Market Size of asia-pacific dairy Industry
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Study Period | 2017 - 2029 |
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Market Size (2024) | USD 181.38 Billion |
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Market Size (2029) | USD 228.86 Billion |
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Largest Share by Distribution Channel | Off-Trade |
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CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 4.76 % |
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Largest Share by Country | China |
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*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Asia-Pacific Dairy Market Analysis
The Asia-Pacific Dairy Market size is estimated at 181.38 billion USD in 2024, and is expected to reach 228.86 billion USD by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 4.76% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
181.38 Billion
Market Size in 2024 (USD)
228.86 Billion
Market Size in 2029 (USD)
3.21 %
CAGR (2017-2023)
4.76 %
CAGR (2024-2029)
Largest Market by Category
54.41 %
value share, Milk, 2023
The region is home to countries with the largest dairy production and consumption, with India being the highest milk producer, ranking first globally, is driving the growth of the dairy market.
Largest Market by Country
37.95 %
value share, China, 2023
The support from the Chinese government is actively pushing the consumption of dairy products in the region with constant push with its health and nutritional benefits.
Fastest-growing Market by Category
6.05 %
Projected CAGR, Yogurt, 2024-2029
With the advent of functional products, and the emphasis on low-calorie, low-sugar, digestive products, the yogurt segment is anticipated to be the fastest segment in the forecasted period.
Fastest-growing Market by Country
6.61 %
Projected CAGR, India, 2024-2029
Dairy consumption in India is anticipated to increase with a rise in health and wellness awareness leading to increasing acceptance towards healthier and functional products.
Leading Market Player
9.64 %
market share, Inner Mongolia Yili Industrial Group Co. Ltd, 2022
The stringent food safety aspects followed by the manufacturer along with innovation in product categories is largely driving the Inner Mongolia Yili Industrial Group Co Ltd's dominance in the market.
Widespread adoption of distribution channels, led by remarkable sales through supermarkets and hypermarkets is propelling the growth
- Among overall distribution channels, the Asia-Pacific dairy market is dominated by the off-trade segment. Supermarkets and hypermarkets accounted for most of the share in the off-trade segment. In 2022, supermarkets and hypermarkets accounted for 57.9% of the value share. The major reason behind the segment holding the highest share is the strong penetration of popular chains such as Maruetsu, Aldi, Big Bazaar, Woolworths Group, and Aeon Retail, which provide a wide selection of dairy products that are both imported and made locally.
- There is an increasing demand for dairy-based recipes from foodservice channels, further boosting the market growth. Dairy sales in the on-trade channel are anticipated to grow by USD 17,104.2 million in 2025, up from USD 14,932.6 million in 2021. The growth in the segment is attributed to consuming food prepared away from home, whether while eating out at a restaurant or ordering takeout. As of 2021, Indian consumers were eating out nearly seven times a month, and over 80% of the respondents stated that they preferred affordable casual dining options and quick-service restaurants to eat out, while cafes, desserts, and ice-cream parlors were the most frequented.
- When it comes to online shopping, the Asia-Pacific region is one of the largest markets in the world. Thus, online retail stores as a sales channel are gaining popularity across the region. In 2022, the sales value of dairy products through e-commerce in the Asia-Pacific region reached a total of USD 6028.7 million, while it was USD 5618.3 million in 2021.
- Among all dairy products, milk accounted for the majority of share in overall retail channels. In 2022, milk accounted for 55% of the total category, and yogurt stood in second place with 29.2% of the value share.
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High production of raw milk and rising consumer preference for quality dairy products are key market drivers in the region
- India and China are identified as the region's major markets for the dairy industry, followed by New Zealand and Japan. India and China collectively accounted for a 65.25% share of the overall dairy products volume sales across the region in 2022. The key driving factors are the high production of raw milk, rising consumer preference for quality dairy products, and adequate industry regulation to facilitate the manufacturing and trading of dairy products. The Government of India has permitted 100% FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) through an automatic route for food processing. The dairy industry accounts for a substantial FDI contribution of about 40% of the total FDIs in the Indian food sector. Also, India is one of the largest milk-producing countries, contributing 24% of global milk production in 2021.
- Milk and yogurt are the leading categories in the Japanese dairy market and collectively accounted for an 83.18% share of the overall dairy sales in 2022. The market growth in the country is attributed to the advancement of dairy farms. In Japan, dairy farms with 200 or more cows increased by 10% in 2022. Also, the average yard population of Japanese dairy farms reached 103 heads, a 5% Y-o-Y growth from 2021 to 2022. China is identified as the fastest-growing dairy market in Asia-Pacific. In China, dairy products' sales value is anticipated to register a CAGR of 9.21% during the forecast period to reach a market value of USD 123,925.48 million by the end of 2029.
- Demand for healthy dairy variants such as no or reduced sugar, low-fat content, grass-fed, and organic products is anticipated to drive market growth in the region during the forecast period. Aquila Sustainable Farming Ltd (ASF), a supplier of certified A2 organic milk in New Zealand, converted four of its six portfolio farms to A2 organic in 2020.
