of the major players in the market are:
  • Lithey
  • Mondi Group
  • Sekisui Chemicals
  • Kuraray Co Ltd
  • Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings
  • Aicello Corporation
  • AquapaK Polymers
  • Lactips
  • Cortec Corporation

Wednesday, August 18, 2021

Growth Strategies Adopted by Major Players in the Probiotics in Animal Feed Market

The global probiotics in animal feed market was valued at USD 4.4 billion in 2020. It is estimated to reach about USD 4.8 billion in 2021 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.8%, to reach USD 7.3 billion by 2026. The demand for probiotics in animal feed in fortified foods is projected to remain high due to the increasing awareness about their benefits, and willingness of consumers to purchase premium products incorporated with probiotics in animal feed. The use of probiotics in animal feed has shown positive effects on overall animal health. The market for poultry has been increasing gradually over the past decade with the growing demand for egg and poultry meat across the globe.



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Drivers: Increase in the production of compound feed

With the rise in demand for meat and meat products and the increase in the importance of protein-rich diets among consumers across the globe, the demand for compound feed s is growing in the Asia Pacific, North American, and European countries. The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) estimates that by 2050, the demand for food products would grow by 60%, and that of animal protein would grow by 1.7% per year. The major feed producing countries in the world include China, the US, Brazil, Mexico, Spain, India, and Russia. The demand for chicken and red meat has been growing in these countries, which has also contributed to the growth of the market.

Restraints: International quality standards and regulations for probiotics in animal feed products

International bodies such as the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), US Center of Veterinary Medicine (CVM), World Health Organization (WHO), European Commission (EC), European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA), Natural Health Product Directorate (NHPD), and the National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA) regulate the usage of various additives in feed products and issue stringent regulations for probiotic manufacturers. These organizations control the usage of different chemicals and ingredients used in feed processing.

Poultry segment is projected to be the largest segment in the probiotics in animal feed market during the forecast period.

Due to its low-fat content as compared to beef and veal, the consumption of poultry meat has increased over the years. The US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) banned the usage of antibiotics as feed supplements to help livestock and poultry grow faster. Therefore, prominent players are more focused on providing high-quality probiotics in animal feed for livestock such as poultry.

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Asia Pacific region is projected to account for the largest market size during the forecast period

Developing countries, particularly in the Asia Pacific region, offer high-growth opportunities in the probiotics in animal feed market due to the rise in awareness among consumers to supplement consumption and a high occurrence of various diseases. Related companies are projected to engage in forwarding or backward integration to tap the market opportunities. The production of poultry and cattle meat products is projected to be the highest in countries such as China, and India, which is driving the market for probiotics in animal feed in this region.

This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies along with the product portfolios of leading companies in the probiotics in animal feed market. It includes profiles of leading companies such as Chr. Hansen (Denmark), Koninklijke DSM N.V. (Netherlands), DuPont (US), Evonik Industries (Germany), Land OLakes (US), Mitsui & Co., Ltd. (Japan), Ohly (Denmark), Lesaffre (France), Alltech (US), Novozymes (Denmark), Calpis Co., Ltd. (Japan), Unique Biotech (India), and Pure Cultures (US).

Sustainable Growth Opportunities in the Fats & Oils Market

According to MarketsandMarkets: The global fats and oils market is estimated at USD 236.7 billion in 2021; it is projected to grow at a CAGR of 3.8% to reach USD 285.2 billion by 2026. The market has a promising growth potential due to a plethora of factors, including the rising awareness to use healthier alternatives such vegetable-derived oils among the consumers, increasing health concerns about traditional fats, and increased consumption of processed and baked food items.



Apart from food industry, vegetable fats and oils are also increasingly used for industrial applications, such as soaps, detergents, paints, oleochemicals, the major one of them being biodiesel.

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COVID-19 Impact on the Fats & Oils Market

The supply and demand for fats & oils in the global market has shifted due to the coronavirus crisis, with an increasing uncertainty related to prices. Palm oil, which is the largest type of oil produced globally, faced the impact as demand dropped across the world, trade was disrupted, and production got hampered in Indonesia and Malaysia, according to the top vegetable oils producers, such as Wilmar International and Mehwah Group, which operate in the region. Efforts were being made in many countries to maintain stability in the market. According to the Indonesian Palm Oil Producers Association (GAPKI), exports to China plunged by 57% in January 2019-2020. Governments from countries such as India, China, and the US made exemptions for the sector to continue their businesses with minimal capacity amid the lockdowns. As the production continued, these companies could mitigate the considerable impact by the continuity of operations.

