Starter Culture Market 2023

Industry Size, Regions, Emerging Trends, Growth Insights, Opportunities, and Forecast By 2033

Starter Culture Market by Type (Bacteria, Yeast, and Molds), by Application (Dairy Products, Alcoholic Beverages, Non-Alcoholic Beverages, and Others), by Region (North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Middle East & Africa (MEA)) – Global Share and Forecast to 2030

Region: Global | Format: Word, PPT, Excel | Report Status: Ongoing

According to the Market Statsville Group (MSG), the Global Starter Culture Market size is expected to grow from USD 1,347.8 million in 2022 to USD 2,053.6 million by 2033, at a CAGR of 5.7% from 2023 to 2033.

The global starter culture market is expected to expand as demand for fermented dairy products such as yogurt and cheese rises. Several yogurt-related innovations have increased demand for starter cultures, and manufacturers are investigating the multifunctional properties of these products. Technological advancements have also aided in the spread of starter cultures across various industries. The addition of starter cultures provides a foundation for ensuring that products are produced consistently while maintaining quality.

Global Starter Culture Market Definition

Starter cultures are collections of many cells, either of one type or a combination of more excellent microorganisms, that can be introduced to ingredients to benefit from the compounds or products derived from their metabolism or enzymatic activity. Because starter cultures carry out fermentation processes in meal manufacturing, their use in the food industry is expected to grow globally. This has resulted in the commercialization of numerous items such as bioprotective cultures, starters, or probiotics to provide ingredients with distinct sensory and dietary properties, capacity fitness advantages, and ensure food safety.

COVID-19 Impact on the Global Starter Culture Market 

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on many industries, including the starter culture industry. Starter cultures are used in the production of fermented foods and beverages such as yogurt, cheese, bread, beer, and wine. One of the major impacts of COVID-19 on the starter culture industry has been disruptions to supply chains. Restrictions on travel and trade have made it difficult for companies to obtain the raw materials they need to produce starter cultures. In addition, lockdowns and social distancing measures have led to reduced production capacity and staffing shortages, which have further impacted the supply chain.

Another impact of COVID-19 on the starter culture industry has been changes in consumer behavior. As people spend more time at home and have fewer opportunities to dine out, there has been an increased demand for home cooking and baking. This has led to increased demand for starter cultures for homemade sourdough bread, yogurt, and other fermented foods. The pandemic has also led to increased focus on food safety and hygiene, which has led to changes in production practices. Companies in the starter culture industry have had to implement new measures to ensure the safety and quality of their products.

Overall, the COVID-19 pandemic has had a mixed impact on the starter culture industry. While disruptions to supply chains and production have presented challenges, increased demand for homemade fermented foods has created new opportunities for growth.

Global Starter Culture Market Dynamics

Drivers: Starter Cultures Provide Health Benefits

Fermented dairy products are becoming more popular as an essential component of a healthy diet. The health benefits of fermented foods are due to the interaction of ingested live microorganisms with the host. Fermented dairy products have long been considered an essential component of a healthy diet. Historically, the fermentation process caused a delayed and unpredictable sourness of milk caused by naturally occurring microbes in milk. However, in less-regulated environments, current microbiological techniques have produced a variety of fermented milk products with higher nutritional value. These items are an important component of functional foods. Extensive research is being carried out to develop dairy products that incorporate probiotic organisms to increase their value.

Potential health benefits can be introduced to meat products by using probiotic starter microorganisms. Lactic acid bacteria starter cultures produce lactic acid, which acts on meat proteins, changing their water binding capacity and increasing microbial safety. Furthermore, bacteriocins produced by gram-positive species of the lactic acid bacterial group have been discovered to play an important microbial role with a significant effect on food safety and preservation.

Restraints: Strict Monitoring of Starter Culture Growth Conditions

Warm temperatures encourage the development of microbial starter cultures. When the temperature drops, the cultures stop growing, resulting in an incomplete fermentation process. There is a direct relationship between ambient temperature and cultural activity. For example, if the kefir preparation environment is not optimal, the cultures will hibernate, and the fermentation process will be slowed. This leads to low-quality products and has an impact on the market. Similarly, thermophilic and mesophilic bacteria have specific temperature requirements, and any temperature variation can harm the starter cultures.

Opportunities: Emerging Economies are High-Growth Potential Markets

Currently, Europe dominates the market for starter cultures. Still, manufacturers are looking into the Asia Pacific and South American markets, where the use of starter cultures is expected to skyrocket in the coming years. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the region's middle-class population has shifted its dietary preferences away from staple cereals to meat, dairy products, fruits, and vegetables. Despite the region's unorganized dairy industry, there is still plenty of room for expansion. Milk consumption is said to be higher in India and China. They are expected to expand their market due to rising demand for milk and other dairy products.

