- The processed mushrooms market is expanding as consumer interest in plant-based diets rises, with mushrooms becoming a popular meat alternative in vegetarian and vegan dishes
- For instance, Impossible Burger’s mushroom-based patties or plant-based pizza toppings at major pizzerias such as Domino's
- Health-conscious eating habits are fuelling the demand for mushrooms, as they are rich in essential nutrients such as vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber, making them a preferred ingredient in wellness-focused recipes such as mushroom-based soups and fresh salads
- Advanced processing techniques, such as improved drying and canning methods, ensure that processed mushrooms maintain their quality and flavour, allowing products to have longer shelf lives and be available throughout the year
- For instance, dried shiitake mushrooms used in gourmet foods by brands such as Whole Foods Market
- The growth of online retail platforms, such as Amazon and specialty food stores such as Thrive Market, has made processed mushrooms more accessible to a global audience, offering consumers a wide variety of options, including mushroom powders, canned mushrooms, and ready-to-eat mushroom snacks
- The food service industry, including restaurants, hotels, and catering services, increasingly uses processed mushrooms in dishes such as mushroom soups, sauces, and vegetarian entres, further driving the demand for processed mushroom products
