Global Ethical Food Market

Immunity Boosting Food Products Market Definition

The immunity boosting food products market consists of sales of immunity-boosting food and beverages, and food supplements and related services by entities (organizations, sole traders and partnerships) that manufacture/produce immunity-boosting food and beverage products and food supplements used to boost the body’s immune system. Immunity boosting food products, also referred to as immunity boosters, are used to strengthen people’s bodily immune systems. A healthy immune system protects the body by forming a barrier that prevents invaders, or antigens, from entering the body. If one slips through the barrier, the immune system produces white blood cells and other chemicals and proteins that target and destroy these foreign substances. To boost immunity requires the intake or consumption of certain food that provides additional benefits to the body. It is important to take the right kind of foods in the right quantities to boost immunity. Vitamin C is one of the biggest immune system boosters of all. Immunity boosting food products include lemons, oranges, bell peppers, broccoli, almonds, walnuts, and supplements such as Vitamin C, Vitamin D, and Zinc.

The organic food market consists of sales of organic food and beverages and related services. The production of organic food involves practices that promote ecological balance and aim to conserve biodiversity. These food products do not use any food additive or industrial solvent. The organic food market covered in this report is segmented by product type into organic meat, poultry & dairy, organic fruits & vegetables, organic bread & bakery, organic beverages, organic processed food, other organic products. The organic food market is also segmented by application into conventional retailers, natural sales channels, others and by distribution channel into supermarkets/hypermarkets, convenience store, specialty stores, online stores. The global organic food market is expected to grow from $201.77 billion in 2020 to $221.37 billion in 2021 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.7%. The growth is mainly due to the companies resuming their operations and adapting to the new normal while recovering from the COVID-19 impact, which had earlier led to restrictive containment measures involving social distancing, remote working, and the closure of commercial activities that resulted in operational challenges. The organic food market is expected to reach $380.84 billion in 2025 at a CAGR of 14.5%. Increasing health concerns due to growing number of chemical poisoning cases globally is acting as a driver in the organic food market. Consumers are becoming more health conscious owing to the harmful effects caused by the presence of chemical pesticides in food products. The toxicity of chemical pesticides in food products can cause cancer, hormone disruption and birth defects. According to an UN report, around 200,000 people die every year due to toxic effects of pesticides in food products. This is causing consumers to shift their focus towards organic food products. Low shelf life of organic food and beverages compared to conventional foods and beverage products is restraining the organic food market. For instance, in a research conducted by MSNBC, it was reported that the shelf life of organic food product tends to be shorter than conventional produce. Similarly, some researchers found that many organic foods had higher levels of bacteria than conventional products that cause food to spoil. As organic food is not exposed to the similar amount of preservatives that of conventional food, organic food tends to be prone to bacteria attacks and has a shorter shelf life. For example, organic food products like turnip greens, mustard greens, and endive have a very short shelf life with shrinkage percentage of 50%. Thus, high packaging, logistics and distribution costs to increase shelf life is limiting the growth of the organic food market. Companies in the organic food market are focusing on introduction of new product categories and varieties. Organic food manufacturers are coming up with new and innovative organic food products in the form of ready-to-eat snacks, cookies, organic tea, pulses, spices, edible flowers, frozen waffles, medical plants, herbs and organic juices. For example, Lidl, an organic grocery chain is coming up with 28 new and innovative organic food products to choose from. Similarly, Nestle plans to launch new and innovative organic milk products in India. The organic food market is regulated by authorities such as the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) to ensure high quality standard of food product is maintained. For instance, EFSA oversees whether labelling is used to mislead consumer on the nutritive proportions of a product in the EU. EFSA performs occasional checks on the nutritional value to check whether correct labelling has been used or not. In order to maintain transparency and effectiveness, regulatory authorities have