Wednesday, March 23, 2022

Sustainable Growth Opportunities in the Pea Processed Ingredients Market

The report "Pea Processed Ingredients Market by Type (Pea protein (Isolates, Concentrates and Textured), Pea starch, Pea fiber, Pea Flour), Application (Food & Beverages), Source (Yellow split peas, chickpeas, and lentils), and Region - Global Forecast to 2026", is estimated at USD 3.1 billion in 2021; it is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.1% to reach USD 5.0 billion by 2026.




Pea protein is an ingredient produced from a variety of sources, such as yellow split peas, chickpeas, and lentils. It is an ingredient that is neutral in taste and has an array of applications in the food & beverage and health supplement industries. Pea protein is extracted in the form of isolates, concentrates, and textured. There is an increasing opportunity for pea processed ingredient manufacturers from the food & beverage and supplements markets. These markets seem to develop and formulate new products and technologies using pea protein, pea starch, pea fiber, and pea flour as a raw material, causing to innovate and implement groundbreaking products with an array of applications.


Pea protein powder is highly beneficial to humans, as it is allergen-friendly, easily digestible, contains eight amino acids necessary for the human body, naturally cholesterol-free and gluten-free, and contains BCAAs. Consumers these days are now becoming aware of the benefits provided by plant-based sources, which are mostly organic by nature and are preferred over the conventional synthetically made source. Pea processed ingredients provides gluten-free solutions to food manufacturers with other nutritional benefits, such as low-fat, low-calorie, lactose-free, and allergen-free solutions. The use of gluten-free solutions in the production of bakery products helps in reducing the fat content, improving cholesterol levels, increasing the metabolic rate, and promoting healthy digestion.

Pea proteins sub-segment in by type segment is estimated to account for the largest share in the pea processed ingredients market.

The pea protein subsegment holds a dominant position in the pea processed ingredients market by type. This is due to the high protein content offered by isolates as well as their use in a wide array of applications, including plant-based meat and performance nutrition. In terms of volume, pea flour segment dominated the market owing to lower price and easy extrusion process compared to the other types.

In by application segment, the beverages sub-segment is projected to account for the fastest market growth in the pea processed ingredients market.

Considering the growing population of lactose-intolerant consumers and a general paradigm shift of consumers seeking dairy alternatives, manufacturers have directed their efforts toward producing non-dairy alternatives that are allergen-free. Pea proteins are allergen-friendly and are devoid of any genetic modification. Drinks such as soups, juices, smoothies, and meal replacer drinks are now available being fortified with dietary fibers. They increase the viscosity and stability of the drink as well as the shelf life of the beverages. These beverages are of low caloric content but with similar taste and improved texture. It is used as an alternate source of sugar for confectionery products, and hence, is popular among health-conscious consumers.

The yellow peas sub-segment by the source is projected to account for the largest market share of the pea processed ingredients market over the forecast period.

Yellow peas are among the most preferred sources of pea by product manufacturers. This is due to the functionality and adaptability of peas into different product types, which is driving the demand for yellow peas across different products, such as plant-based meat, beverages, and even functional foods, and performance nutrition. The high protein content offered by yellow split peas makes it ideal for manufacturing pea protein isolates.


North America is estimated to dominate the global pea processed ingredients market over the forecast period.

Consumers in the North American region are gradually shifting their diet preferences and are going vegan due to the health and wellness benefits associated with it. This paradigm shift in food culture is being supported by health & fitness industries, medical communities, celebrities, and athletes, which has bolstered the demand for pea-based food ingredients. The rising incidences of obesity, cardiovascular diseases, and diabetes among the American population have also prompted consumers to adopt vegan diets.

Key Market Players:

The key players in this market include Emsland Group (Germany), COSUCRA Groupe Warcoing SA (Belgium), Roquette Frères (France), Vestkorn Milling AS (Norway), Ingredion Incorporated (US), Axiom Foods, Inc (US), and Felleskjøpet Rogaland Agder (Norway). These players in this market are focusing on increasing their presence through agreements and collaborations. 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.

Tuesday, March 22, 2022

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" The global nematicides market size is estimated to be valued at USD 1.3 billion in 2019 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 an increasing number of product launches catering to the requirement of crop-specific nematodes drive the growth of the market.




