Yeast Market Size, Share, By Type (Baker’s Yeast, Wine Yeast, Feed Yeast, Brewer’s Yeast, and Others), Form (Dry Yeast, Fresh Yeast, and Instant Yeast), Strain (Saccharomyces Cerevisiae, Kluyveromyces Lactis, and Others), Application (Food and Beverages, Animal Feed, Bioethanol Production, Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical, and Others), Distribution Channel (Online, Hypermarket/Supermarket, Retail Stores, and Others), and Region - Trends, Analysis, and Forecast till 2035

• Till 2035, the market is projected to enlarge at USD 14.1 Billion.
• Yeast market size was calculated at USD 6.0 Billion in 2024.
• Target market is developing at a CAGR of 9.2%.

Yeasts are eukaryotic, single-celled microorganisms classified as members of the fungus kingdom. The first yeast originated hundreds of millions of years ago, and at least 1,500 species are currently recognized. Some yeast species have the ability to develop multicellular characteristics by forming strings of connected budding cells known as pseudohyphae or false hyphae, or quickly evolve into a multicellular cluster with specialized cell organelles function.

 The demand for yeast market is driven by various factors such as consumer preferences, its positive impact on health, surging demand for a vegan diet, increased demand in food and beverages industry, technological innovations, increasing demand for feed, and the increasing demand for yeast in pharmaceutical and bioethanol production. In addition to this, yeast is a source of protein, vitamins and minerals, and has the ability to improve the taste of food and drinks, thereby, further contributing in the yeast market growth.

Impact of AI on the Yeast Market:

Through the optimization of production procedures, enhancement of quality control, creation of new strains of yeast, and more effective research and development, artificial intelligence (AI) is having a major impact on the yeast market. This will ultimately result in higher yields and better product consistency across a range of yeast applications, including brewing, baking, and the production of biofuel.

Key Drivers of Target Market:

Various Health Benefits of Yeast is Stimulating the Market Augmentation

Yeast has several health benefits, such as boosting the immune system, improving cholesterol, supporting gut health, improving cholesterol levels, reducing the risk of cancer, helping in energy metabolism, regulating the blood sugar level, promoting healthy hair, skin, and nails, is necessary for nerve functioning, and is essential for blood cell formation.

• For Instance, in December 2024, Witsbb, a pioneer in allergy-free nutrition, had launched its latest product, the Elderberry Yeast β-glucan drink. This was an immune-boosting nutritional product specifically developed for children aged 6 months to 12 years, the Elderberry Yeast β-glucan drink adhered to Witsbb's pioneering allergy-free formula and is enhanced with a new generation of high-standard immune formulas. Upon its release, the product had garnered widespread acclaim from the market and had received continuous positive feedback from a broad base of consumers.

Restraints:

Yeast can Cause Allergic Reactions Leading to Obstructing the Market Growth

Proteins in yeast can induce allergic responses, which can result in symptoms, such as swelling, itching, or breathing problems by triggering an immunological response. Foods fermented with yeast may cause bloating or skin rashes in certain persons. When eating foods containing yeast, a yeast allergy can result in a number of allergic symptoms, such as skin rashes, hives, itching, nasal congestion, gastrointestinal discomfort, diarrhea, bloating, and in extreme situations, breathing difficulties (anaphylaxis).

• Counterbalance Statements: Avoiding food and beverages that contain yeast, including, bread, beer, and fermented products, choosing a diet to avoid yeast, and maintaining the gut health and taking probiotics to balance the microbiota, are possible solutions to avoid allergic reactions caused by yeast.

Opportunities:

Combining Cutting-Edge Technologies with Yeast is Surging the Market Growth

The yeast market is fueled by advanced technologies, such as bioinformatics which includes, systems biology, and metabolic engineering, fermentation technology which includes co-culture, and thermotolerant strains, and genetic engineering, which includes, CRISPR-Cas9, protoplast fusion, and recombinant DNA technology. Yeast strains used in baking, the manufacturing of bioethanol, and other sectors are improved by these methods.