come up with strict food labelling regulations for the organic food market. Major players in the organic food market are General Mills Inc., Cargill, Inc., Danone, United Natural Foods Inc. and Amy’s Kitchen. The regions covered in the organic food market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the organic food market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The global organic food market is segmented - 1) By Product Type: Organic Meat, Poultry & Dairy, Organic Fruits & Vegetables, Organic Bread & Bakery, Organic Beverages, Organic Processed Food, Other Organic Products 2) By Application: Conventional Retailers, Natural Sales Channels, Others 3) By Distribution Channel: Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, Convenience Store, Specialty Stores, Online Stores

The organic meat market comprises of revenue generated by establishments that produce organic meat products obtained from livestock raised in an organic system. Organic meat is obtained from livestock raised on certified organic land and fed 100% organic feed without any antibiotics or added growth hormones. The global organic meat products market is expected grow from $15.01 billion in 2020 to $15.71 billion in 2021 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.7%. The growth is mainly due to the companies resuming their operations and adapting to the new normal while recovering from the COVID-19 impact, which had earlier led to restrictive containment measures involving social distancing, remote working, and the closure of commercial activities that resulted in operational challenges. The market is expected to reach $20.83 billion in 2025 at a CAGR of 7%. The organic meat products market covered in this report is segmented by product type into beef, pork, mutton, poultry, others and by distribution channel into super/hypermarket, online retailers, meat shop, health and natural food stores, others. The increasing inclination of consumers towards organic products is anticipated to boost the demand for organic meat products market. This can be attributed to the growing health concerns among consumers and increasing awareness about the health benefits associated with the consumption of organic products. According to The Organic Trade Association, the USA sales for organic food products reached $50.1 Billion in 2019, recording an increase of 4.6% as compared to the previous year. Organic meat has gained importance in recent years, and the rising demand for organic food is projected to drive the demand for organic meat products over the forecast period. The prices of organic meat products are comparatively higher than that of conventional meat products and this factor is likely to hinder the growth of the market. The premium price reflects the higher prices involved in raising the livestock in an organic system without the use of any synthetic chemicals, antibiotics, or growth hormones. The organic meat production process is expensive, takes more time, and is labor-intensive. Additionally, producers impose price premiums on the 'on-demand' products to gain an advantage. However, the price premium often decreases the affordability of organic food products, thus hindering the market growth. Major players operating in the market are launching new innovative products to meet the consumer requirements for taste preferences and healthy eating. In March 2019, Applegate, the leading natural and organic meat company, announced the launch of the company’s new products at Natural Products Expo West 2019. The new line of products includes The Great Organic Blend Burger, Applegate Organics, and others. In May 2019, Perdue Premium Meat Company Inc., an industry leader in humane animal care and sustainable agriculture announced the acquisition of Panorama Meats, the largest producer of 100% organic beef for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition is aimed towards expanding the company’s product portfolio and global presence. The major players covered in the global organic meat products market are Coolanowle Organics, Arcadian Company, Danish Crown, Tyson Foods, Inc., Perdue Farms, Inc., Pilgrim's, Foster Farms, Meyer Natural Foods, JBS S.A., Foster Farms, Eversfield Organic, Verde Farms, DuBreton, Swellington Organic Farm, Leverandørselskabet Danish Crown A.m.b.a, organic Prairie, Neat Meat company, Aurelian Organic Meat Supplier Group, River Ford Organic Farmers, Well Hung. The countries covered in the global organic meat products market are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The regions covered in the global organic meat products market are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The global organic meat products market is segmented - 1) By Product Type: Beef, Pork, Mutton, Poultry, Others 2) By Distribution Channel: Super/Hypermarket, Online Retailers, Meat Shop, Health and Natural Food Stores, Others 3) By Type: Chilled, Frozen, Canned/Preserved

