UK Organic Food Market

UK Organic Food Market Overview:

The UK organic food market size reached USD 2.82 Billion in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 7.63 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 10.20% during 2024-2032. The market is driven by the growing health consciousness among consumers seeking organic products and the increasing support for local and small-scale farmers through industry initiatives and policies aimed at enhancing sustainability and food security.

UK Organic Food Market Trends:

Growing Health Consciousness

According to the Department for Environment Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA), the UK had a total area of 498 thousand hectares of land farmed organically in 2023. People in the UK are prioritizing their health and well-being and opting for organic food products. They are looking for items that are devoid of synthetic chemicals, pesticides, and artificial additives. This trend is increasing the preference of organic food products, which are believed to provide higher nutritional advantages and promote general well-being. Besides this, consumers are constantly researching and selecting organic alternatives to avoid the potential health dangers connected with the usage of pesticides in traditional farming practices. Retailers and brands are responding to this demand by expanding their organic product offerings and emphasizing on the health benefits of organic food products, which is supporting the market growth in the country.

Moreover, media coverage and endorsements from health professionals are reinforcing the benefits of organic food by offering authoritative information and positive reviews, which is increasing consumer trust and confidence. The rising awareness among the masses about food products is encouraging them to make informed and health-conscious decisions. Enhanced visibility through various media channels is highlighting the nutritional and environmental advantages of organic food products, leading to broader acceptance and preference.

Increasing Support for Local Farmers

Consumers are inclining towards locally produced and small-scale organic produce, driven by a desire to support local economies, minimize food miles, and enjoy fresher and more sustainable products. This transition is driving the demand for organic products produced by local farmers, which is strengthening community relationships and supporting environmental sustainability. In line with this, governing agencies of the country and industry organizations are implementing supportive regulations and certifications to advance organic farming. These programs are increasing consumer trust in organic products and facilitating easy accessibility for resources to small and local producers, resulting in a more robust and diverse agricultural sector.

Governing agencies of the country have introduced a comprehensive package designed to strengthen local farming and expand the food sector in May 2024. These initiatives aim to enhance domestic food production, encourage innovations within the industry, and develop the next generation of farming.

UK Organic Food Market News:

• August 2024: Clearspring, a specialist in organic fine foods, introduced three new additions to its Organic Thai range, including the UK’s first organic, gluten-free, plant-based Pad Thai Sauce.
• July 2024:  Kallo, the B Corp healthier snack and stock pioneer owned by Ecotone UK, launched its new line of ambient dips, introducing organic Veggie Dips made from natural ingredients, vegetables, herbs, and spices. The dips were launched at Ocado and selected health food stores across the UK.

UK Organic Food Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country level for 2024-2032. Our report has categorized the market based on product type, distribution channel, and application.

Product Type Insights:

• Organic Fruits and Vegetables
• Organic Meat, Poultry and Dairy
• Organic Processed Food
• Organic Bread and Bakery
• Organic Beverages
• Organic Cereal and Food Grains
• Others
   

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the product type. This includes organic fruits and vegetables, organic meat, poultry and dairy, organic processed food, organic bread and bakery, organic beverages, organic cereal and food grains, and others.

Distribution Channel Insights:

• Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
• Specialty Stores
• Convenience Stores
• Online Stores
• Others
   

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the distribution channel have also been provided in the report. This includes supermarkets and hypermarkets, specialty stores, convenience stores, online stores, and others.

Application Insights:

• Bakery and Confectionery
• Ready-to-eat Food Products
• Breakfast Cereals
• Others
   

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the application. This includes bakery and confectionery, ready-to-eat-food products, breakfast cereals, and others.

Regional Insights:

• London
• South East
• North West
• East of England
• South West
• Scotland
• West Midlands
• Yorkshire and The Humber
• East Midlands
• Others
   

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include London, South East, North West, East of England, South West, Scotland, West Midlands, Yorkshire and The Humber, East Midlands, and Others.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

UK Organic Food Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the UK organic food market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the UK organic food market?
• What is the breakup of the UK organic food market on the basis of product type?
• What is the breakup of the UK organic food market on the basis of distribution channel?
• What is the breakup of the UK organic food market on the basis of application?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the UK organic food market? 
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the UK organic food?
• What is the structure of the UK organic food market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the UK organic food market?

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the UK organic food market from 2018-2032.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the UK organic food market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the UK organic food industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.