Dried Herbs Market Report 2026

Dried Herbs Market Overview

• Dried Herbs market size has reached to $6.71 billion in 2025 • Expected to grow to $9.51 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3% • Growth Driver: Dried Herbs Market Blooms With The Rise Of The Foodservice Sector • Market Trend: Leading Dried Herb Companies Unveil Cutting-Edge Vaporizer Solutions • Western Europe was the largest region and fastest growing region.

What Is Covered Under Dried Herbs Market?

Dried herbs refer to washed, sorted, and sun-dried herbs. These herbs are more convenient and less expensive than fresh herbs. These dried herbs are the dried leaf or stem parts of green plants that provide a longer-lasting and savory flavor. Dried herbs are ideal for moist cooking methods such as soups, stews, and braised dishes, where they impart their flavors and aromas. The main forms of dried herbs are whole herbs and powdered herbs. Whole herbs refer to a form of dried herbs, which are generally dried and encapsulated. The various nature of dried herbs includes organic and conventional. They are dried by several methods such as air drying, vacuum drying, and microwave drying. The main products of dried herbs include oregano, rosemary, sage, savory, mint, thyme, and bay leaves.

What Is The Dried Herbs Market Growth Forecast?

The dried herbs market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $9.51 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing preference for natural seasonings, rising demand for organic herbs, expansion of convenience food consumption, growing investments in food ingredient processing, increasing focus on traceable herb sourcing. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for natural flavoring ingredients, rising adoption of organic and clean-label herbs, growing use of dried herbs in ready-to-cook foods, expansion of advanced drying techniques, enhanced focus on aroma and flavor retention.

What Is The Driver Of The Dried Herbs Market?

The growth in foodservice industry is expected to propel the growth of the dried herbs market going forward. The foodservice industry refers to businesses and establishments that prepare, serve, and deliver food and beverages to customers. The expanding foodservice industry, including restaurants, cafes, and catering services, contributes to the demand for dried herbs as chefs and food professionals often prefer the convenience and longer shelf life of dried herbs over fresh ones. For instance, in April 2024, according to a report published by the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS), a US-based trade association, in 2023, total industry foodservice sales, which cover prepared foods, commissary items, and hot, cold, and frozen dispensed beverages, accounted for 26.9% of in-store sales, marking an increase of 1.3 percentage points compared to the previous year. Therefore, growth in foodservice industry is expected to boost the demand for dried herbs industry during the forecast period.

Key Players In The Global Dried Herbs Market

Major companies operating in the dried herbs market are Archer Daniels Midland Company, Kraft Heinz Company, Pacific Botanicals, McCormick & Company Inc., Döhler Group SE, Alpine Herb Company, Synthite Industries Ltd., Nature's Way Products LLC, Frontier Co-op, Van Drunen Farms Inc., British Pepper & Spice Company Ltd., Star Kay White Inc., Starwest Botanicals Inc., Indiana Botanic Gardens Inc., Oregon's Wild Harvest LLC, Banyan Botanicals LLC, Penzey's Spices LLC, Mountain Rose Herbs Inc., Avi Naturals, Monterey Bay Spice Company, Red Moon Herbs Inc., Cherry Valley Organics LLC, Sorich Organics Private Limited, Hamps Bio Private Limited, Maduras Herbals Private Limited, Burlap & Barrel Single Origin Spices Inc.

Global Dried Herbs Market Trends and Insights

Major companies operating in the dried herbs market are focused on developing innovative products such as dry herb vaporizers. A dry herb vaporizer is a device designed for the consumption of dry herbs, such as tobacco or cannabis, by vaporization rather than combustion. It is used to heat the material at a lower temperature, causing the active compounds to vaporize without reaching the point of combustion. For instance, in August 2023, AUXO, a Colombia-based global leader in vaporization technology launched the ‘Celsius’. It is the newest flagship 2-in-1 vaporizer designed for both dry herbs and concentrates, offering exceptional vapor performance within seconds. This compact vaporizer, suitable for both dry herbs and concentrates, comes equipped with a 360° rotatable mouthpiece and a distinctive airflow window, ensuring remarkably uniform heat distribution. Celsius employs triple heating technology, unlocking the full potential of aromas and flavors in just 6 seconds for a seamless consumption experience.

What Are Latest Mergers And Acquisitions In The Dried Herbs Market?

In July 2024, Haudecoeur, a France-based ethnic food company, announced the acquisition of Cepasco for an undisclosed amount. This strategic move aims to bolster Haudecoeur's position in the competitive herbs and spices sector, expanding its product range to cater to diverse customer segments. Cepasco is a France-based wholesalegrocer.

What Defines the Dried Herbs Market?

The dried herbs market consists of sales of marjoram, thyme, rosemary, oregano, mint, tarragon. 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.

How is Market Value Defined and Measured?

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.

What Key Data and Analysis Are Included in the Dried Herbs Market Report 2026?

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