Nematicides infestation is difficult to detect, is often attributed to other causes and its damage is often underestimated. Massive phase-out of active ingredients used to control nematodes such as methyl bromide and aldicarb would also drive for the adoption of new innovative control measures. Growing environmental concerns associated with the use of chemicals to control nematodes have paved way for the adoption of biological control. New farming practices such as no-tillage, and reduced tillage farming, along with increased soil degradation leading to decreased efficacy have resulted in an increase in the infesatation of nematodes. These trends are expected to increase the demand for nematicides, globally.

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By type, bionematicides are projected to be the fastest-growing segment in the nematicides market during the forecast period

With the increasing awareness among consumers about the importance of organic foods, the adoption of sustainable agriculture and integrated pest management solutions has increased. This has led to the demand for biocontrol products such as pheromones, biofungicides, biopesticides, and bionematicides. A number of major players in the market such as Marrone Bio Innovations (US) and Valent BioSciences (US) are introducing bionematicide solutions for seed treatment. These factors have paved the way for the high growth rate in the bionematicides market.

By crop type, vegetables are projected to dominate the nematicides market.

The vegetables segment is projected to hold the largest market share owing to the increasing cases of infestation on vegetables such as potatoes, tomatoes, peas, cauliflower, and carrots, by nematode species such as root-knot, lesion, and cyst nematodes. The increasing acreage being brought under vegetable cultivation and the growing demand for organic vegetables drive the growth of this segment.

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Asia Pacific is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period

The market for nematicides is projected to grow at the highest CAGR in the Asia Pacific region owing to the growing nematode infestation in vegetables such as tomatoes, potatoes, carrots, peas, and cauliflower in the major vegetable-growing countries such as China and India. The regulatory scenario in the Asia Pacific region is comparatively more favorable for the launch of nematicides as compared to that of Europe and North America. There is also growing awareness among farmers about the use of bionematicides since the market for organic farming, and sustainable agriculture is growing with more consumers demanding organic fruits & vegetables.

This report includes a study on the marketing and development strategies, along with a study on the product portfolios of the leading companies operating in the nematicides market. It consists of the profiles of leading companies such as 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), and T. Stanes & Company Limited (India).

Growth Strategies Adopted by Major Players in the Lecithin & Phospholipids Market

According to MarketsandMarkets "Lecithin & Phospholipids Market by Source (Soy, Sunflower, Rapeseed, Egg), Type (Fluid, De-Oiled, Modified), Application (Feed, Food (Confectionery Products, Convenience Food, Baked Goods) Industrial, Healthcare), Nature & Region - Global Forecast to 2027", the Lecithin & phospholipids market size is estimated to be valued at USD 5.5 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach USD 7.5 billion by 2027, recording a CAGR of 6.3% during the forecast period in terms of value. The market is driven by shifting consumer preferences to the natural and healthy food products. Moreover, it has also witnessed that the increasing vegan and flexitarian population across the globe is promoting the plant-based and natural ingredients in food products. These consumer trends are anticipated to fuel the demand for Lecithin & phospholipids in the global market over foreseeable future.





Soy was the largest source segment in the global lecithin & phospholipids market and is expected to maintain the dominance over the forecast period

Soy based Lecithin & phospholipids are the wide consumed across different applications including animal feed, food & beverage, industrial, and healthcare. The ample availability of soy crop and easy extraction process makes the soy lecithin more convenient to the manufacturers in different industry. A wide range of regular food items contains soy lecithin such as bread, ice creams, infant products, dairy products, and some convenience food.

De-oiled segment is anticipated to be the fastest-growing lecithin & phospholipids type segment across the globe over the forecast period

De-oiled Lecithin or powdered Lecithin has almost no oil. It is practically free of oil and contains a particularly high concentration of polyunsaturated fatty acids. The powder lecithin is a more compact, easy-to-handle concentrated lecithin product which makes is perfect for transportation and store with higher shelf-life than liquid Lecithin. In addition to its improved functional properties, de-oiled lecithin products are essentially ready nutraceuticals with immense nutritional benefits for consumers.

Animal feed was the largest application segment for the lecithin & phospholipids market and anticipated to maintain the dominance over the forecast period.

Lecithin is one of the important ingredient used to enrich fat, protein, and improves palletization in animal feed. Various studies have shown that crustaceans & fish cannot adequately synthesize the phospholipids they require for maximum performance. Therefore, phospholipids are recommended in their diet. In 2016, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) approved the use of Lecithin in the feed for all animal species. This has created opportunities for manufacturers at a global level.


