Edible Insects Market - Forecasts from 2025 to 2030
Description
The edible insect market is expected to grow from USD 1.252 billion in 2025 to USD 3.715 billion in 2030, at a CAGR of 24.30%.
The global edible insect market is poised for significant growth, driven by the rising demand for sustainable food sources to meet the nutritional needs of a growing population. Key factors propelling this market include the high nutritional value of edible insects, their efficient food conversion rates, and increasing investments in the alternative protein sector. These elements position edible insects as a viable solution to address the pressures on traditional livestock systems and agricultural resources.
Market Drivers
The edible insect market is primarily driven by the high food conversion efficiency of insects and growing investments in alternative protein sources. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), crickets require six times less feed than cattle, four times less than sheep, and two times less than pigs and chickens to produce equivalent protein yields. This efficiency mitigates the strain on livestock feed demand, making edible insects an attractive alternative. Additionally, edible insects are rich in protein, vitamins, and amino acids, further enhancing their appeal as a sustainable food source. Strategic investments and collaborations are also fueling market expansion. For instance, in March 2022, South Korean Lotte Confectionery Co. invested in Canada’s Aspire Food Group through a venture capital fund focused on technology and product development in edible insect protein. Such initiatives underscore the growing global interest in sustainable nutrition and are expected to drive market growth throughout the forecast period.
Market Segmentation
The edible insect market is segmented into human feed and animal feed applications. The animal feed segment is gaining traction due to shifting consumer trends and increasing acceptance of insects as a high-nutrition ingredient in pet food. The sustainable profile, economic benefits, and nutritional advantages of edible insects make them a compelling alternative to traditional feed sources. Although the market remains in its early stages, the growing population of pet owners presents a significant opportunity for market entry.
The edible insect market is on an upward trajectory, driven by the need for sustainable food systems, high nutritional value, and efficient resource use. With increasing investments, regulatory support, and growing acceptance in both human and animal feed applications, the market is well-positioned for robust growth in the coming years, offering a promising solution to global nutritional and environmental challenges.
Key Benefits of this Report:
Insightful Analysis: Gain detailed market insights covering major as well as emerging geographical regions, focusing on customer segments, government policies and socio-economic factors, consumer preferences, industry verticals, and other sub-segments.
Competitive Landscape: Understand the strategic maneuvers employed by key players globally to understand possible market penetration with the correct strategy.
Market Drivers & Future Trends: Explore the dynamic factors and pivotal market trends and how they will shape future market developments.
Actionable Recommendations: Utilize the insights to exercise strategic decisions to uncover new business streams and revenues in a dynamic environment.
Caters to a Wide Audience: Beneficial and cost-effective for startups, research institutions, consultants, SMEs, and large enterprises.
What do businesses use our reports for?
Industry and Market Insights, Opportunity Assessment, Product Demand Forecasting, Market Entry Strategy, Geographical Expansion, Capital Investment Decisions, Regulatory Framework & Implications, New Product Development, Competitive Intelligence
Report Coverage:
Historical data from 2022 to 2024 & forecast data from 2025 to 2030
Growth Opportunities, Challenges, Supply Chain Outlook, Regulatory Framework, and Trend Analysis
Competitive Positioning, Strategies, and Market Share Analysis
Revenue Growth and Forecast Assessment of segments and regions including countries
Company Profiling (Strategies, Products, Financial Information, and Key Developments among others.
Edible Insects Market Segmentation
By Insect Type
Crickets
Mealworms
Grasshopper
Others
By Product Type
Whole
Insect Powder
Others
By Distribution Channel
Online
Offline
By Application
Animal Feed
Human Food
Others
By Geography
North America
United States
Canada
Mexico
South America
Brazil
Argentina
Others
Europe
Germany
France
UK
Italy
Others
Middle East and Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Others
Asia Pacific
China
Japan
India
South Korea
Taiwan
Thailand
Indonesia
Others
The global edible insect market is poised for significant growth, driven by the rising demand for sustainable food sources to meet the nutritional needs of a growing population. Key factors propelling this market include the high nutritional value of edible insects, their efficient food conversion rates, and increasing investments in the alternative protein sector. These elements position edible insects as a viable solution to address the pressures on traditional livestock systems and agricultural resources.
Market Drivers
The edible insect market is primarily driven by the high food conversion efficiency of insects and growing investments in alternative protein sources. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), crickets require six times less feed than cattle, four times less than sheep, and two times less than pigs and chickens to produce equivalent protein yields. This efficiency mitigates the strain on livestock feed demand, making edible insects an attractive alternative. Additionally, edible insects are rich in protein, vitamins, and amino acids, further enhancing their appeal as a sustainable food source. Strategic investments and collaborations are also fueling market expansion. For instance, in March 2022, South Korean Lotte Confectionery Co. invested in Canada’s Aspire Food Group through a venture capital fund focused on technology and product development in edible insect protein. Such initiatives underscore the growing global interest in sustainable nutrition and are expected to drive market growth throughout the forecast period.
Market Segmentation
The edible insect market is segmented into human feed and animal feed applications. The animal feed segment is gaining traction due to shifting consumer trends and increasing acceptance of insects as a high-nutrition ingredient in pet food. The sustainable profile, economic benefits, and nutritional advantages of edible insects make them a compelling alternative to traditional feed sources. Although the market remains in its early stages, the growing population of pet owners presents a significant opportunity for market entry.
