Market Trends of Global Hemp Protein Industry
This section covers the major market trends shaping the Hemp Protein Market according to our research experts:
Increased Demand for High Quality, Plant Based and Safe Protein Source
Animal based proteins has been undergoing various controversies during the past years, regarding the carcinogenicity regarding the red meat and the antibiotic residues found in meat. The emerging trend of veganism has also helped in rising the revenue of the market. In addition minimally processed and chemical-free consumption patterns has also opened an oppprtunity for the market. Studies has also shown that consuming plant based protein can help in reducing the risk of diseases such as cardiovascular diseases and cancer. Moreover it has various other benefits such as immune-system booster, weight suppressant, and its ability to lower blood pressure and cholesterol. Additionally hemp protein has the highest percentage of protein as total weight, thus it can be considered as a suitable substitute for animal protein.
North America Emerges as Major Market for Hemp Protein
The United States is leading market for hemp protein in the North American region. The major advancement for hemp industry in the United States came in 2014 with the passage of the US Farm Bill that allowed states to conduct hemp pilot programs. However the federal government permission is still the mandatory requirement. Since hemp is also from the same species of plant, Cannabis sativa, as marijuana, its production in the United States is restricted. The ease of regulations will provide further impetus to overall hemp protein market in the United States. JD Farms is one of the major and the first legal hemp farm in New York.