Asia Pacific is anticipated to be the fastest-growing region in the Lecithin & phospholipids market over the forecast period

The thriving food industry in developing economies as well as world’s top two most populous Asian countries including China and India which comprises a wide variety of bakery products, meat, dairy, and convenience foods is anticipated to fuel the demand for Lecithin & phospholipids. Moreover, growing popularity and adoption of food trends like veganism and natural plant-based foods among consumers is anticipated to promote the demand for Lecithin & phospholipids in the regional market.

This report includes a study on the marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of leading companies. It consists of profiles of leading companies, such as Cargill (US), ADM (US), DuPont (US), IMCD Group B.V. (US), Bunge Limited (US), STERN-WYWIOL GRUPPE (Germany), Wilmar International Ltd. (Singapore), Sonic Biochem (India), Avril Group (France), American Lecithin Company (US), and VAV Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd. (India).

Monday, March 21, 2022

Functional Proteins Market to Showcase Continued Growth in the Coming Years

The report "Functional Proteins Market by Type (Whey Protein Concentrates, Isolates, Hydrolysates, Casein, Soy Protein), Source (Animal, Plant), Form (Dry, Liquid), Application and Region – Trends and Forecast to 2025", According to MarketsandMarkets, the global functional proteins market size is estimated to be valued at USD 4.6 billion in 2020 and projected to reach USD 6.1 billion by 2025, recording a CAGR of 5.6% during the forecast period.





The demand for functional proteins is increasing significantly owing to the shift in consumers’ food-related preferences and the rising prevalence of chronic diseases. Rising health awareness and increase in disposable income across the globe are key factors that are driving the growth of the functional proteins market. The millennial population is capturing a large share of the market as the ongoing health and wellness trend ergo the surging internet penetration is altering consumer preferences and moving towards adapting protein-infused functional foods into their diets in order to maintain quality of life.

The functional food segment, by application, is projected to witness significant growth during the forecast period.

The deficiency of proteins in adults is one of the key factors that have led to the rise in the consumption of functional food products among adults. This deficiency is mainly due to the untimely schedules and hectic lifestyles of consumers, which leads to unhealthy eating habits and irregular diets. As a result, there is a demand for healthy, on-the-go functional food products which significantly reduce consumption time while providing essential nutrition.


The North American region dominates the functional proteins market with the largest share in 2020.

North America is projected to hold the largest share in the functional proteins market. This dominance is driven by the prevalence of chronic diseases due to the hectic lifestyles and increasing awareness among consumers regarding the health benefits of consuming functional proteins. Also, obesity is on the rise among the North American population, especially the US. According to the CDC, in the US, the obesity prevalence was 39.8% and affected about 93.3 million adults between 2015 and 2016. Such factors are projected to drive the growth of the functional proteins market.

This report includes a study on the marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of leading companies. It consists of profiles of leading companies, ADM (US), DuPont (US), Cargill (US), Ingredion (US), Arla Foods (UK), Roquette (France), BASF (Germany), Glanbia (Ireland), Fonterra (New Zealand), DSM (Netherlands), FrieslandCampina (Netherlands), Essentia Protein Solutions (UK), Amai Proteins (Israel), Mycorena (Sweden), Merit Functional Foods (Canada), Plantible Foods (US), BENEO (Germany), ProtiFarm (Gelderland), and Omega Protein (US).

Latest Regulatory Trends Impacting the Biological Seed Treatment Market

The global biological seed treatment market is estimated to be valued at USD 0.9 billion in 2020 and is projected to reach USD 1.7 billion by 2025, recording a CAGR of 11.9%.The market is influenced by the adoption of sustainable agricultural practices, along with strong investments being made by major market players in the research and development of these products. The agricultural and environmental benefits associated with these biological seed treatment solutions are the major factors contributing to the growth of this market globally. Beneficial microorganisms and plant extracts are projected to act as important tools that could help reduce the usage of synthetic fertilizers and chemical pesticides, thereby reducing the investments by farmers and environmental risks.




Driver: Environmental concerns associated with chemical seed treatment

The demand for biological seed treatment has significantly increased as a result of high awareness of their potential and the growing attention to the environmental and health risks associated with conventional chemicals. Chemical seed treatments are detrimental to the environment and pose a serious risk to pollinators. The neonicotinoid class of insecticides is considered highly toxic to honeybees. Microorganisms employed as active substances in pest management are recognized as generally safe for the environment and non-target species, in comparison with synthetic chemicals.

By crop type, the soybean segment is projected to be the fastest-growing segment in the seed treatment market during the forecast period.

