GITNUXREPORT 2026

Popcorn Industry Statistics

The global popcorn market is rapidly expanding, driven by increasing demand for healthy snacks.

Min-ji Park

Research Analyst focused on sustainability and consumer trends.

First published: Feb 13, 2026

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U.S. per capita popcorn consumption reached 54 quarts in 2023.

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Americans ate 17.3 billion quarts of popcorn in 2023, mostly at home.

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Movie theaters served 1.2 billion servings of popcorn in U.S. 2023.

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45% of U.S. adults consume popcorn weekly in 2023 surveys.

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Global per capita popcorn consumption averaged 0.15 kg in 2023.

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U.S. microwave popcorn consumption 28 quarts per person yearly 2023.

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70% of U.S. popcorn consumed plain or lightly salted in 2023.

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Europe popcorn consumption totaled 250,000 tons in 2023.

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Kids aged 6-12 consume 20% more popcorn than average U.S. 2023.

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U.S. women consume 60% of total popcorn volume in 2023.

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Cinema popcorn consumption per U.S. visit averaged 12 oz in 2023.

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Organic popcorn consumption up 18% in U.S. to 5 quarts/capita 2023.

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32% of global popcorn consumed as ready-to-eat snacks 2023.

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U.K. annual popcorn consumption 2.5 kg per person in 2023.

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U.S. flavored popcorn consumption rose to 22 quarts/capita 2023.

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55% of U.S. households bought popcorn monthly in 2023.

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Brazil popcorn consumption 1.8 kg/capita yearly 2023.

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U.S. evening snack time accounts for 65% popcorn consumption 2023.

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Gourmet popcorn consumption tripled in U.S. past decade to 2023.

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40% of U.S. popcorn eaten during sports events watching 2023.

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China popcorn consumption reached 150,000 tons in 2023.

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U.S. seniors over 65 consume 45 quarts/year popcorn 2023.

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Ready-to-eat popcorn 60% of U.K. consumption in 2023.

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U.S. vegan popcorn consumption up 25% to 8% market share 2023.

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Movie night home consumption 40% U.S. total popcorn 2023.

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Australia per capita popcorn 3.2 kg in 2023.

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U.S. low-calorie popcorn variants 15% consumption share 2023.

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Global cinema popcorn consumption 15% of total in 2023.

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U.S. Gen Z popcorn consumption 50 quarts/year average 2023.

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U.S. popcorn exports totaled 180,000 metric tons in 2023, valued at $250 million.

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Mexico imported 45,000 tons of U.S. popcorn kernels in 2023.

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China was top importer of popcorn at 120,000 tons globally in 2023.

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U.S. popcorn kernel exports to Europe reached 30,000 tons $40M in 2023.

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Turkey imported 25,000 tons popcorn from U.S. in 2023.

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Global popcorn trade volume 450,000 metric tons in 2023.

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Canada imported $120 million worth of popcorn from U.S. 2023.

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Argentina exported 50,000 tons popcorn kernels mainly to Europe 2023.

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U.S. popcorn imports minimal at 5,000 tons mostly specialty 2023.

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Japan popcorn imports totaled 18,000 tons $25M in 2023.

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France imported 12,000 tons U.S. popcorn for processing 2023.

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U.K. popcorn imports from non-EU $60M in 2023.

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Peru exported 10,000 tons popcorn to U.S. and Asia 2023.

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South Korea imported 15,000 tons popcorn kernels 2023.

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U.S. top export markets: Mexico 35%, China 28%, Canada 15% in 2023.

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Egypt imported 8,000 tons popcorn from Turkey/U.S. 2023.

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Global popcorn kernel export value $650 million in 2023.

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Poland popcorn exports 9,000 tons to Germany 2023.

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Australia imported 4,500 tons U.S. popcorn 2023.

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Brazil imported 6,000 tons specialty popcorn 2023.

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U.S. popcorn export growth 12% YoY to $250M in 2023.

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Spain imported 7,200 tons popcorn for cinemas 2023.

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India popcorn imports 3,000 tons organic varieties 2023.

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Netherlands re-exported 20,000 tons popcorn in EU 2023.

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U.S. yellow popcorn kernel exports 140,000 tons 2023.

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Russia imported 5,500 tons popcorn pre-2023 sanctions impact.

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Global top popcorn exporters: U.S. 40%, Argentina 12%, Turkey 10% 2023.

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Germany imported 22,000 tons popcorn 2023.