The edible insect market is on an upward trajectory, driven by the need for sustainable food systems, high nutritional value, and efficient resource use. With increasing investments, regulatory support, and growing acceptance in both human and animal feed applications, the market is well-positioned for robust growth in the coming years, offering a promising solution to global nutritional and environmental challenges.
Key Benefits of this Report:
Insightful Analysis: Gain detailed market insights covering major as well as emerging geographical regions, focusing on customer segments, government policies and socio-economic factors, consumer preferences, industry verticals, and other sub-segments.
Competitive Landscape: Understand the strategic maneuvers employed by key players globally to understand possible market penetration with the correct strategy.
Market Drivers & Future Trends: Explore the dynamic factors and pivotal market trends and how they will shape future market developments.
Actionable Recommendations: Utilize the insights to exercise strategic decisions to uncover new business streams and revenues in a dynamic environment.
Caters to a Wide Audience: Beneficial and cost-effective for startups, research institutions, consultants, SMEs, and large enterprises.
What do businesses use our reports for?
Industry and Market Insights, Opportunity Assessment, Product Demand Forecasting, Market Entry Strategy, Geographical Expansion, Capital Investment Decisions, Regulatory Framework & Implications, New Product Development, Competitive Intelligence
Report Coverage:
Historical data from 2022 to 2024 & forecast data from 2025 to 2030
Growth Opportunities, Challenges, Supply Chain Outlook, Regulatory Framework, and Trend Analysis
Competitive Positioning, Strategies, and Market Share Analysis
Revenue Growth and Forecast Assessment of segments and regions including countries
Company Profiling (Strategies, Products, Financial Information, and Key Developments among others.
Edible Insects Market Segmentation
By Insect Type
Crickets
Mealworms
Grasshopper
Others
By Product Type
Whole
Insect Powder
Others
By Distribution Channel
Online
Offline
By Application
Animal Feed
Human Food
Others
By Geography
North America
United States
Canada
Mexico
South America
Brazil
Argentina
Others
Europe
Germany
France
UK
Italy
Others
Middle East and Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Others
Asia Pacific
China
Japan
India
South Korea
Taiwan
Thailand
Indonesia
Others
Table of Contents
146 Pages
- 1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
- 2. MARKET SNAPSHOT
- 2.1. Market Overview
- 2.2. Market Definition
- 2.3. Scope of the Study
- 2.4. Market Segmentation
- 3. BUSINESS LANDSCAPE
- 3.1. Market Drivers
- 3.2. Market Restraints
- 3.3. Market Opportunities
- 3.4. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
- 3.5. Industry Value Chain Analysis
- 3.6. Policies and Regulations
- 3.7. Strategic Recommendations
- 4. TECHNOLOGICAL OUTLOOK
- 5. EDIBLE INSECTS MARKET BY INSECT TYPE
- 5.1. Introduction
- 5.2. Cricket
- 5.3. Mealworms
- 5.4. Grasshopper
- 5.5. Others
- 6. EDIBLE INSECTS MARKET BY PRODUCT TYPE
- 6.1. Introduction
- 6.2. Whole
- 6.3. Insect Powder
- 6.4. Others
- 7. EDIBLE INSECTS MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL
- 7.1. Introduction
- 7.2. Online
- 7.3. Offline
- 8. EDIBLE INSECTS MARKET BY APPLICATION
- 8.1. Introduction
- 8.2. Animal Feed
- 8.3. Human Food
- 8.4. Others
- 9. VACUUM INTERRUPTER MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY
- 9.1. Introduction
- 9.2. North America
- 9.2.1. USA
- 9.2.2. Canada
- 9.2.3. Mexico
- 9.3. South America
- 9.3.1. Brazil
- 9.3.2. Argentina
- 9.3.3. Others
- 9.4. Europe
- 9.4.1. Germany
- 9.4.2. France
- 9.4.3. United Kingdom
- 9.4.4. Spain
- 9.4.5. Others
- 9.5. Middle East and Africa
- 9.5.1. Saudi Arabia
- 9.5.2. UAE
- 9.5.3. Others
- 9.6. Asia Pacific
- 9.6.1. China
- 9.6.2. India
- 9.6.3. Japan
- 9.6.4. South Korea
- 9.6.5. Indonesia
- 9.6.6. Thailand
- 9.6.7. Others
- 10. COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT AND ANALYSIS
- 10.1. Major Players and Strategy Analysis
- 10.2. Market Share Analysis
- 10.3. Mergers, Acquisitions, Agreements, and Collaborations
- 10.4. Competitive Dashboard
- 11. COMPANY PROFILES
- 11.1. HaoCheng Industry Co., Ltd
- 11.2. JR Unique Foods Ltd., Part
- 11.3. Entomo Farms Ltd.
- 11.4. Aspire Food Group Inc.
- 11.5. Ÿnsect
- 11.6. Nutribug Ltd.
- 11.7. Chapul Cricket Protein
- 11.8. Beta Hatch Inc
- 11.9. Protix B.V
- 11.10. InnovaFeed SAS
- 12. APPENDIX
- 12.1. Currency
- 12.2. Assumptions
- 12.3. Base and Forecast Years Timeline
- 12.4. Key benefits for the stakeholders
- 12.5. Research Methodology
- 12.6. Abbreviations
Pricing
Currency Rates
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