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Kosher food adheres to Jewish dietary laws known as kashrut, originating from the Torah and elaborated upon in the Talmud and rabbinic literature. It encompasses meat from specific animals prepared in a prescribed manner, along with dairy products, fruits, vegetables, and grains meeting kashrut standards.
Key types of kosher food include buckwheat, seafood, lamb, pulses, and others. Buckwheat, a gluten-free grain prized for its nutty taste and nutritional value, is used in a variety of products such as flour, noodles, cereals, and snacks. These items are available in supermarkets, hypermarkets, grocery stores, and online, and are used widely in culinary applications, snacks, bakery goods, confectionery, meats, beverages, and dietary supplements.
The kosher food market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides kosher food market statistics, including kosher food industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a kosher food market share, detailed kosher food market segments, market trends, and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the kosher food industry. This kosher food market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry
The kosher food market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $21.13 billion in 2024 to $22.1 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increase in the populations of jews and muslims, increased retail sales channel penetration, rise in promotion for kosher certified food owing, increased spending by consumers, and increase in demand for healthy.
The kosher food market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $26.05 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing use of animal products and the number of vegan consumers, rising popularity of kosher food, increasingly focusing on certification, increasing demand for kosher-certified products worldwide, and rising cases of chronic lifestyle diseases. Major trends in the forecast period include advancements in retail technology, rising demand for allergen-free options, technological advancements, growing health and wellness trend, and advanced technologies such as nanotechnology and 3d printing.
The increasing consumption of meat and dairy products is anticipated to drive the growth of the kosher food market in the future. Kosher meat and dairy products include the flesh of animals or birds that have been slaughtered according to kosher methods, and these must not be cooked or consumed together. Dairy products, such as milk, cheese, butter, and yogurt, sourced from kosher-slaughtered animals, must also be kept separate from meat in adherence to kosher laws. The rising demand for meat and dairy products is driven by factors such as population growth, urbanization, higher income levels, shifting dietary habits, and cultural and culinary preferences. Kosher dietary laws govern the consumption and preparation of meat and dairy products by establishing clear rules to prevent their mixing and ensure their purity. These laws ensure that meat and dairy are prepared and consumed in accordance with Jewish religious principles. For example, in July 2024, Carlisle Technology, a US-based company offering software and hardware solutions for the food industry, reported that chicken consumption, currently at 98.90 pounds per person, is expected to rise to 107.50 pounds by 2033, driven by its affordability and health benefits. In 2022, per capita consumption of broiler chicken in the U.S. was 98.90 pounds, with a notable increase projected by 2033. As a result, the growing consumption of meat and dairy products is fueling the expansion of the kosher food market.
Major companies in the kosher food market are focusing on innovative products, such as plant-based alternatives, to meet the increasing demand for health-conscious and environmentally friendly options while adhering to strict kosher guidelines. Plant-based kosher foods are products that comply with kosher dietary laws while replicating the taste and texture of animal-based foods using only plant-based ingredients. For example, in May 2024, Tofurky, a US-based producer of plant-based meat substitutes, introduced next-generation plant-based Deli Slices. These pre-seasoned roasts are ready to heat and serve, offering a convenient plant-based alternative for kosher consumers looking to reduce their meat consumption. The launch expands Tofurky's existing range of kosher plant-based products, which includes deli slices, sausages, and grounds.
In April 2024, Forward Consumer Partners (FCP), a US-based private equity firm, acquired Firehook Bakery. The acquisition, made for an undisclosed amount, aims to enhance Firehook Bakery's growth potential by leveraging FCP's expertise and resources. Firehook Bakery, known for its artisanal baked goods, including kosher food offerings, operates as a prominent brand in the US market.
Major companies operating in the kosher food market are Cargill Incorporated, Nestle S.A., Archer Daniels Midland Company, PepsiCo Inc., BASF SE, Unilever PLC, Tyson Foods Inc., Mars Incorporated, Coca-Cola Company, Danone S.A., The Kraft Heinz Company, Hormel Foods Corporation, The Hershey Company, Hain Celestial Group Inc., Blommer Chocolate Company, Eden Foods Inc., Kayco, Manischewitz Company, Kellogg Company, Kosher Valley LLC, Brooklyn Cookie Company LLC, Ice Chips Candy LLC
North America was the largest region in the kosher food market in 2024. Asia Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the kosher food market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the kosher food market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The kosher food market consists of sales of kosher beverages, processed food, and packaged food. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
Kosher Food Global Market Report 2025 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.
This report focuses on kosher food market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
Where is the largest and fastest growing market for kosher food ? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward? The kosher food market global report from the Business Research Company answers all these questions and many more.
The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.
The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.