Product Code: ETC6188416 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sachin Kumar Rai | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The broader Australia plant-based food market is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by increasing consumer interest in health, sustainability, and animal welfare. This market encompasses meat substitutes, dairy alternatives, snacks, and ready meals, reflecting evolving dietary preferences and innovative product development.
The overall plant-based food market in Australia is experiencing robust growth, underpinned by rising veganism, flexitarianism, and health-conscious eating trends. Consumers increasingly seek clean-label, organic, and sustainably sourced products. Retailers and foodservice outlets are expanding plant-based offerings, while technological advancements improve taste, texture, and nutritional profiles.
The broad plant-based food market faces challenges in delivering taste, texture, and nutritional profiles comparable to animal-based foods. Supply chain disruptions, higher production costs, and consumer price sensitivity are significant barriers. Additionally, regulatory uncertainty and labeling debates affect product development and marketing.
The broad plant-based food market in Australia represents one of the fastest-growing segments driven by health, ethical, and environmental factors. Investments in product innovation, including meat alternatives, snacks, bakery, and ready meals made from local grains, legumes, and vegetables, can capture growing consumer demand. Expanding retail presence, e-commerce platforms, and export opportunities to Asia-Pacific markets amplify growth potential.
Broad government policies on food safety, labeling, and nutrition strongly affect the plant-based food market. FSANZ sets rigorous standards to protect consumers, while agricultural and environmental policies promote plant-based diets to reduce carbon footprint. Funding for innovation and export incentives help grow the sector domestically and internationally.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia Plant-Based Food Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia Plant-Based Food Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Category, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing health consciousness and awareness among consumers |
4.2.2 Growing concerns about environmental sustainability and animal welfare |
4.2.3 Rising trend of vegan and vegetarian diets |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Higher prices of plant-based food compared to conventional options |
4.3.2 Limited availability and accessibility of plant-based products in certain regions |
4.3.3 Lack of awareness and understanding about plant-based food options |
5 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Trends |
6 Australia Plant-Based Food Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia Plant-Based Food Market, By Product Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Non-Dairy Milk, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Dairy Products, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Bakery and Confectionery, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Sweet and Savoury Snacks, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.7 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Revenues & Volume, By RTE and RTC Meals, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.8 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Australia Plant-Based Food Market, By Category |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Organic, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Conventional, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Australia Plant-Based Food Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Store based, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Non store based, 2021- 2031F |
7 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of new plant-based food product launches in the market |
8.2 Percentage increase in plant-based food sales in restaurants and food service outlets |
8.3 Growth in the number of plant-based food retail outlets |
8.4 Consumer surveys indicating increased preference for plant-based food options |
8.5 Number of collaborations between food retailers and plant-based food manufacturers |
9 Australia Plant-Based Food Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Opportunity Assessment, By Category, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia Plant-Based Food Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia Plant-Based Food Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |