Growth Strategies Adopted by Major Players in the Plant-based Meat Market

Plant-based meat is a rapidly growing industry, driven by increasing consumer demand for healthier, more sustainable food options. Plant-based Meat Market is expected to generate a revenue of USD 15.7 billion by 2027, with a CAGR of 14.7%, in terms of value between 2022 and 2027. The global market was estimated to be valued at USD 7.9 billion in 2022. Plant-based food products are gaining widespread popularity. The plant-based trend continues to grow, encouraging people to eat more fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, and seeds.

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One of the key drivers of this growth is the increasing awareness of the negative impact of meat production on the environment, as well as the health risks associated with consuming too much meat. Plant-based meat provides a healthier and more sustainable alternative, as it is typically made from ingredients like soy, peas, and wheat, which have a lower environmental impact than traditional meat production.

Another factor driving the growth of the plant-based meat industry is the rise of flexitarians, where consumers are reducing their meat consumption but still want to enjoy the taste and texture of meat. Plant-based meat provides a convenient and tasty option for these consumers.

In terms of opportunities, there are several areas where the plant-based meat industry can continue to grow and innovate. These include:

Improving taste and texture: One of the biggest challenges for plant-based meat companies is creating products that taste and feel like traditional meat. Continued investment in research and development can help improve the taste and texture of plant-based meat, making it more appealing to consumers.

Expanding distribution: While plant-based meat products are becoming more widely available, there is still room for expansion in terms of distribution. This includes increasing availability in grocery stores and restaurants, as well as expanding into new geographic markets.

Developing new products: Beyond burgers and sausages, there are opportunities to develop new plant-based meat products that appeal to a wider range of consumers. This could include plant-based seafood, chicken, and other meat alternatives.

Partnering with foodservice companies: Plant-based meat companies can partner with foodservice companies, such as fast-food chains and caterers, to offer plant-based options on their menus. This can help increase the visibility and acceptance of plant-based meat among a wider audience.

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Overall, the plant-based meat market is a dynamic and rapidly evolving industry with significant growth potential. Continued innovation and investment will be key to unlocking new opportunities and driving the industry forward.

Cocoa and Chocolate Market to Showcase Continued Growth in the Coming Years

The cocoa market is projected to reach USD 26.3 Billion by 2027 growing at a CAGR of 4.5% from 2022 to 2027. The chocolate market is projected to reach USD 160.9 Billion by 2027 growing at a CAGR of 4.7% from 2022 to 2027. The rising demand for cocoa in the food processing industry propels the growth of the cocoa market. The steadily growing awareness of the health benefits of cocoa is a major propellant for the growth of the market.

The key players in cocoa and chocolate market include Mars, Inc. (US), Mondelez International (US), Nestle S.A. (Switzerland), Meiji Holding Co. Ltd.(Japan), Ferrero International(Italy), Olam Group (Singapore), Barry Callebaut(Switzerland), Cargill Incorporated (US), Cocoa Processing Company (Ghana), Archer Daniel Midland (ADM) Company (U.S.), Chocoladefabriken Lindt Sprüngli AG (Switzerland) and Pladis Global(UK) among others.

With the growing awareness about health, an increasing number of consumers are prioritizing their health and following specific diets with specific needs. This propels the demand for dark chocolate with high cocoa and less sugar. Cocoa is the major raw material required to manufacture chocolate. The slightest turbulence in the cocoa market would lead to price fluctuations. According to the International Cocoa Organization, the world’s largest supplier of cocoa is Africa, which accounts for 72% of the global production of cocoa. Ivory Coast and Ghana are the major countries producing cocoa, but these countries are also facing certain issues such as fair-trade discrepancies, environmental issues, spells of government unrest, and reducing labor force as more population is leaving farming as an occupation and opting other professions Therefore, measures such as implementation of National Cocoa Development Plan (NCDP) in the member countries of ICCO are being undertaken to improve the production of cocoa. Initiatives like these gives a promising outlook towards fulfilling the rising demand for cocoa globally. The cocoa chocolate market players are showing trends of pursuing both organic as well as inorganic strategies for their expansion, consolidation, and sustainability in the market. Developments and new product launches in chocolate and rise in the use of cocoa for cosmetics and pharmaceuticals are driving the market and is leading to an increased demand for cocoa.

