Global Meat Cultures Market - Forecast(2023 - 2028)

Global Meat Cultures Market Overview

The Global Meat Cultures Market size is estimated to reach $350.2 million by 2027. Furthermore, it is poised to grow at a CAGR of 8.8% over the forecast period of 2022-2027. Meat Cultures are starting cultures used in the production of fermented meat products like fermented sausage. Meat starter cultures are microorganisms with a lower pH, which convert raw meats to fermented meats in the presence of specific temperature requirements. A few animal cells are used to develop meat culture in the lab. It's real meat, but unlike traditional meat, it doesn't require the death of animals. The goal is to make the meat industry more environmentally friendly and humane. Meat cultures give fermented meat products unique and distinguishing characteristics such as increased preservation, hygiene control, flavor and digestibility management, nutritional quality maintenance and improvement, and other desired characteristics. Fermented meat products are the backbone of the global meat cultures business. According to researchers, high consumption of red meat can raise the risk of type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, stroke, and certain cancers so, the demand for cultured meat increases as it is less expensive than traditional meat. In contrast to animal-based seafood, cell-based seafood can integrate biomedical engineering advances with modern aquaculture practices. Using tissue engineering techniques, cultured meat production is a new and emerging method of producing animal meat in laboratories. This technique is mostly focused on medical applications such as regenerative medicine and non-animal technologies. Rising trends of adopting packaged foods and increasing inclination towards environmental sustainability and animal welfare are some of the factors driving the Global Meat Cultures Industry forward in the projected period of 2022-2027. 

Global Meat Cultures Market Report Coverage

The report: “Global Meat Cultures Market Forecast (2022-2027)", by Industry ARC covers an in-depth analysis of the following segments of the Global Meat Cultures Market.

By Application- Sausages, Salami, Dry-Cured Meat, and Others.
By Composition- Multi-Strain Mix, Single Strain, and Multi-Strain.
By Geography- North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico), Europe (Germany, United Kingdom (U.K.), France, Italy, Spain, Russia, and Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific (China, Japan India, South Korea, Australia, and New Zealand, and Rest of Asia Pacific), South America (Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Colombia and Rest of South America), and Rest of the World (the Middle East, and Africa).

Key Takeaways

• Geographically, North America held a dominant market share in the year 2021. It is owing to the rising number of companies investing in the meat culture business and the growing number of startups focusing on developing cultured meat. Moreover, the growing hectic lifestyle among consumers raises the demand for meat products that provide longer shelf life and thus accelerates the demand of the meat cultures market. In the U.S., about 40% of people consume cultured meat as they prefer nutritionally superior meat over nutritionally equivalent meat.

• The consumption of processed food is growing which gives rise to the demand for meat cultures and also growing innovation in technology are some of the factors driving the Global Meat Cultures Market. However, stringent government regulations on meat cultures are some of the factors impeding the market growth.

• A detailed analysis of strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats will be provided in the Global Meat Cultures Market Report. 

Global Meat Cultures Market- Geography (%) for 2021.

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Global Meat Cultures Market Segmentation Analysis- By Application

The global meat cultures market based on the application can be further segmented into Sausages, Salami, Dry-Cured Meat, and Others. Salami held a dominant market share in the year 2021. It is owing to the growing demand for fermented meat where meat starter cultures are seen as a critical food additive. The healthful and appealing meat starting cultures provide the right acidity, flavor, and color according to the consumer's requirements. Meat starter cultures protect fermented meat by creating bactericidal or bacteriostatic substances like bacteriocins further extending the salami's shelf life. However, Sausages is estimated to be the fastest-growing, with a CAGR of 9.1% over the forecast period of 2022-2027. Sausage is a fermented meat product prepared from raw swine, beef, or veal meat that has been fermented with the addition of meat cultures and other spices. Sausage is pided into two types, dry fermented sausage, and semi-dry fermented sausage. Sausage has been utilized in hot dogs and salami, among other processed meals. These dishes are consumed by a large number of people around the world, increasing sausage consumption. 

Global Meat Cultures Market Segmentation Analysis- By Composition

The global meat cultures market based on composition can be further segmented into Multi-Strain Mix, Single Strain, and Multi-Strain. Multi-Strain Mix held a dominant market share in the year 2021. Multi-strain mixtures are a mix of strains in which the identity of the component strains is generally unknown and fluctuates depending on the subculture. These cultures are made up of strain mixes containing a variety of bacteria and yeasts. Each strain in these products performs a particular role and inhibits the growth of other harmful microbes, extending the shelf life of the meat product. To encourage and conduct fermentation in meat products, multi-strain mixtures are utilized in defined concentrations. 