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U.S. white popcorn exports 40,000 tons specialty markets 2023.

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Microwave popcorn imports to Asia $100M in 2023.

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U.S. popcorn industry saw 25% rise in sustainable packaging adoption by 2023.

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Plant-based flavored popcorn launches increased 40% globally 2023.

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AI-optimized popcorn popping machines adopted by 15% U.S. processors 2023.

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Gourmet popcorn subscription boxes grew 35% in U.S. sales 2023.

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Low-sodium popcorn variants captured 22% market share 2023.

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Cinema chains introduced CBD-infused popcorn options in 10 U.S. states 2023.

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E-commerce popcorn sales surged 28% to 25% total U.S. market 2023.

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Butterfly popcorn hull-less hybrids developed by 5 major breeders 2023.

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Upcycled popcorn kernel byproducts used in 12% new food products 2023.

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NFCI (non-GMO) popcorn demand up 50% in Europe 2023.

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Popcorn vending machines installed in 2,000 U.S. airports 2023.

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Savory exotic flavors like sriracha-lime led 18 new launches 2023.

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Blockchain tracing implemented by 8% U.S. popcorn supply chains 2023.

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Air-popped popcorn health claims boosted sales 14% 2023.

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Popcorn-based protein snacks R&D funded $20M globally 2023.

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Zero-waste popcorn production certified mills rose to 20 in U.S. 2023.

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Metaverse virtual popcorn tasting events hosted by 5 brands 2023.

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High-fiber popcorn fortified with probiotics launched 10 SKUs 2023.

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Drone delivery popcorn pilots in 3 U.S. cities 2023.

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AR popcorn kernel selection apps downloaded 500K times 2023.

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Vegan butter alternatives for popcorn used by 30% brands 2023.

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Popcorn microgreens farming expanded 200 acres U.S. 2023.

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NFT popcorn collectibles sold $1M by top brands 2023.

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Precision agriculture in popcorn fields covered 40% U.S. acreage 2023.

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Glow-in-the-dark novelty popcorn patented 3 varieties 2023.

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Popcorn oil nano-emulsification improved shelf life 50% 2023 study.

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Direct-to-consumer popcorn brands grew 45% revenue 2023.

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Biodegradable popcorn bags adopted by 65% U.S. cinema chains 2023.

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Lab-grown popcorn flavor enhancers trialed by 2 firms 2023.

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Social media popcorn challenges generated 10B views 2023.

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Smart popcorn makers with app control sold 1.2M units 2023.

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The global popcorn market size was valued at USD 1.15 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow to USD 1.95 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 7.8% driven by increasing demand for healthy snacks.

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In the United States, the popcorn industry generated $1.62 billion in revenue in 2023, marking a 4.5% increase from the previous year.

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The North American popcorn market accounted for 42% of the global market share in 2023, valued at approximately USD 480 million.

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Europe's popcorn market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.9% from 2024 to 2030, reaching USD 350 million by the end of the period.

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The ready-to-eat popcorn segment dominated the market with a 55% share in 2023, valued at USD 630 million globally.

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Asia-Pacific popcorn market grew by 9.2% in 2023, driven by urbanization and cinema expansions, reaching USD 220 million.

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U.S. microwave popcorn market revenue hit $850 million in 2023, comprising 52% of total U.S. popcorn sales.

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The organic popcorn market worldwide was valued at $180 million in 2023, expected to double by 2028 at 11% CAGR.

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In 2023, the flavored popcorn segment contributed 38% to global market revenue, totaling $440 million.

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Latin America's popcorn market size reached $120 million in 2023, with Brazil leading at 45% regional share.

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Global popcorn production market valued at $950 million in 2023, projected to $1.6 billion by 2029.

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U.S. cinema popcorn sales revenue was $450 million in 2023, recovering 15% post-pandemic.

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The premium popcorn market in the U.S. grew 12% in 2023 to $320 million.

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Worldwide, the popcorn snacks market hit $1.1 billion in 2023, with 8% YoY growth.

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Canada's popcorn market size was CAD 250 million in 2023, up 5.8% from 2022.

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The butter popcorn segment held 28% global market share in 2023, valued at $320 million.

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Global home popcorn consumption market reached $680 million in 2023.

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U.S. retail popcorn sales surged 7% to $1.1 billion in 2023.

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The gourmet popcorn market globally valued at $250 million in 2023, CAGR 10.5% forecast.

