Segments - Europe Probiotics Market by Types (Functional Food & Beverages, Animal Feeds, and Dietary Supplements), Distribution Channels (Convenience Stores, Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, Pharmacies/Health Stores, and Others), and Geography (the UK, Germany, Italy, France, and Rest of Europe) - Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast 2023 – 2031
The Europe Probiotics Market size was USD 12.87 Billion in 2022 and is likely to reach USD 17.53 Billion by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 3.49% during 2023–2031. The growth of the market is attributed to the increasing consumer awareness about the nutritional benefits of probiotics.
Probiotics are microorganisms such as bacteria & yeast, which are naturally found in fermented foods. The probiotics benefit humans and animals by retaining an intestinal microbial balance. The probiotics are found in the supplement form such as pills or it is used as an additive in food & beverages.
Due to its wide-range of health benefits, probiotics are integrated with inexpensive health foods, such as yogurt, fruit juices, and cultured dairy drinks. Bifidobacteria and Lactobacilli are the most commonly used probiotic bacterial strains, which are found in various dairy products including yogurt. The yogurt is the most popular source for the consumption of probiotics.
The probiotics are beneficial for the human digestive system and functions as an anti-pathogens buffer. The ingredients of probiotics are capable of inducing natural digestive juices and enzymes in the body to ensure adequate functioning of the digestive system. Therefore, it is effective in the treatment of food toxicity and food poisoning. Furthermore, probiotics are considered to be effective in preserving healthy organisms from harmful counterparts.
Probiotic products are used to treat gastrointestinal problems, diagnose mental illness, and fight against neurological disorders. Probiotics boost immunity system, protect proteins & lipids from oxidative destruction, and reduce pathogens in the body. Therefore, the probiotic ingredients are widely sold as a supplement in the form of tablets, capsules, powders and gel.
The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on the dynamics of various industries. The outbreak witnessed the shift in consumption patterns of consumers and ultimately affected the demand for food & beverages. The spread of the coronavirus disease caused serious illness among aging population, which subsequently resulted in adoption of healthy lifestyle and high the demand for probiotics.
The large number of consumers opted for products with high nutritive values instead of junk and processed foods. Therefore, the excessive demand for nutrient boosters and supplements dramatically raised the sale of probiotics. The consequent rise in demand for probiotics from phramacutical industry created immense opportunities for the probiotics market.
The report on the Europe probiotics market includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
Attributes |
Details |
Report Title |
Europe Probiotics Market - Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast |
Base Year |
2023 |
Historic Data |
2016–2021 |
Forecast Period |
2023–2031 |
Segmentation |
Types (Functional Food & Beverages, Animal Feeds, and Dietary Supplements) and Distribution Channels (Convenience Stores, Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, Pharmacies/Health Stores, and Others) |
Geographical Scope |
The UK, Germany, Italy, France, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe |
Report Coverage |
Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends, and Revenue Forecast |
Key Players Covered in the Report |
PepsiCo Inc.; Bio-K Plus International Inc.; Daflorn Ltd.; Danone S.A.; and Yakult Honsha |
On the basis of types, the market is segmented into functional food & beverages, animal feeds, and dietary supplements. The functional food & beverage segment is anticipated to register a substantial CAGR during the forecast period owing to the increasing demand for probiotic beverages and growing production of functional food & beverages.
Furthermore, the rising prevalence of obesity, lactose intolerance, and growing geriatric population are expected to propel the growth of the market segment in the coming years. On the other hand, the animal feed segment is anticipated to hold a significant market share during the forecast period due to the rising initiatives to reduce incidences of food-borne illness and increasing activities to promote animal health.
Moreover, the improving public perception regarding cattle industry and rising demand for animal feed are projected to boost the market growth during the projected timeline.
On the basis of distribution channels, the market is segregated into convenience stores, supermarkets/hypermarkets, pharmacies/Health stores, and others. The supermarkets/hypermarkets segment is expected to grow at a rapid pace during the projected period due the increasing disposable income and growing demand for vitamins & minerals enriched food products.
Additionally, the customers are shifting from daily shopping to weekly or monthly shopping due to the growing access to public transportation, increased store capacity through refrigerators, and ownership of private vehicles. Therefore, the increasing sale of supermarkets/hypermarkets is anticipated to fuel the growth of the market segment in the coming years.
However, the convenience stores segment is expected to exhibit a substantial growth during the forecast period owing to the added value services such as pre-paid electricity, in-house food brands, airtime, and availability of franchises. Furthermore, availability of quick & healthy food on the run and increasing demand for home delivery services for daily essentials are anticipated to propel the growth of the market segment.
In terms of geography, the Europe probiotics market is classified as the UK, Germany, Italy, France, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe. Russia market is anticipated to constitute a key share of the market during the projected period owing to the enthusiastic consumer group, rising trend of fitness, and fast moving lifestyle in the country.
Moreover, the increasing consumer inclination towards natural, safe, and cost-effective substitute for drugs and consequent rising demand from application pharmaceutical agents for probiotics are expected to boost the market growth during the forecast period.
On the other hand, the market in Germany is anticipated to exhibit a robust CAGR during the forecast period due to growing demand for probiotics in fortified foods, increasing awareness regarding processed food & beverages, and willingness of consumers to purchase premium products incorporated with probiotics.
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Key players competing in the Europe probiotics market are PepsiCo Inc.; Bio-K Plus International Inc.; Daflorn Ltd.; Danone S.A.; and Yakult Honsha. Companies are focusing on increasing investments and new product launches in order to expand their market shares.
In October 2020, Bio-K Plus International Inc. announced the launch of its new line of functional beverages, Essential to expand its portfolio of probiotic products. The company infused the new series of beverages with probiotics to offer unique, well-thought-out products and with the same high-quality standards. The project was driven by the need to democratize probiotics, making them more accessible, and support global health in a more holistic manner.