The organic soft drinks market consists of the sale of organic soft drinks and related services. Organic soft drinks are drinks made from fresh organic fruits or vegetables grown on farms without insecticides or pesticides, products made without ionizing radiation and without the use of a wide variety of food additives. The global organic soft drinks market is expected grow from $4.72 billion in 2020 to $5.46 billion in 2021 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.7%. The growth is mainly due to the companies resuming their operations and adapting to the new normal while recovering from the COVID-19 impact, which had earlier led to restrictive containment measures involving social distancing, remote working, and the closure of commercial activities that resulted in operational challenges. The market is expected to reach $7.43 billion in 2025 at a CAGR of 8%. The organic soft drinks market covered in this report is segmented by product type into organic soft fruit drinks; organic soda pops; others and by distribution into supermarket; convenience store; online store. Increasing awareness of the benefits of organic foods and beverages have contributed to the growth of the organic soft drink market. Organic soft drinks are made from products produced by organic farming which does not contain artificial flavours and preservatives which contain natural sweetening agents, low calories and high nutritional value. People are becoming more health-conscious and are looking for more organic food products that they feel are healthier and safer for the environment. According to a report by Mintel in October 2019, new launches in the food and beverage industry which are certified organic have seen growth from 6% in 2009 to 10% in 2019. According to the organic trade association (OTA) organic food sector report of 2019, organic food sales rose 5.9% to $47.9 billion, outstripping 2.3% of overall food sales. The increased awareness of the benefits of organic foods has helped in the growth of the organic soft drinks market. The high cost of organic products including soft drinks acts as a hindrance to the organic soft drink’s markets. The cost of organic soft drinks is high when compared with that of conventional soft drinks. For example, the cost of Galvanina - Cola sparkling soda 350ml is $82.99 for 12 bottles, whereas the cost of 15 bottles of coco-cola 330ml cost around $27. Some of the factors which contribute to the high price of organic soft drinks are that these have no chemicals and need more labour, the gap between demand and supply, post-harvest handling cost, organic certification, cost of covering higher loss, organic food grows more slowly, all of which are a cost to the company that eventually leads to an increase in the product cost. Consequently, the high cost is causing a hindrance to the growth of the organic soft drinks market. Cannabidiol and hemp (CBD) are a new category of drinks that are fast-growing among organic soft drinks. According to the survey of 230 natural brands by New Hope Network in January 2019, 65% of the respondents are ready to launch a new CBD product within a span of 1 to 2 years. Organic soft drink companies are coming up with new CBD drinks especially in the USA, owing to the USA farm bill in 2018 that supports the companies to sell CBD beverages. Sati organics is selling CBD infused soda in 3 flavours. There will be a rise in the CBD drinks in the forecast period. In January 2020, Purity Organic, LLC, an organic food company based in Oakland, CA acquired Dunn's River Brands, LLC for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition Purity Organic will focus on delivering operational excellence, refreshing the Sweet Leaf Brand, and increasing market share across all its portfolio brands. Dunn's River Brands, LLC, a USA based company that produces and distributes organic beverages. The major players covered in the global organic soft drinks market are Berrywhite, Honest Tea, Luscombe, Phoenix Organics, Galvanina, Bionade, Hain Celestial Group, Suja Life. The countries covered in the global organic soft drinks market are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The regions covered in the global organic soft drinks market are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The global organic soft drinks market is segmented - 1) By Product Type: Organic Soft Fruit Drinks, Organic Soda Pops, Others 2) By Distribution: Supermarket, Convenience Store, Online Store 3) By Packaging: Plastic, Glass, Paperboard, Metal

