Active yeast Market

Global Active Yeast Market Size (2024 to 2029)

Global active yeast market is expected to be worth at USD 4.6 billion by 2024 and is expected to reach USD 6.27 billion by 2029, with a CAGR of 6.4% during the forecast period. 

Active yeast is a type of dry yeast that is not entirely deactivated but temporarily made to be dormant and then reactivated when required. This yeast is made to not behave actively for a certain period through the process of dehydration, and when there is a requirement for the yeast, it is put in warm water around 105 to 115 degrees Fahrenheit. Yeast is mainly used as a raising agent for pieces of bread, and they are used in baking by adding them to the bread dough and leaving it to fluff up by fermentation. Yeast reacts with the dough's sugar and flour to produce carbon dioxide and alcohol. The bread then traps this released air and becomes entirely light. This fungus not only adds air and allows the dough to rise and bake but also adds flavor to the bread. Additionally, yeast is also used in the production of several alcoholic beverages, and therefore, it has a significant part in producing the staple foods "wine and bread." Yeast first originated in china and has been around since B.C.E. timeline continuing its usage in several cuisines. 

Global Active Yeast Market Drivers:

Active dry yeast is used in several bread-making processes and is helpful in different ways leading to growth for the Active yeast market. This type of yeast is generally used for bread that can be made quickly within one day and is an excellent yeast for lean and thin pieces of bread like baguettes and rolls. This yeast is popular because it has a long shelf life and can be easily stored and used even after 1-2 years of buying it. Active yeast is considered one of the most versatile and is used heavily in pizza doughs, loaves of bread, cinnamon rolls, and much more. Out of all the fresh, instant, and active yeasts, the active dry yeast is the most commonly used and is supreme to the other two varieties. This is because even though fresh yeast gives the bread that original flavor, it has a short shelf life and needs to be used up within a week. On the other hand, even though very fast and has a long shelf life, instant yeast does not give a very strong rise. Therefore, active dry yeast is a combination that provides consumers with a good, fresh rise and has a long shelf life promoting the active yeast market. 

The use of active dry yeast for several vegan dishes as gluten-free and organic ingredients also supports the growth of the active yeast market. Additionally, yeast has several health benefits leading to active yeast market demand support. Active yeast is good for maintaining digestion in the body and is also helpful for the body's immune system. When consumed in the required quantities, yeast can help the body absorb vitamins and minerals from foods and promote good health. Additionally, dry yeast can help increase your vitamin B and Niacin intake, promoting hair and skin health; it is also helpful in pregnant women and promotes their nutritional intake, giving the body energy and assisting nerve functions. Therefore, the several health advantages lead to Active yeast market growth. 

Active yeast can also be used in alcoholic beverages as the most commonly used yeast in beverages; Saccharomyces cerevisiae is dehydrated to create active yeast. Additionally, active yeast needs to be mixed in water before being used, and it blooms in the water before being added to the dough mixture; therefore, by blooming the yeast, the baker can make sure that the yeast is still alive and will be effective in raising the bread. This isn't possible with fresh or instant yeast as they are directly added to the dough, and there is no way to test their existence. The assurance leads to active yeast market growth. 

Global Active Yeast Market Restraints:

Even though yeast has several benefits, excessive consumption of yeast in the body can cause several side effects and diseases, leading to a drawback for the active yeast market. Too much yeast in the body can result in digestion imbalances and yeast infections. It can lead to gas, mouth sores, gas, bad breath, rashes on the tongue, and itchiness on the roof of the mouth. Excessive yeast can even harm the immune system, which is very dangerous. Therefore, it is essential to note the amount of yeast intake and be careful, leading to a restraint for the market. 

Impact of Covid-19 on the active yeast market:

The pandemic significantly impacted several markets, and the healthcare systems, food and beverages, and sanitization industries were the most severely impacted. As industries struggled to keep restocking goods due to the restrictions on production and transportation, the public started stocking up on foods due to the fear of running out of food during the lockdowns. The active yeast market was positively impacted during the pandemic as bread is a staple food, and yeast is essential for baking loaves of bread; therefore, active yeasts became increasingly difficult to find as people took them off the shelves to stock up on them. However, some studies suggested that excessive yeast, specifically Candida, in the bloodstream led to the worsening of the covid patients causing yeast infections. Therefore, populations became skeptical toward yeast intake. However, the active yeast market still received a significantly positive impact from the pandemic. 

REPORT COVERAGE: 

This research report on the global active yeast market has been segmented and sub-segmented based on type, application, distribution channel and region. 

