Agar Market: Shifting Consumer Preference Towards Natural Ingredient & Gelatin-Free Products is Topping the Market Growth

Introduction

Agar is derived from the polysaccharide agarose, which forms the supporting structure in the cell walls of agarophytes belonging to the Rhodophyta (Red algae) phylum; gracilaria, gelidium and gelidiella which are a genus of red algae, are cultivated commercially for the production of agar. Commercial cultivation of Gracilaria was initially carried out using gracilaria chilensis, which is a red seaweed originating from the southern coast of Chile. Gelidium seaweed is primarily harvested on the western coast of Morocco, southern coast of Portugal and the northern coast of Spain. While, gracilaria species are widely present in cold waters such as southern coast of Chile and the Atlantic coast of Canada. However, some species have adapted to the tropical waters of Indonesia and Thailand.

Market Value and Volume Forecast

The global agar market revenue is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of over 4.9% in terms of value and 2.6%, in terms of volume during the forecast period. Preference of halal/kosher food products, increasing usage of agar as natural ingredient by food, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics industries are factors fuelling market growth across the globe. The global agar market is currently witnessing major trends like the usage of agar in bakery industry due to high temperature resistance capacity and it as a superior gelling agent in dairy products.

Segmentation, by Form

In the report, the agar market is segmented on the basis of form which includes strips and powders. In 2015, among all these segments, powder segment accounted for the largest value share in the global agar market.

Segmentation, by Application

The global agar market is segmented on the basis of application which includes: food & beverages, bacteriological applications, technical applications and others (agriculture). In 2015, of these segments, food & beverages segment dominated the market in terms of value and volume, and is expected to remain dominant over the forecast period. Food & beverages segment is further sub segmented as bakery, confectionery, dairy, canned meat/poultry products, beverages, sauces, creams & dressings, dietetic products and others. In addition bacteriological is further sub-segmented as culture media and microbiology. Technical application is sub-segmented as cosmetology and medical applications. The technical application segment is expected to expand at the highest CAGR in terms of value during the forecast period.

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Segmentation, by Region

On the basis of region, the global agar market is segmented into North America, Latin America, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Asia Pacific Excluding Japan, the Middle East & Africa and Japan. Among all these region Western Europe has been estimated to dominate the overall market in terms of value in 2015. Market in the region is expected to expand at a CAGR of 5.2 % over the forecast period.

Key Players

Some of the key players identified in the global agar market are Agarmex, New Zealand Manuka Group, Hispanagar, Acroyali Holdings Qingdao Co.Ltd., Industrias Roko, S.A, Neogen, Merck Group, Agarindo Bogatama, Setexam and Norevo GmbH.

Frozen Fruits Market Predicted to Rise to above US$ 1.3 Bn by 2022

Red Fruits & Berries to remain king throughout the forecast period

The red fruits & berries segment is anticipated to retain its dominance in the global frozen fruits market throughout the study period ending 2016 – 2022. The red fruits & berries segment by fruit type is expected to reach around 53% market value share in 2022.Even though red fruits & berries is already the largest segment, it should still record a substantial CAGR of 4.8% in terms of value during the period of assessment. At the end of the year 2015, the red fruits & berries segment was valued at just over US$ 965 Mn and this is predicted to rise to above US$ 1.3 Bn by the end of the forecast period. An absolute dollar opportunity of more than US$ 67 Mn can potentially be exploited in the red fruits & berries segment in the year 2022 over 2021 making it too large and lucrative for any stakeholder in the global frozen fruits market to ignore. In terms of volume, the red fruits & berries segment was pegged at almost 849 thousand tons in the year 2015, and this is widely anticipated to grow to above 1000 tons by the end of the year 2022. The CAGR for the red fruits & berries segment in terms of volume is 3.7% over the forecast period.

Banana and Watermelon show the greatest CAGR potential in value terms

For the period 2016-2022, the Banana sub segment is expected to grow from a market value of under US$ 77 Mn in the year 2016 to almost US$ 107 Mn in the year 2022 with a significant CAGR of 5.6%. The Watermelon sub segment is also anticipated to record a similar CAGR of 5.6% that will allow it to jump from a market value of slightly under US$ 61 Mn in 2016 to over US$ 84 Mn at the end of the forecast period. It seems quite unlikely though that either the Banana or the Watermelon sub segments will be able to surpass the Strawberry sub segment in value terms as the latter was already worth more than US$ 400 Mn in the year 2016 itself.

