Probiotics Market Size, Share, Trends, Industry Analysis Report By Source (Yeast, Bacteria), By End-Use, By Application, By Distribution Channel, By Region – Market Forecast, 2026–2034

The global probiotics market size is expected to reach USD 169.22 billion by 2034, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report “Probiotics Market Share, Size, Trends, Industry Analysis Report, By Source (Yeast, Bacteria), By Application, By Distribution Channel, By End-Use, By Region; Segment Forecast, 2026–2034” provides an in-depth insight into prevalent market dynamics and offers inspection on the market growth of the future.

The growing elderly population is driving the demand for functional food and dietary supplements. The number of people aged 80 years and above is expected to rise by 425 billion by 2050. This speedy growth in the population leads to an increase in the patients enduring chronic diseases. It is anticipated to push the need for microbes such as probiotics to restrict the menaces of such conditions. Probiotics are used in health and dietary supplements to improve the nutritional value. Additionally, the rising prevalence of lifestyle disorders among the elderly population is fueling the demand for the dietary supplements. It is driving the probiotics industry growth.

Based on source, the yeast segment is anticipated to grow with the highest CAGR during the forecast period. Prohibiting antibiotic usage in animal feed in many North American and European countries propel the demand for yeast-based probiotics. Also, the growing use of a yeast strain in functional foods drives the segment growth.

There is a growing demand for yeast strain-based medicines because of demonstrated positive results for reducing the probability of chronic diseases such as bowel diseases and diarrhea related to antibiotic use. This factor is anticipated to boost the segment during the forecast period.

Probiotic supplements containing varied strains are available in several forms, such as tablets, drops, and capsules. Branded private-label makers seem to continue broadening their product lines in the probiotic categories. The growing product line and heterogeneity are intended to make manufacturers better equipped to meet diverse demand trends globally. A similar factor is encouraging retail channels to increase production volumes to accommodate changing consumer preferences and tastes.

A few market players include Arla Foods amba; BioGaia AB; Chr Hansen Holding A/S; Danisco A/S; Danone S.A.; Ganeden, Inc.; General Mills, Inc.; Lallemand Inc.; Lifeway Foods, Inc.; Mother Dairy Fruit & Vegetable Pvt. Ltd.; Nebraska Cultures, Inc; Nestle S.A.; PepsiCo, Inc.; Probi AB, Protexin; and Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd.

Where is the Probiotics Market Headed?

The rising penetration of e-commerce and subscription-based DTC models is expected to boost the online probiotics market growth. DTC probiotics subscriptions offer convenience and a variety of product options for customers, which contributes to e-commerce probiotics sales. Our geographic analysis reveals that the Europe probiotics industry is experiencing slower growth due to complex and stringent Europe probiotics regulatory landscape. Further, microbiome innovations, probiotics startup investments, and synbiotics partnerships are leading to the market expansion.

What Does Probiotics Report Reveal?

What is the global market size and CAGR for the market during 2026–2034?

Which factors are contributing to the industry expansion?

Who are the key industry players? What is their relative position in terms of competitive positioning?

How do different distribution channels, such as offline stores and online platforms, influence the market landscape?

How does the market differ in terms of source, application, distribution channel, end-use, and geography? Which is the leading end-use?

What are the opportunities in different regional markets, including North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa?

What are the emerging technologies and innovations in the market?

Request a free sample copy or read the full market insights : Probiotics Market Report

Polaris Market Research has segmented the probiotics market report based on source, application, distribution channel, end-use, and region.

By Source Outlook (Revenue – USD Billion, 2022–2034)

Yeast

Bacteria

By Application Outlook (Revenue – USD Billion, 2022–2034)

Animal Feed

Dietary Supplements

Functional Food & Beverages

Others

By Distribution Channel Outlook (Revenue – USD Billion, 2022–2034)

Offline Stores

Pharmacies

Supermarkets and Hypermarkets

Specialty Stores

Online Platforms

By End-Use Outlook (Revenue – USD Billion, 2022–2034)

Animal Probiotics

Human Probiotics

By Regional Outlook (Revenue – USD Billion, 2022–2034)

North America

U.S.

Canada

Europe

France

Germany

UK

Italy

Spain

Netherlands

Russia

Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific

Japan

China

India

Malaysia

Indonesia

South Korea

Rest of Asia Pacific

Latin America

Brazil

Mexico

Argentina

Rest of Latin America

Middle East & Africa

Saudi Arabia

UAE

Israel

South Africa

Rest of Middle East & Africa Show more