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In the News
June 2018: Tyson Foods, Inc. acquires Tecumseh Poultry LLC which is one of the leading brands of organic chicken i.e. air-chilled Smart Chicken®, to expand its product diversification.
May 2019: The Organic Trade Association (OTA) released a report on organic industry survey stating that in United States, in 2018, organic market broke through the $50 billion mark for the first time, with sales hitting a record $52.5 billion, up 6.3 percent from the previous year.
Introduction to Organic Meat
Organic meat is referred to the meat which is obtained from the livestock after feeding them 100% organic food. They are produced with the help of organic farming, which is all about working with nature to produce food in a sustainable way, better for animals, the environment and for humans. Organic meat is thus obtained from animals or birds raised in an organic system and their growth maintained by sound hygienic nutrition. There are strict standards for organic farming e.g. during the entire process the livestock is prohibited from the use of synthetic fertilizers, additives, pesticides, growth regulators and are regularly inspected by certifying bodies. This regulation makes organic meat healthier and tastier than the conventional meat products available in the market.
Market Size and Forecast
Increasing concerns about meat quality and rising health consciousness as well as presence of perceived nutritional values in organic meat products are some of the significant factors boosting the market growth. The organic meat market is anticipated to record a significant CAGR over the forecast period, i.e., 2020-2028. The market is segmented by distribution channel into supermarket, retail stores, speciality stores and organic stores. Among these segments, the segment for supermarket is anticipated to hold the leading share in the market on account of high efficiency in managing supply chain and distribution of products in supermarkets and hypermarkets.
Growth Drivers
Increasing Concerns Towards Degrading Quality of Synthetic Products to Boost the Market Growth
There has been a growing concern over food authenticity and detection of adulteration in various food segments on account of fraudulent substitution and mislabelling of meat products. This has resulted an extensive growth in the requirement for numerous organic products which has led to a rise in demand for organic meat. Moreover, the large-scale use of antibiotics, synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, and chemical additives during the manufacturing of processed meat have adverse effect on human health. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), strains of pathogens on raw beef trim are an emerging threat to foodborne illness diseases and human health. Additionally, the growth regulators given to animals contains carcinogenic substances which can increase the risk of cancer and liver damage in human body. This is anticipated to significantly expand the market.
By Region
On the basis of regional analysis, the organic meat market is segmented into five major regions including North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East & Africa region.
The market for organic meat in North America is anticipated to hold the largest share in the market on account of presence of leading market players in the region which manufacture and market organic meat. Moreover, rising consumer preference for chemical free high quality, healthy and nutritional meat from health conscious people further increases the product demand. The market in Asia Pacific is predicted to grow at the highest rate during the forecast period as a result of growing awareness among people about multiple nutritional benefits of organic meat. Additionally, several meat producing companies are keen on expanding their business, especially in countries such as China and India on account of immense growth opportunities which further raise the demand for organic meat.
The organic meat market is further classified on the basis of region as follows:
Please note this is an ongoing research and will be delivered 8-9 working days after order confirmation. The TOC can be also be requested.
In the News
June 2018: Tyson Foods, Inc. acquires Tecumseh Poultry LLC which is one of the leading brands of organic chicken i.e. air-chilled Smart Chicken®, to expand its product diversification.
May 2019: The Organic Trade Association (OTA) released a report on organic industry survey stating that in United States, in 2018, organic market broke through the $50 billion mark for the first time, with sales hitting a record $52.5 billion, up 6.3 percent from the previous year.
Introduction to Organic Meat
Organic meat is referred to the meat which is obtained from the livestock after feeding them 100% organic food. They are produced with the help of organic farming, which is all about working with nature to produce food in a sustainable way, better for animals, the environment and for humans. Organic meat is thus obtained from animals or birds raised in an organic system and their growth maintained by sound hygienic nutrition. There are strict standards for organic farming e.g. during the entire process the livestock is prohibited from the use of synthetic fertilizers, additives, pesticides, growth regulators and are regularly inspected by certifying bodies. This regulation makes organic meat healthier and tastier than the conventional meat products available in the market.
Market Size and Forecast
Increasing concerns about meat quality and rising health consciousness as well as presence of perceived nutritional values in organic meat products are some of the significant factors boosting the market growth. The organic meat market is anticipated to record a significant CAGR over the forecast period, i.e., 2020-2028. The market is segmented by distribution channel into supermarket, retail stores, speciality stores and organic stores. Among these segments, the segment for supermarket is anticipated to hold the leading share in the market on account of high efficiency in managing supply chain and distribution of products in supermarkets and hypermarkets.
Growth Drivers
Increasing Concerns Towards Degrading Quality of Synthetic Products to Boost the Market Growth
There has been a growing concern over food authenticity and detection of adulteration in various food segments on account of fraudulent substitution and mislabelling of meat products. This has resulted an extensive growth in the requirement for numerous organic products which has led to a rise in demand for organic meat. Moreover, the large-scale use of antibiotics, synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, and chemical additives during the manufacturing of processed meat have adverse effect on human health. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), strains of pathogens on raw beef trim are an emerging threat to foodborne illness diseases and human health. Additionally, the growth regulators given to animals contains carcinogenic substances which can increase the risk of cancer and liver damage in human body. This is anticipated to significantly expand the market.
By Region
On the basis of regional analysis, the organic meat market is segmented into five major regions including North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East & Africa region.
The market for organic meat in North America is anticipated to hold the largest share in the market on account of presence of leading market players in the region which manufacture and market organic meat. Moreover, rising consumer preference for chemical free high quality, healthy and nutritional meat from health conscious people further increases the product demand. The market in Asia Pacific is predicted to grow at the highest rate during the forecast period as a result of growing awareness among people about multiple nutritional benefits of organic meat. Additionally, several meat producing companies are keen on expanding their business, especially in countries such as China and India on account of immense growth opportunities which further raise the demand for organic meat.
The organic meat market is further classified on the basis of region as follows:
- North America (U.S. & Canada) Market size, Y-O-Y growth & Opportunity Analysis
- Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Rest of Latin America) Market size, Y-O-Y growth & Opportunity Analysis
- Europe (U.K., Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Hungary, Belgium, Netherlands & Luxembourg, NORDIC, Poland, Turkey, Russia, Rest of Europe) Market size, Y-O-Y growth & Opportunity Analysis
- Asia-Pacific (China, India, Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Malaysia, Australia, New Zealand, Rest of Asia-Pacific) Market size, Y-O-Y growth & Opportunity Analysis.
Please note this is an ongoing research and will be delivered 8-9 working days after order confirmation. The TOC can be also be requested.
Companies Mentioned
- Perdue Farms
- Eversfield Organic Ltd.
- Swillington Organic Farm Ltd.
- Arcadian Organic & Natural Meat Co. Pty Ltd.
- Foster Farms
- Meyer Natural Foods LLC
- Neat Meats
- Organic Prairie
- Tyson Foods
- Other Notable Players
Please note the number of players as well as the addition/deletion can be done in the final deliverable as per the feasibility
