North America Non-Dairy Milk Market Size
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Study Period | 2017 - 2029 |
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Market Size (2024) | USD 5.15 Billion |
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Market Size (2029) | USD 8.93 Billion |
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Largest Share by Distribution Channel | Off-Trade |
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CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 11.64 % |
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Largest Share by Country | United States |
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Market Concentration | Medium |
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North America Non-Dairy Milk Market Analysis
The North America Non-Dairy Milk Market size is estimated at 5.15 billion USD in 2024, and is expected to reach 8.93 billion USD by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 11.64% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
5.15 Billion
Market Size in 2024 (USD)
8.93 Billion
Market Size in 2029 (USD)
7.81 %
CAGR (2017-2023)
11.64 %
CAGR (2024-2029)
Largest Market by Product Type
53.11 %
value share, Almond Milk, 2023
Growing awareness regarding animal cruelty and high acceptance of veganism are prompting consumers to opt for vegan foods such as Almond Milk, captivating to segmental growth
Largest Market by Distribution Channel
92.91 %
value share, Off-Trade, 2023
The growth of segment in the country is largely driven with the existence of an inviting place for customers to shop, as they are constantly drawn to make large purchases.
Fastest-growing Market by Product Type
14.12 %
Projected CAGR, Hemp Milk, 2024-2029
The improved health benefits in hemp milk consumption along with growing health consciousness among the consumers in the region is largely driving the growth of the segment.
Fastest-growing Market by Distribution Channel
11.85 %
Projected CAGR, Off-Trade, 2024-2029
The increased adoption of e-commerce platform among the consumers and growing presence of online retailers in North America is anticipated to drive the off-trade segment.
Leading Market Player
24.21 %
market share, Danone SA, 2022
Product diversity in the sector making plant-based beverages suitable for wide range of consumers in the region is msking it space to occupy the market share in the market studied.
Rise in modern grocery retailing including hypermarkets and online stores fuels the sales through off-trade channels
- Hypermarkets and supermarkets primarily drive the high market share of off-trade channels. Supermarkets and hypermarkets have always maintained a strong lead in plant-based milk sales in the market. The proximity factor of these channels, especially in large and developed cities, provides an added advantage of influencing the consumer’s decision to purchase among the large variety of products available in the market. In the United States, supermarkets and hypermarkets covered 73.97% of plant-based milk sales, in terms of value, in 2022.
- Convenience stores are the second most widely preferred off-trade distribution channel after supermarkets and hypermarkets to purchase plant-based milk. The segment acquired a 12.19% market share, in terms of volume, in 2022. The broader reach and easy access to private label brands drive the consumer preference for traditional grocery stores over other retail channels.
- The online channel in North America is projected to be the fastest-growing distribution channel for plant-based milk. The segment registered a growth of 81.93% in value from 2017-2022. In Canada, the online sales of plant-based milk are anticipated to register a CAGR of 15.09% during the forecast period to reach a market value of USD 23.78 million by the end of 2029.
- The market’s growth in the online segment is attributed to the increasing investments by modern grocery stores in the online delivery infrastructure in response to the changing purchasing behavior of Canadian consumers. Almost 22% of Canadians regularly purchased groceries online in 2021. Prominent online retailers in the market studied include Instacart, Amazon Fresh, Walmart, Kroger, Shipt, Thrive Market, Whole Foods, and FreshDirect.
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Adoption of vegan lifestyles among U.S. consumers propels the consumption of plant-based milk
- Plant-based milk is gaining significant acceptance among the US population due to the rising importance of vegetarian diets as a part of healthy lifestyles. Around 68% of US adults have tried a dairy alternative or plant-based meat. Surveys also report that around 34% of respondents are interested in adopting vegan lifestyles to reduce environmental impacts. Therefore, the United States is identified as the major market in the region, with a volume consumption registered growth of 32.57% from 2017-2022.
- The Canadian plant-based milk market is anticipated to register a CAGR of 9.76% during 2023-2029 to reach a market volume of 292,898.79 tonnes by the end of 2023. The market’s growth is primarily attributed to the rise in the vegan population. In 2021, retail sales of plant-based ready meals in Canada represented a share of 17% of total free-from-ready meal sales. The growing number of retail partners specializing in vegan food distribution is another key factor driving the growth in the Canadian market. Some retailers include Compass Foods, Instacart, Well.ca, Avron, Walmart, and Amazon. Well.ca offers dairy alternatives of different brands such as Califia, Chobani, Blue Diamond, and Earth's Own.
