The North America Air-dried Food Market would witness market growth of 7.5% CAGR during the forecast period (2025-2032).
The US market dominated the North America Air-Dried Food Market by Country in 2024, and would continue to be a dominant market till 2032; thereby, achieving a market value of $47,880 million by 2032. The Canada market is experiencing a CAGR of 9.5% during (2025 - 2032). Additionally, The Mexico market would exhibit a CAGR of 8.8% during (2025 - 2032).

Air-dried food refers to products drying using natural or artificially controlled air to remove moisture while retaining most of their nutritional value, taste, and texture. Unlike freeze-drying or heat-drying methods, air drying is relatively simple and cost-effective, contributing to its growing acceptance in food processing.
In recent years, this market has experienced substantial development, which has been fueled by the growing demand for natural, minimally processed, and long-lasting food products and the changes in consumer preferences. In a time characterized by a heightened awareness of health and wellness and a fast-paced lifestyle, consumers are increasingly pursuing convenient food options that do not sacrifice quality or nutritional quality.
The market in North America is currently experiencing a substantial increase in demand, which is being driven by the changing preferences of consumers for more convenient and healthier food options. As more people become aware of the nutritional advantages of air-dried products, such as maintained natural tastes and prolonged shelf life, the market has seen a considerable shift from traditional preservation methods to air drying. The rise in health consciousness, combined with the growing popularity of protein-rich snacks and plant-based alternatives, has significantly contributed to the expansion of the air-dried food market in the region. The market is witnessing substantial growth in the United States, particularly in the high-protein snack segment. Meat sticks, for example, have become the fastest-growing snack category, with sales reaching approximately $3 billion. Consumers are motivated to pursue protein-rich, accessible alternatives that correspond with wellness and health trends. Additionally, the popularity of protein-packed snacks like air-dried jerky among fitness enthusiasts and athletes has propelled market growth. Hence, the region will present lucrative growth opportunities for the market throughout the forecast period.
Free Valuable Insights: The Air-Dried Food Market is Predict to reach USD 230.32 Billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 7.8%
Based on Application, the market is segmented into Commercial, and Household. Based on Form, the market is segmented into Powder & Granules, Chunks/Pieces, and Flakes. Based on Product, the market is segmented into Coffee Beans, Fruits & Vegetables, Meat, and Herbs. Based on countries, the market is segmented into U.S., Mexico, Canada, and Rest of North America.
List of Key Companies Profiled
- Dehydrates Inc.
- Berrifine A/S
- Nestle S.A.
- Thrive Life, LLC
- BCFoods, Inc.
- Silva International, Inc.
