The global insect protein market reached approximately USD 1.17 Billion in 2025. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 16.00% between 2026 and 2035, reaching a value of around USD 5.16 Billion by 2035.
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As per the industry reports, the global demand for protein is expected to rise by around 60 per cent by 2050, which fuels the demand for insect farming.
Insect farming utilises around 50 to 90 per cent less land compared to livestock rearing and that land can be used for food cultivation.
The manufacturing site of Ÿnsect, based in Dole, eastern France, is the largest vertical insect farm in the world with a capacity of around 3 trillion mealworm beetles, utilised as a protein source and fertiliser.
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2026-2035
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| Global Insect Protein Market Report Summary | Description | Value |
| Base Year | USD Billion | 2025 |
| Historical Period | USD Billion | 2019-2025 |
| Forecast Period | USD Billion | 2026-2035 |
| Market Size 2025 | USD Billion | 1.17 |
| Market Size 2035 | USD Billion | 5.16 |
| CAGR 2019-2025 | Percentage | XX% |
| CAGR 2026-2035 | Percentage | 16.00% |
| CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by Region | Europe | 17.3% |
| CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by Country | Brazil | 16.7% |
| CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by Country | France | 15.8% |
| CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by Insect Type | Crickets | 18.2% |
| CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by Distribution Channel | Online | 16.7% |
| Market Share by Country 2025 | Germany | 4.7% |
Rising consumption of insects, demand for alternative sources of protein, and the rich nutritional content of insects are some of the prominent market drivers. Insects have become an essential part of food intake in the world as around 2 billion people in the world consume insects in their meals.
Moreover, several companies are investing in insect farming as unlike livestock, insects can be raised on food waste and with the implementation of renewable energy sources in the production process, the carbon footprint of insect farming can be significantly lower than landfill.
Market players are harnessing advanced technologies to enhance their production capacity. For instance, Full Circle Biotechnology is leveraging AI to study the historical and present-day data on insect farming to boost the trial-and-error process and optimise the production capacity for maximum output.
“Insect Protein Market Report and Forecast 2026-2035” offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:
Market Breakup by Insect Type
Market Breakup by Application
Market Breakup by Distribution Channel
Market Breakup by Region
| CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by | Country |
| Brazil | 16.7% |
| France | 15.8% |
| China | 15.8% |
| Italy | 14.1% |
| Australia | 11.2% |
| USA | XX% |
| Canada | XX% |
| UK | XX% |
| Germany | XX% |
| Japan | XX% |
| India | XX% |
| Saudi Arabia | XX% |
| Mexico | XX% |
Based on region, the market is divided into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East and Africa. Europe accounts for a substantial market share owing to the high consumption of insect-based food products among the old-age population, the utilisation of insect-based protein in nutritional supplements, and its rising implementation in animal feed.
The market players are enhancing their production capacity to gain a competitive edge in the market.
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In 2025, the market reached an approximate value of USD 1.17 Billion.
The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 16.00% between 2026 and 2035.
The market is estimated to witness a healthy growth during 2026-2035 to reach around USD 5.16 Billion by 2035.
The market is being driven due to rising consumption of insects, demand for alternative sources of protein, and the rich nutritional content of insects.
The key trends aiding the market include the rising trend of sustainability, growing availability in retail stores, and technological advancements in the production process.
Regions considered in the market are North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa.
Based on application, market segmentations include food and beverages, animal nutrition, pharmaceutical and supplements, and personal care and cosmetics, among others.
Different distribution channels are offline and online.
The major players in the market are Innovafeed SAS, Darling Ingredients Inc., Hexafly, Protix B.V., Aspire Food Group, Chapul, LLC, NTG Holdings Pte. Ltd., Entomo Farms, Goterra, and NEXT Proteins, Inc., among others.
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| REPORT FEATURES | DETAILS |
| Base Year | 2025 |
| Historical Period | 2019-2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2026-2035 |
| Scope of the Report |
Historical and Forecast Trends, Industry Drivers and Constraints, Historical and Forecast Market Analysis by Segment:
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| Breakup by Insect Type |
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| Breakup by Application |
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| Breakup by Distribution Channel |
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| Breakup by Region |
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