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食用昆蟲市場預測至2032年：按產品、昆蟲類型、分銷管道、應用和地區分類的全球分析

Edible Insects Market Forecasts to 2032 - Global Analysis By Product (Whole Insects, Insect-based Snacks, Insect Powder and Insect Protein Bars), Insect Type, Distribution Channel, Application and By Geography

出版日期: 2026年01月01日 | 出版商:

Stratistics Market Research Consulting | 英文 | 商品交期: 2-3個工作天內

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簡介目錄圖表

根據 Stratistics MRC 的一項研究，預計到 2025 年，全球食用昆蟲市場價值將達到 15 億美元，到 2032 年將達到 52 億美元，在預測期內的複合年成長率為 18.8%。

食用昆蟲是指那些對人類安全、可作為營養來源的昆蟲，這源自於許多文化中延續數百年的傳統。它們體積雖小，卻富含高蛋白、健康脂肪、膳食纖維、維生素和礦物質。在當今世界尋求永續食物解決方案的背景下，這些小小的生物以一種謙遜低調的方式脫穎而出，其養殖所需的資源遠少於傳統牲畜。人們捕撈或養殖牠們，將其用作食品配料、零食、粉末和功能性添加劑。從本質上講，食用昆蟲反映了一個永恆不變的真理：大自然常常將最有效的答案隱藏在最微小的形態中，等待我們去仔細觀察。

營養價值高

食用昆蟲憑藉其無可否認的營養價值，已成為一股重要的推動力量。它們富含完整蛋白質、必需脂肪酸、膳食纖維和微量元素，每克所含的營養價值甚至高於許多傳統的動物性食品。在當今追求更清潔、更智慧營養的時代，昆蟲提供了一種低調而又極具韌性的解決方案。它們高效的飼料轉換率進一步提升了其吸引力，使其成為注重健康、尋求營養且永續食品的消費者的理想之選，這也推動了市場成長。

文化和心理障礙

儘管食用昆蟲有許多益處，但它們仍然面臨著世代相傳的障礙：猶豫、偏見以及對未知事物的抵抗情緒。許多消費者仍受傳統觀念的束縛，拒絕食用昆蟲。要改變人們的態度並非易事，即便在古代文化中，昆蟲曾被廣泛接受。這需要耐心、教育以及關於永續性的公開對話。心理上的抵觸阻礙了市場接受度，並在世界各地造成了一些猶豫不決的現象。這種阻礙真實存在且根深蒂固，它提醒著業界，在尊重人們根深蒂固的信仰的同時，必須進步。

永續性和環境效益

永續性為食用昆蟲市場開闢了廣闊而充滿前景的道路。昆蟲的生態足跡極低，所需水、土地和飼料極少，溫室氣體排放也遠低於牲畜。在氣候變遷日益嚴峻的今天，這種高效性無疑是一項強而有力的指南。尋求更環保蛋白質替代品的行業正擴大轉向以昆蟲為基礎的解決方案。這種環境優勢不僅僅是競爭優勢，它更提醒我們，自然界最永續的系統往往是最簡單的，等待我們以全新的觀點擁抱它們。

監管挑戰

儘管市場不斷成長，但監管的不確定性卻如影隨形。許多國家缺乏針對昆蟲食品的養殖、加工和標籤的標準化指南。這種監管體系的碎片化造成了延誤、合規負擔，並阻礙了企業在全球的擴張。缺乏清晰的框架，企業難以自信地擴大規模。監管對於安全和信任至關重要。真正的威脅不在於監管本身，而在於規則制定的緩慢且不平衡。這迫使這個渴望長足進步的行業不得不謹慎前進。

新冠疫情的感染疾病

疫情對食用昆蟲市場產生了複雜的影響。一方面，封鎖措施擾亂了供應鏈，導致水產養殖作業延誤和分銷限制。另一方面，新冠疫情迫使消費者重新思考食品安全、替代蛋白和韌性的生產系統。人們對永續、保存期限長且營養豐富的食品的興趣悄悄成長。雖然最初的衝擊造成了一些裂痕，但長期影響已引導該行業朝著更清晰的方向發展。這場危機提醒世界，適應性強、環境友善的蛋白質來源能夠在不確定性時期增強未來的糧食系統。

