The global yogurt market reached a value of US$ 107.2 Billion in 2021. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 154 Billion by 2027, exhibiting a CAGR of 6.3% during 2022-2027. Keeping in mind the uncertainties of COVID-19, we are continuously tracking and evaluating the direct as well as the indirect influence of the pandemic. These insights are included in the report as a major market contributor.

Yogurt is a coagulated dairy product made by fermenting milk with yogurt cultures like Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus. It is a rich source of proteins, calcium, vitamins B6 and B12, riboflavin, potassium and magnesium. As a result of its high nutritional value, yogurt offers several health benefits. It helps in improving immunity, lowering the risk of type 2 diabetes, strengthening bones and teeth, preventing digestive problems, and lowering high blood pressure and bad cholesterol. In recent years, the manufacturers have also introduced a wide variety of probiotic, stirred, creamy and pulp-laced yogurt variants.

Global Yogurt Market Drivers:

Yogurt has a low fat and sugar content due to which it is increasingly being preferred by health-conscious consumers. In line with this, manufacturers are offering fortified yogurt products with extra vitamins, minerals and fiber. For instance, Arla Foods has launched a fiber-rich yogurt variant that is high in proteins, low in fats and contains around 27% of the daily recommended intake of calcium.
Convenient and innovative packaging formats offer various growth opportunities to the manufacturers. In line with this, they are introducing products such as self-contained froyo balls, squeezable tubes, and containers equipped with anti-choking cap that minimize spills and reduce potential safety hazards.
The leading dairy companies are acquiring businesses to expand their presence and market operations worldwide. For example, Lactalis acquired the organic yogurt maker Stonyfield from Groupe Danone, and a US-based dairy brand called siggi’s which specializes in Icelandic style yogurt.

Key Market Segmentation:
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each sub-segment of the global yogurt market, along with forecasts at the global and regional level from 2022-2027. Our report has categorized the market based on product type, flavor and distribution channel.

Breakup by Product Type:

Set Yogurt
Greek Yogurt
Yogurt Drinks
Frozen Yogurt
Others

Currently, yogurt drinks represent the most popular product type, holding the largest market share. Yogurt drinks have gained traction among consumers as they offer probiotic properties and are widely preferred as a healthy beverage.

Breakup by Flavor:

Strawberry Blend
Vanilla
Plain
Strawberry
Peach
Others

The market has also been categorized on the basis of flavors. Some of the popular flavors of yogurt include strawberry blend, vanilla, plain, strawberry, peach and others.

Breakup by Distribution Channel:

Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
Convenience Stores
Specialty Stores
Online Stores
Others

Amongst these, supermarkets and hypermarkets represent the largest distribution channel as these stores have a wide variety of products from numerous brands. Supermarkets and hypermarkets also offer access to cold storage which is essential for maintaining the shelf-life of perishable dairy products.

Regional Insights:

Asia Pacific
European Union
North America
Eastern Europe
Latin America
Others

Region-wise, the Asia Pacific is the leading market, accounting for the majority of the total market share. Yogurt is widely consumed in the region as a healthy snack and dessert. Other major regions include European Union, North America, Eastern Europe, Latin America and Others.

Competitive Landscape:
The competitive landscape of the market has also been analyzed. It is characterized by the presence of numerous small and large manufacturers. Some of the leading players operating in the market are:

Lactalis Group
General Mills Inc.
Nestle
Friesland Campina
Danone
Yili Industrial Group Co. Ltd. Key Questions Answered in This Report:

How has the global yogurt market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
What are the key regional markets in the global yogurt market?
What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the global yogurt market?
What are the major product types in the global yogurt market?
What are the various distribution channels in the global yogurt market?
What are the several flavors available in the global yogurt market?
What are the price trends of yogurt?
What are the various stages in the value chain of the yogurt market?
What are the key driving factors and challenges in the yogurt market?
What is the structure of the global yogurt market and who are the key players?
What is the degree of competition in the yogurt market?
What are the profit margins in the yogurt market?
What are the key requirements for setting up a yogurt manufacturing plant?
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