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Yeast production in France is valued at around 165 million euros.
The global yeast market has experienced robust growth, with a notable compound annual growth rate (CAGR) expected from 2020 onwards. According to Zion Market Research, the market is expected to grow from $4.1 billion in 2017 to $8.9 billion in 2026, representing an impressive annual growth rate of 9%. Yeast production is also expected to rise from 1,120 kilotonnes in 2017 to 2,220 kilotonnes by 2026, with an annual growth rate of around 8%.
The market structure is highly concentrated, with a few major players such as Lesaffre, based in France. Demand for yeast is diversified, due to its different applications in sectors such as bakery, alcoholic beverages, nutritional supplements and biotechnology.
Although Europe holds a global market share of around 32% in 2017, regions such as Asia-Pacific are expected to see the strongest growth, due to factors such as rising population and GDP.
The rapid development of ready meals, rising alcohol consumption and recognition of the health benefits of yeast continue to fuel the market trends seen from 2020 onwards.
Market trends in the yeast sector
The yeast market in the country has seen strong growth, marked by an increased preference for ready-made meals, regular alcohol consumption and growing awareness of the nutritional benefits offered by yeast.
Yeasts play an essential role in a variety of industries, not limited to food and beverage processing. They are an integral part of fermentation processes and influence the taste, smell and texture of a wide range of products.
There are several forms of yeast on the market, including fresh, dry and instant varieties. Their applications cover diverse sectors such as bakery products, food flavor enhancement, health and wellness supplements, alcoholic beverage production and biotechnologies such as biofuels.
Europe has a significant market share, accounting for around a third of the global market.
France is one of the world's leading yeast manufacturers. Fresh and active yeasts represent an estimated value of between 60 and 70 million euros, while baker's yeast reaches a market size of almost 60 million euros. Production of inactive yeast is estimated at around 30 million euros. Baking powders also contribute to the market, with a value of almost 9 million euros.
Imports of various types of yeast into the country come mainly from Germany, Denmark, Italy and the Netherlands.
Total yeast production in the country is valued at around 165 million euros, reflecting its important role in the food industry.
Bakeries are a major consumer of yeast, along with the production of alcoholic beverages
There are some 29,600 bakery stores in France, accounting for around 45.2% of sales in the bakery sector. Average bakery sales are between 350,000 and 400,000 euros. Per capita bread consumption has fallen slightly over the years, from 160 grams per day to around 120 grams.
Per capita wine consumption has fallen from around 55 liters to just over 40 liters a year. conversely, beer consumption has risen slightly to around 50 liters per year
Leading companies in the sector
Groupe Lesaffre - At the top of the yeast production hierarchy in France, Lesaffre is not just a national leader, but a global powerhouse in the yeast market. With thousands of employees, the group is a pillar of the bakery industry, supplying various yeast products for a whole range of applications, from baking to biotechnology.
Fala Yeast - A Lesaffre subsidiary, Fala offers a particularly popular selection of pressed yeasts. Designed to facilitate bread-making for both professional and amateur bakers.
Biospringer- A Lesaffre subsidiary, Biospringer focuses on yeast extracts and dry yeast. In business since 1872, its continuous evolution has seen it specialize in culinary solutions, diversify into taste-enhancing products and leverage the nutritional benefits of yeast in a variety of sectors.
AB Mauri France- A subsidiary of the Associated British Foods group, AB Mauri France offers a range of yeast products intended mainly for industrialists, craftsmen and distributors.
Lallemand Baking Solutions - Originally from Canada, with a European branch in France, Lallemand crosses borders to supply yeast throughout Europe.
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1.1 Definitions and scope of study
The yeast is a microorganism commonly used in food and beverage processing. It is used in the fermentation process for its ability to promote carbon release by improving the smell, taste, consistency and flavour of food.
There are different types of yeasts on the market depending on the form (fresh, dry, instantaneous or other), depending on the use (baker's yeast, wine yeast, beer yeast, bio-ethanol yeast), but also according to the consistency (liquid, granular, solid yeasts)
The manufacture of yeasts is registered to code 10.89Z in the INSEE's nomenclature of French activities (NAF code), a subclass of the food industry
In a highly concentrated market with few players involved, the yeast segment is growing strongly on a global scale, driven in particular by the development of ready-made meals the alcohol consumption slightly higher and awareness of the nutritional values of yeast . [Research
France also has one of the world's leading yeast manufacturers an asset in a country where bread-making yeasts are the main variety in the global manufacture of yeasts.
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La Mie Câline wants to dispel preconceptions about industrial bakeries - 13/06/2023
- 243 franchised La Mie câline stores.
- 96% of raw materials already sourced from French, label-certified manufacturers.
- Sales of 203 million euros in 2022. Anticipated sales of 215 million euros in 2023.
Mie Câline unveils its new visual identity - 07/04/2023
- Number of franchise stores: over 240
- Highlighting La Mie Câline's bakery roots and its desire to uphold tradition while embracing modernity.
La Mie Câline modernizes its concept - 21/03/2023
- Sales to end 2022: 203 million euros
- - Number of outlets: 240
- - New outlets: 7 in 2023
- - Roll-out of visual identity: 90% of outlets by the end of the year
Bread accounts for 10% of total sales, while Viennese pastries represent just under a third
Alsa yeasts now produced in Strasbourg - 21/01/2023
- German group Dr. Oetker concentrates 90% of its Alsa yeast production at its Strasbourg site
Animal feed: DSM buys Prodap - 07/06/2022
- Dutch chemist DSM has acquired Brazilian precision animal nutrition company Prodap
- The company employs 330 people
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