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Middle East & Africa popcorn market grew to $80 million in 2023 at 6.2% CAGR.

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U.S. popcorn industry employed 12,500 people in 2023, generating $1.6B revenue.

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Global pre-popped popcorn market size $420 million in 2023, 9% growth expected.

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Australia's popcorn market valued at AUD 120 million in 2023.

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The sweet popcorn segment global value $290 million in 2023.

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U.S. online popcorn sales reached $180 million in 2023, up 22%.

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Global popcorn machinery market $150 million in 2023.

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India's popcorn market size $45 million in 2023, 15% CAGR projected.

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U.K. popcorn market revenue £95 million in 2023.

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Savory popcorn global market $380 million in 2023.

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Global popcorn market CAGR 2023-2030 at 7.5%, per Allied Market Research.

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U.S. annual popcorn production reached 18 billion quarts in 2023.

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Nebraska produced 35% of U.S. popcorn in 2023, totaling 6.3 billion quarts.

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Global popcorn kernel production was 1.2 million metric tons in 2023.

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U.S. farms growing popcorn numbered 12,000 in 2023, average farm size 250 acres.

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Indiana popcorn production hit 4.2 billion quarts in 2023, 23% of national total.

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Yield per acre for U.S. popcorn averaged 48 bushels in 2023.

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Illinois contributed 2.8 billion quarts of popcorn production in 2023.

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Organic popcorn production in U.S. grew to 150 million pounds in 2023.

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Global leading popcorn producer U.S. output 850,000 metric tons in 2023.

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Ohio popcorn farms produced 1.9 billion quarts in 2023 on 8,500 acres.

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Mexico popcorn production reached 120,000 metric tons in 2023.

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U.S. popcorn acreage harvested totaled 285,000 acres in 2023.

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Argentina exported 45,000 tons of popcorn kernels in 2023 from production of 90,000 tons.

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Kansas popcorn production was 1.1 billion quarts in 2023.

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China domestic popcorn production 200,000 metric tons in 2023.

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U.S. hybrid popcorn seed production supported 95% of crop in 2023.

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Turkey produced 65,000 tons of popcorn in 2023, mainly for export.

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U.S. popcorn processing plants numbered 45 in 2023, capacity 20B quarts/year.

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France popcorn production 25,000 tons in 2023 from 12,000 hectares.

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Iowa popcorn output 850 million quarts in 2023 on 4,200 acres.

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Global popcorn yield average 3.5 tons/hectare in 2023.

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U.S. white popcorn production 15% of total, 2.7B quarts in 2023.

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Egypt popcorn production 40,000 tons in 2023.

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Missouri popcorn farms yielded 900 million quarts in 2023.

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U.S. popcorn storage capacity 500 million bushels in 2023.

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South Africa production 18,000 tons popcorn kernels 2023.

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U.S. mushroom popcorn variety production 1.2B quarts 2023.

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Poland popcorn output 22,000 tons in 2023.

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U.S. butterfly popcorn dominant at 85% production share 2023.

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Peru production 15,000 metric tons popcorn 2023.

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U.S. average popcorn farm revenue $450,000 in 2023.

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Driven by a staggering global market value of $1.15 billion and climbing, the popcorn industry is exploding with innovation and flavor, proving this classic snack is far more than just a movie theater staple.

Key Takeaways

The global popcorn market size was valued at USD 1.15 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow to USD 1.95 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 7.8% driven by increasing demand for healthy snacks.
In the United States, the popcorn industry generated $1.62 billion in revenue in 2023, marking a 4.5% increase from the previous year.
The North American popcorn market accounted for 42% of the global market share in 2023, valued at approximately USD 480 million.
U.S. annual popcorn production reached 18 billion quarts in 2023.
Nebraska produced 35% of U.S. popcorn in 2023, totaling 6.3 billion quarts.
Global popcorn kernel production was 1.2 million metric tons in 2023.
U.S. per capita popcorn consumption reached 54 quarts in 2023.
Americans ate 17.3 billion quarts of popcorn in 2023, mostly at home.
Movie theaters served 1.2 billion servings of popcorn in U.S. 2023.
U.S. popcorn exports totaled 180,000 metric tons in 2023, valued at $250 million.
Mexico imported 45,000 tons of U.S. popcorn kernels in 2023.
China was top importer of popcorn at 120,000 tons globally in 2023.
U.S. popcorn industry saw 25% rise in sustainable packaging adoption by 2023.
Plant-based flavored popcorn launches increased 40% globally 2023.
AI-optimized popcorn popping machines adopted by 15% U.S. processors 2023.