The organic tea market comprises of sales of organic tea products. The market consists of revenue generated by establishments manufacturing organic tea products. Organic tea is a very popular beverage prepared using buds and boiling leaves obtained from Camellia Sinensis. It is free of herbicides & pesticides and synthetic fertilizers and has antioxidant properties. The global organic tea market is expected grow from $0.88 billion in 2020 to $0.89 billion in 2021 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.1%. The growth is mainly due to the companies resuming their operations and adapting to the new normal while recovering from the COVID-19 impact, which had earlier led to restrictive containment measures involving social distancing, remote working, and the closure of commercial activities that resulted in operational challenges. The market is expected to reach $1.11 billion in 2025 at a CAGR of 6%. The organic tea market covered in this report is segmented by type into green tea, black tea, white tea, oolong tea, herbal tea, others. Rising consumer awareness about the medicinal properties of organic tea is projected to boost the demand for organic tea over the forecast period. Organic tea, a very popular beverage prepared using buds and boiling leaves obtained from Camellia Sinensis, is free of herbicides, pesticides and synthetic fertilizers. It has antioxidant properties that have positive effects on the body. Organic tea contains a higher amount of catechins such as epicatechin, epicatechin gallate and epigallocatechin gallate as compared to conventional tea, and is claimed to be more beneficial to the human body. Moreover, the rich taste of organic tea is making it popular among individuals, increasing the consumption of tea in developed and developing economies. The changing consumer preference towards products manufactured from natural ingredients due to the health benefits that those products offer is expected to drive the organic tea market over the forecast period. The high cost of organic tea in comparison with conventional tea is expected to hinder the growth of the organic tea market. The organic tea products are sold at a premium price. This is mainly because the cultivation of organic tea does not include any artificial chemicals, which increases the production cost. The organic certification process is very costly, which is also a factor that makes organic tea 10-15% more expensive than regular tea. Furthermore, the growing demand for organic tea or pesticide-free tea in the international market also affects the export price. Considering all these factors, the high cost is likely to challenge the growth of this market. The manufacturers operating in the organic tea market are adopting various strategies such as new product innovations, mergers & acquisitions, and plant capacity expansion to expand their market share and global presence. For instance, The Tea Room Chocolate & Tea Company offers various organic tea-infused products such as a 60% dark chocolate bar infused with green tea, a white chocolate bar with honey and chamomile tea, and a 60% dark chocolate bar with raspberry rooibos tea. Therefore, the trend of infusing chocolate in tea is expected to add to the demand for organic tea. In January 2020, Purity Organic, Inc., a leading organic food processor has acquired Dunn’s River Brands Group, Inc., a beverage processor with brands that include Sweet Leaf Tea and Tradewinds Beverage Co. Sweet Leaf Tea is an organic iced tea brand. Through this acquisition, Dunn's River Brands Group aims to continue to provide 'better-for-you' brands and expand into new areas. The major players covered in the global organic tea market are Tata Global Beverages Limited, The Unilever Group, Organic India Private Limited, Associated British Food Plc., The Stash Tea Company, ESSAMG Tea Incorporation, Davidson's Organics, Harney & Sons Fine Teas (US), Halssen & Lyon GmbH (Germany), Ambassador Organics, Celestial Seasonings, EQUAL EXCHANGE COOP, Newman's Own, Numi Organic Tea, Arbor Teas, Art of Tea, Choice Organic Teas, Davidson’s Organics, Five Mountains, Green Root Tea, Løv Organic, Rishi Tea, The Path of Tea, The Republic of Tea, Inc., Might Leaf Tea (US), Bigelow Tea Company (US), Shangri-la Tea (US), Yogi Tea (US), Vahdam Teas (India), Bombay Burmah Trading Corporation Limited (India), R. Twining and Company Limited. The countries covered in the global organic tea market are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The regions covered in the global organic tea market are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The global organic tea market is segmented - 1) By Type: Green Tea, Black Tea, White Tea, Oolong Tea, Herbal Tea, Others 2) By Form: Dried Leaf, Liquid, Powder, Others 3) By Product: Paper Pouches, Cans, Cartons, Tea Bags, Others 4) By Distribution Channel: Hypermarkets/Supermarkets, Convenience Stores, Online, Specialty Stores, Others

The organic coffee market consists of sales of organic coffee and related services. Organic coffee is produced without the use of any synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, or chemicals. The market consists of revenue generated by establishments manufacturing organic coffee products including fair trade coffee, gourmet coffee, espresso coffee, and coffee pods. The global organic coffee market is expected grow from $6.23 billion in 2020 to $6.55 billion in 2021 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.1%. The growth is mainly due to the companies resuming their operations and adapting to the new normal while recovering from the COVID-19 impact, which had earlier led to restrictive containment measures involving social distancing, remote