Strawberry is the most lucrative sub segment in terms of volume

With respect to consumption, the Strawberry sub segment is anticipated to record the highest CAGR of 3.9% in terms of volume. From a volume of slightly under 351,000 tons in 2016, the Strawberry sub segment is predicted to rise to above 441,000 tons by the end of the year 2022.

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Red Fruits & Berries segment to register the highest CAGR in the Asia Pacific frozen fruits market

With respect to revenue contribution, the red fruits & berries segment in the Asia Pacific frozen fruits market is predicted to grow at a robust CAGR of 6.4% for the duration of the study. This will allow the red fruits & berries segment to reach a market value of nearly US$ 95 Mn in the Asia Pacific frozen fruits market by the end of the year 2022 from just under US$ 65 Mn in 2016. The red fruits & berries segment in the North America frozen fruits market was already worth a little more than US$ 376 Mn in 2016, and should jump to more than half a billion dollars by the end of the forecast period, with a value CAGR of 5.3%.

Infant Milk Formula Market Driven By Increasing Consumer Awareness of Healthy Nutrients

Infant milk formula is a type of food used for feeding babies below the age of 1 year. Infant milk formula food is used solely for infants. The infant milk formula simulates human milk and, thus, is used as a substitute for human milk. Starting milk formula, follow-on milk formula, and toddlers milk formula are among the various types of infant milk formula in the market. Infant milk formula includes all essential nutrients and energy required by infants to grow and develop normally. The most commonly used infant milk formula contains proteins such as whey and casein, vegetable oils, lactose, and other ingredients.

The MENA infant milk formula market is anticipated to grow from US$ 1,744.3 Mn in 2014 to US$ 4,219.3 Mn by 2021, expanding at a CAGR of 13.5% in terms of revenue during the forecast period (2015–2021). Rising popularity of the infant milk formula in the MENA region and increasing consumer awareness regarding the requirement of healthy nutrients for an infant are the factors anticipated to fuel growth of the infant milk formula segment over the forecast period. Rising number of working women and rapid economic development in the MENA are factors driving the overall growth of the infant milk formula market in the region currently.

In 2014, the starting milk formula segment was valued at US$ 886.3 Mn and it is expected to account for US$ 1,007.9 Mn by the end of 2015. The follow-on milk formula segment was valued at US$ 505.2 Mn in 2014 and is expected to reach US$ 571.5 Mn by the end of 2015. The toddlers milk formula segment was valued at US$ 352.7 Mn in 2014 and is expected to reach US$ 396.9 Mn at the end of 2015.

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In 2014, the online retail segment was valued at US$ 33.7 Mn and is expected to reach US$ 39.1 Mn by the end of 2015. The segment is expected to register the highest CAGR of 16.2% over the forecast period, followed by the supermarkets segment in terms of value. Online retail business is rapidly growing in the MENA region. There are various brands of infant milk formula that are available through online portals. In 2014, the supermarkets segment was valued at US$ 185.6 Mn and is expected to reach US$ 211.3 Mn by the end of 2015. The segment is expected to register a CAGR of 14% in terms of value over the forecast period. In 2014, the chemists/pharmacies/drugstores segment was valued at US$ 1,266.8 Mn and is expected to reach US$ 1437.6, Mn by the end of 2015. Consumers in the MENA region perceive drugstores, chemists, and supermarkets as the trusted sources for buying infant milk formula. The segment is expected to register a CAGR of 13.7% in terms of value over the forecast period. In 2014, the specialty outlets segment was valued at US$ 89.7 Mn and is expected to reach US$ 100.6 Mn by the end of 2015. The segment is expected to register a CAGR of 12.3% over the forecast period in terms of value. In 2014, the others segment was valued at US$ 168.5 Mn and is expected to reach US$ 187.7 Mn by the end of 2015. The segment is expected to register a CAGR of 11.4% in terms of value over the forecast period.

Key players in the MENA Infant milk formula market include Groupe Danone, Aspen Pharmacare Holdings Limited, Almarai, Nestlé S.A., Behdashtkar, Lacto Misr, Nutridar Company Plc, Ausnutria Hyproca B.V., Saudi Centre Group, Abbott Laboratories, RIRI Baby Food Co.

