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市場調査レポート
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昆虫養殖市場- 世界の産業規模、シェア、動向、機会、予測、昆虫別、製品別、用途別、地域別、競合別セグメント、2020-2030年Insect Farming Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Insect, By Product, By Application, By Region and Competition, 2020-2030F |
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昆虫養殖市場- 世界の産業規模、シェア、動向、機会、予測、昆虫別、製品別、用途別、地域別、競合別セグメント、2020-2030年 |
出版日: 2025年08月31日
発行: TechSci Research
ページ情報: 英文 188 Pages
納期: 2~3営業日
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昆虫養殖の世界市場規模は2024年に19億7,000万米ドルとなり、2030年までのCAGRは4.28%で、予測期間には25億4,000万米ドルに達すると予測されています。
世界の昆虫養殖市場の成長を牽引しているのは、従来の畜産が環境に与える影響への懸念が高まる中、持続可能なタンパク源への需要が高まっていることです。昆虫は、従来の動物性タンパク質源に比べ、土地、水、飼料の必要量が大幅に少なく、魅力的な代替品となっています。さらに、その高い飼料変換効率と迅速な繁殖サイクルは、特に動物飼料やペットフード産業において、スケーラブルな生産モデルを支えています。
市場概要 | |
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予測期間 | 2026-2030 |
市場規模:2024年 | 19億7,000万米ドル |
市場規模:2030年 | 25億4,000万米ドル |
CAGR:2025年~2030年 | 4.28% |
急成長セグメント | 蚕 |
最大市場 | アジア太平洋 |
タンパク質と食糧安全保障に対する需要の高まり
消費者の受容と認識
製品の多様化とサーキュラー・エコノミー
Global Insect Farming Market was valued at USD 1.97 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 2.54 billion in the forecast period with a CAGR of 4.28% through 2030. The growth of the global insect farming market is being driven by the rising demand for sustainable protein sources amid mounting concerns over the environmental impact of traditional livestock farming. Insects require significantly less land, water, and feed compared to conventional animal protein sources, making them an attractive alternative. Additionally, their high feed conversion efficiency and rapid reproduction cycles support scalable production models, particularly in the animal feed and pet food industries.
Market Overview | |
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Forecast Period | 2026-2030 |
Market Size 2024 | USD 1.97 Billion |
Market Size 2030 | USD 2.54 Billion |
CAGR 2025-2030 | 4.28% |
Fastest Growing Segment | Silkworms |
Largest Market | Asia Pacific |
Key Market Drivers
Growing Demand for Protein & Food Security
As the global population surges toward 10 billion by 2050, securing an affordable and nutritious protein supply has become imperative. Interestingly, over 2 billion people worldwide already incorporated insects into their diets, highlighting both cultural acceptance and real-world feasibility of insects as a mainstream protein alternative.
From a nutritional standpoint, insects are powerhouses: some species provide up to 80% protein by dry weight, while cricket flour alone delivers around 65% protein content. Beyond protein, they offer complete essential amino acid profiles, plus high levels of iron, zinc, and B vitamins putting them on par with, or even ahead of, many conventional protein sources in nutrient density.
Insect farming also significantly reduces resource use. It requires between 8 and 14 times less land and 50 to 90% less water compared to cattle production. And when it comes to greenhouse gas emissions, insect protein generates roughly 100 times fewer emissions than beef, making it a potent tool in climate-smart agriculture.
Altogether, these strengths nutritional richness, environmental efficiency, and cultural familiarity position insects as a strategic resource for enhancing food security. By embedding insect protein into global food systems spanning human food, animal feed, and nutritional supplements we can tackle protein scarcity while easing ecological stress.
Key Market Challenges
Consumer Acceptance & Perception
One of the most persistent challenges facing the insect farming industry is the widespread psychological aversion, particularly in Western and urban markets, toward consuming insects. Many consumers associate insects with filth, disease, or fear, making them hesitant to accept even well-processed insect-based products. The idea of eating bugs-even in powdered or concealed forms-often triggers a "disgust response," which can be deeply rooted in cultural norms and lack of exposure. Unlike regions in Asia, Africa, and Latin America where insects are traditionally consumed, Western markets lack a historical or culinary context for edible insects. This cultural disconnect is exacerbated by limited public awareness about the nutritional and environmental benefits of insect protein. As a result, the industry must overcome a complex set of perception-related barriers before it can achieve broad-based consumer acceptance.
To combat this challenge, companies and industry stakeholders must invest in robust consumer education campaigns, product transparency, and appealing product formats. Instead of selling whole insects, brands are increasingly turning to more palatable forms like protein powders, energy bars, and snacks that disguise the insect origin. Celebrity endorsements, scientific backing, and eco-friendly branding are also being used to reframe insect protein as a premium, sustainable alternative. However, changing consumer attitudes takes time and consistency, especially when it involves disrupting established food habits. Moreover, regulatory labeling requirements that mandate highlighting insect content can inadvertently reinforce aversion rather than build trust. Therefore, while consumer perception is gradually evolving, it remains a critical bottleneck that must be strategically addressed for insect farming to realize its full potential in global food systems.
Key Market Trends
Product Diversification & Circular Economy
The insect farming market is rapidly evolving beyond its initial focus on animal feed to embrace a broad spectrum of high-value products, a trend known as product diversification. While black soldier fly larvae and crickets remain central to the feed industry, producers are increasingly venturing into human nutrition, pet food, organic fertilizers (like frass), cosmetics, and even pharmaceuticals. Insect protein is now being incorporated into protein bars, baked goods, meat substitutes, and dietary supplements. At the same time, companies are exploring insect-derived oils and chitin for use in cosmetics, medical materials, and bioplastics. This strategic diversification allows insect farmers to tap into multiple industries, mitigating risk and enhancing profitability. As awareness grows around the health and sustainability benefits of insect-based products, producers are innovating new formulations and delivery formats to attract environmentally conscious consumers across diverse markets.
In parallel, the circular economy model is gaining strong momentum within the insect farming industry. Insects are uniquely capable of converting organic waste-such as food scraps, brewery by-products, and agricultural residues-into high-protein biomass and nutrient-rich fertilizer. This approach helps close the loop between food production, waste management, and soil health, minimizing environmental impact while maximizing resource efficiency. For instance, insect frass is increasingly used as an organic fertilizer that enriches soil without synthetic inputs. Many insect farms are now co-located with food processors or breweries to source consistent waste streams, reinforcing a zero-waste production cycle. This synergy between sustainability and profitability is positioning insect farming as a model for regenerative agriculture, attracting investments from both agri-tech innovators and circular economy advocates.
In this report, global insect farming market has been segmented into following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:
Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in global insect farming market.
With the given market data, TechSci Research offers customizations according to a company's specific needs. The following customization options are available for the report: