Yoghurt Market Report 2026

The yoghurt market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $125.39 billion in 2025 to $134.47 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of dairy processing infrastructure, rising urban consumption of dairy products, increased awareness of gut health benefits, growth of retail refrigeration networks, standardization of yogurt manufacturing processes.

The yoghurt market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $175.99 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing demand for functional and fortified dairy products, rising lactose-free and plant-blended yogurt offerings, expansion of online grocery channels, increasing focus on clean-label dairy, innovation in sustainable yogurt packaging. Major trends in the forecast period include growing demand for probiotic-rich yogurt, rising preference for low-fat and functional variants, expansion of premium and organic yogurt lines, increased product innovation in flavors and formats, enhanced focus on cold chain efficiency.

The growing awareness of high-protein diets and fitness lifestyles is expected to drive the growth of the yoghurt market going forward. Fitness lifestyles refer to a way of living in which individuals prioritize physical health, exercise, and overall well-being as an essential part of daily routines. The rise in awareness of high-protein diets and fitness lifestyles is driven by increasing health consciousness, the influence of fitness culture and social media, and the expanding availability of protein-rich food products. Yogurt supports this trend by contributing to muscle recovery, promoting satiety, and improving overall nutritional balance. For instance, in February 2025, according to Cargill, a United States-based multinational food and agriculture conglomerate, approximately 61% of Americans increased their protein intake in 2024, compared to 48% in 2023. Therefore, the growing awareness of high-protein diets and fitness lifestyles is propelling the growth of the yoghurt market.

Key companies operating in the yoghurt market are focusing on developing innovative products such as high-protein yoghurts to support weight management by helping consumers stay full for longer periods. High-protein yoghurt is a type of yoghurt formulated to contain higher protein levels than standard varieties, supporting muscle maintenance, fullness, and nutritional improvement. For instance, in November 2024, Arla Foods, a Denmark-based dairy company, launched Arla LactoFree Natural Yogurt and Arla Skyr Whipped. Arla LactoFree Natural Yogurt delivers the same flavor as Arla’s traditional dairy yoghurt while catering to lactose-intolerant consumers. It is available in 400 g tubs, naturally high in protein, and enriched with vitamin D to enhance its nutritional value for health-conscious individuals. Arla Skyr Whipped offers a protein-rich, creamy texture layered over a fruit compote and comes in flavors such as strawberries and cream, caramelized orange, and coconut with white chocolate.

In July 2025, Lactalis USA, a United States-based dairy company, acquired General Mills US Yogurt Business for an undisclosed amount. Following the acquisition, the business was restructured as Midwest Yogurt, a new division headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The company plans to invest significantly in workforce development, brand expansion, and production facility enhancement to support sustained growth. General Mills is a United States-based manufacturer of yoghurts.

Major companies operating in the yoghurt market are Nestlé S.A., Danone S.A., Arla Foods amba, Koninklijke FrieslandCampina N.V., China Mengniu Dairy Company Limited, Yakult Honsha Co. Ltd., Chobani LLC, Tillamook County Creamery Association, Fage International S.A., Red Mango Inc., Stonyfield Farm Inc., Clover Sonoma, Noosa Yoghurt LLC, Ehrmann SE, Icelandic Provisions LLC, Saputo Inc., Müller Group, Wallaby Yogurt Company LLC, Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt Inc., Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited.

North America was the largest region in the yoghurt market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the yoghurt market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the yoghurt market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The yoghurt market consists of sales of non-fat yoghurt, lactose-free yoghurt, and low-fat yoghurt. 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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