Mondelez International is one of the leading providers and distributors of high-quality snacks. It provides a wide range of snacking product portfolios to its customers worldwide. The company has its presence in regions such as Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Latin America, and North America. It has operations in over 80 countries. The company’s product category includes beverages, biscuits, chocolate, gum, and candy. Mondelez now owns some of the most famous chocolate and confectionery brands such as Oreo, Milka, Toblerone, TUC, and Cadbury. Other bakery brands include Barni, Club Social, Honey Maid, Enjoy Life Foods, Mikado, Newtons, Nutter Butter, Premium, and Prince.

Nestle S.A. is a leading food beverage company. The company operates in seven major segments: powdered and liquid beverages, water, milk products and ice cream, nutrition and healthcare, prepared dishes and cooking aids, confectionery, and pet care. It produces beverages, chocolates confectionery, culinary, chilled frozen food, milk-based products, ice creams, prepared dishes, and pharmaceutical products. Nestle operates globally, with a presence in Europe, the Americas, Asia, Oceania, and Africa. The company mainly operates through its subsidiaries and has 29 RD facilities worldwide.

Mars Inc. is engaged in the production and marketing of branded confectionery, snack foods, main meal foods, drinks, and pet care products. The company’s major business segments include chocolate, pet care, food, Wrigley gum and confections, drinks, and symbioscience. The strategic decisions made by the company are based on five principles: quality, responsibility, mutuality, efficiency, and freedom. The company is present in more than 74 countries, including Canada, the US, Japan, India, and Russia.

What is the current size of the global Cocoa and chocolate market?

Recent Developments:

1. In May 2022, Blommer chocolate partnered with DouxMatok (Israel/USA), a food tech company to launch chocolate and confectionery products.
2. In March 2022, Hershey Company, launched a crunch cookie chocolate spread in India for the consumer's breakfast.
3. In March 2021, Barry Callebaut opened its third factory in India. The new chocolate factory consists of an RD lab and assembly lines capable of manufacturing various needs of customers – international food manufacturers, local confectioneries, and semi-industrial bakers and patisseries.
4. In March 2021, Cargill has partnered with Nestlé to extend the Nestlé Cocoa Plan (NCP) to benefit its network of cocoa farmers in Sulawesi, Indonesia. Activities include three key NCP pillars: better farming, better lives, and better cocoa.

Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market Growth by Emerging Trends, Analysis, & Forecast

The report "Fruit and Vegetable Processing Market by Product Type (Fresh, Fresh-cut, Canned, Frozen, Dried & Dehydrated, Convenience), Equipment Type, Operation (Automatic, Semi-automatic), Processing Systems & Region – Global Forecast to 2027" The fruit and vegetable processing market is estimated to account for nearly USD 8.7 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach a value of nearly USD 11.8 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 6.4% from 2022. . The growth of the processed fruit and vegetable market is attributed to the increasing trade of ready to eat food among countries such as Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, the UAE, India, and China. Fruit and vegetable processing helps in transforming fresh produce into processed fruits and vegetables with increased shelf life through various physical and chemical techniques. The processed fruit and vegetable is witnessing significant growth due to the increasing consumption of fruits and vegetables in developing countries such as India, China, South Africa, and Brazil, compelling manufacturers to increase production.

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By type, the vegetable segment is estimated to account for the largest share in the processed fruit and vegetable market in 2022. 

On the basis of fruit and vegetables type, the vegetable segment is estimated to dominate the processed fruit and vegetables market in 2022. In recent years, China is being observed as an emerging country in the processed fruit and vegetables market due to the growing demand for healthy, organic and vegan food products.

By product type, the fresh fruit and vegetable segment is projected to be the fastest-growing segment during the forecast period in the processed fruit and vegetables market .

During the forecast period, the fresh fruit and vegetables segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR in the processed fruit and vegetables market, in terms of value. This segment is estimated to grow due to the increasing demand for ready-to-cook produce. Thus, due to the busy consumer lifestyles, demand for convenience food, growth in health awareness, demand for fresh and fresh-cut fruits & vegetables that save preparation time, and convenient storage & longer shelf life are expected to drive the market for processed fruits & vegetables.

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The Asia Pacific is estimated to dominate the processed fruit and vegetables market  in 2022.

