Global Feed Additives Market Growth, Share, Size, Trends and Forecast (2025 - 2031)

By Type;

Amino Acids Phosphates, Vitamins, Acidifiers, Carotenoids Enzymes, Flavors & Sweeteners, Antibiotics, and Others

By Category;

Conventional and Organic

By Form;

Dry and Liquid

By Source;

Natural and Synthetic

By Animal Type;

Ruminants, Swine, Poultry, and Others

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn671660515 Published Date: May, 2025 Updated Date: June, 2025

Feed Additives Market Overview

Feed Additives Market (USD Million)

Feed Additives Market was valued at USD 44,971.02 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 66,291.47 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.7%.


Global Feed Additives Market Growth, Share, Size, Trends and Forecast

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 5.7 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)5.7 %
Market Size (2024)USD 44,971.02 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 66,291.47 Million
Market ConcentrationMedium
Report Pages339
44,971.02
2024
66,291.47
2031

Major Players

  • Adisseo
  • Archer Daniel Midland Co
  • BASF SE
  • Cargill Inc
  • DSM Nutritional Products AG
  • Elanco Animal Health Inc
  • Evonik Industries AG
  • IFF(Danisco Animal Nutrition)
  • SHV (Nutreco NV)
  • Solvay S.A

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Global Feed Additives Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The feed additives market is advancing steadily as producers prioritize animal health and performance. Driven by the need for nutrient-rich meat, dairy, and poultry, these additives help improve digestion, nutrient absorption, and overall animal growth. Currently, about 65% of livestock operations include feed additives to support efficient production outcomes and reduce health risks.

Preventive Health Strategies Accelerate Adoption
Concerns over disease outbreaks in livestock are pushing the demand for additives that enhance immune responses and reduce antibiotic dependence. Additives such as probiotics, enzymes, and acids are now widely used for their preventive capabilities. Over 50% of animal diets today are supplemented with such health-focused ingredients, reflecting a shift toward proactive disease management.

Shift Toward Natural and Clean-Label Inputs
A rising consumer focus on natural and chemical-free animal products is transforming additive choices. Plant-based and natural feed additives now account for more than 40% of the market, as sustainability and health-conscious farming gain momentum. This trend is also reinforced by tightening regulations favoring safer, more natural inputs in feed formulations.

Sustainability as a Core Market Driver
With the rising focus on eco-friendly livestock production, feed additives are playing a critical role in improving resource efficiency. By optimizing feed conversion and reducing environmental load, they are integral to modern sustainability initiatives. Nearly 45% of agricultural programs aimed at sustainability now include feed additive strategies as a key implementation tool.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Type
    2. Market Snapshot, By Category
    3. Market Snapshot, By Form
    4. Market Snapshot, By Source
    5. Market Snapshot, By Animal Type
    6. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Feed Additives Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Increasing Demand for Protein-Rich Diets
        2. Growing Livestock Population
        3. Focus on Feed Efficiency and Sustainability
        4. Focus on Animal Health and Welfare
      2. Restraints
        1. Public Perception and Consumer Concerns
        2. Rising Cost of Raw Materials
        3. Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)
        4. Market Fragmentation and Competition
      3. Opportunities
        1. Rising Awareness of Nutritional Requirements
        2. Expansion of Aquaculture Industry
        3. Focus on Sustainable Agriculture
        4. Alternative Protein Sources
    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Feed Additives Market, By Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Amino Acids Phosphates
      2. Vitamins
      3. Acidifiers
      4. Carotenoids Enzymes
      5. Flavors & Sweeteners
      6. Antibiotics
      7. Others
    2. Feed Additives Market, By Category, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Conventional
      2. Organic
    3. Feed Additives Market, By Form, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Dry
      2. Liquid
    4. Feed Additives Market, By Source, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Natural
      2. Synthetic
    5. Feed Additives Market, By Animal Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Ruminants
      2. Swine
      3. Poultry
      4. Others
    6. Feed Additives Market, By Geography, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. Adisseo
      2. Archer Daniel Midland Co
      3. BASF SE
      4. Cargill Inc
      5. DSM Nutritional Products AG
      6. Elanco Animal Health Inc
      7. Evonik Industries AG
      8. IFF(Danisco Animal Nutrition)
      9. SHV (Nutreco NV)
      10. Solvay S.A
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market