USD 2.96 billion
Crickets Market Size, Share, and Growth Analysis
Crickets Market By Product (Whole Cricket, Cricket Powder), By Application (Processed Whole Crickets, Protein Supplement Powder), By End User (Human Consumption, Animal Nutrition), By Region - Industry Forecast 2025-2032
Report ID:
SQMIG30B2019 |
Region:
Global |
Published Date: January, 2025
Pages:
157
|Tables:
95
|Figures:
67
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Crickets Market Insights
Global Crickets Market size was valued at USD 2.96 billion in 2023 and is poised to grow from USD 3.81 billion in 2024 to USD 28.47 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 28.6% during the forecast period (2025-2032).
Most nations, including Thailand, Mexico, China, and the Netherlands, now view insects as essential dietary components and functional food ingredients. Compared to many other foods, these nutrients from insects provide a more eco-friendly source of protein. One of the most popular edible insects consumed is the cricket. Protein, vitamins, amino acids, iron, and zinc are all abundant in them. Because of their high nutritional value, crickets are excellent for human food.
The need for meat has indirectly increased due to the growing population, yet hazardous gases produced during animal production have a significant negative influence on the environment, leading some individuals to switch to plant-based meat or meat with less of an ecological impact. Thus, crickets are viewed as a possible meat substitute and alternate source of protein. A rise in the usage of crickets as a protein source has prompted the incorporation of cricket protein into a variety of food items, including whole dried crickets as toppings as well as cricket pasta, burgers, chocolates, lollipops, and beverages.
US Crickets Market is poised to grow at a sustainable CAGR for the next forecast year.
Market snapshot - 2025-2032
Global Market Size
Largest Segment
Human consumption
Fastest Growth
Human consumption
Growth Rate
28.6% CAGR
Global Crickets Market, 2021-2028 ($ Bn)
Country Share for Asia Pacific Region- 2021 (%)
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Crickets Market Segments Analysis
Global Crickets Market is segmented by Product, Application, End User and region. Based on Product, the market is segmented into Whole Cricket, Cricket Powder and Cricket Meal. Based on Application, the market is segmented into Processed Whole Crickets, Protein Supplement Powder, Animal Feed and Pet Food Products. Based on End User, the market is segmented into Human Consumption and Animal Nutrition. Based on region, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East & Africa.
Crickets Market Analysis by Product
Whole crickets segment dominated the Global Crickets Market and it will hold the majority of the market share in 2022. The significant market share of this sector is attributed to the widespread availability of whole crickets, their lower price compared to processed forms, and the higher demand for whole insects from producers of protein ingredients and foods for subsequent processing and use in various applications. Consuming crickets uncooked is the simplest way to prepare them for consumption. The other typical method consists of steaming, simmering in hot water or broth, roasting on skewers, or frying in heated oil. They are frequently prepared with spices and veggies. You can eat whole crickets as a supper or a side dish.
Cricket powder segment is fastest growing segment during the forecast period. The simplicity of handling during incorporation into various food items and the wide variety of uses in various culinary and animal food products are primarily responsible for the high growth rate.
Crickets Market Analysis by End User
The human consumption segment dominated the global market in 2021. The high nutritional value of crickets, the rising demand for eco-friendly alternative sources of protein, the growing demand for innovative & sustainable food products to meet the exponentially growing global population, and the growing awareness about the advantages & need for high protein foods are all factors contributing to the segment growth. Additionally, the production and processing of crickets and foods made from them involves only minimum initial processing, drying, freezing, or grinding into flours, followed by a subsequent procedure and formulation of more elaborate goods that cater to consumer preference. To affect the final product's quality, crickets are employed as raw materials.
Global Crickets Market Size By End Users, 2021-2028 (%)
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Crickets Market Regional Insights
Asia Pacific region dominated the Global Crickets Marketing 2021. The substantial market share of this region can be attributed to the region's long history of commercial cricket farming, particularly in Thailand, its abundance of different species of crickets and high production, its favourable perception of using crickets as food and feed, the lack of legal restrictions on this use, and the presence of significant market players.
North America is fastest growing region during the forecast period with highest CAGR. Aversion to highly processed foods, rising demand for insect-based foods, an increase in the number of companies that make food products using crickets, and growing environmental worries about meat production are the main causes of the region's market's explosive rise.
Global Crickets Market By Geography, 2021-2028
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Crickets Market Dynamics
Crickets Market Driver
Crickets are High Source of Protein
- Cricket products are well-known for providing more energy than traditional animal-based protein products. Cricket protein powder contains more essential amino acids than conventional meat products, suggesting that consuming cricket protein powder may allow for adequate amino acid intake. Vitamin B12, which is only found in animal-based foods, is abundant in house crickets. This vitamin is necessary for human health development in general.
