Canned Lamb Market Report 2026

The canned lamb market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $1.62 billion in 2025 to $1.69 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of canned food consumption, growth of military and emergency food demand, increasing urbanization and convenience eating, advancements in food canning technologies, rising meat processing capacity.

The canned lamb market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand from disaster preparedness programs, growth of ready-to-eat meal segments, expanding food aid initiatives, rising focus on long shelf life proteins, increasing adoption in remote and offshore catering. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand for shelf-stable meat products, growing use in emergency and ready meals, expansion of institutional food supply, increasing focus on protein-rich convenience foods, enhanced emphasis on food safety and preservation.

The rising consumption of meat is expected to propel the growth of the canned lamb market in the coming years. Meat refers to edible animal flesh consumed as a key source of protein and essential nutrients. The increasing consumption of meat is closely associated with rising disposable incomes, rapid urbanization, and shifting dietary preferences across both developed and emerging economies. Canned lamb contributes to this trend by offering a convenient, shelf-stable, and easily accessible meat option that meets modern consumers’ needs for long-lasting and ready-to-use protein sources. For example, in June 2024, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), a UN-based agency for food and agriculture, reported that global meat production rose from 364.7 million tonnes (carcass weight equivalent) in 2022 to 370 million tonnes in 2023. As a result, the growing global appetite for meat is supporting the expansion of the canned lamb market.

The rapid growth in global pet ownership is expected to further drive demand in the canned lamb market. Pet ownership refers to the responsibility of caring for companion animals by providing food, shelter, and healthcare. Rising pet ownership is fueled by increasing disposable incomes, the humanization of pets, emotional companionship needs, and greater acceptance of pets within households. Canned lamb is increasingly used in pet food formulations due to its high nutritional value, digestibility, and suitability for pets with food sensitivities or allergies. For instance, in March 2025, the American Pet Products Association (APPA), a US-based trade association for the pet industry, reported that 94 million U.S. households owned at least one pet in 2024, up from 82 million in 2023. Total U.S. pet industry expenditures reached $152 billion in 2024, with sales projected to grow to $157 billion in 2025. Therefore, rising pet ownership and increased spending on premium pet nutrition are significantly contributing to the growth of the canned lamb market.

The growing consumer awareness of health and nutrition is expected to accelerate the expansion of the canned lamb market. Health and nutrition awareness reflects consumers’ understanding of how dietary choices impact physical well-being, including knowledge of nutrient content, food quality, and long-term health outcomes. This awareness has increased due to greater access to digital health information, online wellness platforms, and social media content that educate consumers about dietary guidelines and protein-rich diets. Canned lamb aligns well with these preferences by offering a high-quality protein source with essential nutrients and a long shelf life, making it an attractive option for health-conscious consumers seeking convenient meal solutions. For example, in June 2024, the International Food Information Council (IFIC), a US-based non-profit organization, reported that 54% of Americans followed a specific diet or eating pattern in the past year. Interest in increasing protein intake rose from 59% in 2022 to 67% in 2023 and reached 71% in 2024. Consequently, rising health and nutrition awareness is reinforcing demand for protein-dense products such as canned lamb, driving overall market growth.

Major companies operating in the canned lamb market are Tyson Foods Inc., Hormel Foods Corp., Perdue Farms Inc., Alliance Group Limited, AFFCO Holdings Limited, Stahly Quality Foods Ltd., Treats Unleashed Inc., Evanger's Dog And Cat Food Co., Tuffy's Pet Foods Inc., Muhubrands.com, New Zealand Lamb Company, AlexMeat & Provision Inc., Calibra Inc., Hound & Gatos Company, Wellness Pet Company Inc., Perfect Companion Group (PCG), Fortan GmbH & Co. KG., SmartHeart Pro, Caledonian Kitchen Limited, Leos Pet Her Hakk Sakldr.

North America was the largest region in the canned lamb market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the canned lamb market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the canned lamb market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The canned lamb market consists of sales of chunks, slices, shredded lamb, and stew. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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