PUBLISHER: SPER Market Research Pvt. Ltd. | PRODUCT CODE: 1265382
PUBLISHER: SPER Market Research Pvt. Ltd. | PRODUCT CODE: 1265382
According to SPER Market Research, the Middle East and Africa Stevia Market is estimated to reach USD 0.05 billion by 2032 with a CAGR of 10.56%.
Stevia is a sweetener derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant. It is a natural sweetener that is much sweeter than sugar but has virtually no calories, making it a popular alternative to sugar and artificial sweeteners. Stevia has been used for centuries in South America and is now widely available around the world in various forms, including liquid drops, powder, and tablets. It can be used in cooking, baking, and beverages, and is often marketed as a healthier alternative to sugar due to its low glycemic index and lack of calories.
In Middle East and Africa Stevia Market has grown rapidly in recent years and is expected to expand with a CAGR of 10.56% in the future and is forecasted to reach USD 10.56 billion by 2032. Several key factors are responsible for the expansion of this industry. Some of the main factors are Increasing consumer demand for natural and low-calorie sweeteners, Growing awareness of the health benefits of stevia, Rising demand for packaged food and beverages, Government initiatives to promote healthy lifestyles, Increased availability and accessibility of stevia products.
Regardless of several opportunities in Middle East and Africa Stevia Market, there are several challenges that the market players are facing in this sector. Limited awareness and understanding of stevia, availability of cheaper artificial sweeteners, limited availability of stevia products, regulatory issues, taste preferences are some of the main challenges which the companies face in this industry. Artificial sweeteners like aspartame and saccharin are widely available and are often cheaper than stevia, making them more appealing to cost-conscious consumers.
The COVID-19 pandemic had a mixed impact on the Middle East and Africa stevia market. Increased demand for healthy and natural products, including stevia, drove sales of stevia-based products such as packaged food and beverages, and dietary supplements. However, supply chain disruptions and logistic challenges impacted availability and distribution, leading to price fluctuations and difficulties in meeting consumer demand.