Dairy Ingredients Market Report 2025

The dairy ingredients market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $74.85 billion in 2024 to $80.38 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to strong economic growth in emerging markets, global population growth, and a growing number of health-conscious consumers.

The dairy ingredients market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $111.9 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the increasing number of diseases, rising population, rising penetration of organized retail, improvements in cold chains, increased dietary consciousness, and increasing demand for sports nutrition. Major trends in the forecast period include focusing on automation, focusing on dairy protein supplements, leveraging IoT, collaborating with e-commerce companies, focusing on clean label products, focusing on partnerships and acquisitions, focusing on developing innovative whey protein ingredients, leveraging 3D printing and focusing on the advancement of separation technologies.

The increase in health concerns among individuals is fueling the growth of the dairy ingredients market. Health-conscious consumers are raising their consumption of health products, including dietary items, to uphold a healthy lifestyle. For instance, in June 2024, an online survey of 3,000 Americans conducted by the International Food Information Council (IFIC), a U.S.-based non-profit organization that provides science-based information on food safety, nutrition, and health, revealed that 54% of 1,005 surveyed Americans adhered to a healthy diet or eating pattern in 2024, up from 52% in 2023. This growing awareness of health issues is set to drive the expansion of the dairy ingredients market.

The growing demand for sports nutrition products is anticipated to propel the dairy ingredients market's growth during the forecast period. Research indicates that products like whey protein can enhance lean body mass, muscle size, and strength. The essential amino acids present in whey promote muscle protein synthesis and aid in muscle recovery for athletes. Whey protein is absorbed more rapidly than other proteins, allowing it to reach muscles quickly. A significant number of athletes, including over 85% of elite track and field competitors, incorporate dietary supplements into their regular training or competition routines. Commonly used supplements include vitamins, minerals, protein, creatine, and various ergogenic aids. For example, in October 2023, a survey of 3,192 adults by the Council for Responsible Nutrition, a U.S.-based trade association for the dietary supplement and functional food industry, found that 74% of U.S. adults take dietary supplements, and user confidence in the perceived quality of sports nutrition supplements increased by 5 percentage points to 66% compared to 2022, while confidence in the weight management category rose by 4 percentage points to 56% from 2022. Thus, the rising demand for sports nutrition products is expected to drive growth in the dairy ingredients market.

Leading companies in the dairy ingredient market are emphasizing innovative ingredients like milk protein concentrate to achieve a competitive edge. Milk protein concentrate is a dairy product that contains a higher concentration of milk proteins, commonly used to enhance the protein content and improve the texture and flavor of various food items. For example, in November 2023, Valio, a Finland-based dairy company, launched Valio Eila MPC 65, a new milk protein concentrate aimed at helping manufacturers create tastier and healthier high-protein products to meet growing global demand. Leveraging its expertise in lactose-free milk protein development, Valio has prioritized improving the taste and texture of final products with this innovative concentrate. Being lactose-free for better digestive comfort, Valio Eila MPC 65 is perfect for enhancing the quality of protein puddings, shakes, ice creams, and beverages.

Major players in the dairy ingredient market are concentrating on advancing separation and fat reduction technologies to tackle challenges related to the supply of raw materials. Fat reduction technology refers to innovative methods that lower fat content in dairy products while preserving taste and texture, often through the controlled aggregation of milk proteins to replicate the properties of fat. For instance, in July 2024, Nestlé, a Switzerland-based food and beverage company, introduced a new fat-reduction solution for two of its milk brands, representing its latest innovation in the dairy sector. This breakthrough involves controlling the aggregation of milk proteins to imitate the size and texture of milk fat, resulting in lower calorie levels compared to full-fat milk. The technology is being implemented in Nestlé's Ninho and Nido powdered milk brands. Additionally, the company has introduced an enzymatic process to reduce intrinsic sugars in key ingredients, along with a proprietary micro-aeration technology that enhances the creaminess of chocolate while aligning with consumer taste preferences.