The soybean crop requires significant exposure to nitrogen for growth and development, which can be supplied through biological fixation by seed inoculants. Hence, the market for biological seed treatment in soybean is projected to grow at the fastest rate during the forecast period. Bio-nematicide seed treatments help protect the roots from soybean cyst nematode (SCN) feeding by parasitizing the nematode, inhibiting nerve transmission, or creating a protective barrier around the roots to repel nematodes.

By type, the microbials segment is projected to dominate the seed treatment market during the forecast period.

The biological seed treatment market, by type, has been segmented into microbials, botanicals, and others (biofermentation products and natural polymers & derivatives). The microbials industry dominated the market in 2020, due to the increasing demand for microbial seed treatments, in field crops such as soybean and corn.

Many key companies, such as Bayer AG (Germany), Syngenta Group (Switzerland), and Corteva Agriscience (US), offer innovative biological seed treatment solutions for controlling seed and soil-borne diseases in a broad range of crops. This exponential growth in this North America region is attributed to government subsidies, increasing need to improve and protect food production, and rising awareness of biological seed treatment.


North America is projected to be the fastest-growing market

The major reason for the biological seed treatment market experiencing such a high growth rate is the highly streamlined product registration process, which makes it easier for most private companies to launch their products easily. Lower investment requirements and limited gestation period involved in the development and commercialization of biological products are key factors attracting a large number of startup companies in the industry. Additionally, growing awareness among consumers against synthetic chemicals has also led to higher adoption of these products.

This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of leading companies. It also includes the profiles of leading companies such as BASF SE (Germany), Bayer AG (Germany), Syngenta Group(Switzerland), Corteva Agriscience (US), Valent BioSciences (US), Verdesian Life Sciences (US), Plant Health Care (US), Precision Laboratories (US), Koppert Biological Systems (Netherlands), Italpollina (Italy), Marrone Bio Innovation (US), Certis Europe (Netherlands), UPL Limited (India), Novozymes A/S (Denmark), IPL Biologicals (India), Rizobacter (Argentina), Bioworks, Inc (US), Advanced Biological Marketing (US), Kan Biosys (India), and Incotec (Netherlands).

Thursday, March 17, 2022

Dairy Testing Market to Witness Unprecedented Growth in Coming Years

The report "Dairy Testing Market by Type (Safety (Pathogens, Adulterants, Pesticides), Quality), Technology (Traditional, Rapid), Product (Milk & Milk Powder, Cheese, Butter & Spreads, Infant Foods, ICE Cream & Desserts, Yogurt), and by Region - Global Forecast to 2026" The global dairy testing market is estimated to be valued at USD 5.5 billion in 2021 and is projected to reach a value of USD 8.1 billion by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 8.2% during the forecast period. Increase in consumer awareness regarding the safety and quality of food products, stringent regulations imposed by the regulatory bodies, and increase in the global dairy trade, have been driving the global dairy testing market.




Impact of Covid-19 on Dairy Testing Market

The COVID-19 pandemic is projected to have a significant impact on the food (dairy) market, as it has highlighted the significance of safe, healthy, and nutritive eating. Food security, food safety, and food sustainability have been considerably affected during the Covid-19 pandemic. The use of e-commerce to order deliveries of groceries and restaurant meals has risen sharply. Restaurant operators with established drive-thru and pick-up operations have fared much better than those without. Consumer behavior related to the food consumed saw sharp shifts, with a higher preference for safety and quality. These have further propelled the manufacturers to assess the safety parameters of their food products to be able to sustain their product values in the market.

Opportunities: Technological advancements in the testing industry

The focus on reducing lead time, sample utilization, cost of testing, and drawbacks associated with several technologies have resulted in the development of new technologies in spectrometry and chromatography. The wide-scale adoption of these technologies provides an opportunity for medium- and small-scale laboratories to expand their service offerings and compete with large market players in the industry, as these technologies offer benefits such as higher sensitivity, accurate results, reliability, multi-contaminant, and non-targeted screening with low turnaround time. The dairy testing market is witnessing several technological innovations with major players offering newer, faster, and more accurate technologies such as LC (Liquid Chromatography), HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography), and ICP-MS (Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry).

By technology, the rapid technology segment is projected to dominate the dairy testing market during the forecast period.

The rapid technology segment is estimated to dominate the dairy testing market in 2021 and is projected to record higher growth during the forecast period. Rapid technology offers low turnaround time, higher accuracy and sensitivity, and the capacity to test a wide range of contaminants as compared to traditional technology; this is driving the dairy testing market for rapid technology.