Increasing Demand for Easily Soluble Gum Arabic among Consumers in the Global Market

Among the application segments, the food and beverages segment is anticipated to remain dominant in terms of revenue contribution during the forecast period

The food and beverages application segment is estimated to be valued at a little more than US$ 180 Mn in 2017, which is expected to increase at a CAGR of 5.7% over the forecast period, to be valued at more than US$ 280 Mn by the end of 2025. The segment is estimated to create absolute $ opportunity of more than US$ 8 Mn in 2017 over 2016 and incremental $ opportunity of a little more than US$ 100 Mn between 2017 and 2025. The food and beverages segment by application is expected to retain its dominance in the global Gum Arabic market throughout the forecast period, with near about 60% revenue share, followed by the pharmaceuticals & dietary supplements segment.

Increasing use of Gum Arabic in food and beverages that contain fiber anticipated to boost revenue growth of the food and beverages segment

Characteristic dietary fiber is necessary for bringing down blood cholesterol and controlling glucose levels. Gum Arabic contains 80%–85% natural dissolvable fiber, which binds all insoluble fiber in a diet. Rising interest for high dietary fiber content items among customers across the globe is resulting in rising number of producers, producing products with improved nature of Gum Arabic. This rising demand for dietary fibers is anticipated to fuel the growth of the food and beverages segment over the projected period.

Demand for Gum Arabic for application as a natural binder in the bakery and confectionery industry is moderately high, and it represents no harm if consumed, unlike artificial or synthetic binders. Gum Arabic is broadly utilized in the food and beverages industry as an emulsifier in various product applications. Gum Arabic is steady in low pH conditions and is a moderately essential element for refreshments. Likewise, it displays low consistency properties in water and different fluids without evolving mouthfeel, flavor or texture of the original beverages. These advantages are encouraging key players in the global food and beverages industry to receive and increase applications of Gum Arabic in different food products. This increasing use of Gum Arabic in food products is creating a positive impact on the food and beverages application segment of the global Gum Arabic market.

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Increasing demand for easily soluble Gum Arabic among consumers in the global market is encouraging manufacturers to develop and produce new formulations such as instant soluble Gum Arabic. Instant soluble Gum Arabic solution is used in dry spray preparations for powder encapsulation, which is a technique that helps in the encapsulation of flavors, aromas, and colors. This increasing use of soluble Gum Arabic in beverages is anticipated to boost the food and beverages segment during the period of assessment.

Food and beverages segment expected to register a high CAGR in the APAC Gum Arabic market over the forecast period

The food and beverages segment is estimated to be valued at more than US$ 35 Mn in 2017 in North America, and is expected to increase at a CAGR of 6.2% over the forecast period, to be valued at almost US$ 60 Mn by the end of 2025. In Latin America, the food and beverages segment is estimated to create absolute $ opportunity of US$ 0.53 Mn in 2017 over 2016 and incremental $ opportunity of US$ 5.9 Mn between 2017 and 2025. The segment is likely to increase at a CAGR of 5.4% during the projected period in Europe, while in the APAC Gum Arabic market, the food and beverages segment is anticipated to register a CAGR of 6.2% during the period of forecast.

Human Milk Oligosaccharides Market: Increasing Demand for Infant Nutrition Products Anticipated to Boost the Market

Increasing demand for infant nutrition products anticipated to boost the global human milk oligosaccharides market

Infant formula ingredients such as human milk oligosaccharides have been gaining popularity in the recent past as an infant formula ingredient to cater to the demands of the baby nutrition segment. Health benefits associated with the consumption of human milk oligosaccharides include maintaining gut microbiota and inhibition of pathogen in infants. These are factors likely to drive the growth of the global human milk oligosaccharides market. Human milk oligosaccharides are gaining traction due to the potential benefits by consumption such as a prebiotic to maintain a healthy immune system in infants. It also aids in blocking adhesion of microbial pathogens and foreign particles to epithelial surfaces, thus improving gut colonisation.

Human milk oligosaccharides (HMO) is a better alternative for non-lactating mothers as it has all the nutrients required by infants for normal growth. Manufacturers are producing HMOs by various chemical synthesis and fermentation processes in order to cater to the demand for infant formula ingredients. According to the WHO, the total world population is estimated to increase by approximately one billion in the next 10 years and reach 9.5 billion by 2050. The constantly growing population is likely to increase demand for infant nutrition products. The demand for infant formula is significantly high in China as well as in certain countries in the Asia Pacific owing to a high infant population.

