Meat Speciation Testing Market Size, Share, Industry, Forecast and outlook (2024-2031)

Global Meat Speciation Testing Market is Segmented By Species (Cow, Swine, Chicken, Horse, Sheep, Others), By Technology (PCR , ELISA, Others), By Form (Raw, Cooked, Processed), and By Region (North America, Europe, South America, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa) – Share, Size, Outlook, and Opportunity Analysis, 2024-2031

Meat Speciation Testing Market Size

Global Meat Speciation Testing Market reached USD 1.9 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 2.6 billion by 2030 growing with a CAGR of 4.1% during the forecast period 2024-2031. DNA analysis is a technique that helps to identify and differentiate the genetic makeup of species and making it an ideal meat authentication tool. Real-time polymer chain reaction (PCR is a specific type of PCR that has become a widely used in meat speciation testing. 

Next-generation sequencing allows sequencing the entire genome, including DNA from multiple species in a single sample. This allows for a more comprehensive screening of available genetic resources and makes it ideal for identifying a wide range of meat species in complex foods.

Mass spectrometry can be used for protein-based assays to identify unique peptide markers specific to meat species. Species-specific markers are commonly used in DNA-based methods, such as polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and next-generation sequencing (NGS).

Meat Speciation Testing Market Scope

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Meat Speciation Testing Market Dynamics

Increasing Consumer Awareness about Food Safety, Health, and Ethical Concerns Related to Meat Consumption Drives Market Growth of Meat Speciation Testing

Globally, consumers are becoming more concerned about the safety of the meat they consumed. They want assurance that the meat products they purchase are free from contamination, such as hormones, pathogens, antibiotics, or other potentially harmful substances. Meat speciation testing helps to identify the presence of such contaminants ensuring that consumers can make informed decisions about the meat they buy.

Consumers are become more health conscious and are mindful of the nutritional aspects of their diet. They may have specific dietary requirements or preferences, such as avoiding certain allergens or consuming meat from specific animal species. An increase in meat fraud globally also creates demand for meat speciation testing. It is relevant for consumers with dietary restrictions or cultural practices.

Increase in Meat Production Globally Drives the Market Growth of the Meat Speciation Testing Market 

Meat is an important source of nutrition for many people across the world. Over the last 5 years, meat production is growing by triple. According to the OECD- FAO Agricultural Outlook, global meat consumption per capita is projected to increase by 0.3% p.a. to 35.4 kg in retail weight equivalent by 2030. International meat trade will expand in response to growing demand from countries in Asia and the Near East, where production will remain largely insufficient to meet demand.

Global consumption growth of meat proteins over the next decade is projected to increase by 14% by 2030 compared to the base period of between 2018-2020. Rapid growth in meat consumption is due to the rise in disposable income and the rapid growth of the population. Increasing the demand of various types of meat such as beef, pork, poultry, and sheep meat is projected to grow at the rate of 5.9%, 13.1%, 17.8% and 15.7% respectively by 2030. This increase in the demand of meat helps to boost the demand of meat speciation testing.

High Cost of  the Meat Speciation Testing Hampers Market Growth 

The high cost of meat speciation testing is a barrier for small and medium-sized enterprises. Meat speciation testing methods require specialized reagents, equipment, and skilled employers to operate it. These costs can be substantial, especially for advanced testing techniques like DNA-based methods. The initial investment and ongoing expenses related to equipment calibration, maintenance, and laboratory infrastructure can be a burden, particularly for smaller companies or those with limited budgets. 

Many companies outsource their meat speciation testing to external laboratories that offer specialized testing services. However, these external services come at a cost, and repeated testing can significantly impact the overall expenditure. Reliance on external testing services can limit the flexibility and control that companies have over their testing processes and add to the financial burden.

Meat Speciation Testing Market Segment Analysis

The global meat speciation testing market is segmented based on species, technology, form, and region.

An increase in the Consumers Demand for Chicken Helps to Boost Segment Growth Over the Forecast Period.

The global meat speciation testing market by species has been segmented by cow, swine, chicken, horse, sheep, and others. 

