Microgreens Market Size is Projected to Reach USD 3,271.6 Milli

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  The global microgreens market size reached USD 1,774.7 Million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 3,271.6 Million by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 6.97% during 2025-2033. This growth is driven by rising consumer demand for nutrient-rich foods, increasing health consciousness, advancements in indoor farming technologies like vertical farming, and growing popularity in gourmet and plant-based dining. The market is dominated by North America, reflecting high demand for fresh, nutritious produce and sustainable farming practices. The study provides a detailed analysis of the industry, including the Microgreens Market share, trends, growth, size, and industry growth forecast.

  Study Assumption Years

  • Base Year: 2024
  • Historical Year/Period: 2019-2024
  • Forecast Year/Period: 2025-2033

  Microgreens Market Key Takeaways

  • Current Market Size: USD 1,774.7 Million in 2024
  • CAGR: 6.97% during 2025-2033
  • Forecast Period: 2025-2033
  • North America leads with over 36.5% market share in 2024, driven by health awareness and culinary adoption.
  • Broccoli microgreens lead the type segment with around 27.2% share due to their nutritional profile.
  • Indoor vertical farming accounts for 44.3% market share in farming methods given its year-round production benefits.
  • The commercial end-use segment dominates, fueled by restaurants and foodservice industries.
  • Retail stores lead distribution channels with 42.6% market share owing to convenience and variety.

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  Market Growth Factors

  The microgreens market grows overall because healthy and nutritious foods increase in popularity. In accordance with a survey, 65% of consumers prefer natural ingredients, 55% search for extra health benefits in food, and 50% prefer healthier snacks. High in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, microgreens suit for the health-conscious consumer, increasing the demand for functional foods with health benefits beyond basic nutrition.

   

  Many of these benefits have been made possible by advances in indoor farming and vertical farming, which allow year-round cropping, and provide the means to control for variables such as temperature, light and humidity. Additionally, water savings between 70% and 95% per crop can be realized through the use of vertical agriculture systems, appealing to more producers and consumers that value sustainable agricultural production. The U.S. accounts for 40% of the global vertical farming market, which is a prominent use case.

   

  Chefs also move microgreens into a major role in upscale restaurants and the plant-based restaurant movement because they vary colors, flavors, and textures for visually appealing dishes. Demand increased for farm-to-table dining. A shift happened towards a plant-based diet. Urban agriculture expanded. Sustainable farming delivers locally-grown natural food to consumers. These factors are expected to propel the market further.

  Market Segmentation

  Analysis by Type:

  • Broccoli: Leads with 27.2% market share in 2024 due to rich nutritional profile and culinary versatility.
  • Cabbage
  • Cauliflower
  • Arugula
  • Peas
  • Basil
  • Radish
  • Others

  Broccoli microgreens are favored for their concentration of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making them popular among health-conscious consumers.

  Analysis by Farming Method:

  • Indoor Vertical Farming: Dominates with 44.3% market share in 2024 by providing year-round, controlled environment growth, resource efficiency, and urban suitability.
  • Commercial Greenhouses
  • Others

  Indoor vertical farming allows precise control over environmental factors, ensuring consistent, high-quality crop yields and minimal external impact.

  Analysis by End Use:

  • Residential
  • Commercial: Leads the market driven by culinary uses in restaurants, hotels, and catering, emphasizing flavor, presentation, and plant-based trends.

  Microgreens enhance dish aesthetics and nutrition, favored by foodservice providers focusing on innovative, health-conscious dining.

  Analysis by Distribution Channel:

  • Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
  • Retail Stores: Lead with 42.6% market share in 2024 due to convenience, variety of offerings, eco-friendly packaging, and collaborations with local growers.
  • Others

  Retail outlets make fresh microgreens accessible to a broad consumer base including health enthusiasts and culinary users.

  Regional Insights

  The North America microgreens market held over 36.5% of the share in 2024. Health awareness rises among consumers. Culinary traditions exist. Farm technology advances like indoor vertical farming, hydroponics, and aquaponics drive the North America microgreens market. This region has a well-established distribution network for microgreens at supermarkets, restaurants, and farmers' markets.

  Recent Developments & News

  • October 2024: Penn State initiated a program supported by USDA's Risk Management Agency to educate microgreens growers on managing production risks, market volatility, and food safety through seminars and online tools.
  • August 2024: Food technologists Sayak Gupta and Snehal Ambekar developed an automated microgreens cultivation system ('Half-Inch Garden') through SS AgriQulture Innovations to promote nutrient-dense microgreens.
  • November 2023: Gotham Greens launched a new line of salad kits in three varieties: Green Goddess, Southwest Ranch, and Caesar.
  • February 2023: GoodLeaf Farms (TruLeaf) partnered with Unfold Partner to produce premium leafy greens.
  • September 2022: AeroFarms started operations in a 140,000-square-foot indoor farm facility.

  Key Players

  • 2BFresh
  • 80 Acres Farms
  • AeroFarms
  • Badia Farms
  • Farm.One Inc.
  • Farmbox Greens (Charlie's Produce)
  • Fresh Origins
  • GoodLeaf Farms (True Leaf)
  • Greeneration
  • Ibiza Microgreens
  • Living Earth Farm
  • Metro Microgreens
  • The Chef's Garden Inc.

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