In March 2022, Dodla Dairy Ltd., an India-based dairy company, acquired Sri Krishna Milks Pvt. Ltd. for $6 million. This acquisition aims to improve Dodla Dairy's business operations and strengthen its position in the dairy industry. Sri Krishna Milks Pvt. Ltd. is an India-based dairy company specializing in milk procurement and the manufacturing and sale of various dairy products.

Major companies operating in the dairy ingredients market include Fonterra Co-operative Group, Dairy Farmers of America, Groupe Lactalis, Agropur Dairy Cooperative, Saputo Inc, Arla Foods, Sodiaal Group, Glanbia PLC, Kerry Group, Milk Specialties, Pacific Dairy Ingredients, ProviCo, Amul, Pacific Dairy, China Mengniu Dairy Company Limited, Milk Powder Co.Ltd, China Shengmu Organic Milk Limited, Mother Dairy, Kwality Limited, Dynamix Dairy, AAVIN, MILMA, Dudhsagar Dairy, Bates Dairy, Muller UK & Ireland, Dairy Crest, Meadow Foods, Dale Farm, Yeo Valley, Glanbia Cheese, Lactalis International, Danone S.A, Savencia Fromage & Dairy, Dutch Dairy Center, Holland Dairy Star BV, Michael and Augustine, Bel Group, J.N Dairies, Carron Lodge Ltd, County Milk Products Ltd, Kompaniya Pavlov, Molvest, Olam, Rusmolco, CLAL, Siemens Dairy industry, Gabrovo Milk Ltd, JOSSI Ltd, Kondov Ecoproductia, Lactalis, Nestle, Danone North America, Schreiber Foods, Kraft Heinz Co, ConAgra Brands, Prairie Farms Dairy Inc, California Dairies Inc, Sunopta Inc, GLORIA SA, NESTLE PERU SA, SANCOR COOPERATIVAS UNIDAS LIMITADA, Italac, Piracanjuba, La Serenisima, Colun, Ilolay, The Hain Celestial Group Inc, Earth's Own Food Company, Eden Foods Inc, Al Safi Danone Ltd, Nada Dairy, Nadec, Saudia Dairy and Foodstuff Company (Sadfco), Ornua, Danya Foods Ltd, Al Amoudi Group, Yalla Protein, Almarai, Pinar Dairy Food Co, Friesland Arabia Ltd, Tara Dairy, Arla Food Inc, Dano Milk Nigeria, Fan Milk Plc, FrieslandCampina, Bandini Cheese (Pty) Ltd, Clover SA (Pty) Ltd, Coega Dairy (Pty) Ltd, Danone Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd, Darling Romery (Pty) Ltd, Denmar Estates (Pty) Ltd, The Arab Dairy Products Co, Brego Food Industries.

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

Dairy ingredients encompass substances utilized in the production of dairy goods or as constituent elements for items derived from milk. These ingredients consist of milk, yogurt, cheese, lactose-free milk, fortified soy milk, and related products. Excluded are dairy items high in fat and low in calcium content, such as cream cheese, sour cream, cream, and butter.

The primary types of dairy ingredients include milk powder, whey protein, milk protein, third-generation ingredients, casein, buttermilk powder, whey permeate, and lactose. Milk powder is created by evaporating the water content of milk, resulting in a dry substance. Whole milk powder typically contains 26% to 40% milk fat and no more than 5% moisture on a milk solids-not-fat basis. Sources of different dairy ingredients include milk and whey, available in both powder and liquid forms. Diverse production methods for dairy ingredients include traditional processes and membrane separation. These methods find application in various sectors such as dairy products, convenience foods, bakery and confectionery, instant milk formula, sports nutrition, medical nutrition, animal nutrition, and other relevant industries.

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The dairy ingredients market consists of sales of butter, cheese, ice cream, yogurt, and condensed and dried milk. 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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