The Asia Pacific is estimated to account for the largest market share in the processed fruits & vegetables market in 2022. The fruit & vegetable processing industry in developing economies such as Asia Pacific and South American countries has developed due to factors such increasing number of working women and middle-class population, bulk production of various agricultural products, and government subsidies in countries such as India, coupled with trade liberation

This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of the leading companies in the bakery processing equipment market. It includes the profiles of leading companies such as Conagra brands (US), Greencore group (Ireland), Nestle (Switzerland), Olam International (Singapore), The Kraft Heinz Company (US), Pepsico Inc. (US), AGRANA Group (Austria), Bonduelle (France), Dole Food (US), SVZ International B.V. (US), Sahyadri Farms (India), Diana Group S.A.S. (France) and Raje Agro Food (India)

3D Food Printing Market Growth by Emerging Trends, Analysis, & Forecast

According to MarketsandMarkets, the 3D food printing market is anticipated to experience a significant growth rate of 57.3% and is expected to achieve a market value of almost USD 1,941 million by 2027. The market is estimated to be worth around USD 201 million in 2022.

The global market is highly impacted by innovations, as manufacturers are always introducing new processing techniques to produce complex food products of different shapes and sizes, thereby focusing on catering to the increasing demand from the processed food industry and consumers.

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Development of new machinery and enhancement of the existing ones are the key strategies adopted by many players in the market. In addition, increasing focus on the expansion of facilities, marketing schemes, and information exchange programs to create awareness and enhance the applications of 3D food printer is projected to contribute to the growth of the market.

Drivers: Bourgeoning demand for gourmet food

3D food printing provides the ability to personalize food according to individual needs. The increasing market for customized food is a major reason for the growth of the 3D food printing market. The advancement in technology has made people busier with their work, and they often fail to experience their favorite food due to the shortage of time. This gives rise to the market for customized food; however, the customized food items need to be mixed with appropriate preservatives to keep them fresh. Frequent consumption of preservatives is not good for health in the long run. Thus, 3D food printing technology provides an option to have homemade freshly cooked food for the users.

The commercial segment is estimated to account for the largest share in the global market in 2021

By vertical, the commercial segment is estimated to account for the largest share in the market in 2022. Commercial segment is estimated to witness growth due to major demand of 3D printed food can be served through baking industry, restaurants, confectionaries and retail store. The companies are working on their products to make them more efficient so that they would be able to provide more options for customized food to the customers. For a instance, BeeHex, the company manufacturing the 3D pizza printers, has demonstrated the use of their Chef3D food printer to print pizzas in various shapes. Thus, the ability of 3D food printers to print food in complex designs to provide customized food would drive the market for 3D food printers in coming years with the developments in technology.

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

The market in Asia Pacific is projected to grow at the highest rate with the reducing cost of the technology in the coming year. Countries such as China, South Korea, and Japan are working actively in the 3D food printing market, signifying the promising future for 3D food printing technology in the coming years.

Key Market Players: 

Key players in this market include 3D systems (US), TNO (Netherlands), NATURAL MACHINES (Spain), Choc edge (UK), Systems & Materials Research Corporation (US), byFlow B.V. (Netherlands), beehex (US), CandyFab (US), ZMORPH S.A (Poland) and Wiiboox (China)

Biostimulants Market Growth by Emerging Trends, Analysis, & Forecast

The global biostimulants market is estimated to be valued at USD 3.5 billion in 2022. It is projected to reach USD 6.2 billion by 2027, recording a CAGR of 11.8% during the forecast period. Food and agricultural production systems worldwide are facing unprecedented challenges, from the increasing demand for food for a growing population, rising hunger and malnutrition, adverse climate change effects, overexploitation of natural resources, loss of biodiversity, and food loss and waste. These challenges can undermine the world’s capacity to meet its food needs now and in the future.

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According to FAO, in 2021, organic agriculture will be practiced in 187 countries, and 72.3 million hectares of agricultural land will be managed organically. The global sales of organic food and drinks reached more than USD 103.68 billion in 2019. There is a paradigm shift in India post the COVID-19 pandemic as consumers began to buy more organic foods as a preventive health measure. Organically grown fresh fruit has taken a leading position in international trade. The production and sales of organic food are from developed countries, but even developing countries have begun to produce and export organic foods and products. According to APEDA, India is the leading exporter of organic tea and coffee, spices, and condiments. India also exports organic fruits and vegetables. The rich nutritional value of organic fruits and vegetables is the main reason for their demand in the domestic and global markets. Organic foods have more antioxidants than conventionally grown varieties, making them more beneficial for health, including cancer prevention.

