Japan Mycelium-Based Meat Alternatives Market Expands at 13.20% CAGR as Ultra-Low-Emission Proteins, Fermentation Innovation & Clean-Label Demand Accelerate Adoption

Leander, Texas and Tokyo, Japan - Jan.12.2026
As per DataM Intelligence research report "Mycelium-Based Meat Alternatives Market reached US$ 971.25 million in 2024 and is expected to reach US$ 2,592.78 million by 2032, growing with a CAGR of 13.20% from 2025 to 2032." Rising consumer demand for sustainable, clean-label, and ultra-low-emission protein sources, technological advancements in fermentation, government support for alternative proteins, and integration into food supply chains are fueling growth in the mycelium-based meat alternatives market.

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Japan: Recent Industry Developments
✅ In August 2025, Yukiguni Maitake launched its "Mushroom Meat" series using maitake fibers for meat-like texture, including variants with sauces and rice seasoning, which sold out quickly and became available nationwide.
✅ In June 2025, Japan's Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries (MAFF) introduced new subsidies to support companies producing or importing alternative proteins, including mycoprotein, as part of the Food Tech Roadmap to reduce meat reliance.
✅ In 2025, Ongoing R&D and fermentation advancements aligned with Japan's functional foods outlook, promoting mycelium-based products for sustainability and health benefits.

United States: Recent Industry Developments
✅ In November 2025, Meati Foods launched Carne Asada, a marinated mycelium-based ready-to-cook product, expanding its portfolio with authentic flavors and textures.
✅ In July 2025, Beyond Meat debuted a mycelium-based whole-cut steak filet, targeting premium clean-label demand in healthy restaurant chains.
✅ In March 2025, MyForest Foods expanded its production facility to 180,000 sq ft with USDA grants and loans, scaling MyBacon output to ~20,000 lbs/week and planning new products like mushroom-pulled-pork.

Mycelium-Based Meat Alternatives Market: Drivers
The mycelium-based meat alternatives market is driven by growing consumer preference for sustainable, eco-friendly, and clean-label proteins amid concerns over animal agriculture's environmental impact. Technological advancements in vertical fermentation and biomass production improve scalability and texture mimicry. Government funding (e.g., USDA grants, EU projects), regulatory support for organic certification, and rising adoption in flexitarian/vegan diets further accelerate momentum, supported by mycelium's low resource use, high protein content, and neutral flavor profile.

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Mycelium-Based Meat Alternatives Market: Major Players
Meati, Inc., Prime Roots, Inc., Nature's Fynd, Inc., MyForest Foods Co., Adamo Foods Ltd., ENOUGH Foods Inc., Mycorena AB, The Better Meat Co., Inc., Bosque Foods, Inc., Quorn Foods Ltd.

Segment Covered in the Mycelium-Based Meat Alternatives Market:
By Product Type
Burger Patties, Nuggets, Sausages, Fillets, Ground Meat, Others.
By Source
Fungi, Mushrooms, Others.
By Category
Frozen, Fresh, Ready-to-eat.
By Application
Meat Substitutes, Food Additives, Pharmaceuticals, Biomaterials, Others.

Regional Analysis
North America - Dominant Share
North America leads with ~28% market share in 2024, driven by strong consumer demand for sustainable proteins, USDA support, major company expansions, and innovation in mycelium fermentation.
Asia Pacific - Fastest-Growing
Asia Pacific expands rapidly with rising vegan/flexitarian trends, food security focus, investments in fermentation tech, and adoption in populous markets like China and India.
Europe - Significant Share
Europe grows with EU-funded projects, sustainability regulations, and trials integrating mycelium into foodservice and bakery.
South America - Gradual Growth
South America shows steady progress amid emerging interest in alternative proteins.
Middle East & Africa - Emerging Growth
Middle East & Africa rises with growing awareness of sustainable food options.

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