FERMENTED FOODS MARKET SIZE AND SHARE ANALYSIS - GROWTH TRENDS AND FORECASTS (2025 - 2032)

Fermented Foods Market, By Type (Fermented Dairy Products (Cheese, Yogurt, Buttermilk, and Kefir), Fermented Beverages (Kombucha, Beer, wine, and Others), Fermented Bakery Products (Sourdough Bread, Idli/Dosa Batter, and Others), and Fermented Vegetables (Kimchi, Sauerkraut, Pickles, Fermented Soy, and Others)), By Functionality (Probiotics, Digestive Health, Nutraceuticals, and Others), By Distribution Channel (Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, Convenience Stores, Specialty Stores, Online Retail, and Others), By Geography (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa)

Published In: 18 Dec, 2025
Code: CMI9102
Pages: 140
Formats: Excel and PDF
Industry: Food and Beverages
- Historical Range: 2020 - 2024
- Forecast Period: 2025 - 2032

The Global Fermented Foods Market is estimated to be valued at USD 258.45 Bn in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 378.46 Bn by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6% from 2025 to 2032. The global fermented foods market represents a dynamic and rapidly evolving segment within the broader food and beverage industry, characterized by increasing consumer awareness about gut health, probiotics, and functional nutrition.

Market Dynamics

The global fermented foods market is propelled by several key drivers that are fundamentally reshaping consumer consumption patterns and industry dynamics. The primary driver is the growing awareness about gut health and the proven benefits of probiotics, with scientific research continuously validating the positive impact of fermented foods on digestive wellness, immune system enhancement, and overall health maintenance. Rising health consciousness, particularly among younger demographics, is driving the demand for functional foods that offer nutritional benefits beyond basic sustenance.

Key Features of the Study

This report provides in-depth analysis of the global fermented foods market, and provides market size (USD Bn) and compound annual growth rate (CAGR%) for the forecast period (2025–2032), considering 2024 as the base year
It elucidates potential revenue opportunities across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrices for this market
This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players
It profiles key players in the global fermented foods market based on the following parameters – company highlights, products portfolio, key highlights, financial performance, and strategies
Key companies covered as a part of this study include Fermented Food Holdings, The Compleat Food Group Limited, Salud, Sbooch, Flanagan Farm, Ms Organics, Lifeway Foods, GT’s Living Foods, Brew Dr. Kombucha, Maple Hill Creamery, and Cleveland Kitchen
Insights from this report would allow marketers and the management authorities of the companies to make informed decisions regarding their future product launches, type up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics
The global fermented foods market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, product manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the global fermented foods market

Market Segmentation

Type Insights (Revenue, USD Bn, 2020 - 2032)
- Fermented Dairy Products
  - Cheese
  - Yogurt
  - Buttermilk
  - Kefir
- Fermented Beverages
  - Kombucha
  - Beer
  - Wine
  - Others
- Fermented Bakery Products
  - Sourdough Bread
  - Idli/Dosa Batter
  - Others
- Fermented Vegetables
  - Kimchi
  - Sauerkraut
  - Pickles
  - Fermented Soy
  - Others
Functionality Insights (Revenue, USD Bn, 2020 - 2032)
- Probiotics
- Digestive Health
- Nutraceuticals
- Others
Distribution Channel Insights (Revenue, USD Bn, 2020 - 2032)
- Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
- Convenience Stores
- Specialty Stores
- Online Retail
- Others
Regional Insights (Revenue, USD Bn, 2020 - 2032)
- North America
  - U.S.
  - Canada
- Latin America
  - Brazil
  - Argentina
  - Mexico
  - Rest of Latin America
- Europe
  - Germany
  - U.K.
  - Spain
  - France
  - Italy
  - Russia
  - Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
  - China
  - India
  - Japan
  - Australia
  - South Korea
  - ASEAN
  - Rest of Asia Pacific
- Middle East
  - GCC Countries
  - Israel
  - Rest of Middle East
- Africa
  - South Africa
  - North Africa
  - Central Africa
Key Players Insights
- Fermented Food Holdings
- The Compleat Food Group Limited
- Salud
- Sbooch
- Flanagan Farm
- Ms Organics
- Lifeway Foods
- GT’s Living Foods
- Brew Dr. Kombucha
- Maple Hill Creamery
- Cleveland Kitchen