The global popcorn market is rapidly expanding, driven by increasing demand for healthy snacks.

Consumption Patterns

U.S. per capita popcorn consumption reached 54 quarts in 2023.
Americans ate 17.3 billion quarts of popcorn in 2023, mostly at home.
Movie theaters served 1.2 billion servings of popcorn in U.S. 2023.
45% of U.S. adults consume popcorn weekly in 2023 surveys.
Global per capita popcorn consumption averaged 0.15 kg in 2023.
U.S. microwave popcorn consumption 28 quarts per person yearly 2023.
70% of U.S. popcorn consumed plain or lightly salted in 2023.
Europe popcorn consumption totaled 250,000 tons in 2023.
Kids aged 6-12 consume 20% more popcorn than average U.S. 2023.
U.S. women consume 60% of total popcorn volume in 2023.
Cinema popcorn consumption per U.S. visit averaged 12 oz in 2023.
Organic popcorn consumption up 18% in U.S. to 5 quarts/capita 2023.
32% of global popcorn consumed as ready-to-eat snacks 2023.
U.K. annual popcorn consumption 2.5 kg per person in 2023.
U.S. flavored popcorn consumption rose to 22 quarts/capita 2023.
55% of U.S. households bought popcorn monthly in 2023.
Brazil popcorn consumption 1.8 kg/capita yearly 2023.
U.S. evening snack time accounts for 65% popcorn consumption 2023.
Gourmet popcorn consumption tripled in U.S. past decade to 2023.
40% of U.S. popcorn eaten during sports events watching 2023.
China popcorn consumption reached 150,000 tons in 2023.
U.S. seniors over 65 consume 45 quarts/year popcorn 2023.
Ready-to-eat popcorn 60% of U.K. consumption in 2023.
U.S. vegan popcorn consumption up 25% to 8% market share 2023.
Movie night home consumption 40% U.S. total popcorn 2023.
Australia per capita popcorn 3.2 kg in 2023.
U.S. low-calorie popcorn variants 15% consumption share 2023.
Global cinema popcorn consumption 15% of total in 2023.
U.S. Gen Z popcorn consumption 50 quarts/year average 2023.

Consumption Patterns Interpretation

The United States is a popcorn republic, where our national identity is buttered and lightly salted, consumed mainly on the couch but still ritually oversized at the movies, while the rest of the world politely snacks by the gram.

Export and Import Data

U.S. popcorn exports totaled 180,000 metric tons in 2023, valued at $250 million.
Mexico imported 45,000 tons of U.S. popcorn kernels in 2023.
China was top importer of popcorn at 120,000 tons globally in 2023.
U.S. popcorn kernel exports to Europe reached 30,000 tons $40M in 2023.
Turkey imported 25,000 tons popcorn from U.S. in 2023.
Global popcorn trade volume 450,000 metric tons in 2023.
Canada imported $120 million worth of popcorn from U.S. 2023.
Argentina exported 50,000 tons popcorn kernels mainly to Europe 2023.
U.S. popcorn imports minimal at 5,000 tons mostly specialty 2023.
Japan popcorn imports totaled 18,000 tons $25M in 2023.
France imported 12,000 tons U.S. popcorn for processing 2023.
U.K. popcorn imports from non-EU $60M in 2023.
Peru exported 10,000 tons popcorn to U.S. and Asia 2023.
South Korea imported 15,000 tons popcorn kernels 2023.
U.S. top export markets: Mexico 35%, China 28%, Canada 15% in 2023.
Egypt imported 8,000 tons popcorn from Turkey/U.S. 2023.
Global popcorn kernel export value $650 million in 2023.
Poland popcorn exports 9,000 tons to Germany 2023.
Australia imported 4,500 tons U.S. popcorn 2023.
Brazil imported 6,000 tons specialty popcorn 2023.
U.S. popcorn export growth 12% YoY to $250M in 2023.
Spain imported 7,200 tons popcorn for cinemas 2023.
India popcorn imports 3,000 tons organic varieties 2023.
Netherlands re-exported 20,000 tons popcorn in EU 2023.
U.S. yellow popcorn kernel exports 140,000 tons 2023.
Russia imported 5,500 tons popcorn pre-2023 sanctions impact.
Global top popcorn exporters: U.S. 40%, Argentina 12%, Turkey 10% 2023.
Germany imported 22,000 tons popcorn 2023.
U.S. white popcorn exports 40,000 tons specialty markets 2023.
Microwave popcorn imports to Asia $100M in 2023.

