Organic Snack Food Global Market Report 2024

The organic snack food market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $10.68 billion in 2023 to $11.51 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%. The growth observed during the historical period can be attributed to factors such as increasing health consciousness among consumers, a preference for organic products, the expansion of retail outlets, and evolving dietary trends.

The organic snack food market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $14.93 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.7%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to various factors, including growing sustainability concerns, the continued expansion of e-commerce, regulatory support for organic products, and the diversification of distribution channels. Notable trends expected in this forecast period encompass ongoing product innovation, increased investment in the organic snack food sector, a focus on clean labeling, the rise of plant-based and vegan options, the incorporation of functional ingredients, the demand for convenient and on-the-go snacking solutions, and innovative packaging methods to meet evolving consumer preferences.

The growth in consumers' purchasing power, coupled with increasing health consciousness and the rising consumption of organic foods due to concerns about harmful side effects associated with conventional snacks, including elevated calorie content, obesity, and reduced nutritional benefits, is propelling the market forward. Additionally, the increased spending capacity of people, particularly in developing countries like India and China, is contributing to the growing demand for organic snack food production over the forecast period. For example, in March 2023, China's government budget for 2023 is set to increase expenditure by 5.6%, resulting in a projected deficit of nearly RMB 3.9 trillion ($564.1 billion), marking a 15.1% increase from 2022. Therefore, the anticipated increase in consumer spending is expected to drive the growth of the organic snack food market in the forecast period.

The primary product types within the realm of organic snack food include fruit snacks and dried fruit snacks, puffs and chips, energy bars, meat snacks, and other related items. Energy bars, for example, are bar-shaped food products intended to provide a boost in physical energy, often containing a combination of fats, carbohydrates, proteins, and fortified with essential vitamins and minerals. Organic snack food products are distributed through various sales channels, including hypermarkets and supermarkets, online retailers, food and drink specialty stores, and convenience stores. These products cater to consumers across different age groups, including millennials, generation X, and baby boomers.

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Rising consumer awareness about health and fitness is projected to be a driving force in the organic snacks food market. Consumers are increasingly turning to organic snacks and other products due to a growing awareness of health and fitness. Obesity, primarily characterized by a high body fat percentage, is a prevalent health concern. Organic snacks offer potential benefits in obesity and diabetes management by promoting faster fat burning and inducing a catabolic state in the body. For example, in December 2022, the number of people visiting health clubs in the U.S. increased by 27% from 58 million to 73.6 million between 2019 and 2020, as reported by LIVESTRONG.com. Furthermore, according to the World Obesity Federation, an organization uniting scientific and medical professionals worldwide, approximately 1 billion people, including 1 in 5 women and 1 in 7 men, are expected to be living with obesity by 2030. Consequently, the growing consumer awareness of health and fitness is a key driver of the organic snacks food market.

The high cost of production is expected to impede the growth of the organic snack food manufacturing market. The costs associated with organic certification, organic crop fertilizers, and post-harvest handling are comparatively higher than those for conventional snack items, leading to higher prices for organic snack foods. This cost differential is likely to hinder the demand for organic snack foods in the coming years.

Many food manufacturers are launching new and healthier snacks by reducing the use of artificial colors and increasingly incorporating natural ingredients to meet consumer demands for healthier and natural options. For instance, over 11 food companies, including Chipotle, Kraft, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, Subway, and others, have eliminated artificial colors and flavors from their products. Moreover, government restrictions on artificial flavors present a significant opportunity for organic snack food manufacturers in future expansions. In line with this, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration removed six ingredients from its approved list, including ethyl acrylate, benzophenone, myrcene, pulegone, eugenyl methyl ether, and pyridine. This situation is anticipated to boost demand for the organic snack food market during the forecast period (2019 to 2023).

Major companies in the organic snack food industry are introducing innovative products, such as organic plantain scoops, to drive market revenues. Organic plantain scoops represent the first and only Upcycled Certified plantain chips, aligning with the brand's commitment to reducing food waste and offering sustainable snack options. For instance, in June 2023, Barnana, a U.S.-based company specializing in organic snacks, unveiled the top organic plantain chip brand with its new Organic Plantain Scoops at the 2023 Summer Fancy Food Show. Barnana's Organic Plantain Scoops are crafted from rescued organic plantains and their peels that would otherwise go to waste. This snack provides a unique snacking experience, with two available flavors: Himalayan pink salt and a savory option featuring three simple ingredients.

Major companies operating in the organic snack food market include Hormel Foods Corporation, General Mills Inc., SunOpta Inc., Dean Foods Co, Organic Food Bar Inc., Simply Naturals, Braga Organic Farms Inc., Annie's Homegrown, Mary's Gone Crackers Inc., Arrowhead Mills Inc., Peeled Snacks Inc., Made In Nature, Little Duck Organics, Kettle Foods Inc., Rhythm Superfoods LLC, west~bourne, Sun & Swell Inc., Thrive Market, Patagonia Provisions, Nature’s Path Foods, KIND LLC, Kalani Organica Coffees & Teas, Kangaroo Brands Inc., Plum Organics, Prime Choice Foods Inc., Primex Farms LLC, Sonora Mills Foods Inc., popchips, Horizon Organic, Natierra

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the organic snack food market in 2023. North America was the second-largest region in the organic snack food market. The regions covered in the organic snack food market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa

The countries covered in the organic snack food market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada

The organic snack food market consists of sales of tortilla chips, corn chips, potato chips, chocolates, raisins, bagels, pretzels, cookies, pancakes, and other organic snack food. 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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