預計在預測期內，昆蟲蛋白棒細分市場將佔據最大的市場佔有率。

預計在預測期內，昆蟲蛋白棒將佔據最大的市場佔有率，這得益於其便利性和創新性。消費者早已將蛋白棒視為一種方便的營養來源，而添加昆蟲蛋白則進一步提升了這種口碑。高蛋白含量、潔淨標示定位以及對永續性的關注，使得這些蛋白棒對健身愛好者和環保意識強的消費者極具吸引力。便攜性和豐富的口味選擇也消除了人們對昆蟲成分的疑慮。無需任何烹飪知識即可輕鬆融入日常生活，這使得昆蟲蛋白棒成為進入主流市場的理想選擇。

預計在預測期內，履帶式設備細分市場將呈現最高的複合年成長率。

由於毛蟲在包括非洲和亞洲部分地區在內的多個地區的傳統飲食文化中扮演著悠久的角色，預計在預測期內，毛蟲市場將呈現最高的成長率。毛蟲富含蛋白質、健康脂肪和微量營養素，既具有營養價值，也承載文化親和性。隨著商業化生產研究的不斷深入，毛蟲養殖的潛力也不斷擴大。在全球對各種昆蟲的興趣日益濃厚之際，毛蟲因其口味溫和、市場認可度高以及易於規模化生產而脫穎而出，推動了需求的快速成長。

比最大的地區

由於食品創新環境的快速發展，亞太地區預計將在預測期內佔據最大的市場佔有率。泰國、中國和越南等國家已將昆蟲融入主流飲食，這賦予了該地區天然的優勢。人口成長、蛋白質需求上升以及政府的支持政策進一步推動了昆蟲食品的普及。憑藉蓬勃發展的商業性水產養殖業和強大的出口能力，亞太地區有望繼續保持其主導地位。在這裡，傳統與現代永續性趨勢相融合，為持續成長創造了沃土。

預計年複合成長率最高的地區

在預測期內，由於消費者態度的轉變、強大的Start-Ups生態系統以及對永續蛋白質日益成長的興趣，北美地區預計將實現最高的複合年成長率。從零食到粉末等各種形式的教育宣傳活動和創新產品正在打破消費者的心理障礙。該地區對健身營養、健康飲食和環境保護的重視與昆蟲食品所蘊含的價值觀天然契合。隨著監管政策的日益明朗和零售通路的不斷拓展，越來越多的消費者願意嘗試昆蟲食品。這一發展勢頭正為昆蟲食品的快速穩定成長奠定基礎。

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北美洲
- 美國
- 加拿大
- 墨西哥
歐洲
- 德國
- 英國
- 義大利
- 法國
- 西班牙
- 其他歐洲
亞太地區
- 日本
- 中國
- 印度
- 澳洲
- 紐西蘭
- 韓國
- 亞太其他地區
南美洲
- 阿根廷
- 巴西
- 智利
- 其他南美國家
中東和非洲
- 沙烏地阿拉伯
- 阿拉伯聯合大公國
- 卡達
- 南非
- 其他中東和非洲地區

第10章：重大進展

協議、夥伴關係、合作和合資企業
併購
新產品發布
業務拓展
其他關鍵策略

第11章企業概況

Ynsect
Protix
InnovaFeed
Aspire Food Group
Entomo Farms
Beta Hatch
AgriProtein
EnviroFlight
Hargol FoodTech
Eat Grub
Jimini's
Entocycle
Hexafly
nextProtein
All Things Bugs

簡介目錄圖表

Product Code: SMRC32920

According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Edible Insects Market is accounted for $1.5 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach $5.2 billion by 2032 growing at a CAGR of 18.8% during the forecast period. Edible insects are species of insects that are safely consumed by humans as a source of nourishment, drawing on traditions that stretch back centuries in many cultures. They offer dense nutrition-rich protein, healthy fats, fiber, vitamins, and minerals-packed into a small footprint. In a world seeking sustainable food solutions, these tiny creatures step forward with modest humility, requiring far fewer resources than conventional livestock. They are harvested or farmed for food ingredients, snacks, powders, and functional additives. At their core, edible insects reflect a timeless truth: nature often hides its most efficient answers in the smallest forms, waiting for us to look closer.

