Garlic Market Size and Share Outlook - Forecast Trends and Growth Analysis Report (2025-2034)

The global garlic market is expected to grow in the forecast period of 2025-2034 at a CAGR of 4.30%.

The Asia-Pacific to Dominate the Global Market for Garlic

The Asia-Pacific region dominates the worldwide garlic industry, with China leading the way. Garlic cultivation is favoured in a region with temperatures ranging from 12 to 24 degrees Celsius, and it accounts a major part of world garlic production. China exports the largest volumes of garlic at global level, putting it first in the world for garlic exports. Furthermore, garlic is the most important crop in most Asian countries. As a result, the Asia-Pacific region accounts for a major share in the garlic industry. Garlic is consumed in practically every household and is used in the food industry. Chutneys, pickles, curry powders, curried vegetables, meat and meat product preparations, tomato ketchup, and other meals all contain garlic in it, which is highly consumed in Asian countries. These factors are contributing to the growth of the regional market.

Increasing Demand for Hard Neck Type of Garlic in Processed Food Industry to Augment the Global Market for Garlic

Hard neck garlic is predicted to be one of the most popular garlic varieties due to its increased demand in the food industry for preparing chutneys, pickles, curry powders, curried vegetables, meat and meat product preparations, tomato ketchup, and others. Hard neck garlic is more flavourful, and its cloves are bigger as compared to its counterpart. Furthermore, its skin glides off effortlessly and it can be stored for 6-10 months without preservatives, all of which contribute to its rising market.

Garlic Industry Definition and Segmentation

Garlic is a plant with a white spherical bulb that is linked to onions. It has a strong odour and flavour and is widely used as a cooking spice. It is an ideal diet as it contains essential nutrients like calcium, copper, potassium, phosphorus, iron, and vitamin B1. As a result, it is widely used for medicinal and health reasons. Many studies have found that garlic plays a significant role in reducing blood pressure in people with high blood pressure.

The major product types available in the garlic industry are:

• Hard Neck
• Soft Neck

The market can be broadly categorised on the basis of form into:

• Fresh
• Frozen
• Dehydrated
• Preserved/Canned

The market can be broadly categorised on the basis of application into:

• Culinary
• Soups, Sauces, and Dressings
• Snacks and Convenience Food
• Meat and Poultry Products
• Others

Market Breakup by Region

• North America
• Europe
• Asia-Pacific
• Latin America
• Middle East and Africa

Increasing Shift towards Ayurveda and Organic Food to Bolster the Growth of the Global Garlic Industry

Garlic is used as an ingredient in a variety of cuisines all around the world. The global garlic industry is being driven by the rising awareness regarding the therapeutic benefits of garlic. Garlic retains all of its antibacterial characteristics even after processing or mixing it with other foods, making it an excellent choice for medical purposes. Also, garlic can be consumed in both fresh and frozen forms and is widely used in the processing industry. Additionally, garlic is also utilised in a variety of culinary preparations such as chutneys, pickles, curry powders, curried vegetables, meat and meat product preparations, tomato ketchup, and so on, resulting in increased demand in the food industry. Garlic demand will continue to rise as demand for organic and Ayurvedic goods rises, as it contains anti-rheumatic, carminative, and digestive characteristics. According to the World Health Organization, eating a garlic-containing meal on a regular basis can lower cancer risk. Thus, the shift towards Ayurveda, coupled with the growing preference for organic food, is expected to enhance the industry growth over the forecast period.

Key Industry Players in the Global Garlic Market

The report presents a detailed analysis of the following key players in the global garlic market, looking into their capacity, market shares, and latest developments like capacity expansions, plant turnarounds, and mergers and acquisitions:

• The Garlic Company, LLC
• Garlic King (California Garlic Company)
• South West Garlic Farm
• Italian Rose Garlic Products, LLC
• McFadden Family Vineyard & Farm
• Christopher Ranch
• Bowles Farming Company
• White Lion Foods
• Galvez Semillas SL
• Business International Garlic SL (Big Garlic)
• Others

The comprehensive report looks into the macro and micro aspects of the industry. The report gives an in-depth insight into the market by providing a SWOT analysis as well as an analysis of Porter’s Five Forces model.

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