Dehydrated Garlic Market Size, Share & Industry Analysis, By Form (Powder, Granules, Flakes, Chopped, Minced), By End-User (Snacks, Ready-to-Eat Foods, Soups and Condiments, Meat and Poultry Products, Households, Others (Frozen Foods & Baked Foods)) And Regional Forecast, 2024-2032

The dehydration or removal of moisture content from garlic to increase its shelf life coupled with its easy storage without its taste being compromised is fuelling the dehydrated garlic market growth. Various dehydration techniques such as drum drying, spray drying, and freeze drying are adopted for production of dehydrated garlic. Dehydrated garlic contains allicin, which has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. They are also rich in iron, phosphorus, vitamin C, and other minerals which aid in maintaining the blood circulation in the body. Further, dehydrated garlic is widely incorporated in various processed foods and in culinary preparations such as pasta, pizza, and lasagne due to its pungent and pleasant flavour, which in turn is driving its market.

Garlic enhances the taste and flavour in various snacks, premixes, gravies, soups, stir-fried foods, sauces and others, along with being compliant with other ingredients present in the food. Further, the wide availability of dehydrated garlic in various stores increases its accessibility, coupled with its enhanced functionality have positively impacted its market growth.

The increasing consumers demand for healthy convenience foods without compromising on its flavour and taste, coupled with the ability of dehydrated garlic to remain shelf stable without altering its taste fuels its market growth. The growing interest of consumer towards healthy lifestyle along with the growing awareness about the health benefits of dehydrated garlic has led to its wide incorporation in various processed foods. Further, the exponential growth observed by the food industry has also positively impacted the market growth.

Fluctuations in the price of garlic due to various climatic and political factors are acting as an impeding factor in its market growth. According to National Horticulture Board (NHB), India the prices of garlic in 2019, in India increased by 55% from the previous year owing to the rise in demand and comparatively reduced supply in the country.

Key Players Covered:

The key companies operating in the global dehydrated garlic market are, GANESH FOODS, Oceanic Foods Ltd., Garlico Industries Ltd., V.T. Foods Pvt. Ltd., Apple Food Industries, AsianFood Export, Nu-World Foods Inc., Harsh Impex, Kangaroo Island Fresh Garlic, and Natural Agro Foods

The dehydrated garlic flakes segment is expected to account for the major share in the market owing to its extensive utilization in commercial as well as household food preparation purposes such as pizza, rolls, and curries. The flakes are widely preferred as it gives the flexibility of utilization according to one’s requirement such as it can be minced, chopped or powdered. This increases the product versatility; thereby, plays a crucial role in its sales growth.

The ready-to-eat food segment is likely to hold the larger share due to the growing inclination of consumers towards them as they save the food preparation and cooking time coupled with being convenient. The utilization of dehydrated garlic in the RTE products not only enhance its flavour, texture and taste but also ensures longer shelf stability. The snacks manufacturers prefer dehydrated garlic due to the lack of any moisture content in it, which makes the snacks crispy and crunchy; thereby, boosting its market growth.

Regional Analysis:

Europe is expected to witness significant growth in the market in upcoming years due to the flourishing food and beverage industry in the region. Countries such as Germany, the Netherlands, France, and Spain are witnessing a rapid growth in the food industry mainly owing to the wide consumption of bread and baked items. Moreover, Spain is the largest producer of garlic in Europe and supplies more than 50% of garlic in the region. Further, the rise in working population and less time spent on cooking have led consumers to shift towards convenience food, which in turn is driving the dehydrated garlic market growth in the region.

Asia Pacific is observing rapid growth and holds immense potential for dehydrated garlic manufacturers due to the abundant availability of raw garlic in the region. China is the major global producer of garlic and accounts for approximately 86% of the total global production. The abundant raw material availability along with its wide utilization in households for preparing various dishes has benefitted its market performance. Further, the wide consumption of dehydrated garlic to enhance the overall immune system is also a major factor propelling its regional market growth.

Segmentation

Key Industry Developments

• In September 2019, Kangaroo Island Fresh Garlic, to combat the seasonal challenges of growing local garlic has invested in a peeling and dehydration equipment for making garlic granules, powder and salt to ensure its year round availability to the consumers in Cassini, South Australia.


• In July 2018, Knoxx Business Group Pty Ltd. has launched ‘FoodCraft’ dehydrated garlic in Australia that is available in different grain sizes according to the consumers’ requirements. The new product was launched by the company due to the growing demand for additives-free dehydrated vegetables in food products.