Market Dynamics:

Driver:

High Nutritional Value

Edible insects surge forward as a compelling driver because their nutritional density leaves little room for doubt. Packed with complete proteins, essential fatty acids, fiber, and trace minerals, they offer more nourishment per gram than many traditional animal sources. In a time when people are hunting for cleaner, smarter nutrition, insects answer with quiet strength. Their efficiency in converting feed to protein only sharpens their appeal, making them a natural fit for health-focused consumers seeking power-packed, sustainable options. Thus, it drives the growth of the market.

Restraint:

Cultural & Psychological Barriers

Despite their advantages, edible insects face a wall built over generations-hesitation, stigma, and the simple discomfort of the unfamiliar. Many consumers remain bound to traditions that reject insects as food, even though older cultures embraced them freely. Changing minds isn't easy; it demands patience, education, and honest conversations about sustainability. Psychological resistance slows market adoption, creating pockets of reluctance across the globe. This restraint is real and stubborn, reminding the industry that progress must honor the deep-rooted beliefs people carry.

Opportunity:

Sustainability & Environmental Benefits

Sustainability opens a wide, promising path for the edible insects market. Insects boast a tiny ecological footprint-needing minimal water, land, and feed while producing far fewer greenhouse emissions than livestock. In a world straining under climate concerns, such efficiency becomes a powerful beacon. Industries searching for greener protein alternatives increasingly turn toward insect-based solutions. This environmental edge is not just a competitive advantage-it's a reminder that nature's most sustainable systems are often the simplest, waiting for us to embrace them with fresh eyes.

Threat:

Regulatory Challenges

Even as the market grows, regulatory uncertainties loom like stubborn shadows. Many countries lack standardized guidelines for farming, processing, and labeling insect-based foods. This patchwork of rules creates delays, compliance burdens, and hesitations for global expansion. Without clear frameworks, companies struggle to scale confidently. And yet, regulation is necessary for safety and trust. The threat lies not in oversight itself, but in the slow, uneven pace at which rules evolve-forcing the industry to move carefully in a field that longs to advance boldly.

Covid-19 Impact:

The pandemic carved mixed pathways through the edible insects market. On one hand, lockdowns disrupted supply chains, slowing farming operations and limiting distribution. On the other hand, Covid-19 pushed consumers to rethink food security, alternative proteins, and resilient production systems. Interest in sustainable, shelf-stable, nutrient-rich foods quietly rose. While the initial shock created cracks, the long-term effect nudged the industry into clearer visibility. The crisis reminded the world that adaptive, low-footprint protein sources can strengthen future food systems when uncertainty strikes.

The insect protein bars segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

The insect protein bars segment is expected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period, because it merges familiarity with innovation. Consumers already trust bars as convenient nutrition vehicles; adding insect protein simply elevates the profile. High protein content, clean-label positioning, and sustainability credentials make these bars especially attractive to fitness enthusiasts and eco-conscious buyers. Their portability and wide flavor options soften hesitation around insect-based ingredients. By fitting into everyday routines without demanding culinary leaps, insect protein bars become the natural gateway for mainstream adoption.

The caterpillars segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

Over the forecast period, the caterpillars segment is predicted to witness the highest growth rate, due to their long-standing role in traditional diets across several regions, particularly in Africa and parts of Asia. Rich in protein, healthy fats, and micronutrients, they offer both nutritional and cultural familiarity. Their farming potential is expanding, supported by increasing research on commercial-scale production. As global interest in diverse insect species rises, caterpillars stand out for their mild taste, established acceptance in certain markets, and promising scalability-fueling a swift climb in demand.