- As consumers are shifting toward healthy variants featuring no or reduced sugar, the demand for unsweetened plant milk is expected to increase during the forecast period. For instance, eight out of every 10 US adults intentionally avoid or reduce sugar in their diets, with 16% stating that it is the most important thing they are trying to reduce. Key brands specializing in unsweetened plant milk are Silk, Califia, Planet Oat, Orgain, and Elmhurst.
North America Non-Dairy Milk Market Trends
The beneficial factors of plant-based milk products, with a larger impact from environment-conscious consumers, drive consumption in North America.
- Plant-based milk is highly gaining interest in the North American market, as the awareness and proof regarding their benefits are rising in the region. Among all the available plant-based milk, almond milk was the leading type of milk alternative in the United States in 2021. For that year, almond milk was valued at approximately USD 344 million. A favorable proportion of consumers are willing to shift to better products for their bodies, the environment, and animal welfare and move to plant-based sources for their dietary needs. Non-dairy milk is now available as a suitable substitute on the shelves of major grocery and coffee chains in the United States.
- In the United States, 67% of adults have tried non-dairy milk, and about 1 in 3 consume it at least once a week. In addition, 82% of those who consume alternative milk do so because they like the flavor, while 56% are environmentally conscious. Products like soy milk and oat milk are now almost as widespread in American households as some varieties of conventional cow's milk, almost a decade after non-dairy beverages began their slow and steady surge in the North American market.
- The competition for refrigerator space has intensified as players in the market, including manufacturers of plant-based and conventional milk, have begun to highlight various options on the horizon. These solutions include companies in the food technology industry that serve environmentally conscious customers. In 2020, the region's retail sales value of plant-based milk in the world amounted to nearly USD 3.20 billion. With factors like nutritional density, gut health, reduced toxicity (from pesticides), animal welfare, and digestibility, the market is projected to witness a positive impact in the upcoming years.
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OTHER KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS COVERED IN THE REPORT
- The increasing production of soybean is driving the segment.
North America Non-Dairy Milk Industry Overview
The North America Non-Dairy Milk Market is moderately consolidated, with the top five companies occupying 47.97%. The major players in this market are Blue Diamond Growers, Califia Farms LLC, Campbell Soup Company, Danone SA and Oatly Group AB (sorted alphabetically).
North America Non-Dairy Milk Market Leaders
Blue Diamond Growers
Califia Farms LLC
Campbell Soup Company
Danone SA
Oatly Group AB
Other important companies include Elmhurst Milked LLC, Laird Superfood LLC, The Hain Celestial Group Inc..
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order.
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North America Non-Dairy Milk Market News
- May 2022: Danone Canada launched Nextmilk under the Silk brand. This beverage is a non-GMO product that is free from lactose, gluten, carrageenan, artificial colors, and flavors.
- April 2022: Califia Farms launched an unsweetened Oat Milk designed for at-home consumption and purchase in natural, specialty, and grocery retailers.
- January 2022: Danone SA Launched the plant-based milk product Silk Nextmilk under the Silk brand. The product is also lactose-free and non-GMO verified.
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North America Non-Dairy Milk Market Report - Table of Contents
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & KEY FINDINGS
REPORT OFFERS
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. Study Assumptions & Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Study
1.3. Research Methodology
2. KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS
2.1. Per Capita Consumption
2.2. Raw Material/commodity Production
2.2.1. Dairy Alternative - Raw Material Production
2.3. Regulatory Framework
2.3.1. Canada
2.3.2. Mexico
2.3.3. United States
2.4. Value Chain & Distribution Channel Analysis
3. MARKET SEGMENTATION (includes market size in Value in USD and Volume, Forecasts up to 2029 and analysis of growth prospects)
3.1. Product Type
3.1.1. Almond Milk
3.1.2. Cashew Milk
3.1.3. Coconut Milk
3.1.4. Hemp Milk
3.1.5. Oat Milk
3.1.6. Soy Milk
3.2. Distribution Channel
3.2.1. Off-Trade
3.2.1.1. By Sub Distribution Channels
3.2.1.1.1. Convenience Stores
3.2.1.1.2. Online Retail
3.2.1.1.3. Specialist Retailers
3.2.1.1.4. Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
3.2.1.1.5. Others (Warehouse clubs, gas stations, etc.)
3.2.2. On-Trade
3.3. Country
3.3.1. Canada
3.3.2. Mexico
3.3.3. United States
3.3.4. Rest of North America
4. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
4.1. Key Strategic Moves
4.2. Market Share Analysis
4.3. Company Landscape
4.4. Company Profiles (includes Global Level Overview, Market Level Overview, Core Business Segments, Financials, Headcount, Key Information, Market Rank, Market Share, Products and Services, and Analysis of Recent Developments).