Opportunities: Growing demands for seed treatment

According to MarketsandMarkets insights, there is a growing demand for biostimulant treated seeds globally. The production of high-quality and effective seeds is essential for obtaining a higher crop yield. Biostimulants facilitate an increase of seed vigor during the crucial growth phases, due to which they are being used globally for seed treatment purposes. In addition, many companies have already started exploring this segment with increased investments in R&D activities. The right combination of synthetic crop protection and biological-based seed treatments is proving to be useful. Cotton seedlings were the first to be treated on a large scale with biological solutions in the US in 1999; the industry has grown since. Seed treatment provides an efficient mechanism for enhancing the activity of seeds in the soil environment, where they are appropriately positioned to colonize seedlings and roots and protect them against soil-borne diseases and pests.

Nanoencapsulation Technology to Create New Effective Products is one of the Major Trends

Natural antimicrobials and biostimulants hamper the negative impact of agrochemicals, and their delivery needs a proper carrier system. Nanoencapsulation technologies are widely applied in the field of food and pharmaceuticals and are rapidly taking center stage in agricultural applications. Nanoencapsulation techniques such as those based on lipid-based delivery systems, electro-spinning, electro-spraying, and complex coacervation are being developed. New-generation delivery systems, such as nanostructured lipid carriers, solid lipid nanoparticles, and biological nanocarriers, are proving to be highly effective with their functionalities for entrapping bioactive compounds. With a substantial improvement over conventional agricultural methodologies, these promising nanoencapsulation technologies have tremendous scope for the effective and sustained release of bioactive for precision crop protection and production.

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Europe dominated the biostimulants market and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 11.5% during the forecast period.

Europe accounted for the largest share in the biostimulants market in 2021. An increase in land degradation, the need for quality parameters, and the need for high product yield have strengthened the European regulatory authorities demand for clean and sustainable input solutions. The concept of organic production has also gained popularity among farmers and consumers in the last decade. The need for organic products, such as biostimulants, has seen a rising trend in the EU. This has boosted various European biostimulant companies expanding their global network to reach the untapped market. The region has also launched the ‘European Green Deal’ initiative, which aims to expand the use of sustainable practices, such as precision agriculture, organic farming, agroecology, agroforestry, and stricter animal welfare standards. The new ‘Farm to Fork’ Strategy aims at reducing the environmental and climate footprint of the EU food system, strengthening its resilience, ensuring food security, facilitating the transition toward competitive sustainability from farm to fork, and making use of new business opportunities.

Sustainable Growth Opportunities in the Cocoa and Chocolate Market

According to a research report "Cocoa and Chocolate Market by Type (Dark Chocolate, Milk Chocolate, Filled Chocolate, White Chocolate), Application (Food & Beverage, Cosmetics, Pharmaceuticals), Nature (Conventional, Organic), Distribution and Region - Global Forecast to 2027" published by MarketsandMarkets, the global cocoa market is projected to reach USD 26.3 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 4.5% from 2022 to 2027. The global chocolate market is projected to reach USD 160.9 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 4.7% from 2022 to 2027.

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With the growing awareness about health, an increasing number of consumers are prioritizing their health and following specific diets with specific needs. This propels the demand for dark chocolate with high cocoa and less sugar. Cocoa is the major raw material required to manufacture chocolate. The slightest turbulence in the cocoa market would lead to price fluctuations. According to the International Cocoa Organization, the world’s largest supplier of cocoa is Africa, which accounts for 72% of the global production of cocoa. Ivory Coast and Ghana are the major countries producing cocoa, but these countries are also facing certain issues such as fair trade discrepancies, environmental issues, spells of government unrest, and reducing labor force as more population is leaving farming as an occupation and opting other professions Therefore, measures such as implementation of National Cocoa Development Plan (NCDP) in the member countries of ICCO are being undertaken to improve the production of cocoa. Initiatives like these gives a promising outlook towards fulfilling the rising demand for cocoa globally. The cocoa & chocolate market players are showing trends of pursuing both organic as well as inorganic strategies for their expansion, consolidation, and sustainability in the market. Developments and new product launches in chocolate and rise in the use of cocoa for cosmetics and pharmaceuticals are driving the market and is leading to an increased demand for cocoa.

High Raw Material Prices

Chocolate prices are highly dependent on raw materials. Cocoa and sugar are the most important raw materials in chocolate manufacturing and constitute over 80% of the raw material cost for chocolate production. Hence, the rising cost of raw material will impact the market for chocolate. According to the International Cocoa Organization, the world largest supplier of cocoa is Africa, which accounts for 72% of the global production of cocoa. Ivory Coast and Ghana are the major countries producing cocoa, but these countries are also facing certain issues such as fair trade discrepancies, environmental issues, spells of government unrest, and reducing labor force as more population is leaving farming as an occupation and opting other professions.