• For instance, in January 2025, Researchers at Macquarie University, had worked with an international team of scientists to achieve a major milestone in synthetic biology by completing the creation of the final chromosome in the world's first synthetic eukaryotic genome from Saccharomyces cerevisiae (baker's yeast). Using cutting-edge genome-editing techniques, including the CRISPR D-BUGS protocol, the team identified and corrected genetic errors that impacted yeast growth. These changes restored the strain’s ability to grow on glycerol, a key carbon source, under elevated temperatures.

Type, form, strain, application, distribution channel, and region are the segmentations in this market. 

Type

By type, the market is segmented into baker’s yeast, wine yeast, feed yeast, brewer’s yeast, and others. The baker’s yeast segment is forecasted to rule over the market due to its low cost and a wide range of applications, including, bread consumption, and nutritional benefits. Moreover, the ongoing innovations in yeast strains are improving baking performance, shelf life, and nutritional value.

• For instance, in September 2024, Revyve, B.V. had introduced a gluten-free ingredient line made from baker's yeast, which offered excellent texturizing functionalities and neutral flavor and color. This move aimed to meet the demand for clean-label, sustainable texturizing ingredients in gluten-free products, particularly in sauces and potato products, and was ideal for flavor-sensitive products such as sweet baked goods and confectionery.

Form

By form, the market is divided into dry yeast, fresh yeast, and instant yeast. The instant yeast segment is attributed to dominate the market as it is versatile, convenient and has a longer shelf-life in comparison to the others. It can directly be added to dry ingredients without needing separate activation step, making it ideal for both home bakers and commercial bakers.

• For instance, in April 2020, RICARDO launched a new instant yeast, to get back into more ambitious culinary projects. This was the local instant yeast in Montreal, which was Aliments du Québec certified, and was ideal for bread, pizza dough, bagels, and buns. The brand came up with the solution for instant yeast when the city faced a yeast shortage in the province’s grocery stores.

Strain

On the basis of strain, the market is classified into saccharomyces cerevisiae, kluyveromyces lactis, and others. The saccharomyces cerevisiae strain holds the biggest yeast market share as it is the most widely used yeast in various applications, including, feed, wine, and bioethanol production. Additionally, it is used as a host for recombinant protein production and is naturally adaptable in industrial conditions, and can produce and secrete eukaryotic proteins.

• For instance, in December 2024, Researchers from NUS Medicine had developed a method to engineer the Saccharomyces cerevisiae strain of yeast to form complex microbial communities that self-regulated its composition. This could revolutionize personalized healthcare by delivering tailored treatments in real time, leading to more effective therapies with fewer side effects and enhancing biotech efficiency and sustainability.

Application

The market is branched into food and beverages, animal feed, bioethanol production, pharmaceutical and nutraceutical, and others, on the foundation of application. The food and beverage industry is expected to govern the market as it is widely used in baking and brewing. Furthermore, it has various nutritional benefits, such as its vitamins, minerals, and proteins, which contribute to its high usage in the food and beverage industry.

• For instance, in July 2022, Novozymes, a biotechnology company that works in the food and beverage industry, introduced Innova Apex and Innova Turbo, two advanced yeasts, to the Innova platform. Innova Apex and Turbo were tailored to work in specific fermentation times, enabling ethanol producers to maximize its fermentation process to achieve its desired production targets and business goals.

Distribution Channel

Under distribution channel, the market is pigeonholed into online, hypermarket/supermarket, retail stores, and others. The hypermarket/supermarket segment is influencing the market as it offers a wide selection for the yeast products, are convenient for customers, offer competitive prices on yeast products and are popular retail outlets in developed and developing region.

Region

Geographically, the market is catalogued into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa.

Asia Pacific: Asia Pacific has the largest yeast market share including both feed yeast and yeast extract which includes processed foods, savory products, and snacks. This is due to a number of factors, such as, a large population, rising meat consumption, and a growing demand for processed foods.

• For instance, in July 2024, Angel Yeast, the world's leading yeast manufacturer, collaborated with BakeMark to unveil a variety of product lines under the name BakeMark By Angel at Bakery China 2024, the 26th edition of the largest exhibition in the bakery and confectionery industry worldwide, held in Shanghai. BakeMark was the top bakery ingredient manufacturer and distributor in North America. Looking forward, the two industry heavyweights would deliver quality bakery products and services that promote healthier eating choices among consumers.