Global Active Yeast Market - By Application:

• Confectionary
• Brewery
• Bakery

During the forecast period, the Bakery segment is expected to dominate the active yeast market as bakers heavily use active yeast to produce various pieces of bread, like pizza bases, baguettes, bagels, etc. Furthermore, since bakeries need fresh and working yeast that does not spoil the bread and lead to losses, they use active yeast as it can be tested in water. In addition, the growing number of bakeries worldwide also supports this segment's growth.

The confectioneries and brewery segments are also expected to have significant revenue in the active yeast market due to the rising demand for sweet baked goods like donuts, cakes, macaroons, cupcakes, sweet bread, cinnamon rolls, etc. The rising need for yeast in the production of these confectioneries supports the growth of the segment. 

Global Active Yeast Market - By Type:

• Brewers yeast
• Probiotics yeast
• Bakers yeast
• Wine Yeast

The Bakers yeast segment is expected to dominate the active yeast market during the forecast period due to the bulk use of yeast in baking processes for loaves of bread and confectioneries. In addition, baking at home also requires yeast; therefore, bakers yeast is the most commonly used version supporting the market's growth. 

However, the growing use of yeast in the brewing industry will support the segment's growth, and the rising health concerns are driving a market for probiotic yeast, known to have several health benefits. 

Global Active Yeast Market - By Distribution Channel:

• Departmental and superstores
• Salon and Breweries
• Online

The departmental and superstores segment is expected to dominate the market during the forecast period due to the high influx of consumers in the stores and the availability of a wide variety of yeast products in the stores. In addition, superstores are third-party sellers who have contacts with multiple companies and provide goods to many daily grocery shoppers. 

The Salon and Breweries segment is also expected to have revenue in the market due to the rising use of yeast for alcoholic productions. The growing digitalization and shift toward technologies are leading to growth for the online segment. 

Global Active Yeast Market - By Region:

• North America
• Europe
• Asia-Pacific
• Latin America
• M.E.A.

The North American and Europe regions are expected to dominate the active yeast market due to the high consumption of bakery foods and confectioneries. Baking is considered an essential part of everyday cooking for the populations of countries like the U.S., Canada and Italy, France, Germany, etc. In addition, foods like sandwiches, subways, burgers, bagels, donuts, cakes, pizza, baguettes, etc., are prevalent in these regions, promoting the market's growth. Additionally, the presence of critical players and the U.S. being the largest producer of yeast and Germany being the most extensive beer producer, supports the market growth in the regions. 

The market in Asia-Pacific is also expected to grow due to the growing use of yeast for the brewery, the rising demand for bakeries, and changing lifestyles in countries like India, China, Japan, South Korea, etc., which supports the growth of the market in the region. Furthermore, the Latin American and M.E.A. market is growing due to increasing demand for alcoholic beverages. In addition, countries like Saudi Arabia are significant ethanol producers, further promoting market growth in the region. 

KEY MARKET PLAYERS:

Key Market Players Of Global Active yeast market are Red Star Yeast Company, Hagold Hefe GmbH, Dingtao Yongxing Foods Co. Ltd, Asmussen GmbH, A.C.H. Foods, Lallemand Inc, Lesaffre Group, Angel Yeast Co. Ltd

RECENT HAPPENINGS IN THE MARKET:

• In July 2022, Lesaffre, the world's largest yeast producer based in the french region, announced that it is going to promote the significance and uses of yeast worldwide to raise awareness about the potential of the fungi. The company is a 2.2 billion euros franchise with around 11,000 employees and a foothold in almost all the continents. The company believes that yeast is the ingredient that will help feed the world's large population in the future and that its full potential needs to be researched and accepted. Lesaffre is using the hashtag #PoweredByYeast, to demonstrate the benefits of yeast in the fermentation process, nutritional value, and taste. 
• In September 2022, Angel yeast, one of the leading yeast manufacturers worldwide, launched premium dry yeast products promising to clear all baking challenges. The products were announced at Bakery China 2022, one of the most significant events for bakeries and confectioneries worldwide. The new products from the company promise to assist the bakers with complex cultural dishes and recipes. 
• In April 2022, the Red Star Yeast Co. expanded its manufacturing business by establishing new units in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. With the growing demand for nutritional food and the need to provide bakers with high-quality products, the company is expanding with profits in mind. As the company is part of the Lesaffre group in France, it aims to expand rapidly in the coming years. 
• In September 2022, Lesaffre, the prominent yeast producer, acquired Recombia Biosciences. Lesaffre has partnered with the bioscience company since 2020 and has produced multiple new products in collaboration with the enterprise. The bioscience company will keep its name but will be working under the direct supervision of Lesaffre. With this acquisition, the company aims to continue to research and produce new possibilities in the fermentation industry.