High prices owing to costly chemical synthesis and the presence of substitutes with the same potential and functional benefits are hampering the growth of the global human milk oligosaccharides market

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Human milk oligosaccharides are the third largest component of human milk, but cannot be synthesised directly through human milk due to low availability of a donor group. Currently, manufacturers are developing technologies to produce human milk oligosaccharides through chemical and enzymatic synthesis. These synthetic and enzymatic methods require high capital and resources, but the final product produced is in relatively low quantity. For instance, enzymatic synthesis is required for costly substrates such as glycosyltransferases and this is one of the major factors attributed to the high price of human milk oligosaccharides.

Infant formula ingredients such as galactooligosaccharides and fructooligosaccharides are used as prebiotics in infant formula to reduce the growth of pathogenic Escherichiacoli. Consumption of these offers health benefits for the gastrointestinal tract of infants by stimulating the growth of selected micro-organisms in intestinal microflora. Manufacturers of infant formula are using these as substitutes to human milk oligosaccharides due to the low cost and high availability. Hence, these alternatives to human milk oligosaccharides with the same functional benefits is restricting the growth of the overall market to a large extent.

Fucosyllactose segment is the largest segment with close to 50% market share in the global human milk oligosaccharides market

Among the various product type segments, the fucosyllactose segment is estimated to account for a market share of almost 48% in terms of value, followed by the sialyllactose segment with a value share of around 28% by 2017 end. The fucosyllactose product type segment is estimated to be valued at more than US$ 9 Mn by the end of 2017 and is projected to increase at a CAGR of 14.4% over the period of assessment. On the other hand, the sialyllactose segment is estimated to be valued at more than US$ 5 Mn by the end of 2017 and is anticipated to increase at a CAGR of 15.1% over the forecast period and be valued at more than US$ 20 Mn by the end of 2027.

Sweetener Market Expanding at a CAGR of 3.2% over the forecast period 2017 - 2027

Investments by key players in non-calorie sweeteners, cost optimisation and process standardisation are the new trends in the global sweetener market

The novel sweetener and artificial sweetener market have few buyers and sellers in the global market, and hence companies are focussing on cost optimisation in order to increase productivity and market share. Moreover, manufacturing non-sugar and low-calorie sweeteners involves a standard extraction process. Companies in the global sweetener market have patent extraction processes for the same. This is further supported by stringent government regulations due to health issues.

Increasing investments by companies coupled with geographical expansion by market players has led to high competitiveness in the global sweetener market. In addition to this, increased brand awareness of products dealing with specific issues such as obesity curtailment, nutritive advantages and health benefits is expected to drive demand for artificial sweeteners and novel sweeteners specifically stevia extracts in the near future.

Consumer reluctance in adopting sugar-alternative products and regulatory concerns are restraining the growth of the global sweetener market

A major factor hampering revenue growth of the global sweetener market is the stringent regulatory norms regarding the use of artificial sweeteners as a food ingredient. This is due to side effects such as allergic reactions, improper functioning of the digestive system and other health-related issues. Although cultivation and consumption of novel sweeteners such as stevia are increasing at a rapid pace, various end-use industries such as confectionery, bakery and others are witnessing a slow adoption of sweeteners as a food ingredient. This is due to limited regulatory approvals by various legislator bodies keeping in mind the health concerns of consumers across the globe.

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After-taste of sucrose alternative sweetener products and the high prices of low-calorie sweeteners is restricting acceptance of these products among consumers and thus restricting market growth to a certain extent. Lack of consumer awareness and acceptance of natural ingredients as an alternative to sugar in products such as confectionery, snacks, dairy products and others has resulted in low consumption of sugar-alternative sweeteners that include other natural sweeteners, artificial sweeteners, novel sweeteners and sugar alcohols.