4.4.1. Blue Diamond Growers
4.4.2. Califia Farms LLC
4.4.3. Campbell Soup Company
4.4.4. Danone SA
4.4.5. Elmhurst Milked LLC
4.4.6. Laird Superfood LLC
4.4.7. Oatly Group AB
4.4.8. The Hain Celestial Group Inc.
5. KEY STRATEGIC QUESTIONS FOR DAIRY AND DAIRY ALTERNATIVE CEOS
6. APPENDIX
6.1. Global Overview
6.1.1. Overview
6.1.2. Porter’s Five Forces Framework
6.1.3. Global Value Chain Analysis
6.1.4. Market Dynamics (DROs)
6.2. Sources & References
6.3. List of Tables & Figures
6.4. Primary Insights
6.5. Data Pack
6.6. Glossary of Terms
List of Tables & Figures
- Figure 1:
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION OF NON-DAIRY MILK, KG, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 2:
- PRODUCTION VOLUME OF NORTH AMERICA NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET - RAW MATERIAL, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2021
- Figure 3:
- VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY MILK, METRIC TONNES, BY NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 4:
- VALUE OF NON-DAIRY MILK, USD MN, BY NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 5:
- VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET BY PRODUCT TYPE, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 6:
- VALUE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET BY PRODUCT TYPE, USD MN, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 7:
- VOLUME SHARE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET BY PRODUCT TYPE, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 8:
- VALUE SHARE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET BY PRODUCT TYPE, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 9:
- VOLUME OF ALMOND MILK MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 10:
- VALUE OF ALMOND MILK MARKET, USD MN, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 11:
- VALUE SHARE OF ALMOND MILK MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 12:
- VOLUME OF CASHEW MILK MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 13:
- VALUE OF CASHEW MILK MARKET, USD MN, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 14:
- VALUE SHARE OF CASHEW MILK MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 15:
- VOLUME OF COCONUT MILK MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 16:
- VALUE OF COCONUT MILK MARKET, USD MN, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 17:
- VALUE SHARE OF COCONUT MILK MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 18:
- VOLUME OF HEMP MILK MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 19:
- VALUE OF HEMP MILK MARKET, USD MN, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 20:
- VALUE SHARE OF HEMP MILK MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 21:
- VOLUME OF OAT MILK MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 22:
- VALUE OF OAT MILK MARKET, USD MN, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 23:
- VALUE SHARE OF OAT MILK MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 24:
- VOLUME OF SOY MILK MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 25:
- VALUE OF SOY MILK MARKET, USD MN, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 26:
- VALUE SHARE OF SOY MILK MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 27:
- VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 28:
- VALUE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, USD MN, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 29:
- VOLUME SHARE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL , %, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 30:
- VALUE SHARE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL , %, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 31:
- VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET BY SUB DISTRIBUTION CHANNELS, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 32:
- VALUE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET BY SUB DISTRIBUTION CHANNELS, USD MN, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 33:
- VOLUME SHARE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET, BY SUB DISTRIBUTION CHANNELS , %, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 34:
- VALUE SHARE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET, BY SUB DISTRIBUTION CHANNELS , %, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 35:
- VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET SOLD VIA CONVENIENCE STORES, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 36:
- VALUE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET SOLD VIA CONVENIENCE STORES, USD MN, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 37:
- VALUE SHARE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET, SOLD VIA CONVENIENCE STORES, BY CATEGORY , %, NORTH AMERICA, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 38:
- VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET SOLD VIA ONLINE RETAIL, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 39:
- VALUE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET SOLD VIA ONLINE RETAIL, USD MN, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 40:
- VALUE SHARE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET, SOLD VIA ONLINE RETAIL, BY CATEGORY , %, NORTH AMERICA, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 41:
- VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET SOLD VIA SPECIALIST RETAILERS, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 42:
- VALUE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET SOLD VIA SPECIALIST RETAILERS, USD MN, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 43:
- VALUE SHARE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET, SOLD VIA SPECIALIST RETAILERS, BY CATEGORY , %, NORTH AMERICA, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 44:
- VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET SOLD VIA SUPERMARKETS AND HYPERMARKETS, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 45:
- VALUE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET SOLD VIA SUPERMARKETS AND HYPERMARKETS, USD MN, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 46:
- VALUE SHARE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET, SOLD VIA SUPERMARKETS AND HYPERMARKETS, BY CATEGORY , %, NORTH AMERICA, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 47:
- VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET SOLD VIA OTHERS (WAREHOUSE CLUBS, GAS STATIONS, ETC.), METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 48:
- VALUE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET SOLD VIA OTHERS (WAREHOUSE CLUBS, GAS STATIONS, ETC.), USD MN, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 49:
- VALUE SHARE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET, SOLD VIA OTHERS (WAREHOUSE CLUBS, GAS STATIONS, ETC.), BY CATEGORY , %, NORTH AMERICA, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 50:
- VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET SOLD VIA ON-TRADE, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 51:
- VALUE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET SOLD VIA ON-TRADE, USD MN, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 52:
- VALUE SHARE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET, SOLD VIA ON-TRADE, BY CATEGORY , %, NORTH AMERICA, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 53:
- VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET BY COUNTRY, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 54:
- VALUE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET BY COUNTRY, USD MN, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 55:
- VOLUME SHARE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET, BY COUNTRY , %, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 56:
- VALUE SHARE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET, BY COUNTRY , %, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 57:
- VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET, METRIC TONNES, CANADA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 58:
- VALUE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET, USD MN, CANADA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 59:
- VALUE SHARE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET, BY CATEGORY , %, CANADA, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 60:
- VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET, METRIC TONNES, MEXICO, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 61:
- VALUE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET, USD MN, MEXICO, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 62:
- VALUE SHARE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET, BY CATEGORY , %, MEXICO, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 63:
- VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET, METRIC TONNES, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 64:
- VALUE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET, USD MN, UNITED STATES, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 65:
- VALUE SHARE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET, BY CATEGORY , %, UNITED STATES, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 66:
- VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET, METRIC TONNES, REST OF NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 67:
- VALUE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET, USD MN, REST OF NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 68:
- VALUE SHARE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET, BY CATEGORY , %, REST OF NORTH AMERICA, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 69:
- MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES BY NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES, COUNT, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 70:
- MOST ADOPTED STRATEGIES, COUNT, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 71:
- VALUE SHARE OF MAJOR PLAYERS, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2022
North America Non-Dairy Milk Industry Segmentation
Almond Milk, Cashew Milk, Coconut Milk, Hemp Milk, Oat Milk, Soy Milk are covered as segments by Product Type. Off-Trade, On-Trade are covered as segments by Distribution Channel. Canada, Mexico, United States are covered as segments by Country.
- Hypermarkets and supermarkets primarily drive the high market share of off-trade channels. Supermarkets and hypermarkets have always maintained a strong lead in plant-based milk sales in the market. The proximity factor of these channels, especially in large and developed cities, provides an added advantage of influencing the consumer’s decision to purchase among the large variety of products available in the market. In the United States, supermarkets and hypermarkets covered 73.97% of plant-based milk sales, in terms of value, in 2022.
- Convenience stores are the second most widely preferred off-trade distribution channel after supermarkets and hypermarkets to purchase plant-based milk. The segment acquired a 12.19% market share, in terms of volume, in 2022. The broader reach and easy access to private label brands drive the consumer preference for traditional grocery stores over other retail channels.
- The online channel in North America is projected to be the fastest-growing distribution channel for plant-based milk. The segment registered a growth of 81.93% in value from 2017-2022. In Canada, the online sales of plant-based milk are anticipated to register a CAGR of 15.09% during the forecast period to reach a market value of USD 23.78 million by the end of 2029.
- The market’s growth in the online segment is attributed to the increasing investments by modern grocery stores in the online delivery infrastructure in response to the changing purchasing behavior of Canadian consumers. Almost 22% of Canadians regularly purchased groceries online in 2021. Prominent online retailers in the market studied include Instacart, Amazon Fresh, Walmart, Kroger, Shipt, Thrive Market, Whole Foods, and FreshDirect.
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Market Definition
- Dairy Alternatives - Dairy alternatives are foods that are made from plant-based milk/oils instead of their usual animal products, such as cheese, butter, milk, ice cream, yogurt, etc. Plant-based or non-dairy milk alternative is the fast-growing segment in the newer food product development category of functional and specialty beverage across the globe.