High dairy consumption in India and China is expected to drive the region's growth. Milk production in the Asia Pacific region has increased at the fastest rate in a decade, and this trend is expected to continue in the coming years.

Scope of the Global Starter Culture Market

The study categorizes the starter culture market based on type and application at the regional and global levels.

By Type Outlook (Sales, USD Million, 2017-2030)

  • Bacteria
  • Yeast
  • Molds

By Application Outlook (Sales, USD Million, 2017-2030)

  • Dairy Products
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Non Alcoholic Beverages
  • Others

By Region Outlook (Sales, USD Million, 2017-2030)

  • North America
    • US
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • Italy
    • France
    • UK
    • Spain
    • Poland
    • Russia
    • The Netherlands
    • Norway
    • Czech Republic
    • Rest of Europe
  • Asia Pacific
    • China
    • Japan
    • India
    • South Korea
    • Indonesia
    • Malaysia
    • Thailand
    • Singapore
    • Australia & New Zealand
    • Rest of Asia Pacific
  • South America
    • Brazil
    • Argentina
    • Colombia
    • Rest of South America
  • The Middle East & Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • UAE
    • South Africa
    • Northern Africa
    • Rest of MEA

Dairy products segment accounts for the highest CAGR during the forecast period by application

Based on application, the global starter culture market is divided into dairy & dairy-based products, meat & seafood, alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages . In 2022, the dairy-based application segment is expected to account for a larger share. This is due to an increase in the production and consumption of fermented dairy-based products worldwide. The cheese was the most popular dairy application, followed by yogurt. A starter culture is commonly used in cheese production because it improves uniformity, flavor, and texture.

Asia-Pacific accounts for the highest CAGR during the forecast period

Based on the regions, the global Starter Culture Market has been segmented across North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, South America, and the Middle East & Africa. Dairy is one of the most profitable industries in Asia, with breakthroughs occurring in countries such as India and China. As a result, the Asia Pacific region is expected to grow fastest, owing to an increasing number of dairy and meat-based manufacturers using a starter culture.

Key Market Players in the Global Starter Culture Market

The global Starter Culture Market is highly competitive, with key industry players adopting various strategies such as product development, partnerships, acquisitions, agreements, and expansion to strengthen their market positions. Most market companies focus on expanding operations across regions, augmenting their capabilities, and building strong partner relations.

Major players in the global Starter Culture Market are:

  • Chr. Hansen A/S
  • Dohler Group
  • Lactina Ltd
  • Lallemand Inc
  • Wyeast Laboratories Inc
  • Angel Yeast Co. Ltd
  • Csk Food Enrichment B.V
  • Danisco A/S
  • Lb Bulgaricum Plc
  • Lesaffre Group

Key Issues Addressed

  • What is the market size by various segmentation of the starter culture by region and its respective countries?
  • What are the customer buying behavior, key takeaways, and Porter's 5 forces of the starter culture market?
  • What are the key opportunities and trends for manufacturers involved in the starter culture supply chain?
  • What are the fundamental dynamics (drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges) of the market?
  • What and how regulations, schemes, patents, and policies are impacting the growth of the market?
  • What are the upcoming technological solutions influencing market trends? How will existing companies adapt to the new change in technology?
  • The market player positioning, top winning strategies by years, company product developments, and launches will be?
  • How has COVID-19 impacted the demand and sales of starter culture in the global market? Also, the expected BPS drop or rise count of the market and market predicted recovery period.
  • Detailed analysis of the competitors and their latest launch, and what are the prominent startups introduced in the target market? Also, detailed company profiling of 25+ leading and prominent companies in the market

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Key Issues Addressed
  • What is the market size and growth rate for different segmentations at a global, regional, & country level?
  • What is the customer buying behavior, key takeaways, and Porter's 5 forces of the market?
  • What are the key opportunities and trends for manufacturers involved in the supply chain?
  • What are the fundamental dynamics (drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges) of the market?
  • What and how regulations, schemes, patents, and policies are impacting the growth of the market?
  • How will existing companies adapt to the new change in technology?
  • The market player positioning, top winning strategies by years, company product developments, and launches will be?
  • How has COVID-19 impacted the demand and sales of in the market? Also, the expected BPS drop or rise count of the market and market predicted recovery period.
  • Who are the leading companies operating in the market? Also, who are the prominent startups that disrupt the market in coming years?
  • PUBLISHED ON: Dec, 2022
  • BASE YEAR: 2022
  • STUDY PERIOD: 2019-2033
  • COMPANIES COVERED: 15
  • COUNTRIES COVERED: 24
  • NO OF PAGES: 278

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