Market Trends of north america non-dairy cheese Industry
Health consciousness and consumer preference for vegan-based products is driving the consumption of vegan cheese
- In North America, the per capita consumption of non-dairy cheese is increasing yearly due to consumers' increasing health consciousness and preference toward vegan-based products. As plant-based cheese is dairy-free and does not contain any lactose or casein, it reduces the likelihood of intestinal permeability. With non-dairy cheese having a longer shelf life and a hard texture that can be shredded conveniently, consumers prefer this product. The per capita consumption of vegan cheese is anticipated to rise at a massive growth rate of 33.5% in 2024 from 2021.
- Consumers in North America, particularly those in the United States, are adopting a vegan lifestyle. In 2022, the per capita consumption of plant-based cheese increased by 10.4% compared to 2021, while the per capita consumption of conventional cheese declined by 2.5% in the same year. In the United States, as of 2021, 62% or 79 million US households bought plant-based products. The increased repeat rates of plant-based food over the years illustrate strong consumer commitment and interest. Thus, the percentage of consumers purchasing multiple products within the plant-based category grew from 78% in 2020 to 79% in 2021.
- In North America, Canada is ranked second in per capita consumption of vegan cheese, with a market share of 16.9%. Besides animal proteins, growth hormones, and saturated animal fats, vegan cheese is a safe and healthy alternative and is also a good alternative for those with allergies or lactose intolerance. In 2022, 10% of the Canadian adult population considered themselves vegan. Canada ranks ninth globally as a vegan-friendly country.
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- Environmental impact is largely driving production in the market
