Global Algae Proteins Market Report 2020: Market to Reach $1.2 Billion by 2027 - Increasing Attention on Plant-derived Proteins

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DUBLIN, Dec. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Algae Proteins - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Algae are More Sustainable than Plant & Animal Protein Sources. Market to Reach $1.2 Billion

The global market for Algae Proteins is projected to reach US$1.2 billion by the year 2027, trailing a post COVID-19 CAGR of 6.6% over the analysis period 2020 through 2027. As population continues to grow & availability of arable land declines, demand for alternative protein sources is poised to witness robust growth.

In addition, algae grow rapidly compared to other plants and also provide higher quantities of biomass for equivalent land use. Soy, presently one of the largest sources of plant protein, occupies a large portion of land for cultivation. Algae can be grown in a fraction of the land extent and provide more protein content. In addition, the waste by products after protein extraction can be used for aqua feed as well as a biomass for energy production.

Seaweed and microalgae are emerging as popular algae based sources for protein. Alternative proteins are expected to benefit from increasing popularity of protein bars and snacks among health-conscious individuals. The increasing shift away from beef towards beans is driving manufacturers to offer algal protein-based options at affordable price points. Algal proteins are known for their numerous health benefits over their animal-based counterparts.

Based on its disease-fighting properties due to the presence of phytonutrients and fiber, spirulina is enjoying mainstream presence as functional food ingredient and natural food colorant. The popularity of plant-based proteins is encouraging manufacturers to exploit phytoplankton and chlorella as key strains. On the flip side, plant proteins often lack specific essential amino acids needed for growth of the body. In addition, researchers are yet to fully understand bioavailability and digestibility of algal proteins. These factors point towards the need for more scientific evidence for demonstrating quality of products based on algal proteins.

Algae have been conventionally consumed as vegetable and used in industrial applications in the Eastern and Western worlds, respectively. However, research has demonstrated that microalgae are loaded with proteins along with micronutrients like calcium, vitamins, polyphenols, iodine and carotenoids. Like various protein-rich vegetables such as soy beans, certain phyllum of algae such as red seaweeds contain high-quality proteins.

These micronutrients are driving several players to consider microalgae for applications within the food industry. In addition, animal feed applications consume 30% of global algal production. A number of countries have approved specific algae as chicken feed, and don't require new approval or testing for feed applications.

Researchers have also proposed effective and scalable approaches along with extraction methods related to functional proteins found in green alga Tetraselmis suecica. Biologically, algae are primarily segregated into seaweed and microalgae. While the former are complex multi-cellular organisms harboring in marine environments and salt water, microalgae represent single-celled, very small organisms capable of growing in diverse environmental conditions like alkalinity, pH, sunlight, competing ions and fertilizers. Various companies harvest seaweeds from the sea and import to other countries, especially France and Japan.

While some of these products are used in food supplements or consumed directly, others are being investigated for use as feed additives, mainly in fish diets. In addition to conventional protein extraction methods such as enzymatic hydrolysis, physical processes & chemical extraction, novel technologies like ultrasound-assisted extraction, pulsed electric field & microwave-assisted extraction are growing in popularity.

Key Topics Covered:

1. MARKET OVERVIEW

Impact of Covid-19 and a Looming Global Recession
An Introduction to Algae Protein
Health Benefits of Algal Proteins
Increasing Attention on Plant-derived Proteins
Algae as a Sustainable Alternative
Algae: Showing Potential for Food Applications
Overwhelming Demand for Alternative Protein Sources Makes Algal Proteins to Enjoy Center Stage Presence: An Outlook
Growth Drivers of Algae Proteins
Challenges
Product Types of Algae Protein: Spirulina and Chlorella Account for Majority of the Market
Sources of Algae Protein
Analysis by Application: Dietary Supplements Account for the Largest Share
Regional Analysis: Europe and North America Lead the Algae Protein Market
Competitive Scenario: Exciting Algae-Oriented Developments
Recent Market Activity

2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS

Allmicroalgae - Natural Products SA
Corbion NV
Cyanotech Corporation
Earth Rise Nutritionals, LLC
Energybits, Inc.
FEBICO (Far East Bio-Tec Co., Ltd.)
Heliae Development LLC
Nutress BV
Nutrex Hawaii
Plant Head
Rainbow Light
Roquette Klotze GmbH & Co. KG
Spira Inc.
TerraVia Holdings, Inc.

3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS

Changing Protein Consumption Worldwide
Food Needs of Expanding Global Population Improve Market Prospects
Algae Proteins in Dietary Supplements
Growing Image of Algae as a Smarter Source of Protein Bodes Well
Algae Proteins Gain Traction in Food Products
Food Companies Taking Notice of Algae for Future Food Applications
Algae in Animal Feed Applications
Algaculture Trends Favor Growth
Seaweed Production Grows
Rising Production of Microalgae
New Algal Protein Based Food Products Augurs Well
Consumer Focus on Natural Ingredients & Clean Label

4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE

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