United States Whey Protein Market 2025 | Growth Drivers, Key Players & Investment Opportunities

Market Size and Growth

The Global "Whey Protein Market" is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.2% during the forecast period (2024-2031).

Key Development:

United States: Recent Industry Developments

✅ In June 2025, Abbott Laboratories and Arla Foods Ingredients entered into a strategic partnership to co‐develop next‐generation whey protein ingredients for sports and clinical nutrition applications in the U.S., emphasising improved digestibility and taste profiles.

✅ In April 2025, Actus Nutrition acquired a 99,000‐square‐foot processing facility in Wisconsin from Foremost Farms USA, boosting U.S. whey‐protein production capacity and reinforcing a long‐term supply relationship for sports‐nutrition and functional‐food channels.

✅ In March 2025, Glanbia plc acquired the whey‐protein ingredient operations of Makers Nutrition in the U.S. to expand its contract manufacturing footprint and secure customized protein solutions for global brands.

✅ In January 2025, U.S. dairy‐processor Wisconsin Whey Protein Inc. announced construction of a new whey protein isolate (WPI) production plant in Darlington, Wisconsin, capable of producing up to 13 million lbs annually, slated for completion in early 2026.

Japan: Recent Industry Developments

✅ In May 2025, Arla Foods Ingredients introduced its Nutrilac® HighYield whey protein concept aimed at Japanese/Asian dairy producers, enabling zero‐waste whey utilisation and enabling upstream partners to integrate high‐protein products from acid‐whey streams.

✅ In April 2025, Nutrition from Water (NXW) signed a joint‐development agreement with Nissei Kyokei to launch its Marine WheyTM protein ingredient in Japan, targeting sustainable, marine‐derived whey alternatives for Japanese nutrition and dairy manufacturers.

✅ In March 2025, a food‐ingredient firm in Japan began co‐development of a whey‐protein isolate variant tailored for the Japanese ready‐to‐drink (RTD) functional‐beverage market, emphasising mild flavour and high solubility to suit local consumer preferences.

✅ In February 2025, Japan's sports‐nutrition channel saw the launch of a locally‐formulated whey‐protein blend incorporating proteolytic enzymes for enhanced amino‐acid bioavailability, aligning with consumer demand for premium formulations in the Japanese fitness segment.

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Key Players:

=> Agropur (Davisco Business Unit), Arla Foods, Fonterra Co-operative Group, Milk Specialties, and Glanbia. Other key players in the market include Hilmar Cheese Company, Maple Island Inc., Foremost Farms, Valio Ltd, and DMK Group.

Growth Forecast Projected:

The Global Whey Protein Market is anticipated to rise at a considerable rate during the forecast period, between 2024 and 2031. In 2023, the market is growing at a steady rate, and with the rising adoption of strategies by key players, the market is expected to rise over the projected horizon.

Research Process:

Both primary and secondary data sources have been used in the global Whey Protein Market research report. During the research process, a wide range of industry-affecting factors are examined, including governmental regulations, market conditions, competitive levels, historical data, market situation, technological advancements, upcoming developments, in related businesses, as well as market volatility, prospects, potential barriers, and challenges.

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Key Segments:

➥ By Type: Whey Protein Concentrate (WPC), Whey Protein Isolate, Whey Protein Hydrolysate

➥ By Application: Dairy, Bakery, Dietary Supplements, Confectionery, Pharmaceuticals, Instant Formula

Regional Analysis for Whey Protein Market:

⇥ North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico)

⇥ Europe (U.K., Italy, Germany, Russia, France, Spain, The Netherlands and Rest of Europe)

⇥ Asia-Pacific (India, Japan, China, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia Rest of Asia Pacific)

⇥ South America (Colombia, Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America)

⇥ Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, U.A.E., South Africa, Rest of Middle East & Africa)

Benefits of the Report:

Chapter 1: Sets the stage by outlining the report's coverage, summarizing key market segments by region, product type, and application. Presents a snapshot of market sizes, growth potential across segments, and anticipated industry evolution both short and long term.

Chapter 2: Highlights pivotal market insights and uncovers the most significant emerging trends driving change within the industry.

Chapter 3: Offers an in-depth look at the competitive landscape among Whey Protein producers, including revenue shares, strategic moves, and recent mergers and acquisitions.

Chapter 4: Presents comprehensive profiles of the market's key players, delving into details such as revenue, profit margins, product portfolios, and company milestones.

Chapters 5 & 6: Analyze Whey Protein revenue at both regional and country levels, providing quantitative breakdowns of market sizes, growth opportunities, and development prospects worldwide.

Chapter 7: Focuses on different market segments by type, examining their individual sizes and potential, guiding readers toward high-impact, untapped market areas.

Chapter 8: Explores segmentation by application, evaluating industry growth potential in various downstream markets and pinpointing promising sectors for expansion.

Chapter 9: Provides a thorough review of the industry's supply chain mapping out both upstream and downstream activities.

Chapter 10: Concludes with a summary of the report's key findings and highlights the most critical takeaways for industry stakeholders.

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FAQ

Q: What is the growth rate of the Whey Protein Market?

A: The market is projected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2% during the forecast period from 2024 to 2031.

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