The rising demand for dairy testing in the European markets has created opportunities for dairy testing service providers.

The Europe region is the dominant market for dairy testing and is expected to experience the fastest growth only second to Asia-Pacific. The major producers of milk in the EU region are Germany, France, Poland, the Netherlands, Italy, and Spain. Together these countries account for around 70% of the total milk production. Globalization has increased the international trade of milk and dairy products and has had a major impact on global dairy supply. However, the increase in trade has resulted in higher risk of contaminated milk and dairy products reaching dairy producers and processors, and end consumers in distant markets due to instances of cross-contamination, exposure to toxins, microorganisms, and other contaminants. Manufacturers have been using dairy testing services to ensure safety and quality of their products and to comply to the international standards

This report includes a study on the marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of the leading companies operating in the dairy testing market. It includes the profiles of leading companies such as SGS SA (Switzerland), Bureau Veritas (France), Eurofins (Luxembourg), Intertek (UK), TÜV SÜD (Germany), TÜV NORD GROUP (Germany), ALS Limited (Australia), Mérieux NutriSciences (US), Neogen Corporation (US), Romer Labs (Austria), Microbac Laboratories (US), AsureQuality (New Zealand).

Latest Regulatory Trends Impacting the Meal Replacement Market

According to MarketsandMarkets "Meal Replacement Market by Product Type (Ready-to-Drink, Bars, Powder), Distribution Channel (Offline and Online), and Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and RoW) - Global Forecast to 2026", the global meal replacement market size is estimated to be valued at USD 11.9 billion in 2021 and is projected to reach USD 15.5 billion by 2026, recording a CAGR of 5.4% during the forecast period in terms of value. It is driven by increasing prevalence of obesity and diabetes coupled with the increasing population of health-conscious consumers and changing consumer lifestyle and availability of convenient nutritious meal in the form of meal replacement.


Drivers: Increasing prevalence of obesity and diabetes coupled with the increasing population of health-conscious consumers

The population of obese people is increasing globally and has tripled since 1975. Obesity being one of the largest health problems, has shifted from being the most common problem in developed countries to countries with all income levels. Owing to the rising cases of obesity, individuals are adopting meal replacement plans as an effective tool for weight loss. Obesity increases the risk of diabetes, cardiovascular mortality, dyslipidemia, and hypertension, among others. Meal replacement weight management solutions are suitable for the long-term as they help in losing more weight compared to other interventions.

Additionally, the increasing awareness regarding healthy lifestyles is projected to drive the global meal replacement market. There is an increasing trend and adoption of a nutritious diet to replace regular meals with convenient and easy options such as meal replacements.

Opportunities: Growth of the meal replacement market from emerging economies

The emerging economies are witnessing a surge in spending for nutritious food, which is attributed to the growing awareness among consumers. The growth of meal replacement across emerging geographies is also owing to the rising obesity rates, an increase in sedentary lifestyle, aging population, and increased interest in health and nutrition. Furthermore, countries such as India, Australia, and Japan are witnessing a rise in the development of lifestyle diseases such as cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, and osteoporosis. Additionally, countries in the Asia Pacific region have registered high growth rates for overweight and obesity. Similarly, obesity has become one of the rising health concerns across South America. In 2021, Brazil had approximately 15,733.6 thousand people with diabetes, which is expected to reach 23,223.6 thousand by 2045. These geographies with a rising prevalence of chronic diseases are anticipated to create opportunities for the market players of meal replacement to expand their business across new markets.

By distribution channel, the offline segment is projected to dominate the meal replacement market during the forecast period

By distribution channel, the offline segment is estimated to dominate the market in 2021 and is anticipated to maintain its dominance throughout the forecast period. The large share of the offline distribution channel is attributed to the high distribution of meal replacement products through hypermarkets and supermarkets.


By region, Asia Pacific is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period

The consumption of meal replacement is increasing in the Asia Pacific region due to the increase in the demand from the health-conscious young population across countries such as China, Japan, Australia, and India. The rising consumption of on-the-go food products, changing dietary preferences, and increasing impact of western dietary patterns have led to the increased demand for meal replacement in most developing countries.

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Key players in this market include Abbott Laboratories (US), Glanbia (Ireland), Amway (US), Herbalife Nutrition (US), Nestle (Switzerland), Atkins (US), Huel (UK), Kellogg Co. (US), Skin Enterprises Inc. (US) and USANA Health Sciences Inc. (US).