Market Trends of Sesame Seed Industry
Rising Demand for Sesame as a Functional Ingredient
The sesame crop is considered one of the most vital crops in developing countries, as it is well cultivated in sandy lands, is heavy and light yellow, and has been newly reclaimed. Over the years, sesame seed production and demand have increased. According to FAOSTAT, Brazil, China, India, Japan, Tanzania, and Sudan are major sesame-producing countries. For instance, in 2021, global sesame seed production was 6.67 million metric tons, which increased to 6.74 million metric tons in 2022.
The increasing demand for sesame seed as a functional ingredient in several foods is due to its ability to facilitate reduced hypertension and digestion. Rich sources of antioxidants, polyphenols, vitamins, minerals, etc., drive the market. The popularity of these seeds has expanded considerably over the recent past with product launches, as consumers are more inclined toward natural and wholesome ingredients. The market is propelled by consumer preference toward functional and health-based naturally derived products. The rising application of sesame seeds as an antioxidant source in various pharmaceutical formulations will likely drive the sesame seeds market soon. Therefore, increasing demand for sesame seeds as a functional ingredient in several foods will drive production during the forecast period.
North America is the One of the Major Consumers of Sesame Seeds
Consumers around the North American region are looking for healthy ingredients in their diets owing to increased obesity rates. According to the CDC, in 2021, the prevalence of US obesity increased from 30.5% to 41.9%. During the same year, the incidence of severe obesity increased from 4.7% to 9.2%. Consequently, sesame seeds have gained consumer attraction over the last few years due to their healthy profile.
Sesame seeds are high in powerful amino acids, like tryptophan and polyphenols, which aid in weight loss. This, in turn, has boosted their adoption in many of the baking products, packed goods, and as an ingredient in many of the food and beverage products in American cuisine. In the United States, sesame seeds have increased in many packaged goods and baked products, and they are an ingredient in many culinary and beverage products in American cuisine. Sesame seeds are used as a confectionery topping, baked goods, and condiment in the United States.
