Europe’s SCP products market is experiencing steady growth, supported by stringent environmental regulations and strong support for sustainable agriculture and food production. The European Union’s Farm to Fork strategy, which emphasizes reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting circular bioeconomy practices, is a key driver. SCP, with its ability to convert waste substrates into valuable protein, fits well into Europe’s sustainability goals. Furthermore, the region has a well-developed infrastructure for biotech innovation, with countries like the Netherlands, Germany, and Denmark leading in fermentation-based protein R&D.
On the other hand, complex regulatory approval processes, especially for novel foods intended for human consumption, pose significant challenges for SCP market entry. Nevertheless, opportunities abound, particularly in animal feed where SCP is increasingly being viewed as a sustainable and efficient protein source. The trend toward personalized nutrition and interest in alternative proteins are further encouraging innovation in food-grade SCP. Collaborations between universities, startups, and established players are fostering a dynamic ecosystem focused on reducing dependence on traditional protein sources while improving food security and environmental outcomes.
TABLE - Europe Source: Company Publications, Primary Interviews, and SR Analysis
Europe 2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026
2027
2028
2029
2030
2031
2032
2033
CAGR (2024-2033)
U.K.
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
Germany
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
France
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
XX
Total
XXX
XXX
XXX
XXX
XXX
XXX
XXX
XXX
XXX
XXX
XXX
XXX
XXX
XXX
TABLE - Europe Single Cell Protein Products Market Size & Forecast By Source 2021-2033
Source | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 | CAGR (2024-2033) |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Yeast-Based | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Algae-Based | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Fungi-Based | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Bacteria-Based | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Total | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX |
Source: Company Publications, Primary Interviews, and SR Analysis
TABLE - Europe Single Cell Protein Products Market Size & Forecast By Application 2021-2033
Application | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 | CAGR (2024-2033) |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Animal Feed | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Food & Beverage | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Nutraceuticals | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Others (Biofuels, Agriculture) | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Total | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX |
Source: Company Publications, Primary Interviews, and SR Analysis
TABLE - Europe Single Cell Protein Products Market Size & Forecast By End-User 2021-2033
End-User | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 | CAGR (2024-2033) |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Commercial Livestock Farmers | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Food Processing Companies | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Nutraceutical Manufacturers | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Biotech Firms | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Research Institutions | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Total | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX |
Source: Company Publications, Primary Interviews, and SR Analysis