Opportunity: Emerging application of fats and oils as substitutes of trans-fats

Trans-fats are unsaturated fatty acids formed during the hydrogenation of vegetable oils or are found in animal products naturally produced in the gut of grazing animals. Consumption of trans-fat raises the level of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol in the blood. An elevated LDL blood cholesterol level can increase the risk of developing cardiovascular. Trans-fats are found in many food products, such as vegetable shortenings, stick margarine, refrigerated dough products (such as biscuits and cinnamon rolls), snack foods, coffee creamers, cookies, cakes, frozen pies, frozen pizza, and fast food.

Owing to the increased health consciousness among consumers, trans-fats are gradually replaced by a much healthier substitute, namely unsaturated liquid vegetable oils, such as olive, canola, corn, or soy oils.

On the basis of form, liquid oils are projected to witness the highest growth in the market

The liquid form of fats & oils is forecasted to dominate the market. However, the physical characteristics of fats and oils depends upon a lot of factors such as degree of unsaturation, the length of the parent carbon chain, the isomeric forms of the fatty acids, molecular configuration, and processing variables, but it is believed that the liquid oils are more unsaturated and are hence more preferred by the consumers.

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Asia Pacific is projected to be the fastest-growing region in the fats & oils market.

The Asia Pacific region is projected to be the fastest-growing market for fats & oils. The region is home to two important palm and palm kernel oil-producing countries namely Malaysia, and Indonesia: and two major fats & oils consuming countries namely China, and India. This is one of the significant factor which ensures that Asia pacific region is the largest as well as the fastest-growing market in fats & oils.

Key Market Players:

Key global market players offer wide range of fats & oils products in the retail chain. While prominent palm oil producing companies are present in Asia pacific region. The soybean oil producing companies capture the North American market. The key companies in the fats and oils market are Associated British Foods PLC (UK), Archer Daniels Midland Company (US), Bunge Limited (US), Wilmar International Limited (Singapore). Various strategies, such as expansions, mergers & acquisitions, and new product launches, were adopted by the key companies to remain competitive in the fats & oils market.

Recent Developments:

  • In June 2021, Cargill laid out plans to build a new USD 200 million palm oil refinery in Indonesia to accelerate its efforts to develop a sustainable palm supply chain and provide verified deforestation-free products to customers.
  • In May 2021, ADM planned to build its first-ever dedicated soybean crushing and refinery in the US to meet the fast-growing demand from food, feed, industrial, and biofuel customers, including producers of renewable diesel.
  • In December 2018, Richardson International acquired Wesson Oil brand of Conagra Food Inc. which is an iconic edible oil brand in the US. The product offering includes vegetable oils, canola oils, corn, and blended oils which would help Richardson establish a strong foothold in the North American market.

Tuesday, August 17, 2021

Pesticide Inert Ingredients Market Growth Opportunities by 2023

The report "Pesticide Inert Ingredients Market by Type (Emulsifiers, Solvents, and Carriers), Source (Synthetic and Bio-based), Form (Dry and Liquid), Pesticide Type (Herbicides, Insecticides, Fungicides, and Rodenticides), and Region - Global Forecast to 2023", The pesticide inert ingredients market is projected to reach USD 4.7 billion by 2023, from USD 3.5 billion in 2018, at a CAGR of 6.14% during the forecast period. The market is driven by factors such as the increasing demand for specific inert ingredients in pesticide formulation and capability of inert ingredients to improve the efficacy of pesticide application.




Pesticide inert ingredients for the herbicide segment is estimated to have the highest share during the forecast period.

Pesticide inert ingredients are used in herbicide spray solutions to accentuate the emulsifying or other surface modifying properties of liquids. Inert ingredients are mostly present in herbicide treatment solutions with the aim to improve the penetration of active ingredients into plant foliage or to reduce foaming activity of the spray solution. Also, with reference to the herbicides available in the market, the amount of inert ingredients used in herbicide solutions are higher compared to insecticides and fungicides.

High adoption of inert ingredients in the North American region also drives the overall pesticide inert ingredients market. The major use of the formulation of herbicides is in the form of emulsifiers and solvents.

The dry segment in terms of forms of pesticide inert ingredients is projected to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period.

Dry inert ingredients are available in various forms such as wettable powders, dust, granules, and talc. The dry form of inert ingredients is majorly used in the formulation of herbicides and rodenticides. Dry forms of pesticides help in attracting rodents in the fields and thus are preferred in agricultural fields for repelling and skilling rodents. The high share of herbicides in the pesticide industry also drives the market for dry inert ingredients.