Chicken meat is derived from domesticated chickens and is widely consumed across the world. Increase in the consumer's demand for chicken due to various factors such as versatility, affordability, and nutritional benefits. The demand of chicken is increasing due to the rapid growth in population, changing dietary preferences, increasing urbanization, and economic factors. Chicken is consumed in various types such as frozen, fresh, processed, and value-added products.

Chicken meat speciation testing is an essential aspect of the broader meat speciation testing market. Chicken meat speciation testing helps ensure the accuracy of labeling for chicken products. It verifies that the meat being sold as chicken is indeed sourced from chickens and not from other animal species. This is important to prevent fraud, and mislabeling, and maintain transparency in the meat industry. 

Chicken meat speciation testing helps verify the authenticity of chicken products throughout the supply chain. It ensures that the meat sold as chicken is not substituted or adulterated with lower-quality or less desirable species.

Source: DataM Intelligence Analysis (2023)

Global Meat Speciation Testing Market Geographical Share

North America Region Held the Largest Share in Meat Speciation Testing  Market.

North America meat specificity testing market refers to the increasing industry concerned with testing and analyzing meat products to identify various animal sources, especially in the meat industry, an important aspect of food safety and regulatory compliance. In the developed countries like United States and Canada meat-specific testing is conducted to detect and prevent fraudulent practices such as substituting or mislabeling meat products. 

Consumers in the United States and Canada are increasingly concerned about where their food comes from and what it contains. They want to know that the meat they buy is accurately labeled and in line with their dietary and ethical preferences. Regulatory agencies in the region such as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) have implemented stringent regulations to ensure food safety and prevent frauds in the meat industry. Meat specific testing helps to minimize these frauds and give good quality food to the consumers. 

Source: DataM Intelligence Analysis (2023)

Meat Speciation Testing Market Companies

The major global players include Eurofins Scientific., VWR International, LLC, Rapid Test Methods Ltd., AB Sciex Pte. Ltd., LGC Limited, Neogen Corporation, ALS, BioCheck Inc., EnviroLogix and EMSL Analytical, Inc.

COVID-19 Impact on Meat Speciation Testing Market

COVID-19 Impact 

During COVID-19 the consumption rate of broilers, layers, turkeys, dairy cows and beef cattle fell roughly 1.7% to an estimated 248.4 million tons, which negatively impacted on the market growth in the pandemic. The pandemic has disrupted the global supply chain associated with the food industry. The impact of these interruptions may have affected the availability of reagents, equipment, and other resources needed for primary meat testing.

 During the pandemic, locked-in communities, social isolation and economic uncertainty can affect consumer behavior and purchasing patterns. This could have particularly affected the demand for meat tests, especially in the food processing industry. The increased focus on health and wellness has led to an increase in demand for products with specific nutrients, such as organic, natural, ethically sourced meat or specific meat testing helps validate these claims, thereby supporting consumer confidence and meeting changing preferences. 

By Species

• Cow
• Swine
• Chicken
• Horse
• Sheep
• Others 

By Technology

• PCR
• ELISA
• Others 

By Form 

• Raw
• Cooked
• Processed 

By Region

• North America
  • The U.S.
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • The U.K.
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Rest of Europe
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South America
• Asia-Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia-Pacific
• Middle East and Africa

Key Developments

• On May 07, 2021, Eurofins, a french group of laboratories independent contract testing laboratory Alliance Technical Laboratories (ATL) Ltd. This acquisition helps to enhance the company’s food, water and feed testing service provision.
• On December 14, 2020, Neogen,a U.S.-based company launched quick and easy Reveal tests for meat speciation. The reveal test is for beef, horse, sheep, and poultry that provides accurate results in 5 minutes after a simple water extraction. This new test detects 0.5% of the target species identification in raw meat.
• On April, 04, 2023, Bio-Rad Launchednew kit in the market for meat speciation.It is providing a real-time PCR method for detecting target species in food, feed and environmental samples.The new launched kit target mitochondrial DNA in food.

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