Plant-based Yogurt Market Size and Share Forecast Outlook 2025 to 2035 South Korea Leads with 13.2% CAGR

The global plant-based yogurt market, valued at USD 5.7 billion in 2025, is set for remarkable expansion, projected to reach USD 19.3 billion by 2035, growing at a robust 12.9% CAGR. This rapid growth stems from rising consumer demand for healthier, sustainable, and dairy-free alternatives, reshaping the yogurt industry worldwide.

Driven by increasing awareness of health and wellness, plant-based yogurts are emerging as a preferred choice among consumers seeking probiotic-rich, lactose-free, and nutrient-dense options. The trend is further strengthened by growing concerns about sustainability and animal welfare, leading to a sharp rise in vegan, vegetarian, and flexitarian diets.

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Market Trends Highlighted

• Growing preference for lactose-free, cholesterol-free, and gut-friendly products.
• Increasing adoption of vegan, vegetarian, and flexitarian diets.
• Enhanced taste, texture, and nutrition through food technology innovations.
• Expansion of retail and e-commerce channels for easy consumer access.
• Surge in demand for functional foods with probiotics, vitamins, and protein fortification.

Key Developments

• Probiotic inclusion leads with 38% market share, highlighting consumer demand for gut-health benefits.
• Nut-based yogurts dominate product type with 43.6% share, driven by premium taste and creamy texture.
• Retail remains the top sales channel with 62% share, supported by supermarket adoption and specialty health stores.
• South Korea is emerging as the fastest-growing market with a 13.2% CAGR, followed closely by the USA at 13.1%.
• Brands are innovating with fortified options, drinkable yogurts, and seasonal flavors to meet diverse preferences.

Key Takeaways of the Report

• Market Growth: USD 5.7 billion (2025) → USD 19.3 billion (2035), CAGR 12.9%.
• Top Segments: Functional ingredients (48% share) and probiotic inclusion (38%).
• Consumer Drivers: Health consciousness, environmental sustainability, and ethical consumption.
• Regional Leader: Asia-Pacific, with South Korea and Japan spearheading growth.
• Challenges: High production costs, regulatory hurdles, and supply chain fluctuations.
• Opportunities: Premium product innovations and expanding digital distribution channels.

Market Drivers

1. Health & Wellness Shift: Rising lactose intolerance, dairy allergies, and demand for low-sugar and probiotic-rich foods.
2. Sustainability Focus: Concerns over greenhouse gas emissions, water use, and animal welfare are fueling plant-based adoption.
3. Innovation in Food Tech: Improved fermentation and processing techniques enhance product quality, making plant-based yogurt comparable to dairy.
4. Consumer Lifestyle Changes: Millennials and Gen Z drive demand for functional, clean-label, and protein-packed options.

Regional Insights

• North America: Strong demand driven by veganism and health awareness, with brands introducing fortified and flavored options.
• Europe: Robust growth due to sustainability policies, clean-label trends, and supermarket adoption of plant-based sections.
• Asia-Pacific: Fastest-growing region, driven by urbanization, rising disposable incomes, and innovative local flavors.
• Latin America & MEA: Emerging opportunities with growing health-conscious populations and expanding retail networks.

Country-wise CAGR Analysis (2025–2035)

• South Korea: 13.2% – Driven by café culture, social media influence, and strong flexitarian adoption.
• USA: 13.1% – Innovation-led growth, with fortified yogurts targeting athletes and health enthusiasts.
• Japan: 13.0% – Rising lactose intolerance and preference for functional soy- and rice-based options.
• European Union: 12.8% – Germany, France, and Netherlands leading growth with strict food safety standards.
• United Kingdom: 12.7% – Driven by environmental awareness, government sustainability initiatives, and organic demand.

Competition Outlook

The plant-based yogurt market is moderately fragmented, with both global players and niche brands competing:

• Danone S.A. – Expanding portfolio with functional and fortified yogurts.
• Chobani LLC – Leveraging brand recognition and innovation in dairy-free alternatives.
• Califia Farms – Pioneering clean-label plant-based yogurts.
• Forager Project – Focused on artisanal, organic, probiotic-rich yogurts.
• General Mills Inc. – Scaling up through its Silk brand with wide distribution.
• Niche Innovators like Kite Hill, Ripple Foods, Nancy’s, and The Coconut Collaborative are winning market share with nut-based, probiotic, and specialty products.

Key Segments of the Market Report

• By Nature: Probiotic Inclusion (38%), Lower Sugar (27%), Functional Ingredients (21%).
• By Product Type: Nut (43.6%), Oat (32%), Legume (18%), Seeds & Cereals (13%).
• By Flavor: Regular (28%), Vanilla (18%), Strawberry (14%), Blueberry (9%), Coconut (7%), Others (24%).
• By Price Range: Mid-Range (46%), Premium (35%), Economic (19%).
• By Sales Channel: Retail (62%), E-commerce (14%), Food Service (9%), Others (15%).

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