Europe

Europe is attributed to have the fastest growing yeast market share. This is due to this region’s, well-established baking and brewing industries, growing demand for processed foods, plant-based food alternatives, and natural ingredients, and the growing awareness of health benefits of bakery products.

• For instance, in February 2020, the Danish industrial biotech company Novozymes, had announced the launch of its latest non-GM yeast technology, Innova Fit, which it said reduced biofuel production bottlenecks caused by conventional and basic yeast. Biofuels, including ethanol, are a renewable energy source being used as a replacement for fossil fuels, with substantially reduced CO2 emissions, particularly in the transport sector. Its growing popularity necessitates improved manufacturing efficiency.

Yeast Market Report Scope:

Attribute	Details
Market Size 2025	USD 6.3 Billion
Projected Market Size 2035	USD 14.1 Billion
CAGR Growth Rate	9.2% (2025-2035)
Base year for estimation	2024
Forecast period	2025 – 2035
Market representation	Revenue in USD Billion & CAGR from 2025 to 2035
Regional scope	North America - U.S. and Canada Europe – Germany, U.K., France, Russia, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, and Rest of Europe Asia Pacific – China, India, Japan, Australia, Indonesia Malaysia, South Korea, and Rest of Asia Pacific Latin America - Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, and Rest of Latin America Middle East & Africa – GCC, Israel, South Africa, and Rest of the Middle East & Africa
Report coverage	Revenue forecast, company share, competitive landscape, growth factors, and trends

Segmentation:

By Type:

• Baker’s Yeast
• Wine Yeast
• Feed Yeast
• Brewer’s Yeast
• Others

By Form:

• Dry Yeast
• Fresh Yeast
• Instant Yeast

By Strain:

• Saccharomyces cerevisiae
• Kluyveromyces lactis
• Others

By Application:

• Food and Beverages
• Animal Feed
• Bioethanol Production
• Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical
• Others

By Distribution Channel:

• Online
• Hypermarket/Supermarket
• Retail Stores
• Others

By Region:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • U.K.
  • France
  • Russia
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Netherlands
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • Indonesia
  • Malaysia
  • South Korea
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Argentina
  • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East & Africa
  • GCC
  • Israel
  • South Africa
  • Rest of the Middle East & Africa

The companies operating in the market are Lesaffre, Chr. Hansen A/S, AB Mauri India Pvt.Ltd, AngelYeast Co., Ltd., Lallemand Inc., and others. The key players are adopting strategies such as product launches, innovations, collaborations and partnerships, and intensive research and development for further market expansion.

List of Key Players in the Market:

• Lesaffre
• Chr. Hansen A/S
• AB Mauri India Pvt.Ltd
• AngelYeast Co., Ltd.
• Lallemand Inc.
• Kerry Group plc.
• Enzym Group
• Red Star Yeast
• ADM
• Biorigin
• Puratos Group
• Oriental Yeast Co.
• Leiber
• Alltech

• In April 2024,  Pureture, a U.S. biotech company specializing in developing animal-free ingredients that contain functions just, such as animal-based protein, had succeeded in creating another innovation that would enhance the cultivation process of yeast protein, which was an essential part of its alternative casein protein production process. This aimed on improving the quality of ingredients in nutritional and clean-label solutions.
• In October 2024, Novonesis, formerly Novozymes, introduced Innova Eclipse as the latest, most advanced yeast?innovation for the ethanol production industry, which was designed to break through fermentation barriers and withstand fermentation stressors. Innova Eclipse promised to redefine the possibilities for ethanol producers and its plants. This breakthrough empowered ethanol producers to achieve more complete fermentations and optimize its capital investments and volatile input costs.?

Analyst View:

The demand for yeast market is driven by various factors such as rising consumer preferences, its positive impact on health, surging demand for a vegan diet, increased demand in food and beverages industry, technological innovations, increasing demand for feed, and the increasing demand for yeast in pharmaceutical and bioethanol production.

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Company Name	Lesaffre
Headquarter	Marcq-en-Baroeul, France
CEO	Mr. Antoine Baule
Employee Count (2024)	11,000 Employees