Food and beverages segment anticipated to account for a relatively high value share in the global sweetener market over the forecast period

The food and beverages segment is expected to account for around 70% share in terms of value throughout the forecast period. This segment is anticipated to register a significant CAGR of 3.2% in terms of value. The sweet spreads sub-segment of the food and beverages segment is expected to witness an increase in revenue share by 2027 end owing to increasing popularity of sweet spreads among consumers. This sub-segment is estimated to account for about 14% revenue share of the global sweetener market by 2017 end. The sweet spreads segment is the fastest growing sub-segment and is expected to be valued at close to US$ 12 Bn in 2017 and will reach a market valuation of about US$ 14 Bn by 2027 end. This is attributed to increasing demand for sweet spreads and its increasing popularity among consumers.

Owing to increasing exports and manufacturing of food and beverage products, the related segment is expected to expand at a high CAGR in North America

By the end of 2027, the food and beverages segment in the North America sweetener market is projected to reach more than US$ 18 Bn, expanding at a CAGR of 3.0% over the forecast period and revenue is expected to increase 1.3x by 2027 end as compared to 2017. The food and beverages segment is estimated to account for a little more than 70% value share in the North America sweetener market by 2017 end and is expected to show little growth in the value share by 2027 over 2017.

Aquafeed Market: APEJ to Remain Dominant Regional Market Throughout the Forecast Period

APEJ will remain the main hub for aquafeed manufacturing while North America will continue to grow at an exponential rate

The global aquafeed market is spread over most of the countries of the world, lending increased visibility to the regional markets in terms of revenue growth. APEJ is the leading producer of aquafeed followed by North America, Latin America, Western Europe, Japan, MEA and Latin America. China and Norway have emerged as major producers of aquafeed in the past three years. The U.S is a major producer of aquafeed in the world. APEJ has been leading the global consumption of aquafeed for the last 10-20 years with an average per capita production of nearly 53% of the entire global production in million metric tonnes over the period. An abundant supply of fresh water sources in APEJ along with a rich aquaculture has helped the region retain the top position in the global aquafeed market. The MEA region will hold great potential for aquaculture as most of the big feed manufacturing firms are establishing their aquafeed plants in Egypt owing to the availability of cheap labour. Besides, being the largest tilapia producing region makes Egypt the most promising region for aquafeed production over the assessment period.

Within the APEJ market, China will exhibit significant growth owing to the large water mass surrounding the Asian countries coupled with favourable climatic conditions and a positive trade scenario in countries such as India, Singapore, and Malaysia. The APEJ aquafeed market is predicted to grow 2x over the forecast period of 2017-2027. From an estimated market valuation of about US$ 18 Bn in 2017, the APEJ regional market will grow at a CAGR of 7.0% to reach a market valuation of about US$ 36 Bn by the end of the forecast period in 2027. In terms of volume, the APEJ market will register a CAGR of 6.3%. APEJ leads the global market in terms of both value and volume CAGR.

Key factors fuelling revenue growth of the global aquafeed market across various regional markets

Increase in marine and terrestrial land growth: Data acquired from the World Bank indicates that the marine and terrestrial protected areas covered by the UN Environmental Program & the World Conservation Monitoring Centre offer plenty of opportunities for aquaculture companies to meet consumer demand effectively. For instance, in 2000, the percentage of marine and terrestrial land was 8.79% of the total terrestrial land and in 2014 this went up to 12.8% showing significant opportunistic growth.

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Increasing global population: A rapid increase in the global population and a subsequent rise in the consumption of food demands modern and advanced technologies as well as sonar equipment, leading to an over-exploitation of marine species and marine resources to meet the expanding consumer demands.

Better arable land: There is vast arable agricultural land available for cultivating wheat, corn, soybean, and maize, which are the main ingredients used in the production of aquafeed. A limited availability of marine resources such as fish meal and fish oil have led to an increased usage of wheat, corn, soyabean, and maize as ingredients for aquafeed production.

Rural population relying on fisheries: In several regions of the world, the rural populace survives on fisheries and aquaculture as fish is a cheaper and economical source of fats, protein, and other micro-nutrients required for proper growth and nourishment.

Global aquafeed market anticipated to grow 1.6x over the forecast period 2017 – 2027

The global aquafeed market was valued at about US$ 48 Bn in 2016 and this is estimated to increase at a CAGR of 5.9% during the 10 year period to reach a market valuation of nearly US$ 86 Bn by the end of 2027. Besides the factors listed above, other market growth drivers include increasing incidence of food borne illness, rising concern for food safety and quality, drifting inclination towards aquaculture growth and increasing demand for sea food across the globe.