Garlic Global Market Report 2026

Garlic, scientifically termed Allium sativum, belongs to the onion genus Allium. Recognized for its strong aroma and distinct flavor, it owes its characteristics to numerous sulfur compounds, notably allicin, which contribute to its signature scent and potential health benefits. Widely embraced in global culinary traditions, garlic also holds a place in traditional medicine and herbal remedies for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.

The primary types of garlic are hardneck garlic and softneck garlic. Hardneck garlic is distinguished by its formation of a hard, woody stem at its center. Available in various forms such as fresh, dehydrated, frozen, preserved, or canned, it finds application in diverse culinary creations including soups, sauces, dressings, snacks, bakery products, fast-food offerings, meat, poultry, and more.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs on agricultural commodities and processed food ingredients are increasing production and import costs across fresh, dehydrated, and preserved garlic categories, creating pricing pressures for manufacturers and distributors. These tariffs most significantly affect regions dependent on cross-border sourcing, particularly Asia-Pacific and Europe, along with segments such as fresh garlic and dehydrated garlic used in large-scale food processing. While the added costs challenge market competitiveness, they also encourage domestic cultivation, investment in local processing capacity, and diversification of sourcing to reduce exposure to trade disruptions.

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The garlic market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $23.58 billion in 2025 to $24.91 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to traditional culinary usage, rising household consumption, early adoption in herbal medicine, growth in small-scale farming, increasing use in preserved food products.

The garlic market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $30.12 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expansion of functional food formulations, rising demand for clean-label ingredients, growth in processed food manufacturing, increasing health-oriented consumer preferences, scaling of commercial garlic cultivation. Major trends in the forecast period include growing demand for functional foods, rising adoption of natural flavoring agents, expansion of herbal and traditional remedies, increased use of dehydrated garlic in processed foods, premiumization of specialty garlic varieties.

The growing popularity of organic and natural food products is expected to drive the growth of the garlic market in the coming years. Organic and natural food products are those produced without synthetic chemicals, pesticides, or genetically modified organisms (GMOs), and they are minimally processed and free from artificial additives. The demand for organic and natural foods is increasing due to several factors, including rising health awareness among consumers and a growing demand for transparency in the food supply chain. Garlic offers a strong, natural flavor without the need for artificial additives or flavor enhancers. Additionally, garlic cultivation aligns well with organic farming practices, which prioritize soil health, biodiversity, and sustainability. For example, in May 2024, according to the Organic Trade Association, a US-based organization focused on the organic industry, U.S. sales of certified organic products in 2023 reached nearly $70 billion. The total dollar sales for the American organic market amounted to $69.7 billion, representing a 3.4% increase compared to the previous year. Consequently, the rising popularity of organic and natural food products is fueling the growth of the garlic market.

Leading companies in the garlic market are intensifying their efforts to develop innovative products, such as standardized aged garlic extracts, to enhance their competitive position. Standardized aged garlic extracts are derived from garlic that has undergone aging to reduce its pungency while increasing the bioavailability of beneficial compounds, often containing specified amounts of key active ingredients like S-allyl cysteine (SAC). For example, in November 2023, Sabinsa Corp., a US-based manufacturer of herbal extracts and specialty fine chemicals, introduced a new aged garlic ingredient standardized to contain 0.5% S-allyl cysteine (SAC), known for its cardiovascular health benefits. This targets manufacturers in the cardiovascular health supplement industry, addressing consumer concerns about the strong odor associated with fresh garlic while providing the benefits of aged garlic.

In March 2023, Diplomat Holdings Ltd., an Israel-based supply chain management company, acquired a 51% stake in Garlic & Herbs Dorot Agricultural Cooperation Ltd. for $28 million. This acquisition positions Diplomat Holdings to bolster its presence in the food industry and broaden its product portfolio. Garlic & Herbs Dorot Agricultural Cooperation Ltd., based in Israel, specializes in providing frozen garlic.

Major companies operating in the garlic market are The Spice Hunter Inc., Ajinomoto Co. Inc., McCormick And Company Inc., Daesang Corporation, The Hain Celestial Group Inc., Dabur India Ltd., Eastern Condiments Pvt. Ltd., Nilon's Enterprises Pvt. Ltd., C.F. Sauer Company, ADF Foods Ltd., Cremica Food Industries Ltd., MTR Foods Pvt Ltd., The Garlic Company LLC, Italian Rose Garlic Products Inc., Gedney Foods Company, Morton And Bassett Spices LLC, Veeba Food Services Pvt. Ltd., Atmiya International, California Garlic Company, Filaree Garlic Farm, Mcfadden Farm, Monterey Bay Spice Company Inc., South West Garlic Farm

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the garlic market in 2025. It is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the garlic market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the garlic market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain

The garlic market consists of sales of fresh garlic bulbs, garlic cloves, garlic powder, garlic paste, garlic oil, and various processed garlic products, including minced garlic, chopped garlic, and garlic puree. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

Garlic Market Global Report 2026 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses garlic market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.

• The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
• The supply chain analysis section provides an overview of the entire value chain, including key raw materials, resources, and supplier analysis. It also provides a list competitor at each level of the supply chain.
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• The regulatory and investment landscape section provides an overview of the key regulatory frameworks, regularity bodies, associations, and government policies influencing the market. It also examines major investment flows, incentives, and funding trends shaping industry growth and innovation.
• The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
• The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
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• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
• The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
• Expanded geographical coverage includes Taiwan and Southeast Asia, reflecting recent supply chain realignments and manufacturing shifts in the region. This section analyzes how these markets are becoming increasingly important hubs in the global value chain.
• The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
• The company scoring matrix section evaluates and ranks leading companies based on a multi-parameter framework that includes market share or revenues, product innovation, and brand recognition.

Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Type: Hardneck Garlic; Softneck Garlic
• 2) By Form: Fresh; Dehydrated; Frozen; Preserved Or Canned
• 3) By Application: Culinary; Soups, Sauces, And Dressings; Snacks And Convenience Food; Bakery Products; Fast Food Restaurant Chains; Meat And Poultry Products; Other Applications
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Hardneck Garlic: Purple Stripe Garlic; Rocambole Garlic; Creole Garlic; Porcelain Garlic
• 2) By Softneck Garlic: Artichoke Garlic; Silverskin Garlic; Creole Garlic; Purple Stripe Garlic
• Companies Mentioned: The Spice Hunter Inc.; Ajinomoto Co. Inc.; McCormick And Company Inc.; Daesang Corporation; The Hain Celestial Group Inc.; Dabur India Ltd.; Eastern Condiments Pvt. Ltd.; Nilon's Enterprises Pvt. Ltd.; C.F. Sauer Company; ADF Foods Ltd.; Cremica Food Industries Ltd.; MTR Foods Pvt Ltd.; The Garlic Company LLC; Italian Rose Garlic Products Inc.; Gedney Foods Company; Morton And Bassett Spices LLC; Veeba Food Services Pvt. Ltd.; Atmiya International; California Garlic Company; Filaree Garlic Farm; Mcfadden Farm; Monterey Bay Spice Company Inc.; South West Garlic Farm
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
• Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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