Global Sourdough Market to Expand at 4.40% CAGR, Expected to Hit USD 411.2 Million by 2034

In the recent edition of the global sourdough market, FMI predicts a CAGR of 4.40% through 2034. The market is has the potential to surge from USD 267.8 million in 2024 to USD 411.2 million by 2034.

Western Europe is the largest market for sourdough, contributing for roughly 38% of overall revenues in 2022. Sourdough use in Western Europe’s food manufacturing units remains high.

Future Market Insights estimates the Western Europe sourdough market to increase at a CAGR of 7.1% through 2032. In terms of revenues, the market is projected to grow 2X from its 2022 market valuation of US$ 1.21 Bn. In terms of volume, over 552 thousand tons of sourdough was sold in 2022; FMI estimates it to reach over 975 thousand tons in 2032.

Opportunities in the Global Sourdough Market

• Increasing demand for clean-label products has presented a lucrative opportunity for businesses
• Use of sourdough is also gaining traction owing to its application in preparation of foods that require fermentation

Key Supply-side and Demand-side Drivers

• According to Future Market Insights’ report, demand for sourdough is increasing on account of its beneficial functional properties. Its property of enhancing flavour and texture is a key factor for its applications in the F&B sector, especially bakery sector
• Increase in the number of artisan bakeries is positively influencing the demand for sourdough. Particularly high demand for type 1 sourdough — made using only wild yeasts — is being witnessed in artisan bakeries
• Availability of sourdough products on e-commerce stores is also contributing to increasing sales
• Growing demand for sourdough from the fast food and bakery sector is creating sizeable growth opportunities for manufacturers

High cost of sourdough products is a major impediment to their widespread adoption in developing countries.

Key Trends Expected to Shape Global Sourdough Market

• Dehydrated sourdough (Type III) is gaining traction in the bakery industry. Freeze-drying remains the preferred dehydration technique for manufacturers.
• Manufacturers are using devitalised sourdough for enhancing the aroma of products. Devitalised sourdough does not contain live organisms, enhancing its use as an aromatic agent
• Consumer demand for healthy food products has resulted into the launch of chocolate sourdough loaves. Further, Future Market Insights identified increasing use of type I sourdough.

Sourdough Market Forecast and Analysis by Starter Culture

Type III starter culture currently accounts for nearly half of the revenue share of the global sourdough market. Over 773 thousand tonnes of sourdough was sold in 2016; by the end of the forecast period, Future Market Insights estimates global volumes to surpass 1.3 million tonnes.

Key companies profiled by Future Market Insights in its report include Puratos NV, Ernst Böcker GmbH & Co. KG, IREKS GmbH, Kampffmeyer Mühlen GmbH, Philibert Saveurs, Lesaffre, Dilbeek, Minden, Kulmbach, Hamburg, Pont-de-Veyle, and Marcq-en-Barœul.

Future Market Insights maintains a positive outlook on the global sourdough market, projecting it to grow by 6.8% CAGR through 2026 in terms of value. In terms of volume, demand is projected to grow at 5.5% CAGR.

Detailed Market Breakdown: Comprehensive Full Report

Key segments covered in the global sourdough market report

By Application

• Bread
• Pizza
• Buns
• Cakes
• Cookies
• Waffles and Pancakes
• Others

By Region

• North America
• Western Europe
• APEJ
• Latin America
• Eastern Europe
• Middle East and Africa
• Japan