Plant-based Dairy

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Country Report Aug 2025

Plant-based dairy has seen a positive performance in 2025. All categories have seen both volume and value growth amid the strong health and wellness and sustainability positioning of these products. Soy drinks remains the biggest category within plant-based dairy in Belgium, but it has suffered growing competition from other plant-based milk such as almond and oat, which has become increasingly popular thanks to expanding range of branded and private label options.

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Country Report Aug 2025

Plant-based dairy in Canada continued to post robust growth in both volume and value terms in 2025, building on the momentum seen in 2024. The appeal of these products is underpinned by multiple factors. Consumers increasingly view plant-based options as healthier than conventional dairy, often perceiving them as offering higher levels of protein and vitamins. The share of vegetarians in the Canadian population rose from 9.1% in 2019 to 12.3% in 2024, and this upward trend is expected to continu

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Country Report Aug 2025

Volume sales of plant-based dairy saw recovery in 2025 after steep declines during the previous year of the review period. This was thanks to an increase in consumers’ disposable incomes resulting from greater economic stability, reduced inflation, and continued overall economic function.

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Country Report Aug 2025

Plant-based dairy in China is falling in terms of retail value sales in 2025. Plant-based drinks have a long development history in China and a solid consumer base but are currently facing declining popularity.

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Country Report Aug 2025

Value sales of plant-based dairy are set to increase in Finland in 2025, marking a return to growth following a period of slower performance. This turnaround is largely driven by strong new product development and proactive efforts from retailers to promote plant-based consumption. For example, the Vegan Challenge in January attracted a record number of participants, according to retail giant S Group, highlighting growing consumer engagement. Retailers also supported sales with special offer cam

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Country Report Aug 2025

Retail value sales of plant-based dairy are set to increase in current terms in South Korea in 2025. In a market where a majority of the population is lactose intolerant, consumer choices for alternatives to traditional dairy products were once largely limited to sterilised milk and lactose-free options. However, plant-based milk has rapidly emerged as a compelling alternative and continues to grow steadily in 2025. What began as a niche trend amongst younger consumers - driven by health conscio

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Country Report Aug 2025

Retail value sales of plant-based dairy are set to grow strongly in current terms in Greece in 2025. Plant-based dairy alternatives, such as oat, almond, and soy milk, are seeing steady growth, driven by local preferences and global sustainability trends. Consumers are turning to these alternatives for both health-related reasons and due to concerns over the availability of animal-based raw materials. While there is still uncertainty about how healthy these products truly are, they are generally

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Country Report Aug 2025

Retail value sales of plant-based dairy alternatives in Bulgaria increased in 2025, supported both by unit price growth and steadily rising consumption. Demand was driven by multiple factors, including the growing incidence of lactose intolerance and dairy allergies, the search for lower-calorie yet nutrient-rich foods, and the rising number of vegans or flexitarians avoiding animal-derived products for ethical, environmental, or health reasons. Greater product availability in mainstream retail,

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Country Report Aug 2025

Value sales of plant-based dairy products in Egypt are projected to record a double-digit increase in 2025. This growth has been primarily driven by price hikes exceeding 15% during the first quarter, introduced to counter rising inflation and the escalating cost of raw materials. Imported brands within plant-based dairy, however, faced considerable challenges. These players were particularly exposed to the effects of currency devaluation and rising importation costs, which significantly undermi

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Country Report Aug 2025

Retail value sales of plant-based dairy are set to rise in current terms in Japan in 2025. This is largely owing to a recovery in the sales of soy drinks, the largest category in plant-based dairy, which accounts for more than 90% of overall category retail volume sales. The soy drinks market reached record high sales in both retail value and volume terms in 2020 but has since been in decline due to factors such as price hikes leading to reduced consumer purchases. However, in 2024, industry-wid

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Country Report Aug 2025

Retail value sales of plant-based dairy are seeing growth in Chile in 2025. Plant-based foods are a fundamental part of the ongoing food transition, driven by rising interest in foods that are not based on animal products and by growing engagement with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free diets. This shift is reshaping the type of food produced by the food industry.