Asia Pacific is projected to witness the highest growth in the pesticide inert ingredients market during the forecast period.

The Asia Pacific region is one of the leading consumers of pesticides across regions, even though the region mainly depends on imports for pesticide supply. Inert ingredients are increasingly consumed by pesticide manufacturers at the production facility during the formulation stage, and countries such as India, Thailand, and Vietnam depend on imports for pesticides. Hence, the market for pesticide inert ingredients remains smaller when compared to the Americas and Europe. However, the pesticide inert ingredients market is well-established in developed countries with the increasing establishment of production plants in Asian countries. Due to these factors, the use of inert ingredients along with pesticide application is projected to increase in the future.


Key Market Players:

Major market players in the pesticide inert ingredients market are BASF (Germany), Clariant (Switzerland), DowDuPont (US), Stepan Company (US), and Croda International (UK). BASF SE (Germany), one of the world’s largest chemical companies, operates through seven major segments. With a broad product range, diverse customer base, and operations in more than 80 countries through its joint ventures and subsidiaries, the company has marked its presence on the growth trajectory. DowDuPont is another leading player wherein, Dow Crop Defense focuses on providing inert and additive ingredients, which enhances the effectiveness of pesticides and adjuvant formulations. This, in turn, helps farmers to produce and offer healthier crops. There are some other players in the industry, which are focusing on serving the market with various inert ingredient products and capturing a larger market share such as Eastman Chemicals (US), Solvay (Belgium), Evonik (Germany), Huntsman Corporation (US), Akzonobel (The Netherlands), Royal Dutch Shell (The Netherlands), and LyondellBasell Industries (Netherlands).

Key questions addressed by the report:
  • Which market segments to focus on in the next two to five years for prioritizing efforts and investments?
  • Which region will have the highest share in the pesticide inert ingredients market?
  • Which type of pesticide inert ingredients witnesses high demand in each key country market?
  • What are the trends and factors responsible for influencing the adoption rate of bio-based inert ingredients in key emerging countries?
  • Which are the key players in the market and how intense is the competition?

Probiotic Ingredients Market: Growth by Emerging Trends, Analysis, & Forecast to 2023

The report "Probiotic Ingredients Market by Application (Functional Foods & Beverages, Pharmaceuticals, and Animal Nutrition), Source (Bacteria and Yeast), Form (Dry and Liquid), End-User (Human and Animal), and Region - Global Forecast to 2023", is estimated at USD 268 million in 2018 and is projected to reach USD 402 million by 2023, growing at a CAGR of 8.5% during the forecast period. The market is driven by factors such as the increasing popularity of probiotic dietary supplements and the participation of government bodies in the R&D of probiotics.



By application, the market has been segmented into functional food & beverages, pharmaceuticals, animal nutrition, and others which include cosmetics & personal care products. The pharmaceuticals segment is growing at the highest rate owing to a spike in the number of diseases such as antibiotic-associated diarrhea, inflammatory bowel disease, lactose intolerance, irritable bowel syndrome, vaginal infections, rheumatoid arthritis, liver cirrhosis, and immune enhancement. The intake of dietary supplements for overall improvement in health among consumers would drive the growth of the segment during the forecast period.

By form, the market has been segmented into dry and liquid. The dry form is projected to dominate the market during the forecast period owing to lower costs in transportation when compared with liquid form. The dry form of probiotic ingredients has a higher shelf-life, due to which it is preferred by manufacturers and suppliers.

By end use, the probiotic ingredients market has been segmented into animal and human use. While human use accounts for a larger market share during the forecast period, the usage of probiotic strains in the animal nutrition industry is growing. Probiotic strains are used in feed to enhance the effectiveness of nutrients and show their effects on the gut by aiding in better digestion and reducing the impact of pathogenic bacteria, which causes various diseases in animals. The animals can grow better as the feed is altered in terms of quality and palatability due to its added probiotic content. The aim of probiotic strains is to take care of deficiencies of the natural microflora and provide animals with better resistance against diseases.


Probiotics are gaining popularity in the Asia Pacific market particularly in the animal nutrition segment due to the growing concerns about their health and productivity. The application of probiotic strains is projected to increase due to the consumer demand for application in functional foods and pharmaceutical end products. India offers a huge potential in this region due to the increasing number of pharmaceutical companies involving themselves in the licensing and development of probiotic drugs. China’s growth in terms of sales is attributed to the growing application of probiotics in the infant formula business.