However, Single Strain is estimated to be the fastest-growing, with a CAGR of 9.7% over the forecast period of 2022-2027. Most of the starter cultures used in meat fermentation involve the use of a single strain. Salami strain is mostly used for the fermentation process of salami as it helps to enhance flavor, smell, or color. The single strain bacteria give the possibility to the sausage producer to make their mix depending on meat quality and on final product characteristics request.

Global Meat Cultures Market Segmentation Analysis- By Geography

The global meat cultures market based on Geography can be further segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and the Rest of the World. Asia-Pacific held a dominant market share of 50% in the year 2021 as compared to its other counterparts. It is owing to the rising consumption of ready-to-eat and convenience food and also increasing trend of animal welfare among consumers gives rise to the need for meat cultures. Moreover, a growing number of firms are investing in the meat culture industry, as well as a growing number of startups dedicated to the development of cultured meat. Furthermore, customers' increasingly hectic lifestyles increase demand for meat products with a longer shelf life, accelerating the need for meat cultures. Around 40% of people in the United States eat cultured meat as they prefer nutritionally superior meat to nutritionally equal meat.

Global Meat Cultures Market Drivers

Growing Demand for Packaged Convenience Food has readily aided the market growth.

Packaged convenience foods are becoming an increasingly important component of people's daily lives all across the world. Convenience foods have grown in popularity as customers' lifestyles have become busier, and food manufacturers have responded by rapidly investing in the development of new products to meet increased consumer demand for packaged convenience foods. Packaging provides protection and resistance to microbiological (bacteria and fungi) growth, which would otherwise result in food-borne illness. Food products' shelf life also extends significantly. According to the information on the container, packaged food products also ensure that food safety and quality are evaluated before it is ingested. These also ensure that food products are microbially safe before being stored in inventory or handled during transportation. Furthermore, packaged food extends the shelf life of food and reduces food waste. For instance, according to the Food Processing Institute of India, in 2021, the sales of packaged food increased by 95% which further enhances the market growth. 

Growing Advancement in Technology is Boosting the Market Growth. 

Recently, the consumption of meat reduces around the world owing to rising health issues such as antibiotic resistance, and many more. Despite these difficulties, meat consumption in wealthy countries remains high. According to the Food and Agricultural Organization data, global meat exports increased to 36 Mt in 2019 owing to its growing demand among consumers. However, rather than growing live animals, cell culture technology can make meat directly from animal cells. Not only does this technology drastically reduce the need for animals in the production process, but it also decreases greenhouse gas emissions, land use, and water use associated with meat production. Moreover, since cultivated meat can likely be produced in sterile facilities without the use of antibiotics, it can lessen the impact of public health issues commonly associated with conventional meat, including foodborne illnesses and many more.

Global Meat Cultures Market Challenges

Strict Regulation on Meat Cultures is one of the factors impeding the market growth.

Meat starter cultures are governed by strict laws, and there are worries about the quality of meat starter cultures used in meat products. Moreover, regulatory bodies such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for fast and efficient surveillance of foodborne illness sources as the number of foodborne illnesses increases owing to excessive consumption of meat. According to the World Health Organization, in 2020, about 600 million inpiduals were suffering from foodborne illnesses. Also, the U.S. Department of Agriculture is employing technology such as whole-genome sequencing, which is shifting the focus from conventional testing methods to automated and novel technologies which further hampering the market growth.

Global Meat Cultures Industry Outlook

Product launches, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and geographical expansions are key strategies adopted by players in the Global Meat Cultures Market. The top 10- Global Meat Cultures Market companies are

1. Chr. Hansen,
2. DSM,
3. Kerry,
4. DuPont,
5. Frutarom,
6. Galactic,
7. Lallemand,
8. Proquiga,
9. Westcombe,
10. Biochem SRL.

Recent Developments

• In February 2021, Hofmann Sausage Company launched chicken sausages with various flavors including Roasted Red Pepper & Asiago, Harvest Apple, Roasted Garlic, and Tomato & Basil which is now available to retail grocery stores as well as online direct to consumers.

• In November 2020, Shiok Meats launched the world’s first-ever cell-based lobster meat which is a healthy, nutritious, tasty, and sustainable protein option.

• In January 2019, Chr. Hansen introduced a novel starting culture as part of their Bactoferm Series to provide color, color stability, and flavor development in dried, cured meats such as dry sausages, in response to increased demand in perse regions.

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