Region with largest share:

During the forecast period, the Asia Pacific region is expected to hold the largest market share, due to rapidly expanding food innovation landscape. Countries like Thailand, China, and Vietnam already integrate insects into mainstream cuisine, giving the region a natural head start. Growing populations, rising protein demand, and supportive government initiatives further strengthen adoption. Coupled with active commercial farming and strong export capabilities, Asia Pacific stands poised to maintain dominance. Here, tradition and modern sustainability trends meet, creating a fertile ground for continued growth.

Region with highest CAGR:

Over the forecast period, the North America region is anticipated to exhibit the highest CAGR, owing to shifting consumer attitudes, strong startup ecosystems, and rising interest in sustainable proteins. Educational campaigns and innovative product formats-from snacks to powders-are breaking down psychological barriers. The region's emphasis on fitness nutrition, clean eating, and environmental responsibility aligns naturally with the value insects bring. As regulatory clarity improves and retail presence expands, more consumers are willing to give insect-based foods a fair chance. This momentum sets the stage for rapid, steady expansion.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players in Edible Insects Market include Ynsect, Protix, InnovaFeed, Aspire Food Group, Entomo Farms, Beta Hatch, AgriProtein, EnviroFlight, Hargol FoodTech, Eat Grub, Jimini's, Entocycle, Hexafly, nextProtein and All Things Bugs.

Key Developments:

In October 2023, Tyson Foods partnered with Protix to advance sustainable protein solutions, focusing on insect ingredient production for food and feed. This collaboration aims to reduce environmental impact, enhance circular agriculture, and expand innovative protein alternatives to meet growing global demand responsibly.

In April 2023, Ynsect signed an MOU with Korea's LOTTE R&D Centre to jointly develop insect-based food products, enhance consumer awareness of health benefits, and expand into Asia. This partnership strengthens sustainable protein innovation, supporting global food security and climate-friendly nutrition initiatives.

Products Covered:

Whole Insects
Insect-based Snacks
Insect Powder
Insect Protein Bars

Insect Types Covered:

Beetles
Mealworms
Caterpillars
Termites
Crickets & Grasshoppers
Silkworms
Black Soldier Fly (BSF)
Ants
Other Insects

Distribution Channels Covered:

Online Retail
Offline Retail

Applications Covered:

Food & Beverages
Animal Feed
Cosmetics
Nutraceuticals
Other Industrial Uses

Regions Covered:

North America
- US
- Canada
- Mexico
Europe
- Germany
- UK
- Italy
- France
- Spain
- Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
- Japan
- China
- India
- Australia
- New Zealand
- South Korea
- Rest of Asia Pacific
South America
- Argentina
- Brazil
- Chile
- Rest of South America
Middle East & Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Qatar
- South Africa
- Rest of Middle East & Africa

What our report offers:

Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
Covers Market data for the years 2024, 2025, 2026, 2028, and 2032
Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements

Free Customization Offerings:

All the customers of this report will be entitled to receive one of the following free customization options:

Company Profiling
- Comprehensive profiling of additional market players (up to 3)
- SWOT Analysis of key players (up to 3)
Regional Segmentation
- Market estimations, Forecasts and CAGR of any prominent country as per the client's interest (Note: Depends on feasibility check)
Competitive Benchmarking
- Benchmarking of key players based on product portfolio, geographical presence, and strategic alliances

1 Executive Summary

2 Preface

2.1 Abstract
2.2 Stake Holders
2.3 Research Scope
2.4 Research Methodology
- 2.4.1 Data Mining
- 2.4.2 Data Analysis
- 2.4.3 Data Validation
- 2.4.4 Research Approach
2.5 Research Sources
- 2.5.1 Primary Research Sources
- 2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources
- 2.5.3 Assumptions