This report includes a study on the marketing and development strategies, along with a study on the product portfolios of the leading companies. It includes the profiles of leading companies such as Kerry (Ireland), DowDuPont (US), Chr. Hansen (Denmark), Biogaia (Sweden), Probi (Sweden), Glac Biotech (Taiwan), Bifodan (Denmark), Lallemand (Canada), UAS Laboratories (US), and Biena (US).

Wednesday, August 11, 2021

Growth Strategies Adopted by Major Players in the Nematicides Market

The report "Nematicides Market by Type (Fumigants, Carbamates, Organophosphates, Bionematicides), Mode of Application (Fumigation, Drenching, Soil Dressing, Seed Treatment), Nematode Type (Root Knot, Cyst), Crop Type, Form, and Region - Global Forecast to 2025", size is estimated to be valued at USD 1.3 billion in 2020 and is expected to reach a value of USD 1.6 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 3.4% during the forecast period. Factors such as the growing demand for biological products and increasing number of product launches catering to the requirement of crop-specific nematodes drive the growth of the market.




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COVID-19 impact on Nematicides market

The nematicides market includes major Tier I and II suppliers like Syngenta AG, Bayer AG, BASF SE, UPL Ltd,FMC Corporation, Marrone Bio Innovations and Isagro S.p.A. These suppliers have their manufacturing facilities spread across various countries across Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, South America, and RoW. COVID-19 has impacted their businesses upto some extent. Though this pandemic situation has impacted their businesses, there is no significant impact on the global operations and supply chain of their nematicides. Multiple manufacturing facilities of players are still in operation.

Driver: Strong demand for high-value crops

High-value agricultural products are generally defined as agricultural products with a high economic value per kilogram (or pound), per hectare, or per calorie, which includes fruits, vegetables, meat, eggs, milk, and fishes. The key factors driving the demand for high-value crops (fruits, vegetables, and plantation crops) are the rise in the income of consumers, rapid urbanization, and the increase in awareness about health benefits associated with fruits & vegetables. Besides, an increase in foreign direct investment (FDI) has led to a surge in the production of high-value crops. The demand for nematodes is mostly found in high-value crops, such as pome fruits, grapes, cotton, tomato, maize, cotton, and other vegetable and ornamental crops, as they improve the crop quality and yield.

Constraint: Pesticide residue problems

One key restraint in the crop protection chemicals market is the pesticide residue problem due to the non-judicious use of pesticides by the farmers. Pesticide residue problems are highly found in the crops grown in developing or under-developed countries. Countries such as Vietnam, Ghana, and the Philippines are known for such low-quality crop production, affected by pesticide residues. Though intensive farming is inevitable without the use of pesticides, farmers in developing countries tend to use excess pesticides, which then damage the crops. Thus, improper use and illegal import-export of pesticides, and lack of proper government regulations have resulted in pesticide residue issues and excessive application of toxic pesticides, thereby hindering the growth of the crop protection chemicals market.

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North America to be the largest market for nematicides during the forecast period.  

The region is a host to some of the major players in the nematicides market such as BASF SE (Germany), Bayer AG (Germany), Syngenta (Switzerland), and Nufarm Ltd (Australia) who actively invest on new product launches that would cater to nematode attacks on field crops such as soybean, corn, and cotton which are majorly produced in countries such as the US and Mexico. The acreage which is being brought under field crops is growing due to increased international and domestic demand for these field crops. The adoption of genetically modified seeds has also increased the cases of nematode infestation on crops such as soybean and corn, thereby driving growth in the market.

Key Market Players:

Some of the major players operating in the market include Bayer AG (Germany),  Syngenta Crop Protection AG (Switzerland), Corteva Agriscience (US), BASF SE (Germany), Adama Agricultural Solutions Ltd (Israel), FMC Corporation (US), Nufarm (Australia), UPL Limited (India), Isagro Group (Italy), Valent USA (US), Chr. Hansen (Denmark), Certis USA LLC (US),  Marrone Bio Innovations (US), American Vanguard Corporation (US), Crop IQ Technology (UK), Real IPM Kenya (Kenya), Horizon Group (India), Agri Life (India), Crop IQ Technology Ltd (UK), and T. Stanes & Company Limited (India).

Brewing Ingredients Market Growth by Emerging Trends, Analysis, & Forecast to 2026

The report "Brewing Ingredients Market by Source (Malt Extract, Adjuncts/Grains, Hops, Beer Yeast, and Beer Additives), Brewery Size (Macro Brewery and Craft Brewery), Form (Dry and Liquid), and Region - Global Forecast to 2026" The brewing ingredients market was valued at USD 34.5 billion in 2021 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.8%, to reach USD 47.9 billion by 2026. The rise in the global population and increasing disposable income in developing economies are creating new avenues for alcoholic beverages.




