Antibiotic-Free Meat Market Size, Share, Industry, Forecast and outlook (2024-2031)

Antibiotic-Free Meat Market is Segmented By Product Type (Poultry Antibiotic-Free Meat, Swine Antibiotic-Free Meat, Bovine Antibiotic-Free Meat, Ovine Antibiotic-Free Meat), By Form (Processed Antibiotic-Free Meat, Fresh Antibiotic-Free Meat), By Distribution Channel (Offline, Online), By End-User (Households, Food Service Provider, Others), and By Region (North America, Europe, South America, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa) – Share, Size, Outlook, and Opportunity Analysis, 2023-2030

Antibiotic-Free Meat Market Size

The Global Antibiotic-Free Meat Market reached USD 134.3 billion in 2022 and is projected to witness lucrative growth by reaching up to USD 292 billion by 2030. The market is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 10.2% during the forecast period 2023-2030. Meat that hasn't been given any antibiotics comes from animals that haven't been given any antimicrobial resistance or antibacterial drugs to cure or prevent harmful infections.

Alternative disease prevention measures are frequently taken by farmers and the meat processing industry is set to encourage the rapid growth of animals by conducting vaccination programs, which results in the emergence of bacteria that are resistant to antibiotics.

The fact that antibiotic-free production contains less fat and cholesterol makes it considered a health-friendly option. The nutrients, minerals, and carbs in antibiotic-free meat are also good sources. Whole swine meat, which is raised without antibiotics (RWA) is well recognized for regulating PMS symptoms, lowering the risk of chronic inflammation and heart diseases, preventing obesity, and assisting with digestion, which is a key factor driving the antibiotic-free meat market growth. 

Antibiotic-Free Meat Market Scope

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Antibiotic-Free Meat Market Dynamics

Rising Demand for Premium Meat Consumption is Estimated to Drive the Antibiotic-Free Meat Market Growth.

The market for antibiotic-free meat is anticipated to rise in the future due to the rising demand for healthy, premium-quality meat. Meat that is nutritiously fortified and of premium grade falls under the category of healthy meat. For instance, the premiumization (movement towards more costly premium products) of antibiotic-free meats has increased by 11.5% since 2022, according to Progressive Grocer, a US-based publication for the food retail business. 

The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry estimates that 340 metric tons of meat were consumed worldwide in 2020, and that number will rise to 460–570 metric tons by 2025. As a result, the antibiotic-free meat market growth is estimated to drive due to the rising demand for meat that is nutritious and of the highest quality by providing prebiotics in animal production and probiotics in animal production.

Antibiotic-free Meat Market is Facing Hurdles in Cost, and Availability among Consumers.

One of the main challenges for the antibiotic-free meat market is the cost of production, which is currently higher than conventional meat products. This is due to the use of more expensive ingredients and production processes. Another restraint is the limited availability of meat in certain regions, particularly in developing countries. 

The taste and texture of antibiotic-free meat are also still not comparable to conventional meat products for some consumers, which may limit their adoption. Furthermore, there is a lack of standardization and regulation in the meat industry, which can lead to confusion among consumers and affect their trust in these products, which in turn, is restraining the antibiotic-free meat market.

Antibiotic-Free Meat Market Segment Analysis

The global antibiotic-free meat market is segmented based on product type, form, distribution channel, end-user, and region.

In the Global Market of Antibiotic-Free Meat, the Poultry Segment Accounted for the Largest Market Share in 2022

The global antibiotic-free meat market has been segmented by product type into poultry antibiotic-free meat, bovine antibiotic-free meat, swine antibiotic-free meat, ovine antibiotic-free meat. The poultry antibiotic-free meat segment held the largest antibiotic-free meat market share of approximately 38.3% in 2022 in the antibiotic-free meat market analysis report. 

Around the globe, chicken is one of the most consumed foods. The nation that consumes the most chicken is the United States. However, because of decreased prices, product consistency and flexibility, and a higher protein/lower fat ratio, chicken meat consumption has increased in practically all countries and areas.

According to USDA report, in 2021, there were 68.1 pounds of chicken and 56.2 pounds of beef available for human consumption per person in the United States (on a boneless, edible basis). Chicken availability in the United States has more than doubled since 1980. Per person, there were 47.5 pounds of pork available for consumption in 2021. The significance that chicken meat plays in the national cuisines is driving the antibiotic-free meat market growth.

Source: DataM Intelligence Analysis (2023)

Antibiotic-Free Meat Market Geographical Share

The Asia-Pacific Held the Largest Share in Antibiotic-Free Meat Market in 2022

The Asia-Pacific antibiotic-free meat market held the largest market share of 42.6% in 2022 in the antibiotic-free meat market analysis. The growth is due to rising health consciousness, perceived nutritional advantages, and socio-environmental responsibility, consumers in the Asia-Pacific area are increasingly choosing organic beef over conventional meat. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada figures show that in 2021, the overall retail sales of organic meat in Japan more than doubled. 

According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries of Japan, the per capita consumption of meat increased gradually to 91.7 grams per person per day in 2021, with a significant share of the total demand coming from the organic sector. Furthermore, regulatory organizations are enforcing limits on withdrawal periods for antibiotics and potentially dangerous antibiotics in response to increasing concerns about food safety. 

Source: DataM Intelligence Analysis (2023)

Antibiotic-Free Meat Market Companies

The major global players in the market include Cargill Inc., Tyson Foods, Inc., JBS S.A., Hormel Foods Corporation, American Foods Group, LLC, Koch Foods, Inc., Smithfield Foods, Inc., National Beef Packing Company, LLC, Perdue Farms Inc., and Allanasons Private Ltd. 

COVID-19 Impact on Antibiotic-Free Meat Market 

Global Recession/Ukraine-Russia War/COVID-19, and Artificial Intelligence Impact Analysis:

Covid-19 Impact:

The unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 had a profound effect on the antibiotic-free industry. Covid-19 has had a considerable impact on the phases of the global meat supply chain that involve meat production, processing, distribution, and consumption as a result of lockdowns and restrictions imposed by various governments. 

Additionally, meat processing and packaging facilities have been impacted by physical separation regulations and a labor shortage. The distribution of meat was greatly impacted by the transportation laws that were prohibited because of lockdowns. The distribution of meat and the supply chain were also impacted when the production of meat was limited. 

Key Developments

• In January 2023, Danish antibiotic-free (ABF) meat from Danish Crown serves as the foundation of a new line of cold cuts being introduced by one of Germany's largest manufacturers, REINERT GRUPPE.
• In June 2022, Foster Farms was purchased by US holding firm Atlas Industries Holdings LLC for an unknown sum. With this acquisition, Atlas Industries emphasized its commitment to the community, excellent product quality, customer satisfaction, and animal welfare. Located in the US, Foster Farms raises poultry that is organic and free of antibiotics.

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