3 Market Trend Analysis

3.1 Introduction
3.2 Drivers
3.3 Restraints
3.4 Opportunities
3.5 Threats
3.6 Product Analysis
3.7 Application Analysis
3.8 Emerging Markets
3.9 Impact of Covid-19

4 Porters Five Force Analysis

4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers
4.2 Bargaining power of buyers
4.3 Threat of substitutes
4.4 Threat of new entrants
4.5 Competitive rivalry

5 Global Edible Insects Market, By Product

5.1 Introduction
5.2 Whole Insects
5.3 Insect-based Snacks
5.4 Insect Powder
5.5 Insect Protein Bars

6 Global Edible Insects Market, By Insect Type

6.1 Introduction
6.2 Beetles
6.3 Mealworms
6.4 Caterpillars
6.5 Termites
6.6 Crickets & Grasshoppers
6.7 Silkworms
6.8 Black Soldier Fly (BSF)
6.9 Ants
6.10 Other Insects

7 Global Edible Insects Market, By Distribution Channel

7.1 Introduction
7.2 Online Retail
7.3 Offline Retail
- 7.3.1 Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
- 7.3.2 Convenience Stores
- 7.3.3 Specialty Stores

8 Global Edible Insects Market, By Application

8.1 Introduction
8.2 Food & Beverages
8.3 Animal Feed
8.4 Cosmetics
8.5 Nutraceuticals
8.6 Other Industrial Uses

9 Global Edible Insects Market, By Geography

9.1 Introduction
9.2 North America
- 9.2.1 US
- 9.2.2 Canada
- 9.2.3 Mexico
9.3 Europe
- 9.3.1 Germany
- 9.3.2 UK
- 9.3.3 Italy
- 9.3.4 France
- 9.3.5 Spain
- 9.3.6 Rest of Europe
9.4 Asia Pacific
- 9.4.1 Japan
- 9.4.2 China
- 9.4.3 India
- 9.4.4 Australia
- 9.4.5 New Zealand
- 9.4.6 South Korea
- 9.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific
9.5 South America
- 9.5.1 Argentina
- 9.5.2 Brazil
- 9.5.3 Chile
- 9.5.4 Rest of South America
9.6 Middle East & Africa
- 9.6.1 Saudi Arabia
- 9.6.2 UAE
- 9.6.3 Qatar
- 9.6.4 South Africa
- 9.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa

10 Key Developments

10.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures
10.2 Acquisitions & Mergers
10.3 New Product Launch
10.4 Expansions
10.5 Other Key Strategies

11 Company Profiling

11.1 Ynsect
11.2 Protix
11.3 InnovaFeed
11.4 Aspire Food Group
11.5 Entomo Farms
11.6 Beta Hatch
11.7 AgriProtein
11.8 EnviroFlight
11.9 Hargol FoodTech
11.10 Eat Grub
11.11 Jimini's
11.12 Entocycle
11.13 Hexafly
11.14 nextProtein
11.15 All Things Bugs

簡介目錄圖表

List of Tables

Table 1 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Region (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 2 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Product (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 3 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Whole Insects (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 4 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Insect-based Snacks (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 5 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Insect Powder (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 6 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Insect Protein Bars (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 7 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Insect Type (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 8 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Beetles (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 9 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Mealworms (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 10 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Caterpillars (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 11 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Termites (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 12 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Crickets & Grasshoppers (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 13 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Silkworms (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 14 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Black Soldier Fly (BSF) (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 15 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Ants (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 16 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Other Insects (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 17 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Distribution Channel (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 18 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Online Retail (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 19 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Offline Retail (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 20 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Supermarkets/Hypermarkets (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 21 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Convenience Stores (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 22 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Specialty Stores (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 23 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Application (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 24 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Food & Beverages (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 25 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Animal Feed (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 26 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Cosmetics (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 27 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Nutraceuticals (2024-2032) ($MN)
Table 28 Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, By Other Industrial Uses (2024-2032) ($MN)