Export and Import Data Interpretation

America clearly runs the movie snack game, with the U.S. commanding 40% of the global popcorn trade and its $250 million in exports proving that while we may occasionally argue over politics, the world remains deliciously united in its craving for our buttery kernels.

Industry Trends and Innovations

U.S. popcorn industry saw 25% rise in sustainable packaging adoption by 2023.
Plant-based flavored popcorn launches increased 40% globally 2023.
AI-optimized popcorn popping machines adopted by 15% U.S. processors 2023.
Gourmet popcorn subscription boxes grew 35% in U.S. sales 2023.
Low-sodium popcorn variants captured 22% market share 2023.
Cinema chains introduced CBD-infused popcorn options in 10 U.S. states 2023.
E-commerce popcorn sales surged 28% to 25% total U.S. market 2023.
Butterfly popcorn hull-less hybrids developed by 5 major breeders 2023.
Upcycled popcorn kernel byproducts used in 12% new food products 2023.
NFCI (non-GMO) popcorn demand up 50% in Europe 2023.
Popcorn vending machines installed in 2,000 U.S. airports 2023.
Savory exotic flavors like sriracha-lime led 18 new launches 2023.
Blockchain tracing implemented by 8% U.S. popcorn supply chains 2023.
Air-popped popcorn health claims boosted sales 14% 2023.
Popcorn-based protein snacks R&D funded $20M globally 2023.
Zero-waste popcorn production certified mills rose to 20 in U.S. 2023.
Metaverse virtual popcorn tasting events hosted by 5 brands 2023.
High-fiber popcorn fortified with probiotics launched 10 SKUs 2023.
Drone delivery popcorn pilots in 3 U.S. cities 2023.
AR popcorn kernel selection apps downloaded 500K times 2023.
Vegan butter alternatives for popcorn used by 30% brands 2023.
Popcorn microgreens farming expanded 200 acres U.S. 2023.
NFT popcorn collectibles sold $1M by top brands 2023.
Precision agriculture in popcorn fields covered 40% U.S. acreage 2023.
Glow-in-the-dark novelty popcorn patented 3 varieties 2023.
Popcorn oil nano-emulsification improved shelf life 50% 2023 study.
Direct-to-consumer popcorn brands grew 45% revenue 2023.
Biodegradable popcorn bags adopted by 65% U.S. cinema chains 2023.
Lab-grown popcorn flavor enhancers trialed by 2 firms 2023.
Social media popcorn challenges generated 10B views 2023.
Smart popcorn makers with app control sold 1.2M units 2023.

Industry Trends and Innovations Interpretation

While we were distracted by glow-in-the-dark novelty popcorn and CBD-infused cinema snacks, the popcorn industry soberly engineered a full-spectrum takeover, optimizing its fields with AI and blockchain, seducing our health-conscious and planet-loving sides with sustainable packaging and probiotic fortification, and ultimately ensuring that whether we buy it from an airport vending machine, a gourmet subscription box, or via drone delivery, our snack is now a meticulously tracked, ethically sourced, and algorithmically perfect kernel of modern life.