Research Objectives and Assumptions
- Research Objectives
- Assumptions
- Abbreviations
Market Purview
- Report Description
  - Market Definition and Scope
- Executive Summary
  - Global Fermented Foods Market, By Type
  - Global Fermented Foods Market, By Functionality
  - Global Fermented Foods Market, By Distribution Channel
  - Global Fermented Foods Market, By Region
Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis
- Market Dynamics
- Impact Analysis
- Key Highlights
- Regulatory Scenario
- Product Launches/Approvals
- PEST Analysis
- PORTER’s Analysis
- Market Opportunities
- Regulatory Scenario
- Key Developments
- Industry Trends
Global Fermented Foods Market, By Type, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
- Introduction
  - Market Share Analysis, 2025 and 2032 (%)
  - Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
  - Segment Trends
- Fermented Dairy Products
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
    - Cheese
    - Yogurt
    - Buttermilk
    - Kefir
- Fermented Beverages
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
    - Kombucha
    - Beer
    - Wine
    - Others
- Fermented Bakery Products
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
    - Sourdough Bread
    - Idli/Dosa Batter
    - Others
- Fermented Vegetables
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
    - Kimchi
    - Sauerkraut
    - Pickles
    - Fermented Soy
    - Others
Global Fermented Foods Market, By Functionality, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
- Introduction
  - Market Share Analysis, 2025 and 2032 (%)
  - Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
  - Segment Trends
- Probiotics
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
- Digestive Health
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
- Nutraceuticals
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
- Others
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Global Fermented Foods Market, By Distribution Channel, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
- Introduction
  - Market Share Analysis, 2025 and 2032 (%)
  - Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
  - Segment Trends
- Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
- Convenience Stores
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
- Specialty Stores
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
- Online Retail
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
- Others
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Global Fermented Foods Market, By Region, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
- Introduction
  - Market Share (%) Analysis, 2025, 2028 & 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), 2021 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Regional Trends
- North America
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Functionality, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
    - U.S.
    - Canada
- Latin America
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Functionality, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
    - Brazil
    - Argentina
    - Mexico
    - Rest of Latin America
- Europe
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Functionality, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
    - Germany
    - U.K.
    - Spain
    - France
    - Italy
    - Russia
    - Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Functionality, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
    - China
    - India
    - Japan
    - Australia
    - South Korea
    - ASEAN
    - Rest of Asia Pacific
- Middle East
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Functionality, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
    - GCC Countries
    - Israel
    - Rest of Middle East
- Africa
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Functionality, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Country/Region, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
    - South Africa
    - North Africa
    - Central Africa
Competitive Landscape
- Fermented Food Holdings
  - Company Highlights
  - Product Portfolio
  - Key Developments
  - Financial Performance
  - Strategies
- The Compleat Food Group Limited
  - Company Highlights
  - Product Portfolio
  - Key Developments
  - Financial Performance
  - Strategies
- Salud
  - Company Highlights
  - Product Portfolio
  - Key Developments
  - Financial Performance
  - Strategies
- Sbooch
  - Company Highlights
  - Product Portfolio
  - Key Developments
  - Financial Performance
  - Strategies
- Flanagan Farm
  - Company Highlights
  - Product Portfolio
  - Key Developments
  - Financial Performance
  - Strategies
- Ms Organics
  - Company Highlights
  - Product Portfolio
  - Key Developments
  - Financial Performance
  - Strategies
- Lifeway Foods
  - Company Highlights
  - Product Portfolio
  - Key Developments
  - Financial Performance
  - Strategies
- GT’s Living Foods
  - Company Highlights
  - Product Portfolio
  - Key Developments
  - Financial Performance
  - Strategies
- Brew Dr. Kombucha
  - Company Highlights
  - Product Portfolio
  - Key Developments
  - Financial Performance
  - Strategies
- Maple Hill Creamery
  - Company Highlights
  - Product Portfolio
  - Key Developments
  - Financial Performance
  - Strategies
- Cleveland Kitchen
  - Company Highlights
  - Product Portfolio
  - Key Developments
  - Financial Performance
  - Strategies
Analyst Recommendations
- Wheel of Fortune
- Analyst View
- Coherent Opportunity Map
References and Research Methodology
- References
- Research Methodology
- About us

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