MARKET INTRODUCTION

Protective cultures consist of bacteria that have been precisely selected for their ability to prevent the growth of microbiological spoilage agents or pathogenic organisms. It is generally regarded as safe. Protective cultures based on selected bacteria from Propionibacterium freudenreichii subsp shermanii, Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Lactobacillus paracasei, etc. Protective cultures are used to preserve fermented foods such as sour cream, cheeses, yogurt, fermented sausages, etc. It also helps to extend the shelf life of the food products.

MARKET DYNAMICS

Increasing demand for natural preservative-free products across the globe is driving the need for protective cultures market. Furthermore, the growing demand for perishable products with extended shelf life worldwide is also projected to influence the protective cultures market significantly. Moreover, increasing concerns for food wastage is also projected to have a robust impact on the protective cultures market. Increasing awareness about green food labels among consumers is also expected to generate untapped opportunity for the market participants.

MARKET SCOPE

The "Global Protective Cultures Market Analysis to 2027" is a specialized and in-depth study of the food and beverage industry with a special focus on the global market trend analysis. The report aims to provide an overview of protective cultures market with detailed market segmentation by technology, type and geography. The global protective cultures market is expected to witness high growth during the forecast period. The report provides key statistics on the market status of the leading protective cultures market players and offers key trends and opportunities in the market.

MARKET SEGMENTATION

The global protective cultures market is segmented on the basis of product form, target microorganism, composition, and application. Based on product form, the market is segmented into freeze-dried and frozen. On the basis of the target microorganism the market is segmented into yeasts & molds, and bacteria. On the basis of the composition the market is segmented into single-strain, multi-strain and multi-strain mixed. On the basis of the application the market is segmented into dairy & dairy products, meat & poultry products, seafood, and others.

REGIONAL FRAMEWORK

The report provides a detailed overview of the industry including both qualitative and quantitative information. It provides overview and forecast of the global protective cultures market based on various segments. It also provides market size and forecast estimates from year 2017 to 2027 with respect to five major regions, namely; North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific (APAC), Middle East and Africa (MEA) and South & Central America. The protective cultures market by each region is later sub-segmented by respective countries and segments. The report covers analysis and forecast of 18 countries globally along with current trend and opportunities prevailing in the region.

The report analyzes factors affecting protective cultures market from both demand and supply side and further evaluates market dynamics effecting the market during the forecast period i.e., drivers, restraints, opportunities, and future trend. The report also provides exhaustive PEST analysis for all five regions namely; North America, Europe, APAC, MEA and South & Central America after evaluating political, economic, social and technological factors effecting the protective cultures market in these regions.

MARKET PLAYERS

The reports cover key developments in the protective cultures market as organic and inorganic growth strategies. Various companies are focusing on organic growth strategies such as product launches, product approvals and others such as patents and events. Inorganic growth strategies activities witnessed in the market were acquisitions, and partnership & collaborations. These activities have paved way for expansion of business and customer base of market players. The market payers from protective cultures market are anticipated to lucrative growth opportunities in the future with the rising demand for protective cultures in the global market. Below mentioned is the list of few companies engaged in the protective cultures market.

The report also includes the profiles of key protective cultures companies along with their SWOT analysis and market strategies. In addition, the report focuses on leading industry players with information such as company profiles, components and services offered, financial information of last 3 years, key development in past five years.
- Biochem s.r.l.,
- Bioprox
- Chr. Hansen A/S
- CSK Food Enrichment B.V.
- Dalton Biotechnologies S.R.L
- DowDuPont Inc.
- Koninklijke DSM N.V.,
- Meat Cracks Technologie GmbH
- Sacco S.R.L
- THT s.a