Food Pathogen Testing Market Size

Food Pathogen Testing Market Size

Food Pathogen Testing Market size exceeded USD 5 billion in 2022 and is projected to expand at more than 7.5% CAGR from 2023 to 2032.

An increase in foodborne illness outbreaks worldwide will drive the demand for food pathogen testing solutions. These illnesses are often a result of consuming contaminated food items containing toxins, parasites, viruses, chemicals, etc. According to reports, Salmonella was one of the most frequent causes of foodborne illness outbreaks in the year 2021, which accounted for 19.3% of the total cases.

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A high prevalence of foodborne illnesses across North America could shape market trends. Based on data from the US FDA, there are about 48 million cases of foodborne illness recorded in the country each year. The report further indicates that 1 in 6 Americans become sick from contaminated food, which results in around 128,000 hospitalizations & 3,000 deaths.

The lack of awareness about food and safety norms may hamper the industry growth. New programs are initiated to create awareness regarding food safety among manufacturers, distributors and consumers. For instance, in December 2020, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) launched food awareness programs by using food safety on wheels. Such developments will improve the food and safety measures that companies take, further ensuring customers confidence and boosting product sales.