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Country Report Aug 2025

In 2025, retail current value sales of plant-based dairy in the Czech Republic are expected to see strong, and faster than in 2024, growth. However, the retail current value growth projection is much slower than the double-digit increases seen in the early-to-mid-review period. Similarly, retail volume sales are set to see moderate growth in 2025, following dynamic-to-fast increases in the early-to-mid-review period. The slowdown is underpinned by the upturn in traditional dairy products towards

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Country Report Aug 2025

Sales of plant-based dairy have seen steady value growth in 2025, supported by a wave of product innovation that aligns with evolving consumer preferences for functionality, versatility, and health benefits. Plant-based milk remains the largest and most established category, with growth underpinned by the rising popularity of barista-style formats, particularly oat-based. As more consumers seek to replicate café-quality coffee at home, these creamier, froth-friendly products have become a key en

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Country Report Aug 2025

Plant-based dairy has recorded strong growth in value and volume terms in 2025. Consumer interest in and demand for plant-based dairy continues to rise, with new product launches and increasing shelf space in retailers helping to boost sales. Growth also stems from the category’s fairly low sales base compared to the overall dairy market. Plant-based milk generates the vast majority of sales for plant-based dairy in 2025, with other plant-based milk made from oats and almonds driving sales. The

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Country Report Aug 2025

Retail value sales of plant-based dairy in Saudi Arabia increased by 9% in current terms in 2025, reaching SAR50 million. While still a niche category within the overall industry, plant-based dairy gained traction among specific consumer groups, particularly young urban dwellers. This growth was largely driven by a rising interest in health, wellness, and ethical consumption. Products such as almond and oat milk have found particular appeal among consumers with lactose intolerance or those follo

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Global Company Profile Apr 2025

Groupe Danone continues to be the leading company in the global dairy products and alternatives market, with a particular focus on yoghurt and milk formula. Although it has been losing a little of its global retail value share in recent years, like all top companies it is focusing on innovations around healthy eating to better respond to consumers’ evolving demands, including an emphasis on high-protein products as well as those fortified with nutrients promoting gut health.

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Country Report Jan 2025

Growth in demand for plant-based dairy products in India is expected to remain strong in 2024, with double-digit retail current value growth anticipated. Fresh cow’s milk is usually consumed on a daily basis in Indian households. While India has a large dairy industry with high penetration of dairy products, there is growing evidence of rising lactose intolerance in the country, which is driving demand for plant-based dairy products. In addition, with increasing urbanisation, many consumers’ lif

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Country Report Oct 2024

Less mature plant-based dairy categories in Brazil, such as other plant-based milk, and plant-based cheese, have experienced rapid growth in recent years, driven by a confluence of factors. Increasing consumer awareness of the environmental, health, and ethical benefits of plant-based products has played a pivotal role. As consumers adopt healthier lifestyles, they are seeking plant-based alternatives to traditional dairy products. Technological advances have been instrumental in creating plant-

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Country Report Sep 2024

Retail demand for plant-based dairy in Peru continues to decline, driven by the dominant soy drinks. Although the economic situation in Peru is showing shown signs of improvement in 2024, concerns over the country's future persist, particularly due to ongoing corruption scandals and uncertainty regarding the next government. This environment continues to constrain the potential for attracting new consumers to plant-based dairy, as many Peruvians remain focused on reducing their expenditure on no

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Country Report Sep 2024

Modern consumers in Slovenia are increasingly health-conscious, with many following vegetarian or vegan lifestyles and seeking non-dairy alternatives for daily consumption in 2024. Concerns about animal welfare and reducing animal suffering are key factors driving the shift from animal-based to plant-based products. In 2024, plant-based dairy continues to witness stable consumer demand, with significant growth potential per capita. The lingering effects of inflation have led to rising product pr

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Country Report Sep 2024

Plant-based offerings within dairy products and alternatives in Sweden continue to do well in 2024, despite falling sales, having expanded from a small niche to much broader ranges and varieties over the years. According to studies, the majority of Swedes eat entirely vegetarian meals at least once a week, with the vegetarian diet most prevalent among young consumers and women. While the proportion of vegetarians and vegans is stable, flexitarians eat vegetarian to a slightly lesser extent. The

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Country Report Aug 2024

In 2024, plant-based dairy in Malaysia is projected to see a strong decrease in retail volume sales and a moderate downturn in retail current value sales. This is partly due to intense competition between soft drinks (juice and Asian speciality drinks) and soy drinks, with these products displayed side-by-side and available at similar price points. Moreover, juice and Asian speciality drinks are seeing extensive brand activity, which lures consumers away from soy drinks.

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Country Report Aug 2024

Plant-based dairy is seeing skyrocketing retail value growth in Slovakia in 2024, with retail volume also robust. That said, we should remember that plant-based dairy is a less mature category than traditional dairy, thus is growing from a lower base which helps to support a stronger performance. Plant-based dairy appeals to both vegans and those who are lactose intolerant, creating its own niche base. However, traditional dairy also remains strong in Slovakia, thus dairy-based and plant-based o

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Country Report Aug 2024

There is a limited appetite for plant-based dairy products in Cameroon, including plant-based yoghurt, with sales reporting a sharp decline in retail volume terms in 2024. Traditional dairy products dominate the market, and plant-based dairy has yet to gain significant traction among consumers. Cultural preferences, familiarity with dairy-based products, and a lack of widespread awareness about plant-based options contributes to the minimal demand.

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