working, and the closure of commercial activities that resulted in operational challenges. The market is expected to reach $9.53 billion in 2025 at a CAGR of 10%. The organic coffee market covered in this report is segmented by origin into arabica; robusta. The increase in consumption of healthy and organic products, owing to various benefits associated with these products, is projected to drive the growth of the organic coffee market over the forecast period. Organic coffee production avoids the use of synthetic and harmful fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, growth hormones, genetic engineering, artificial preservatives, flavors, and colors. According to Café Altura, an organic coffee company in the USA, organic beverages reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and heart failure, decrease the risk of stroke, lowers cholesterol, reduces the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, and strengthen the body immunity. Therefore, the increasing consumption of healthy and organic products is predicted to propel the demand for the organic coffee market in the foreseeable future. The high cost of organic coffee is anticipated to limit the growth of the organic coffee market during the forthcoming years. The organic coffee is sold at a premium price (usually 20% more than conventional coffee). Cultivation of organic coffee is done using natural fertilizers and pesticides, which increases the overall production cost. Furthermore, the process of obtaining organic certification and inspection is costly, which adds up the additional cost of around 10-15% more than that of the conventional coffee. The certification and inspection costs are extremely difficult to assess as they depend on the nature and intensity of the conventional cultivation practices before the conversion to organic agriculture. Thus, the high production and certification cost increases the cost of organic coffee, thereby acts as a restraint for the growth of the organic coffee market. The rising popularity of private labels is a leading trend in the organic coffee market. Private labels are advertising their products with unique features of the product and the source of production for gaining the trust of consumers. These products are gaining popularity owing to their lower price in comparison with branded products. For instance, private labels including White Coffee, Empire Coffee Roasters, and K&F Coffee Roasters are offering organic coffee to various companies to be sold under their brands. Private labels are gaining substantial popularity in organic coffee, which is likely to act as a key trend shaping the growth of the market going forward. In January 2019, the Coca-Cola Company has completed its acquisition of Costa Limited from Whitbread PLC for $4.9 billion. The transaction follows the approval from regulatory authorities in the European Union and China. The acquisition has given a significant footprint to Coca-Cola in the global coffee business. The acquisition aims to use the strong Costa platform to expand the Coca-Cola portfolio in the growing coffee category. The Rainforest Alliance and UTZ merged in response to the critical challenges such as deforestation, climate change, systemic poverty, and social inequity. It is a promising step in preventing price competition and the implementation of sustainability in production. The new organization created a single global certification standard to simplify certification for farmers and empower companies to build responsible supply chains more efficiently. The major players covered in the global organic coffee market are Nestlé S.A., Cameron’s Specialty Coffee, Rogers Family, Jim's Organic Coffee, The Kraft Heinz Company, Starbucks Corporation, FS Gourmet Private Limited, Wessanen, Complete Coffee Limited, Luigi Lavazza S.p.A., Java Trading Co. LLC, Dr Pepper Snapple Group, Inc.(Green Mountain), Organic Coffee Company, LIMITLESS COFFEE & TEA, Shearwater Organic Coffee Roasters, LLC, Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC., Camano Island Coffee R, Keurig Green Mountain, Allegro Coffee Company, Dean's Beans Organic C, Jungle Products Cr., Ethical Bean Coffee, Clean Foods, Grupo Nutresa, International Coffee & Tea, Kicking Horse Coffee, Luigi LAVAZZA, Marley Coffee, Melitta, Mount Hagen, Others. The countries covered in the global organic coffee market are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The regions covered in the global organic coffee market are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The global organic coffee market is segmented - 1) By Origin: Arabica, Robusta 2) By Roast: Light, Medium, Dark 3) By Type: Fair Trade Coffee, Gourmet Coffee, Espresso Coffee, Coffee Pods 4) By Distribution Channel: Supermarkets and Hypermarkets, Convenience Stores, Specialist Retailers, Others 5) By End-User: Household, Commercial