Crickets Market Restraint
Lack of Standardized Regulatory Framework
- Insect farming has long been hailed by environmentalists as a highly effective substitute for the production of beef, poultry, and swine. There are no legal restrictions on the production, selling, or consumption of insects in several nations, including Thailand and Vietnam. Regulators in western nations, however, pose a serious obstacle to the use of insects in food and feed. Western regulators disagree on whether insects should be covered by the current food laws or whether they should be treated as a unique food product that needs substantial testing. That’s why uncertain and non-standardized regulatory scenario for the use and consumption of insects as food and feed across regions is expected to hindering the growth of the crickets market.
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Crickets Market Competitive Landscape
Global Crickets Market is highly competitive and somewhat fragmented. To maintain a competitive edge, the major industry participants are continually implementing various growth strategies. Innovations, mergers, and acquisitions, collaborations and partnerships are adopted by these players to thrive in the competitive market. In order to provide industries with the most effective and economical solutions, the major market players are also continually concentrating on R&D.
Top Players in Crickets Market
- Kookaburra Sport Pty Ltd (Australia)
- Gray-Nicolls (United Kingdom)
- Gunn & Moore (United Kingdom)
- Sareen Sports Industries (SS) (India)
- Sanspareils Greenlands (SG) (India)
- Spartan Sports (Australia)
- CA Sports (Pakistan)
- MRF Sports Goods (India)
- Adidas AG (Germany)
- Duncan Fearnley (United Kingdom)
- Hunts County (United Kingdom)
- BAS (Beat All Sports) (India)
- New Balance (United States)
- Puma SE (Germany)
- Slazenger (United Kingdom)
- Reebok International Ltd. (United States)
- SSK Sports (Japan)
- Woodworm Cricket (United Kingdom)
- Salix Cricket Bat Co. Ltd. (United Kingdom)
- Kippax Willow Limited Company (United Kingdom)
Crickets Market Recent Developments
- In September 2022, Aspire announced a multimillion-dollar contract to supply crickets to a South Korean snack maker.
- In August 2022, Thai Sugar Terminal Pcl (TSTE) invested in food-tech start-up Thai Ento Food Co Ltd, a pioneer and top local producer of cricket protein powder under “Sixtein” brand in a joint production venture aimed at serving markets worldwide.
Crickets Key Market Trends
- Growing Health Awareness to Surge Market Growth: Health and wellness trends are on the rise, and people are becoming more aware of the risks of cancer, heart disease, liver disease, bone and calcium imbalance disorders, viral infections, and cardiovascular diseases associated with long-term consumption of animal proteins. This has given rise to a demand for sustainable protein sources and farming techniques, such as raising crickets, which can be efficiently raised on leftover feed and water.
Crickets Market SkyQuest Analysis
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According to our Global Crickets Market analysis, Asia Pacific region is expected to capture higher market share, the growth of the region is attributed to the region's long history of commercial cricket farming. Thailand has emerged as a significant contributor to market growth in Asia Pacific. In terms of end users, the human consumption segment dominates the marine hybrid propulsion market. This segment's leading position can be attributed to, it is eco-friendly alternative sources of protein. In terms of product, the whole cricket led the market and is predicted to grow at the fastest rate.
| Report Metric | Details |
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| Market size value in 2023 | USD 2.96 billion |
| Market size value in 2032 | USD 28.47 billion |
| Growth Rate | 28.6% |
| Base year | 2024 |
| Forecast period | 2025-2032 |
| Forecast Unit (Value) | USD Billion |
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| Regions covered | North America (US, Canada), Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific (China, India, Japan, Rest of Asia-Pacific), Latin America (Brazil, Rest of Latin America), Middle East & Africa (South Africa, GCC Countries, Rest of MEA) |
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Table Of Content
Executive Summary
Market overview
- Exhibit: Executive Summary – Chart on Market Overview
- Exhibit: Executive Summary – Data Table on Market Overview
- Exhibit: Executive Summary – Chart on Crickets Market Characteristics
- Exhibit: Executive Summary – Chart on Market by Geography
- Exhibit: Executive Summary – Chart on Market Segmentation
- Exhibit: Executive Summary – Chart on Incremental Growth
- Exhibit: Executive Summary – Data Table on Incremental Growth
- Exhibit: Executive Summary – Chart on Vendor Market Positioning
Parent Market Analysis
Market overview
Market size
- Market Dynamics
- Exhibit: Impact analysis of DROC, 2021
- Drivers
- Opportunities
- Restraints
- Challenges
- Exhibit: Impact analysis of DROC, 2021
- SWOT Analysis
KEY MARKET INSIGHTS
- Technology Analysis
- (Exhibit: Data Table: Name of technology and details)
- Pricing Analysis
- (Exhibit: Data Table: Name of technology and pricing details)
- Supply Chain Analysis
- (Exhibit: Detailed Supply Chain Presentation)
- Value Chain Analysis
- (Exhibit: Detailed Value Chain Presentation)
- Ecosystem Of the Market
- Exhibit: Parent Market Ecosystem Market Analysis
- Exhibit: Market Characteristics of Parent Market
- IP Analysis