- Non-Dairy Butter - Non dairy butter is a vegan butter alternative that is made from a mixture of plant oils. With an increase in alternative diets like vegetarianism, veganism, and gluten intolerance, plant butter is a healthy non-dairy substitute for normal butter.
- Non-Dairy Ice Cream - Plant based ice cream is a growing category. Non-dairy ice cream is a type of dessert made without any animal ingredients. This is typically considered a substitute for regular ice cream for those who cannot or do not eat animal or animal-derived products, including eggs, milk, cream, or honey.
- Plant-Based Milk - Plant based milks are milk substitutes that are made from nuts (e.g., hazelnuts, hemp seeds), seeds (e.g., sesame, walnuts, coconuts, cashews, almonds, rice, oats, etc.) or legumes (e.g., soy). Plant-based milk such as soy milk and almond milk have been popular in East Asia and the Middle East for centuries.
| Keyword | Definition |
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| Cultured Butter | Cultured butter is prepared by having the raw butter go through chemical processing and has been added with certain emulsifiers and foreign ingredients. |
| Uncultured Butter | This type of butter is one which has not been processed in any way |
| Natural Cheese | The type of cheese in its most natural form. It is made from natural and simple products and ingredients, including fresh and natural salts, natural colors, enzymes, and high-quality milk. |
| Processed Cheese | Processed cheese undergoes the same processes as natural cheese; however, it requires more steps and many different forms of ingredients. Making processed cheese involves melting natural cheese, emulsifying it, and adding preservatives and other artificial ingredients or colorings. |
| Single Cream | Single cream contains around 18% fat. It’s a single layer of cream that appears over boiled milk. |
| Double Cream | Double cream contains 48% fat, more than double the amount of fat of single cream. It’s heavier and thicker than single cream |
| Whipping Cream | This has a much higher fat percentage than single cream (36%). Used to top cakes, pies, and puddings and as a thickener for sauces, soups, and fillings. |
| Frozen Desserts | Desserts that are meant to be eaten in frozen condition. E.g., sherbets, sorbets, frozen yogurts |
| UHT Milk (Ultra-high temperature milk) | Milk heated at a very high temperature. Ultra-high-temperature processing (UHT) of milk involves heating for 1–8 sec at 135–154°C. which kills the spore-forming pathogenic microorganism, resulting in a product with a shelf-life of several months. |
| Non-dairy butter/Plant-based butter | Butter made from plant-derived oil such as coconut, palm, etc. |
| Non-dairy Yogurt | Yogurt made from typically made from nuts, like almonds, cashews, coconuts, and even other foods like soybeans, plantains, oats, and peas |
| On-trade | It refers to restaurants, QSRs, and bars. |
| Off-trade | It refers to supermarkets, hypermarkets, on-line channels, etc. |
| Neufchatel cheese | One of the oldest kinds of cheese in France. It is a soft, slightly crumbly, mold-ripened, bloomy-rind cheese made in the Neufchâtel-en-Bray region of Normandy. |
| Flexitarian | It refers to a consumer preferring a semi-vegetarian diet, that is centered on plant foods with limited or occasional inclusion of meat. |
| Lactose Intolerance | Lactose intolerance is a reaction in digestive system to lactose, the sugar in milk. It causes uncomfortable symptoms in response to the consumption of dairy products. |
| Cream Cheese | Cream cheese is a soft and creamy fresh cheese with a tangy taste made from milk and cream. |
| Sorbets | Sorbet is a frozen dessert made using ice combined with fruit juice, fruit purée, or other ingredients, such as wine, liqueur, or honey. |
| Sherbet | Sherbet is a sweetened frozen dessert made with fruit and some sort of dairy product such as milk or cream. |
| Shelf stable | Foods that can be safely stored at room temperature, or "on the shelf," for at least one year and do not have to be cooked or refrigerated to eat safely. |
| DSD | Direct Store Delivery is the process in supply chain management wherein the product is delivered from manufacturing plant directly to the retailer. |
| OU Kosher | Orthodox Union Kosher is a kosher certification agency based in New York City. |
| Gelato | Gelato is a frozen creamy dessert made with milk, heavy cream and sugar. |
| Grass-fed Cows | Grass-fed cows are allowed to graze in pastures, where they eat a variety of grasses and clover. |
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