Meat Substitutes Market Outlook

The rise in production of processed meats has given rise to new sicknesses. Meat substitutes or meat alternatives are foods that imitate the flavor and texture of meats. Laws that restrict the consumption of meat in some religions have given the production of meat alternatives a boost. The global meat substitutes market report by Market Research Future (MRFR) encompasses a list of trends, drivers, restraints, and opportunities proving to be a valuable read for investors.

As per MRFR, The Meat Substitutes Market Size was valued at USD 5.15 billion in 2021. The meat substitutes market industry is projected to grow from USD 5.51 Billion in 2022 to USD 8.84 billion by 2030, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.00% during the forecast period (2022 - 2030). Nowadays, meat substitutes are going mainstream steadily due to the decreasing demand for Meat among some specific group of people in the globe. Recently, the global food sectors have been actively looking forward to the expansion of the meat substitute category by monitoring and developing new initiatives. Hence, the investment has increased in meat substitute products in the ongoing period.

New product launches and extended offerings by meat analog manufacturers to reach a wide consumer base are expected to spur market growth. Rising sentiment and sympathy towards animals and increasing activism are predicted to work favorably for the meat substitutes market.

However, the high price of vegan foods compared to other foods can impede the market.

Covid-19 Impact analysis

As per the Market Forecast report, the global meat substitutes market research has been impacted because of the ongoing global pandemic. During the covid-19 period, the value chain and the supply chain were disrupted. This has resulted in the loss of investments and production. In addition, the meat substitutes market has faced a shortage of raw materials, productions, and workforce.

In the later period, the market has engaged its new strategies and safety measures to combat the coronavirus outbreak. In the current period, the global market is accounted to hold the significant Meat Substitutes Market Share in the research period.

Competitive Landscape Analysis

In the market Trends, the prominent Key Meat Substitutes Market Players are essential role in enhancing the market value and revenue in the forecast period. These prominent key players of the meat substitutes market are:   Beyond Meat, AMY's Kitchen Inc., Garden Protein International Inc., Quorn Foods Inc, MorningStar Farms L.C., Schouten Europe B.V., Sunfed Ltd, VBites Foods Ltd., Blue Chip Group

Segmentation Analysis

The meat substitutes market report is segmented by product type, source, category, and distribution channel.

By type, it is segmented into tofu tofu products, tempeh, textured vegetable protein (TVP), seitan, Quorn, other soy-based products, and other meat substitute products. The textured vegetable protein segment was the largest in 2017 and will retain its top position in the coming years. Its derivation from soy combined with its popularity among vegans can drive the segment growth. On the other hand, seitan is presumed to exhibit a 6.87% CAGR during the forecast period.

By source, it is segmented into mycoprotein, wheat, soy, and others. The soy segment is anticipated to grow at a robust rate during the forecast timespan. Health benefits such as reduction of obesity due to consumption and application in snacks are likely to boost the segment valuation.

By category, it is segmented into ambient, refrigerated, and frozen. The frozen segment holds close to 50% market share and will continue to dominate till the end of the forecast period. This can be attributed to the availability of frozen vegan products. On the flip side, the refrigerated segment can showcase the cultured meat market fastest growth rate till 2023 due to new launches by companies.

By distribution channel, it is segmented into store-based and non-store-based. The store-based channel holds a share above 70% currently. This can be attributed to retail stores and hypermarket chains keeping vegan products in stock for customers. On the other hand, the non-store-based segment can showcase a 7.36% CAGR till 2023 due to the convenience offered by e-commerce stores.

Regional Analysis

Asia Pacific (APAC), Latin America, the Middle East Africa (MEA), North America, and Europe are regions covered in the global meat substitutes market report.

North America and Europe are major regions of the global plant-based meat substitutes market trends. The former can contribute to market revenue by offering a plethora of meat substitutes and the decision of consumers to shift to veganism to reduce obesity levels. Awareness created via advertisements and posters can induce market demand in the region. The latter can exhibit a strong growth rate due to the rise of veganism and the large consumer population’s awareness of meat substitutes.

On the other hand, the APAC region can display a 7% CAGR during the assessment period due to a large vegetarian population, rise in purchasing power, and urbanization.