Global Animal Feed Protein Ingredients Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Source (Animal and Plant), By Product Type (Meat Bone Meal, Hydrolyzed Feather Meal, Poultry Meal, Blood Meal, Fish Meal, and Others), By Application (Livestock, Poultry, Aquaculture, Pet Food, Equine, and Others), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa), Analysis and Forecast 2025 - 2035.

Global Animal Feed Protein Ingredients Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Global Animal Feed Protein Ingredients Market Size Was Estimated at USD 253.2 Billion in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 8.81% from 2025 to 2035
• The Worldwide Animal Feed Protein Ingredients Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 275.5 Billion by 2035
• North America is expected to Grow the fastest during the forecast period.

The Global Animal Feed Protein Ingredients Market Size was worth around USD 253.2 Billion in 2024 and is predicted to Grow to around USD 275.5 Billion by 2035 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.81% from 2025 to 2035. An increasing demand for livestock products, consumer awareness about the nutritional benefits of animal proteins, and advancements in feed technology are driving the animal feed protein ingredients market worldwide.

Market Overview

The animal feed protein ingredients market is the industry encompassing the demand for proteins used in animal feed, which are essential for animal health, growth, and overall well-being. Animal feed protein ingredients are plant and animal-sourced ingredients, including grains such as corn, wheat, and oats, as well as byproducts from feed processing. There is a global need for animal-based products, including meat and dairy, which is driving the need for high-quality feed ingredients to boost livestock productivity. Advances in feed formulation technology enhance the efficiency and nutritional value of protein sources, fostering innovation within the industry. The upsurging awareness about animal health and welfare is driving the adoption of premium, nutritionally balanced feed protein for ensuring optimal growth and performance. The growing awareness about the extrinsic quality of meat is anticipated to create new market opportunities for animal feed protein ingredients.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the animal feed protein ingredients market based on various segments and regions, forecasts revenue growth, and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the animal feed protein ingredients market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, type launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the animal feed protein ingredients market.

Driving Factors

The growing demand for livestock products, with the extensive use of soybean meal, is driving the animal feed protein ingredients market. Further, the crucial nutritional benefits for animals, supporting growth, development, and overall health, contribute to promoting market growth. Animal feed proteins are essential feed ingredients for improving growth performance, supporting the immune system, and ensuring efficient production in animals. Further, advancements in feed technology, including precision nutrition, alternative protein sources, and automated feeding systems, are propelling the market growth.

Restraining Factors

The restrictions on fish catching affecting fish meal production are challenging the market. Further, the strict feed regulatory compliance is hampering the market growth.

Market Segmentation

The animal feed protein ingredients market share is classified into source and product type.

• The plant segment dominated the market in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the source, the animal feed protein ingredients market is divided into animal and plant. Among these, the plant segment dominated the market in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. It includes soybean meal, canola meal, sunflower meal, and various legumes such as peas, chickpeas, and lentils. An increasing consumer preference for plant-based protein ingredients, along with the businesses' surging efforts for commercialization, is contributing to driving the market.

• The poultry meal segment dominated the market with the largest share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the product type, the animal feed protein ingredients market is divided into meat bone meal, hydrolyzed feather meal, poultry meal, blood meal, fish meal, and others. Among these, the poultry meal segment dominated the market with the largest share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Poultry feed protein ingredients aid in supporting growth, egg production, and overall health in poultry. The presence of prominent poultry exporters driving the requirement for protein-rich animal feed is fueling the market in the poultry meal segment.

Regional Segment Analysis of the Animal Feed Protein Ingredients Market

• North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico) 
• Europe (Germany, France, U.K., Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, Rest of APAC)
• South America (Brazil and the Rest of South America) 
• The Middle East and Africa (UAE, South Africa, Rest of MEA)

Asia Pacific is anticipated to hold the largest share of the animal feed protein ingredients market over the predicted timeframe.

Asia Pacific is anticipated to hold the largest share of the animal feed protein ingredients market over the predicted timeframe. The rapidly expanding population, along with the growing awareness about healthy lifestyles, is driving the demand for protein-rich animal feed, resulting in the acceleration of the animal feed protein ingredients market. Further, increasing livestock populations and technological advancements in feed formulation significantly contribute to promoting the market growth.

North America is expected to grow at a rapid CAGR in the animal feed protein ingredients market during the forecast period. The adequate consumption of protein that aids in managing stress, improving immunity, and reducing hunger & body fat results is propelling the animal feed protein ingredients market. Further, the availability of diverse products catering to different tastes and consumer preferences is enhancing the market demand.

Europe is anticipated to hold a significant share of the animal feed protein ingredients market during the projected timeframe. The rising popularity of baked products, low-fat foods, and dairy products is significantly driving the animal feed protein ingredients market. The growing emphasis on more sustainable, innovative protein sources by animal feed alternative protein in the region is responsible for escalating the market growth.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the animal feed protein ingredients market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their type of offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes type development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Ingredion
• Kerry Group
• Royal FrieslandCampina N.V.
• Sodilaal International
• ADM
• Lactalis Group
• Hilmar Ingredients
• Glanbia plc
• Cargill, Incorporated
• AMCO Proteins
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting And Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs) 

Recent Development

• In June 2022, Innovafeed and Cargill extended their partnership to bring healthy novel ingredients to aquafarmers. The aquaculture industry is focused on its role in ocean stewardship and addressing the sustainability of food systems.

• In November 2021, ADM, a global leader in nutrition and agricultural organization and processing, announced that it had completed its acquisition of Sojaprotein, a leading European provider of non-GMO soy ingredients.

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the animal feed protein ingredients market based on the below-mentioned segments: 

Global Animal Feed Protein Ingredients Market, By Source

• Animal
• Plant

Global Animal Feed Protein Ingredients Market, By Product Type

• Meat Bone Meal
• Hydrolyzed Feather Meal
• Poultry Meal
• Blood Meal
• Fish Meal
• Others

Global Animal Feed Protein Ingredients Market, By Regional Analysis

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Qatar
  • South Africa
  • Rest of the Middle East & Africa