Antibiotic Free Meat Market Report 2025

The antibiotic free meat market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $167.39 billion in 2024 to $183.9 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising health concerns and consumer awareness, regulatory changes and antibiotic use regulations, growing concerns about antibiotic resistance, shift in consumer preferences and demand, advancements in livestock production practices.

The antibiotic free meat market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $264.16 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to stringent regulations and government policies, increasing consumer demand for healthier options, expansion of sustainable and ethical farming practices, retailer and food industry initiatives, global health and food safety concerns. Major trends in the forecast period include collaboration across the food supply chain, innovation in alternative health solutions for livestock, shift towards sustainable agriculture, emphasis on animal welfare and ethical farming practices.

The increasing consumer demand for healthier and premium-quality meat products is set to drive the growth of the antibiotic-free meat market. Healthy and premium-quality meat pertains to meat products enriched with high-quality nutrients and is witnessing a surge in demand, particularly evident during the COVID-19 pandemic, where frozen meats saw an 11.5% rise in premiumization in price and volume change, according to Progressive Grocer in 2022. Redefine Meat Ltd. reported global meat consumption of 340 metric tons in 2020, with expectations to exceed 460-570 metric tons by 2025, further fueling the demand for healthier meat options.

The rise of e-commerce platforms is anticipated to significantly contribute to the expansion of the antibiotic-free meat market. E-commerce, involving online retail and transactions conducted over the internet, has become a hub for health-conscious consumers seeking responsibly sourced and sustainable food options, including antibiotic-free meat. In August 2023, The Census reported that US retail e-commerce sales reached $277.6 billion in the second quarter of 2023, signifying a 2.1% increase from the previous quarter. This surge in online sales underscores the growing traction of antibiotic-free meat in the digital marketplace.

New research and development initiatives are a significant trend gaining traction in the antibiotic-free meat market. Major companies within this sector are advancing technologies and processes to broaden their product offerings. For example, in June 2022, The Cheesecake Factory, a US-based restaurant chain and cheesecake distributor, announced plans to expand its use of "No Antibiotics Ever" meat to include beef and pork. This action signifies a growing trend in the food industry toward sourcing antibiotic-free meat. The Cheesecake Factory's strategic decision highlights the restaurant's commitment to delivering high-quality dining experiences while adapting to the changing expectations of consumers.

Major corporations within the antibiotic-free meat market are directing increased investments towards the production of fresh meat items free from preservatives and antibiotic residues. For example, in February 2023, FreshToHome, an India-based direct-to-consumer (d2c) meat delivery brand, secured $104 million in Series D funding led by Amazon Smbhav Venture Fund. This funding infusion is aimed at advancing FreshToHome's commitment to offering 100% preservative and antibiotic-residue-free fresh fish, seafood, and meat, ensuring accessibility and affordability for a wider consumer base. The company has established a reputation for pioneering high-quality, sustainable, and antibiotic-free meat products, catering to the preferences of health-conscious consumers.

In June 2022, Atlas Industries Holdings LLC, a US-based holding company, completed the acquisition of Foster Farms for an undisclosed amount. This strategic move by Atlas Industries places a central emphasis on community involvement, maintaining high product quality, prioritizing customer service, and ensuring animal welfare. Foster Farms, a renowned US-based poultry producer specializing in organic and antibiotic-free poultry, aligns with this vision of quality and commitment to antibiotic-free practices in its product offerings.

Major companies operating in the antibiotic free meat market are Cargill Incorporated, Tyson Foods Inc., Hormel Foods Corporation, Perdue Farms Incorporated, Meyer Natural Angus LLC, Saffron Road Foods Inc., MamaMancini's Holdings Corporation, Ranch Foods Direct LLC, White Oak Pastures Inc., American Foods Group LLC, Koch Foods Inc., Smithfield Foods Inc., Wayne Farms Inc., Nema Halal Foods Inc., Zorabian Foods Inc., Sanderson Farms Inc., Pilgrim's Pride Corporation, Foster Farms LLC, Bell & Evans Inc., Mary's Free Range Chicken Inc., Plainville Farms, Coleman Natural Foods, Niman Ranch Inc., Springer Mountain Farms, Applegate Natural & Organic Meats Inc., Nature's Best Ltd., Laura's Lean Beef, Gunthorp Farms, D'Artagnan LLC, Tendergrass Farms LLC, Pasturebird Inc., Joyce Farms Inc., Kadejan LLC.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the antibiotic-free meat market share in 2024. The regions covered in the antibiotic free meat market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the antibiotic free meat market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Antibiotic-free meat is meat that is devoid of antibiotics and is administered only during breeding to address animal illnesses. This type of meat is produced through the practice of raising animals without the use of antibiotics.

The primary categories of antibiotic-free meat products include bovine antibiotic-free meat, swine antibiotic-free meat, poultry antibiotic-free meat, and ovine antibiotic-free meat. Bovine antibiotic-free meat specifically refers to meat sourced from cattle and water buffalo that has not been treated with antibiotics and hormones. It is available in various forms, including fresh antibiotic-free meat and processed antibiotic-free meat, and is distributed through channels such as business-to-business and business-to-consumer. Consumers from households, as well as those in the food service and food processing sectors, utilize these products.

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The antibiotic-free meat market consists of sales of turkey antibiotic-free meat and frozen antibiotic-free meat. 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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