The frozen, canned and dried food market consists of sales of frozen and canned fruit and vegetables by entities (organizations, sole traders and partnerships) that produce frozen and canned fruit and vegetables. This market does not include unprocessed fruit and vegetables which are part of the agricultural market. The companies in the industry package and distribute their products through various distribution channels to both individual customers and commercial establishments. The frozen, canned and dried food market is segmented into frozen food and canned and ambient food. The global frozen, canned and dried food market is expected to grow from $407.07 billion in 2020 to $440.6 billion in 2021 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.2%. The growth is mainly due to the companies rearranging their operations and recovering from the COVID-19 impact, which had earlier led to restrictive containment measures involving social distancing, remote working, and the closure of commercial activities that resulted in operational challenges. The market is expected to reach $585.25 billion in 2025 at a CAGR of 7%. Asia Pacific was the largest region in the global frozen, canned and dried food market, accounting for 32% of the market in 2020. North America was the second largest region accounting for 28% of the global frozen, canned and dried food market. Africa was the smallest region in the global frozen, canned and dried food market. The increasing demand for local, sustainable and organic food production is expected to positively impact the frozen, canned and dried food market during the forecast period. Organic food production including organic frozen, canned and dried food market places a strong emphasis on consumer health, environmental protection and animal welfare. Consumers now are becoming more concerned with how food is raised and prepared and are willing to pay a little more for something they recognize as healthy. Across Europe, there is a very high import rate (especially for fruits and vegetables) as the rate of production is far lower than the consumption demands for organic produce. For instance, according to the Soil Association, sales of organic products in the UK increased by 4.5% in 2019 to reach £2.45 billion. Similarly, sales of organic in the US increased by 5.9% to reach $47.9 billion wherein the sales of organic dried beans, along with dried fruits and vegetables increased by 9%, according to the 2019 Organic Industry Survey. This growing demand for organic products offers considerable opportunities for frozen, canned and dried food market producers in both developed and developing countries, thus likely to drive the market during the forecast period. The outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has acted as a massive restraint on the frozen, canned and dried food market in 2020 as supply chains were disrupted due to trade restrictions and consumption declined due to lockdowns imposed by governments globally. COVID-19 is an infectious disease with flu-like symptoms including fever, cough, and difficulty in breathing. The virus was first identified in 2019 in Wuhan, Hubei province of the People’s Republic of China and spread globally including Western Europe, North America and Asia. Food and beverage manufacturers depend on supply of raw materials from domestic and international suppliers. As many governments restricted the movement of goods across countries and locally, manufacturers had to halt production due to lack of raw materials. Also, restrictions on trade of non-essential goods and fear of contamination through manufacturing facilities contributed to the decline. The outbreak is expected to continue to have a negative impact on businesses throughout 2020 and into 2021. However, it is expected that the frozen, canned and dried food market will recover from the shock across the forecast period as it is a `black swan` event and not related to ongoing or fundamental weaknesses in the market or the global economy. Frozen food manufacturers are using technologies such as individual quick freezing (IQF) to improve yield and quality of frozen foods. The IQF method involves transferring the individual food items on a conveyor belt into a blast freezer that quickly freezes the items. With the IQF method, every individual piece of food is frozen separately, as opposed to bulk or block freezing. This method boosts yield by 1.5-3% and results in better quality products with high nutritional value and less wastage. Examples of IQF foods include fruits such as blueberries, strawberries and peaches, and vegetables such as corn, peas and green beans. The global IQF vegetable market is expected to reach $2 billion by 2026, thus indicating significant demand for IQF food products in future. Major companies in the frozen, canned and dried food market include Dole; Ardo NV; HJ Heinz; Simplot; General Mills. The frozen, canned and dried food market is segmented - 1) By Type: Frozen Food; Canned And Ambient Food 2) By Distribution Channel: Supermarkets/Hypermarkets; Convenience Stores; E-Commerce; Others Subsegments Covered: Frozen Fruit, Juice, And Vegetable; Frozen Specialty Food; Fruit And Vegetable Canning; Specialty Canning; Dried And Dehydrated Food.