Kefir Market Size To Reach $1.69 Billion By 2030

Kefir Market Growth & Trends

The global kefir market size is expected to reach USD 1.69 billion in 2030 and is expected to expand at a CAGR of 5.0% from 2025 to 2030. Consumers across the globe have been including items in their diet that are conducive to a healthier lifestyle. This has created opportunity for kefir products as they are known for their beneficial properties. Rapid adoption of kefir as fermented milk products among the consumers has propelled manufacturers to innovate and launch new products in order to increase visibility and market penetration.

For instance, in August 2019, COYO Pty Ltd., an Australia-based company, launched non-dairy kefir drinks. The product is a probiotic coconut milk and is available in four flavors, including natural, vanilla, mango, and strawberry. The product is available across U.S. and countries of Europe. It is available in bottles of 28 ounce, 200mL, and 500mL.The price ranges between GBP 2.95 and GBP 4.35. These products are certified for organic, dairy-free, gluten-free, grain-free, nut-free, sugar-free, and vegan.

Similarly, in August 2019, Astro, a subsidiary of Parmalat Canada Inc., launched kefir probiotic yoghurt and drinkable yoghurt. These products are available in three flavors, including plain, vanilla, strawberry or blueberry pomegranate. They contain various ingredients, including skim milk and milk powder, cream, active bacterial cultures, and natural flavor. The 500-gram yoghurt tub is available for USD 3.69 and an 8x100g multipack is available for USD 6.99.

Moreover, in March 2018, Biotiful Dairy Ltd. introduced Kefir Cheese that offers a healthier alternative to cottage cheese and cream cheese. The product is known to have a light and creamy taste and can be used to compliment a salad, crackers, and crunchy vegetables. The product is filling, nutritious, gut-friendly, protein rich, and low in fat. It is available in three flavors, including herbs and garlic, original, and red pepper and cumin.

In June 2019, BioZen launched sugar free fruit kefir in Brazil. The product includes blackberry and white grape with lemongrass. 95% of the consumer base comprises women and health-conscious individuals. The company is also trying to reach the men segment.

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Kefir Market Report Highlights

• The plant-based segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR of 5.4% over the forecast period owing to growing adoption of veganism and increasing preference for these products among people who are allergic to milk

• The online channel is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR over the forecast period. This channel is expected to remain one of the key shopping channels as it offers high level of convenience to the buyers

• Europe kefir industry dominated the global industry with the largest revenue share of 47.7% in 2024. The growth is attributed to high penetration of kefir in the households of Eastern Europe and Scandinavian countries

• The offline channel dominated the market with the largest revenue share in 2024. Traditional retail outlets such as supermarkets, hypermarkets, and specialty stores remain popular among consumers who prefer to physically inspect and purchase kefir.

Kefir Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global kefir market report based on product, distribution channel, and region

Kefir Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• Animal-based

• Plant-based

Kefir Distribution Channel Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• Online

• Offline

Kefir Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• North America

  • U.S.

  • Canada

  • Mexico

• Europe

  • UK

  • Germany

  • France

  • Switzerland

  • Russia

• Asia Pacific

  • Japan

  • China

  • India

  • Australia

  • New Zealand

• Latin America

  • Argentina

  • Brazil

• Middle East and Africa (MEA)

  • South Africa

  • UAE

List of Key Players in Kefir Market

• Lifeway Foods, Inc.

• MAPLE HILL

• Green Valley

• Redwood Hill Farm & Creamery

• Danone North America Public Benefit Corporation

• Evolve Kefir

• Nancy's

• The Icelandic Milk and Skyr Corporation

• Forager Project

• KeVita.com