Protein Extracts From Single Cell Protein and Other Conventional Sources Market Report 2026

The protein extracts from single cell protein and other conventional sources market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $28.2 billion in 2025 to $30.97 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing demand for alternative protein sources, expansion of animal nutrition industries, rising use of protein supplements, availability of large-scale fermentation infrastructure, growth of food and feed processing industries.

The protein extracts from single cell protein and other conventional sources market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $42.81 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing focus on sustainable protein production, rising investments in microbial fermentation technologies, expansion of alternative protein applications, growing demand for high-quality protein ingredients, increasing regulatory support for novel protein sources. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of single cell protein sources, rising demand for plant-based protein extracts, growing use of fermentation-based protein production, expansion of high-purity protein extraction processes, enhanced focus on functional protein applications.

The increasing demand for plant-based protein sources is expected to drive the growth of protein extracts from single-cell protein and other conventional sources in the coming years. Plant-based protein sources include foods derived from protein-rich plants such as legumes including beans and lentils, nuts, seeds, tofu, tempeh, and whole grains such as quinoa and buckwheat. Demand for plant-based protein is rising due to greater awareness of environmental sustainability, health advantages, and ethical concerns related to animal agriculture, encouraging consumers to shift toward alternative protein options derived from plants. Protein extracts from single-cell sources, along with conventional sources, are increasingly being adopted as plant-based protein solutions because of their high nutritional value and sustainable production. These extracts provide diverse amino acid profiles that meet dietary requirements while supporting environmentally responsible food production practices. For example, in July 2025, according to the Good Food Institute, a US-based nonprofit organization, the retail plant-based food market in the United States was valued at approximately $8.1 billion in 2024. Therefore, the growing preference for plant-based protein sources is fueling the expansion of protein extracts from single-cell protein and other conventional sources.

Major companies operating in the protein extracts from single-cell protein and other conventional sources market are concentrating on the development of rapid production processes based on biomass fermentation technology to maintain their competitive position. Rapid production of single-cell protein ingredients involves the use of biomass fermentation to grow microorganisms such as bacteria or yeast, enabling efficient conversion of organic materials into protein-rich biomass for a range of applications. For instance, in November 2023, MicroHarvest GmbH, a Germany-based biotechnology company, launched a pilot plant in Lisbon to accelerate the commercialization of its single-cell protein ingredients. The facility enables the company to optimize its technology, develop prototypes, and conduct production trials in preparation for the launch of its first commercial product in early 2024. Using biomass fermentation technology, the plant is capable of producing sustainable, high-quality protein ingredients containing more than 60% raw protein within 24 hours.

In April 2023, Avril Group, a France-based agro-industrial company, acquired Sunbloom Proteins GmbH for an undisclosed amount. With this acquisition, Avril aims to significantly expand Sunbloom’s production capacity and enhance its product portfolio by combining the research and development strengths of both organizations. Sunbloom Proteins GmbH is a Germany-based producer of functional, plant-based protein ingredients derived from sunflowers.

Major companies operating in the protein extracts from single cell protein and other conventional sources market are Cargill Incorporated, The Archer-Daniels-Midland Company, BASF SE, DuPont de Nemours Inc., International Flavors & Fragrances Inc., Koninklijke DSM N.V., Ajinomoto Co. Inc., Kerry Group plc, Ingredion Inc., Lonza Group AG, Glanbia plc, Symrise AG, Roquette Frères, Novozymes A/S, Ashland Global Holdings Inc., Bioproton Pty Ltd., CP Kelco ApS, Omega Protein Corporation, Axiom Foods, Fermentalg SA, Cellana LLC.

North America was the largest region in the protein extracts from single cell protein and other conventional sources market in 2025. The regions covered in the protein extracts from single cell protein and other conventional sources market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the protein extracts from single cell protein and other conventional sources market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Tariffs are impacting the protein extracts from single cell protein and other conventional sources market by increasing costs of imported fermentation equipment, bioreactors, processing machinery, and specialty enzymes used in protein extraction. Food, feed, and biotechnology producers in Europe and North America are most affected due to dependence on imported processing technologies, while Asia-Pacific faces cost pressure on export-oriented protein production. These tariffs are raising production costs and affecting pricing competitiveness. However, they are also encouraging domestic manufacturing of fermentation equipment, localized sourcing of feedstocks, and regional expansion of protein extraction facilities.

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Protein extracts from single cell protein and other conventional sources are concentrated protein products obtained from microorganisms such as algae, fungi, or bacteria, as well as from traditional sources including animal or plant tissues. These extracts are produced through processes such as fermentation, extraction, or mechanical methods and are widely used as nutritional supplements or functional ingredients in food, feed, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications due to their high protein content and functional characteristics.

The primary types of protein extracts from single cell protein and other conventional sources include plant protein extract sources, microbial sources such as single cell proteins, and microbial sources for direct use. Plant protein extracts are obtained from a variety of plant materials, including soy, peas, and rice, and are processed to isolate proteins for application in food products and dietary supplements. The feedstock types include organic and conventional sources, which are utilized across several applications, primarily in biotechnology, animal feed, agriculture and fertilizers, and other uses.

The protein extracts from single cell protein and other conventional sources market consists of sales of protein powders, protein sports nutrition, and protein gels. 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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