Seasonal and Festive-related Sales

Chocolate is considered a traditional gift on special occasions and festivals such as Christmas, Easter, Halloween, and Valentine’s Day in American and European countries, a trend which is now adopted in some Asian countries such as India, China, and Japan. Chocolate sales shoot up during festive seasons. Keeping this seasonal effect of sales in mind, companies trying to venture into developing economies, such as India and China, are focusing on specialty products for traditional festivals such as the Chinese New Year, Raksha Bandhan, and Diwali in India.

Currently, the seasonal and festive sales of chocolate products highly impact the market as a large portion of chocolate products are consumed in this segment. Depending on the situation, they are produced in a variety of shapes, sizes, colors, and product materials. Thus, this high demand for chocolates and its products during festivals would enhance the market for cocoa and chocolate.

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North America dominated the Cocoa and chocolate market, and is projected to grow with a CAGR of 4.43% during the forecast period (2022 - 2027)

The key players in the North American Cocoa and chocolate market include Mondelez international (US), Blommer chocolate (US), Hershey (US) and Mars Inc. (US). The rising demand for chocolate in North America enhances the growth of cocoa simultaneously in the region as it is the key raw material used in the production of chocolate. Moreover, the increasing demand for chocolate among consumers triggers the demand for cocoa butter as it provides the chocolate with its melt-in-the-mouth texture.

The U.S. accounted for the highest chocolate consumption and production in the North American region. In Canada, chocolate is becoming more expensive due to the rising cost of raw materials, particularly sugar but the rising popularity of giving chocolates as gifts, Canada is likely to see a significant increase in the acceptability of pricey chocolates in the upcoming years. The Mexican chocolate market is expanding as a result of rising disposable income, booming foreign investment, and an increase in annual chocolate events like the Mexico Chocolate Expo.

Lecithin & Phospholipids Market to Showcase Continued Growth in the Coming Years

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.

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Drivers: Growing demand for natural food additives and increasing consumers awareness about clean-label products

Increase in consumer awareness about the ill effects of the consumption of chemical ingredients and the presence of natural or organic ingredients as alternatives in the market drive the demand for natural fruit & vegetable additives. “Additive-free” and “natural” have become part of a consumer’s checklist while buying food & beverage products.

Ingredient labelling has become mandatory in developed economies such as the US and EU countries due to the rising consumer awareness. Consumers look for natural ingredients and products that taste good and have fewer calories. Although artificial or non-organic ingredients have found approval among consumers and have gained a significant market presence, there is a need to replace these artificial ingredients with natural alternatives.

The demand for natural food additives is increasing, owing to which manufacturers are launching various products with natural ingredients that can provide an advantage to drive consumption. As lecithin, a type of food emulsifier, is of natural origin, it is poised to witness an increase in adoption by the industry, thereby driving its market growth.

By application, feed is the largest segment in lecithin market in 2021.

The feed segment is estimated to dominate the lecithin market in 2022. This segment is estimated to be the largest, and this trend is expected to continue through the forecast period owing to factors such as a shift in preference to protein-rich diets in emerging economies such as China and increasing demand for soy lecithin in the feed segment. Moreover, fluid lecithin works as a milk replacer where the feed is administered in liquid form to the animals.

By nature, GMO is the largest segment in lecithin market in 2021.

The GMO segment is estimated to dominate the lecithin market in 2022. GM oilseeds such as soybean, sunflower, and rapeseed are used for extracting lecithin, a natural emulsifier utilized in various industries. Today, 90% of commercially available lecithin is extracted from soy and sunflower. Lecithin has a dual function in food as an emulsifier and healthy ingredient. Because of its lipid-friendly and hydrophilic properties, lecithin is used in many foods and other areas of the industry.

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

Asia Pacific accounted for 33.9% of the lecithin market in 2021. In the Asia Pacific region, lecithin is gaining popularity due to busy lifestyles, urging consumers to opt for on-the-go and RTE products. The demand for lecithin is expected to increase in the coming years due to the growing population and increasing per-capita income of consumers, based on a World Bank report. Moreover, export opportunities of non-GMO lecithin from countries such as India to the European market are expected to drive the lecithin market in the region.

Key Market Players:

Key players in this market include 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).