Global Buttermilk Market Outlook 2022

Originally, buttermilk referred to the liquid left over from churning butter from cultured or fermented cream. Traditionally, before cream could be skimmed from whole milk, the milk was left to sit for a period of time to allow the cream and milk to separate. During this time, naturally occurring lactic acid-producing bacteria in the milk fermented it. This facilitates the butter churning process, since fat from cream with a lower pH coalesces more readily than that of fresh cream. The acidic environment also helps prevent potentially harmful microorganisms from growing, increasing shelf-life. However, in establishments that used cream separators, the cream was hardly acidic at all.
Commercially available cultured buttermilk is milk that has been pasteurized and homogenized (with 1% or 2% fat), and then inoculated with a culture of Lactococcus lactis (formerly known as Streptococcus lactis) plus Leuconostoc citrovorum to simulate the naturally occurring bacteria in the old-fashioned product. Some dairies add colored flecks of butter to cultured buttermilk to simulate residual flecks of butter that can be left over from the churning process of traditional buttermilk. Condensed buttermilk and dried buttermilk have increased in importance in the food industry. Condensed buttermilk and dried buttermilk have increased in importance in the food industry. Buttermilk solids are used in ice cream manufacturing, as well as being added to pancake mixes. Adding specific strains of bacteria to pasteurized milk allows more consistent production.
Global Buttermilk main players are Arla Foods, DairyAmerica, Sodiaal Group, Fonterra, etc. Global top four manufacturers hold a share over 20%. Europe is the largest market, with a share nearly 50%.

The global Buttermilk market was valued at US$ 883 million in 2020 and is expected to reach US$ 980 million by the end of 2027, growing at a CAGR of 1.5% during 2021-2027.
This report focuses on Buttermilk volume and value at the global level, regional level and company level. From a global perspective, this report represents overall Buttermilk market size by analysing historical data and future prospect. Regionally, this report focuses on several key regions: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Middle East & Africa.

Global Buttermilk Market: Segment Analysis
The research report includes specific segments by region (country), by company, by Type and by Application. This study provides information about the sales and revenue during the historic and forecasted period of 2016 to 2027. Understanding the segments helps in identifying the importance of different factors that aid the market growth.

Segment by Type
Liquid Buttermilk
Buttermilk Powder

Segment by Application
Confectionery
Ice Cream
Bakery
Dairy-based Sauces

By Region
North America
U.S.
Canada
Europe
Germany
France
U.K.
Italy
Russia
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
South Korea
India
Australia
China Taiwan
Indonesia
Thailand
Malaysia
Latin America
Mexico
Brazil
Argentina
Middle East & Africa
Turkey
Saudi Arabia
UAE

By Company
Amul
Arla Foods
DairyAmerica
Sodiaal Group
Fonterra
Dairy Farmers of America
Glanbia
Valley Milk
Associated Milk Producers
Arion Dairy Products
Innova Food Ingredients
Sterling Agro Industries
Grain Millers
Agri-Mark
Land O'Lakes