The brewing ingredients market includes five major sources: malt extract, adjuncts/grains, hops, beer yeast, and beer additives. Malt extract is further bifurcated into standard malt and specialty malt. Specialty malt is sub-segmented into crystal, roasted, dark, and others. Different types of beers are obtained by using different sources of brewing ingredients. For instance, roasted malt is used for producing the porter type of beer. The malt extract segment dominated the global market for brewing ingredients and accounted for a larger share in 2020. Beer additives accounted for the second-largest market share in terms of revenue in 2020.

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COVID-19 Impact on the global brewing ingredients Market

The outbreak of COVID-19 has brought serious medical, social, and economic challenges. It is seen that the majority of the companies operating in the manufacturing sector (53%) expect COVID-19 to impact their operations. The grim expectations have become a reality in the sector due to the rise in oil prices and increasing demand & supply bottlenecks which results in a slowdown of expenditures and rising uncertainty in credit markets. Players across the globe in the food & beverage industry have faced a drastic decrease in the consumption of their products. Due to lockdowns in several parts of the world and restrictions on transportation of commodities, companies are also facing disrupted supply chains. The reduced agricultural production interrupting the raw material supply, lack of workers in manufacturing plants, and disturbances in the distribution system have disrupted supply chains.

Opportunity: Introduction of new flavors in beer

The increase in beverage consumption has led to intense competition amongst beer brands, resulting in the introduction of new flavors and increasing beer consumption. There is a growing popularity for craft beers as it offers various flavors besides the regular flavors offered by macro breweries. The introduction of new ingredients and innovative flavors, combining salty, fruity, and tart flavors, by craft beers, has found an increasing appeal among the millennial crowd globally. Some of the macro brewers are also acting on to respond to these changing demands from consumers. For example, Heineken USA, in 2021, launched Dos Equis Lime & Salt variety pack of lager beer. Similarly, Latambarcem Brewery (India), in 2020, launched a new craft beer brand called Maka di that currently serves four brews: Honey Ale, Belgian Tripel, Bavarian Keller, and Belgian Blanche. The introduction of these new flavors is projected to increase the sales and consumption of beer. Thus, this is anticipated to provide ample opportunities to players operating in the global market.

By brewery size, the craft brewery is estimated to grow at a higher growth rate in the brewing ingredients market.

According to the Brewers Association, an American craft brewer is a small and independent brewer, where small breweries have an annual production of 6 million barrels of beer or less. The craft brewing industry contributed USD 82.9 billion to the US economy in 2019, with more than 580,000 employees. The average alcohol by volume (ABV) content of a craft beer is 5% to 10%, but some of the most popular craft beers have an ABV of as high as 40%. On the other hand, beer produced in bulk by macro breweries has an ABV of 4% to 6% and as little as 2%. Craft breweries offer different flavors, which allow consumers with different tastes to cater to their preferences. These factors are driving the growth of the craft brewery segment in the global market.

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The increasing demand for beers in the Asia Pacific countries drives the region's growth rate at a higher pace.

The Asia Pacific region comprises two high-growth economies: India and China. The drinking preferences of the population in this region are gradually shifting toward alcoholic culture. The large, increasing population and the growing market mean that the demand for brewing ingredients is still promising. Another factor is the densely populated areas that are not completely tapped by beer manufacturing and brewing ingredient companies. Hence, beer produced in macro breweries and craft breweries still has a high-growth rate. Moreover, the increasing spending capacity of consumers has led to a surge in demand for craft beers. There has been an emergence of various craft breweries in countries such as India over the last few years.

The APAC region held the largest share in the brewing ingredients market. The demand for different beers with various flavors and different ABV is driven by economic growth, drinking culture in countries such as Vietnam and South Korea, urbanization, and the rise in the purchasing power of consumers.

Key Market Players:

Key players in this market include major players such as Cargill, Incorporated (US), Angel Yeast Co. Ltd. (China), Boortmalt (Belgium), Malteurop Groupe (France), Rahr Corporation (US), Lallemand Inc. (Canada), Viking Malt (Sweden), Lesaffre (France), Maltexco S.A. (Chile), and Simpsons Malt (UK) . These major players in this market are focusing on increasing their presence through expansions & investments, mergers & acquisitions, partnerships, joint ventures, and agreements. These companies have a strong presence in North America, Asia Pacific, and Europe. They also have manufacturing facilities along with strong distribution networks across these regions.