- Chelmer Foods Limited
- Colin Ingredients
- Seawind Foods
- Milne MicroDried
North America Air-Dried Food Market Report Segmentation
By Application
By Form
- Powder & Granules
- Chunks/Pieces
- Flakes
By Product
- Coffee Beans
- Fruits & Vegetables
- Meat
- Herbs
By Country
- US
- Canada
- Mexico
- Rest of North America
Chapter 1. Market Scope & Methodology
1.1 Market Definition
1.2 Objectives
1.3 Market Scope
1.4 Segmentation
1.4.1 North America Air-Dried Food Market, by Application
1.4.2 North America Air-Dried Food Market, by Form
1.4.3 North America Air-Dried Food Market, by Product
1.4.4 North America Air-Dried Food Market, by Country
1.5 Methodology for the research
Chapter 2. Market at a Glance
2.1 Key Highlights
Chapter 3. Market Overview
3.1 Introduction
3.1.1 Overview
3.1.1.1 Market Composition and Scenario
3.2 Key Factors Impacting the Market
3.2.1 Market Drivers
3.2.2 Market Restraints
3.2.3 Market Opportunities
3.2.4 Market Challenges
3.3 Porter Five Forces Analysis
Chapter 4. North America Air-Dried Food Market by Application
4.1 North America Commercial Market by Region
4.2 North America Household Market by Region
Chapter 5. North America Air-Dried Food Market by Form
5.1 North America Powder & Granules Market by Country
5.2 North America Chunks/Pieces Market by Country
5.3 North America Flakes Market by Country
Chapter 6. North America Air-Dried Food Market by Product
6.1 North America Coffee Beans Market by Country
6.2 North America Fruits & Vegetables Market by Country
6.3 North America Meat Market by Country
6.4 North America Herbs Market by Country
Chapter 7. North America Air-Dried Food Market by Country
7.1 US Air-Dried Food Market
7.1.1 US Air-Dried Food Market by Application
7.1.2 US Air-Dried Food Market by Form
7.1.3 US Air-Dried Food Market by Product
7.2 Canada Air-Dried Food Market
7.2.1 Canada Air-Dried Food Market by Application
7.2.2 Canada Air-Dried Food Market by Form
7.2.3 Canada Air-Dried Food Market by Product
7.3 Mexico Air-Dried Food Market
7.3.1 Mexico Air-Dried Food Market by Application
7.3.2 Mexico Air-Dried Food Market by Form
7.3.3 Mexico Air-Dried Food Market by Product
7.4 Rest of North America Air-Dried Food Market
7.4.1 Rest of North America Air-Dried Food Market by Application
7.4.2 Rest of North America Air-Dried Food Market by Form
7.4.3 Rest of North America Air-Dried Food Market by Product
Chapter 8. Company Profiles
8.1 Dehydrates Inc.
8.1.1 Company Overview
8.2 Berrifine A/S
8.2.1 Company Overview
8.3 Nestle S.A.
8.3.1 Company Overview
8.3.2 Financial Analysis
8.3.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
8.3.4 Research & Development Expenses
8.3.5 SWOT Analysis
8.4 Thrive Life, LLC
8.4.1 Company Overview
8.4.2 Recent strategies and developments:
8.4.2.1 Acquisition and Mergers:
8.5 BCFoods, Inc.
8.5.1 Company Overview
8.6 Silva International, Inc.
8.6.1 Company Overview
8.7 Chelmer Foods Limited
8.7.1 Company Overview
8.8 Colin Ingredients
8.8.1 Company Overview
8.9 Seawind Foods
8.9.1 Company Overview
8.10. Milne MicroDried
8.10.1 Company Overview
TABLE 1 North America Air-Dried Food Market, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 2 North America Air-Dried Food Market, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 3 North America Air-Dried Food Market by Application, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 4 North America Air-Dried Food Market by Application, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 5 North America Commercial Market by Region, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 6 North America Commercial Market by Region, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 7 North America Household Market by Region, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 8 North America Household Market by Region, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 9 North America Air-Dried Food Market by Form, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 10 North America Air-Dried Food Market by Form, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 11 North America Powder & Granules Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 12 North America Powder & Granules Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 13 North America Chunks/Pieces Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 14 North America Chunks/Pieces Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 15 North America Flakes Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 16 North America Flakes Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 17 North America Air-Dried Food Market by Product, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 18 North America Air-Dried Food Market by Product, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 19 North America Coffee Beans Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 20 North America Coffee Beans Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 21 North America Fruits & Vegetables Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 22 North America Fruits & Vegetables Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 23 North America Meat Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 24 North America Meat Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 25 North America Herbs Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 26 North America Herbs Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 27 North America Air-Dried Food Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 28 North America Air-Dried Food Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 29 US Air-Dried Food Market, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 30 US Air-Dried Food Market, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 31 US Air-Dried Food Market by Application, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 32 US Air-Dried Food Market by Application, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 33 US Air-Dried Food Market by Form, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 34 US Air-Dried Food Market by Form, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 35 US Air-Dried Food Market by Product, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 36 US Air-Dried Food Market by Product, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 37 Canada Air-Dried Food Market, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 38 Canada Air-Dried Food Market, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 39 Canada Air-Dried Food Market by Application, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 40 Canada Air-Dried Food Market by Application, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 41 Canada Air-Dried Food Market by Form, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 42 Canada Air-Dried Food Market by Form, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 43 Canada Air-Dried Food Market by Product, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 44 Canada Air-Dried Food Market by Product, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 45 Mexico Air-Dried Food Market, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 46 Mexico Air-Dried Food Market, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 47 Mexico Air-Dried Food Market by Application, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 48 Mexico Air-Dried Food Market by Application, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 49 Mexico Air-Dried Food Market by Form, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 50 Mexico Air-Dried Food Market by Form, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 51 Mexico Air-Dried Food Market by Product, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 52 Mexico Air-Dried Food Market by Product, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 53 Rest of North America Air-Dried Food Market, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 54 Rest of North America Air-Dried Food Market, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 55 Rest of North America Air-Dried Food Market by Application, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 56 Rest of North America Air-Dried Food Market by Application, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 57 Rest of North America Air-Dried Food Market by Form, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 58 Rest of North America Air-Dried Food Market by Form, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 59 Rest of North America Air-Dried Food Market by Product, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 60 Rest of North America Air-Dried Food Market by Product, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 61 Key Information – Dehydrates Inc.
TABLE 62 Key Information – Berrifine A/S
TABLE 63 Key Information – Nestle S.A.
TABLE 64 Key Information – Thrive Life, LLC
TABLE 65 Key Information – BCFoods, Inc.
TABLE 66 Key Information – Silva International, Inc.
TABLE 67 Key Information – Chelmer Foods Limited
TABLE 68 Key Information – Colin Ingredients
TABLE 69 Key Information – Seawind Foods
TABLE 70 Key Information – Milne MicroDried
List of Figures
FIG 1 Methodology for the research
FIG 2 North America Air-Dried Food Market, 2021 - 2032, USD Million
FIG 3 Key Factors Impacting Air-Dried Food Market
FIG 4 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis – Air-Dried Food Market
FIG 5 North America Air-Dried Food Market share by Application, 2024
FIG 6 North America Air-Dried Food Market share by Application, 2032
FIG 7 North America Air-Dried Food Market by Application, 2021 - 2032, USD Million
FIG 8 North America Air-Dried Food Market share by Form, 2024
FIG 9 North America Air-Dried Food Market share by Form, 2032
FIG 10 North America Air-Dried Food Market by Form, 2021 - 2032, USD Million
FIG 11 North America Air-Dried Food Market share by Product, 2024
FIG 12 North America Air-Dried Food Market share by Product, 2032
FIG 13 North America Air-Dried Food Market by Product, 2021 - 2032, USD Million
FIG 14 North America Air-Dried Food Market share by Country, 2024
FIG 15 North America Air-Dried Food Market share by Country, 2031
FIG 16 North America Air-Dried Food Market by Country, 2021 - 2032, USD Million
FIG 17 SWOT Analysis: Nestle S.A.