- (Exhibit: Data Table: Name of product/technology, patents filed, inventor/company name, acquiring firm)
- Trade Analysis
- (Exhibit: Data Table: Import and Export data details)
- Startup Analysis
- (Exhibit: Data Table: Emerging startups details)
- Raw Material Analysis
- (Exhibit: Data Table: Mapping of key raw materials)
- Innovation Matrix
- (Exhibit: Positioning Matrix: Mapping of new and existing technologies)
- Pipeline product Analysis
- (Exhibit: Data Table: Name of companies and pipeline products, regional mapping)
- Macroeconomic Indicators
COVID IMPACT
- Introduction
- Impact On Economy—scenario Assessment
- Exhibit: Data on GDP - Year-over-year growth 2016-2022 (%)
- Revised Market Size
- Exhibit: Data Table on Crickets Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- Impact Of COVID On Key Segments
- Exhibit: Data Table on Segment Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- COVID Strategies By Company
- Exhibit: Analysis on key strategies adopted by companies
MARKET DYNAMICS & OUTLOOK
- Market Dynamics
- Exhibit: Impact analysis of DROC, 2021
- Drivers
- Opportunities
- Restraints
- Challenges
- Exhibit: Impact analysis of DROC, 2021
- Regulatory Landscape
- Exhibit: Data Table on regulation from different region
- SWOT Analysis
- Porters Analysis
- Competitive rivalry
- Exhibit: Competitive rivalry Impact of key factors, 2021
- Threat of substitute products
- Exhibit: Threat of Substitute Products Impact of key factors, 2021
- Bargaining power of buyers
- Exhibit: buyers bargaining power Impact of key factors, 2021
- Threat of new entrants
- Exhibit: Threat of new entrants Impact of key factors, 2021
- Bargaining power of suppliers
- Exhibit: Threat of suppliers bargaining power Impact of key factors, 2021
- Competitive rivalry
- Skyquest special insights on future disruptions
- Political Impact
- Economic impact
- Social Impact
- Technical Impact
- Environmental Impact
- Legal Impact
Market Size by Region
- Chart on Market share by geography 2021-2027 (%)
- Data Table on Market share by geography 2021-2027(%)
- North America
- Chart on Market share by country 2021-2027 (%)
- Data Table on Market share by country 2021-2027(%)
- USA
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- Canada
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- Europe
- Chart on Market share by country 2021-2027 (%)
- Data Table on Market share by country 2021-2027(%)
- Germany
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- Spain
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- France
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- UK
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- Rest of Europe
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- Asia Pacific
- Chart on Market share by country 2021-2027 (%)
- Data Table on Market share by country 2021-2027(%)
- China
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- India
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- Japan
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- South Korea
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- Latin America
- Chart on Market share by country 2021-2027 (%)
- Data Table on Market share by country 2021-2027(%)
- Brazil
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- Rest of South America
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- Middle East & Africa (MEA)
- Chart on Market share by country 2021-2027 (%)
- Data Table on Market share by country 2021-2027(%)
- GCC Countries
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- South Africa
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- Rest of MEA
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
KEY COMPANY PROFILES
- Competitive Landscape
- Total number of companies covered
- Exhibit: companies covered in the report, 2021
- Top companies market positioning
- Exhibit: company positioning matrix, 2021
- Top companies market Share
- Exhibit: Pie chart analysis on company market share, 2021(%)
- Total number of companies covered
Methodology
For the Crickets Market, our research methodology involved a mixture of primary and secondary data sources. Key steps involved in the research process are listed below:
1. Information Procurement: This stage involved the procurement of Market data or related information via primary and secondary sources. The various secondary sources used included various company websites, annual reports, trade databases, and paid databases such as Hoover's, Bloomberg Business, Factiva, and Avention. Our team did 45 primary interactions Globally which included several stakeholders such as manufacturers, customers, key opinion leaders, etc. Overall, information procurement was one of the most extensive stages in our research process.
2. Information Analysis: This step involved triangulation of data through bottom-up and top-down approaches to estimate and validate the total size and future estimate of the Crickets Market.
3. Report Formulation: The final step entailed the placement of data points in appropriate Market spaces in an attempt to deduce viable conclusions.
4. Validation & Publishing: Validation is the most important step in the process. Validation & re-validation via an intricately designed process helped us finalize data points to be used for final calculations. The final Market estimates and forecasts were then aligned and sent to our panel of industry experts for validation of data. Once the validation was done the report was sent to our Quality Assurance team to ensure adherence to style guides, consistency & design.
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