The latest report by IMARC Group, titled “Mushroom Market Report by Mushroom Type (Button Mushroom, Shiitake Mushroom, Oyster Mushroom, and Others), Form (Fresh Mushroom, Canned Mushroom, Dried Mushroom, and Others), Distribution Channel (Supermarkets and Hypermarkets, Grocery Stores, Online Stores, and Others), End-Use (Food Processing Industry, Food Service Sector, Direct Consumption, and Others), and Region 2025-2033”, offers a comprehensive analysis of the global mushroom market forecast. The report also includes competitor and regional analysis, along with a breakdown of segments within the industry.
How Big is the Mushroom Market?
The global mushroom market size reached USD 71.8 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 119.8 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8% during 2025-2033.
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Global Mushroom Market Dynamics:
Increase in Consumption of Plant-Based Foods:
The mushroom sector is concentrating on the increasing need for plant-based protein among its prospective clientele. The population of people adopting a vegetarian diet for health, environmental, or humanitarian reasons is increasing, and mushrooms have emerged as a good source of plant-based protein. Some species of mushroom such as the shiitake, oyster, and maitake are high in proteins, vitamins, and other literally important minerals while being low in fat and calories. This is increased by the growing vegan, vegetarian, or even flexitarian population in the western countries.
Moreover, it is their texure, flavor and nutritious properties that make them valuable in the production of numerous meat alternative products. This indicates that there is still untapped opportunity for mushrooms, which are currently incorporated into the manufacturing of a range of processed foods such as plantbased burgers and instant plant-based dishes. Changing dietary patterns is evidence of the wider trend in clean eating and healthfulness. Consequently, mushrooms not only fit in modern diets, but also underpin the healthy nature of such diets. It would be reasonable to expect that the mushroom market, as well as other mushroom-based products, will benefit from plant-based diets education and a growing willingness to adopt such diets.
New Innovations in Mushroom Farming:
It is clear from these statements that the globalization of the mushroom industry is largely due to the revolution in technology and methods of growing mushrooms. New technologies such as substrate for mushroom cultivation and vertical farming aid the sustainability of the growing systems. Vertical farming, for example, allows mushrooms to be grown in bulk throughout the year regardless of the climate, which optimally makes use of space. This method also reduces water usage, which is a problem in traditional agriculture.
Mushroom cultivation, which involves growing mushrooms on inexpensive organic waste like agricultural waste, is also accessible due to innovative substrate formulations. These nutrients make mushroom cultivation profitable, increasing mushroom production along with ecological sustainability. Not only do these advances save production costs, but they also improve the average yield and quality of the mushrooms. There is increasing focus on sustainable practices within the mushroom industry, which leads to a greener supply chain. Recent innovations strive to increase yields while simultaneously reducing its environmental cost, making mushroom farming easy and profitable and widening its market.
Growing Awareness of Health Benefits and Healing Properties:
Mushrooms are known to be a tasty addition to many dishes, but from a medicinal perspective, their value is being recognized. Some types of mushrooms, like the reishi, cordyceps, and lion’s mane, have been used in conventional medicine for a long time, and are gaining popularity with regard to their health benefits. Currently, these mushrooms are being incorporated into wellness products marketed as dietary supplements, teas, and functional foods purported for immune system enhancement, anti-inflammatory, cognitive enhancement, and many more. Concern for healthcare among the general population coupled with high demand for natural and organic products has propelled the market for medicinal mushrooms.
These promises have been supported by scientific investigations and clinical studies which increased confidence and popularity in their pharmaceutical capabilities. In the U.S and Europe, there has been a marked increase in the focus on mental well being and immunity, which creates a demand for these functional mushrooms. With the worldwide population concentrating on health and wellness, the prospects for mushroom revenue grow as mushrooms continue to be adopted in the food and pharmaceutical industries. It is anticipated that these changes will benefit the mushroom market which is predicted to be a major contributor in the health and wellness industry.
According to the research report, here are some of the top leading companies operating in the mushroom industry:
- Agro Dutch Industries Ltd.
- Bonduelle Fresh Europe
- Drinkwater Mushrooms Ltd.
- Monaghan Mushrooms Inc.
- Monterey Mushrooms Inc.
- OKECHAMP S.A.
- Shanghai Finc Bio-Tech Inc.
- The Mushroom Company
Global Mushroom Market Trends:
Changes in the use of mushrooms as food is shifting drastically due to behavioral alterations of customers, changes in technology in agriculture, and improved attention paid to health and sustainability indicators. One of the primary drivers for market expansion is the growing adoption of plant-based diets which is profoundly transforming the sector. As more consumers adopt plant-based diets, mushroom consumption is on the rise due to its high nutrional value, versatility, and ease of cultivation. Also, the increase in the consumption of functional foods and dietary supplements is positively affecting the consumption of mushrooms.
Dried mushrooms like reishi and cordyceps are proliferating their potential market as they occupy shelf space within herbal medicines. In terms of supply, the adoption of controlled-environment agriculture and vertical farming is increasing, which, in turn, raises the sustainability and profitability of mushroom production. In addition, because most consumers are now becoming health conscious and therefore seeking for nutritious alternatives, mushrooms are now being incorporated into processed foods, such as in meat analogues. These patterns indicate the sector of mushrooms is still likely to grow further because they are so popular among consumers wishing to use functional foods and healthy food products.
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Global Mushroom Industry Segmentation:
Breakup by Form:
- Fresh Mushroom
- Canned Mushroom
- Dried Mushroom
- Others
Breakup by Mushroom Type:
- Button Mushroom
- Shiitake Mushroom
- Oyster Mushroom
- Others
Breakup by Distribution Channel:
- Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
- Grocery Stores
- Online Stores
- Others
Breakup by End-Use:
- Food Processing Industry
- Food Service Sector
- Direct Consumption
- Others
Breakup by Region:
- North America (United States, Canada)
- Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, Australia, Indonesia, Korea, Others)
- Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Others)
- Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, Others)
- Middle East and Africa (United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Iraq, Other)
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