Market Size and Growth

The global popcorn market size was valued at USD 1.15 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow to USD 1.95 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 7.8% driven by increasing demand for healthy snacks.
In the United States, the popcorn industry generated $1.62 billion in revenue in 2023, marking a 4.5% increase from the previous year.
The North American popcorn market accounted for 42% of the global market share in 2023, valued at approximately USD 480 million.
Europe's popcorn market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.9% from 2024 to 2030, reaching USD 350 million by the end of the period.
The ready-to-eat popcorn segment dominated the market with a 55% share in 2023, valued at USD 630 million globally.
Asia-Pacific popcorn market grew by 9.2% in 2023, driven by urbanization and cinema expansions, reaching USD 220 million.
U.S. microwave popcorn market revenue hit $850 million in 2023, comprising 52% of total U.S. popcorn sales.
The organic popcorn market worldwide was valued at $180 million in 2023, expected to double by 2028 at 11% CAGR.
In 2023, the flavored popcorn segment contributed 38% to global market revenue, totaling $440 million.
Latin America's popcorn market size reached $120 million in 2023, with Brazil leading at 45% regional share.
Global popcorn production market valued at $950 million in 2023, projected to $1.6 billion by 2029.
U.S. cinema popcorn sales revenue was $450 million in 2023, recovering 15% post-pandemic.
The premium popcorn market in the U.S. grew 12% in 2023 to $320 million.
Worldwide, the popcorn snacks market hit $1.1 billion in 2023, with 8% YoY growth.
Canada's popcorn market size was CAD 250 million in 2023, up 5.8% from 2022.
The butter popcorn segment held 28% global market share in 2023, valued at $320 million.
Global home popcorn consumption market reached $680 million in 2023.
U.S. retail popcorn sales surged 7% to $1.1 billion in 2023.
The gourmet popcorn market globally valued at $250 million in 2023, CAGR 10.5% forecast.
Middle East & Africa popcorn market grew to $80 million in 2023 at 6.2% CAGR.
U.S. popcorn industry employed 12,500 people in 2023, generating $1.6B revenue.
Global pre-popped popcorn market size $420 million in 2023, 9% growth expected.
Australia's popcorn market valued at AUD 120 million in 2023.
The sweet popcorn segment global value $290 million in 2023.
U.S. online popcorn sales reached $180 million in 2023, up 22%.
Global popcorn machinery market $150 million in 2023.
India's popcorn market size $45 million in 2023, 15% CAGR projected.
U.K. popcorn market revenue £95 million in 2023.
Savory popcorn global market $380 million in 2023.
Global popcorn market CAGR 2023-2030 at 7.5%, per Allied Market Research.

Market Size and Growth Interpretation

Despite America's scandalous hold on nearly half the world's popcorn profits—fueled by a microwave-ready populace and cinephiles with buttery fingers—the globe is steadily joining the snack fight, proving that healthy, flavored, and gourmet kernels are popping off in every time zone.

Production Statistics

U.S. annual popcorn production reached 18 billion quarts in 2023.
Nebraska produced 35% of U.S. popcorn in 2023, totaling 6.3 billion quarts.
Global popcorn kernel production was 1.2 million metric tons in 2023.
U.S. farms growing popcorn numbered 12,000 in 2023, average farm size 250 acres.
Indiana popcorn production hit 4.2 billion quarts in 2023, 23% of national total.
Yield per acre for U.S. popcorn averaged 48 bushels in 2023.
Illinois contributed 2.8 billion quarts of popcorn production in 2023.
Organic popcorn production in U.S. grew to 150 million pounds in 2023.
Global leading popcorn producer U.S. output 850,000 metric tons in 2023.
Ohio popcorn farms produced 1.9 billion quarts in 2023 on 8,500 acres.
Mexico popcorn production reached 120,000 metric tons in 2023.
U.S. popcorn acreage harvested totaled 285,000 acres in 2023.
Argentina exported 45,000 tons of popcorn kernels in 2023 from production of 90,000 tons.
Kansas popcorn production was 1.1 billion quarts in 2023.
China domestic popcorn production 200,000 metric tons in 2023.
U.S. hybrid popcorn seed production supported 95% of crop in 2023.
Turkey produced 65,000 tons of popcorn in 2023, mainly for export.
U.S. popcorn processing plants numbered 45 in 2023, capacity 20B quarts/year.
France popcorn production 25,000 tons in 2023 from 12,000 hectares.
Iowa popcorn output 850 million quarts in 2023 on 4,200 acres.
Global popcorn yield average 3.5 tons/hectare in 2023.
U.S. white popcorn production 15% of total, 2.7B quarts in 2023.
Egypt popcorn production 40,000 tons in 2023.
Missouri popcorn farms yielded 900 million quarts in 2023.
U.S. popcorn storage capacity 500 million bushels in 2023.
South Africa production 18,000 tons popcorn kernels 2023.
U.S. mushroom popcorn variety production 1.2B quarts 2023.
Poland popcorn output 22,000 tons in 2023.
U.S. butterfly popcorn dominant at 85% production share 2023.
Peru production 15,000 metric tons popcorn 2023.
U.S. average popcorn farm revenue $450,000 in 2023.

Production Statistics Interpretation

The United States holds such a dominant and meticulously engineered grip on the global popcorn supply chain—from Nebraska’s staggering fields to hyper-efficient processing plants—that it's a wonder the rest of the world’s bowl isn’t just filled by FedEx.

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