Insect Proteins

Global Insect Proteins Market to Reach US$4.0 Billion by 2030

The global market for Insect Proteins estimated at US$1.1 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$4.0 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 24.4% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Coleoptera, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 24.7% CAGR and reach US$1.3 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Lepidoptera segment is estimated at 23.7% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$321.0 Million While China is Forecast to Grow at 23.5% CAGR

The Insect Proteins market in the U.S. is estimated at US$321.0 Million in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$611.1 Million by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 23.5% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 21.7% and 20.5% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 16.8% CAGR.

Global Insect Proteins Market - Key Trends and Drivers Summarized

Why Are Insect Proteins Gaining Popularity as a Sustainable Food Source?

Insect proteins are rapidly gaining attention as a sustainable alternative to traditional animal-based proteins, offering significant environmental, nutritional, and economic benefits. Insect farming requires far fewer resources—such as land, water, and feed—compared to livestock farming, making it an eco-friendly option to meet the growing global demand for protein. Edible insects such as crickets, mealworms, and grasshoppers are rich in essential nutrients, including protein, vitamins, and minerals, and are being incorporated into various food products such as protein bars, snacks, and animal feed. As sustainability and food security concerns rise, insect proteins are emerging as a viable solution to meet future dietary needs while minimizing environmental impact.

How Are Technological Advancements Shaping the Insect Proteins Market?

Technological advancements are playing a key role in the commercialization and scalability of insect proteins. Innovations in insect farming, such as automated feeding systems, climate-controlled rearing environments, and vertical farming techniques, are enhancing production efficiency and reducing costs. Advances in food processing technologies are enabling the development of insect-based food products with improved taste, texture, and nutritional profiles, making them more appealing to mainstream consumers. Additionally, research into the optimization of insect breeding and feed conversion ratios is helping to increase protein yield per insect, making insect farming more economically viable. These technological innovations are driving the acceptance and adoption of insect proteins in both human food and animal feed industries.

How Do Market Segments Define the Growth of the Insect Proteins Market?

Key insect types include crickets, mealworms, and black soldier flies, with crickets being the most widely used due to their high protein content and ease of farming. Applications of insect proteins span across human food, animal feed, and pet food, with animal feed leading the market as insect proteins are increasingly being used as a sustainable alternative to traditional feed sources such as soy and fishmeal. End-use industries include food & beverage, agriculture, and pharmaceuticals, with the food & beverage sector driving significant demand as consumers seek high-protein, environmentally friendly food options. The market is growing rapidly in regions such as Europe and North America, where sustainability concerns and dietary trends are fueling interest in alternative proteins.

What Factors Are Driving the Growth in the Insect Proteins Market?

The growth in the insect proteins market is driven by several factors, including the increasing global demand for sustainable protein sources, the rising awareness of environmental impacts associated with traditional livestock farming, and advancements in insect farming technologies. As the global population grows and protein consumption rises, insect proteins offer a resource-efficient solution that reduces pressure on land, water, and feed resources. The environmental benefits of insect farming, including lower greenhouse gas emissions and reduced deforestation, are making insect proteins an attractive option for environmentally conscious consumers. Technological innovations that improve production efficiency and product quality are further driving the market by making insect proteins more accessible and appealing to both consumers and food manufacturers.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Insect Proteins market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Type (Coleoptera, Lepidoptera, Hymenoptera, Orthoptera, Hemiptera, Other Types); Application (Animal Nutrition, Food & Beverage, Pharmaceuticals, Other Applications)

Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific; Rest of World.

Select Competitors (Total 48 Featured) -

• Agriprotein Holdings Ltd
• Aspire Food Group
• Chapul Cricket Protein
• Entomo Farms
• EnviroFlight LLC
• Hexafly
• Imago Insect Products GmbH
• Innovafeed
• Jimini's
• Protifarm
• Protix
• nsect

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