Market overview
The global mycoprotein market is worth USD 483 mn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 1.8 bn by 2036, growing at a 14.0% CAGR. United Kingdom is the largest country market and Mince, pieces and fillets is the largest by product segment.
| Scope | Protein foods made from fermented fungal biomass such as Fusarium venenatum, sold as meat alternatives and ingredients. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Food and Beverage |
| Value 2025 | USD 420 mn |
| Value 2026 | USD 483 mn |
| Value 2036 | USD 1.8 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 14.0% |
| Volume 2026 | 43,920 tonnes |
| Volume 2036 | 171,189 tonnes |
| Average price 2026 | USD 11,000 per tonne |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Mycoprotein market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 483 mn |
| 2027 | USD 551 mn |
| 2028 | USD 628 mn |
| 2029 | USD 716 mn |
| 2030 | USD 816 mn |
| 2031 | USD 930 mn |
| 2032 | USD 1.1 bn |
| 2033 | USD 1.2 bn |
| 2034 | USD 1.4 bn |
| 2035 | USD 1.6 bn |
| 2036 | USD 1.8 bn |
Mycoprotein market segmentation
By product
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mince, pieces and fillets | 54.0% | 44.8% | USD 261 mn | 11.9% |
| Nuggets and ready meals | 28.0% | 25.4% | USD 135 mn | 12.9% |
| Ingredients and blends | 18.0% | 29.8% | USD 87 mn | 19.9% |
By channel
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail | 72.0% | 64.0% | USD 348 mn | 12.7% |
| Food service | 20.0% | 23.1% | USD 97 mn | 15.7% |
| Industrial ingredient | 8.0% | 13.0% | USD 39 mn | 19.6% |
By species
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fusarium venenatum | 62.0% | 55.0% | USD 299 mn | 12.6% |
| Neurospora and Aspergillus | 20.0% | 23.0% | USD 97 mn | 15.6% |
| Mushroom mycelium | 18.0% | 22.0% | USD 87 mn | 16.3% |
By fermentation mode
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Continuous airlift | 58.0% | 52.0% | USD 280 mn | 12.8% |
| Batch and fed-batch stirred tank | 28.0% | 30.0% | USD 135 mn | 14.8% |
| Solid-state | 14.0% | 18.0% | USD 68 mn | 16.9% |
By consumer group
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flexitarians | 52.0% | 50.0% | USD 251 mn | 13.6% |
| Vegetarians and vegans | 31.0% | 29.0% | USD 150 mn | 13.2% |
| Institutional catering | 17.0% | 21.0% | USD 82 mn | 16.4% |
Top 25 countries for mycoprotein by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 90.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 97.5%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United Kingdom | USD 193 mn | 40.0% | USD 523 mn | 10.5% |
| 2 | United States | USD 97 mn | 20.0% | USD 528 mn | 18.5% |
| 3 | Germany | USD 34 mn | 7.0% | USD 131 mn | 14.5% |
| 4 | Netherlands | USD 24 mn | 5.0% | USD 86 mn | 13.5% |
| 5 | Ireland | USD 19 mn | 4.0% | USD 63 mn | 12.5% |
| 6 | Sweden | USD 14 mn | 3.0% | USD 56 mn | 14.4% |
| 7 | France | USD 14 mn | 3.0% | USD 56 mn | 14.4% |
| 8 | Australia | USD 14 mn | 3.0% | USD 61 mn | 15.4% |
| 9 | Canada | USD 14 mn | 3.0% | USD 66 mn | 16.4% |
| 10 | Belgium | USD 9.7 mn | 2.0% | USD 34 mn | 13.4% |
| 11 | Italy | USD 6.9 mn | 1.4% | USD 27 mn | 14.6% |
| 12 | Spain | USD 4.6 mn | 0.9% | USD 18 mn | 14.6% |
| 13 | Denmark | USD 3.5 mn | 0.7% | USD 14 mn | 14.6% |
| 14 | Norway | USD 2.9 mn | 0.6% | USD 11 mn | 14.6% |
| 15 | Finland | USD 2.5 mn | 0.5% | USD 9.7 mn | 14.4% |
| 16 | Switzerland | USD 2.2 mn | 0.5% | USD 8.6 mn | 14.5% |
| 17 | Austria | USD 2.0 mn | 0.4% | USD 7.7 mn | 14.5% |
| 18 | Japan | USD 1.8 mn | 0.4% | USD 7.0 mn | 14.6% |
| 19 | China | USD 1.6 mn | 0.3% | USD 7.3 mn | 16.1% |
| 20 | Singapore | USD 1.6 mn | 0.3% | USD 6.8 mn | 16.0% |
| 21 | Israel | USD 1.4 mn | 0.3% | USD 5.5 mn | 14.4% |
| 22 | Poland | USD 1.4 mn | 0.3% | USD 5.2 mn | 14.4% |
| 23 | Brazil | USD 1.3 mn | 0.3% | USD 5.5 mn | 16.0% |
| 24 | New Zealand | USD 1.2 mn | 0.2% | USD 4.7 mn | 14.4% |
| 25 | South Korea | USD 1.2 mn | 0.2% | USD 4.5 mn | 14.5% |
| Rest of world | USD 12 mn | 2.5% | USD 46 mn | 14.0% |
Source: Compare Market Research analysis.
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Quorn Foods
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Enough
- Nature's Fynd
- The Better Meat Co
- Infinite Roots
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- MycoTechnology
- Prime Roots
- Meati Foods
- Libre Foods
- Mush Foods
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the mycoprotein market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 14.0% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by product, by channel, by species, by fermentation mode, by consumer group. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the mycoprotein market?
The global mycoprotein market is estimated at USD 420 mn in 2025 and USD 483 mn in 2026.
How fast will the mycoprotein market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 1.8 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 14.0% from 2026, an increase of USD 1.3 bn.
Which country is the largest market for mycoprotein?
United Kingdom is the largest market by revenue at USD 193 mn in 2026, 40.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 67.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, United States is growing fastest at 18.5% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which mycoprotein segment is largest?
In the by product split, Mince, pieces and fillets is the largest segment with 54.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading mycoprotein companies?
Global leaders include Quorn Foods.
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