Textured Pea Protein Market Report 2025

This Textured Pea Protein report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The textured pea protein market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $0.63 billion in 2024 to $0.69 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased demand for plant-based proteins, growth in consumer awareness of health and nutrition, rise in incidence of lactose intolerance and allergies, expansion of vegetarian and vegan diets, improved taste and texture of textured pea protein products.

The textured pea protein market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising adoption of clean label and natural ingredients, regulatory support and approvals for pea protein, increasing focus on sustainable and ethical sourcing practices, growing consumer interest in sports nutrition and fitness, market penetration in emerging economies. Major trends in the forecast period include technological advancements in protein extraction and processing, innovation in product formulations and applications, texture and mouthfeel enhancement, functional benefits beyond protein, nutritional enrichment and fortification.

The growing consumer interest in plant-based protein is driving the expansion of the textured pea protein market. In recent years, there has been a significant rise in interest in plant-based diets, with vegan, vegetarian, and flexitarian diets becoming increasingly popular. Textured pea protein boasts one of the highest protein levels globally, along with a pleasant taste and appealing texture. For example, in January 2023, the Plant Based Foods Association, a US-based trade association, reported that plant-based food sales grew by 6.6% in 2022, reaching $8 billion. Therefore, the increasing consumer interest in plant-based proteins is propelling the growth of the textured pea protein market.

The increasing demand for fortified or functional foods among consumers is expected to drive the growth of the textured pea protein market. Fortified foods are enriched with additional nutrients, while functional foods provide health benefits beyond basic nutrition. Textured pea protein serves as a plant-based protein source in functional foods, thanks to its high protein content, favorable amino acid profile, and ability to mimic meat texture, making it ideal for products like meat alternatives, vegan burgers, and other protein-rich foods. For instance, in February 2022, a report published by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, a department of the Government of Canada, noted that the growth rate of the fortified or functional foods (FF) packaged food sector was 2.4% from 2022 to 2023, with a projected total growth of 9.1% from 2022 to 2026. Consequently, the rising demand for functional foods among consumers will contribute to the expansion of the textured pea protein market.

The launch of organic pea protein isolate is an emerging trend in the textured pea protein market. Major companies in the textured pea protein sector are focused on introducing organic pea protein to satisfy the growing consumer demand for organic protein products. For example, in December 2022, Royal DSM, a Netherlands-based global science company specializing in health, nutrition, and materials, announced the launch of Vertis Textured Pea Canola Protein. This groundbreaking plant-based protein is the first of its kind to provide all nine essential amino acids, making it a complete protein. This innovative ingredient combines pea protein with Vertis CanolaPRO protein isolate, resulting in a product that is soy-free, gluten-free, and dairy-free.

In response to the growing demand for sustainable and healthy food options, major companies in the textured pea protein market are emphasizing product innovation. This innovation involves the development of novel manufacturing processes or formulations to create textured pea protein products with enhanced texture, taste, and functionality for various food applications. For instance, in December 2022, Royal DSM, a Netherlands-based company in health, nutrition, and bioscience, introduced Vertis textured pea canola protein, a groundbreaking plant protein. This textured vegetable protein is the first to contain all nine essential amino acids needed for a complete protein, offering distinct textural benefits while being soy-free, gluten-free, and dairy-free.

In June 2023, DCP Capita, a private equity firm based in China, acquired Cargill Protein China, a division of Cargill Incorporated, for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to strengthen DCP Capita's operations and expand its market presence in China, allowing it to better address local consumer demands and broader market challenges. Cargill Incorporated is a US-based provider of textured pea protein.

Major companies operating in the textured pea protein market include Roquette Freres SA, Puris Foods LLC, Burcon Nutrascience Corporation, Nisco ApS, Sotexpro SAS, Exeller NV, Vestkorn Milling AS, Nutri-Pea Ltd., Cosucra Groupe Warcoing SA, Scoular Grain Company, Axiom Foods Inc., Alliance Grain Traders Foods, The Green Labs LLC, DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences, Shandong Jianyuan Foods Co. Ltd., Kerry Group plc, Emsland Group, Yantai Shuangta Food Co. Ltd., Yantai Oriental Protein Tech Co. Ltd., Shandong Zhaoyuan Food Company, Shandong Huatai Food Co. Ltd., Ingredion Inc., Fenchem Inc., A&B Ingredients, Farbest Brands, Glanbia Nutritionals Plc, Martin & Pleasance Wholesale Pty Ltd., Now Health Group Inc., Prinova Group, Shaanxi Fuheng Biotechnology Co. Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the textured pea protein market in 2024. Europe was the second-largest market in the textured pea protein market. The regions covered in the textured pea protein market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the textured pea protein market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.

Textured pea protein serves as a protein supplement extracted from peas, specifically designed for the production of high-protein, plant-based meat substitutes. This product is naturally gluten-free and soy-free, boasting a pleasant taste and texture that makes it an excellent addition to a variety of applications and popular ingredients. Notably, textured pea protein is non-GMO and exhibits low allergenicity, positioning it as a favorable alternative to wheat and soy-based products.

The primary variations of textured pea protein are derived from yellow peas and green peas. Yellow peas, commonly referred to as field peas, are ideally dried rather than consumed in their fresh state. These peas feature a pale yellow skin (seed coat), with the inner peas displaying a deeper yellow color that fades when cooked. Textured pea protein is available in both organic and conventional forms and undergoes different processing methods, including dry and wet processing. Its applications span various industries, including food processing, animal feed, nutraceuticals, sports nutrition, infant nutrition, cosmetics, personal care, and others.

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The textured pea protein market consists of sales of green peas and yellow peas. 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.

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