Italy Animal Protein Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Protein Type (Casein and Caseinates, Collagen, Egg Protein, Gelatin, Insect Protein, Whey Protein, Other Animal Protein), By End-User (Animal Feed, Personal Care and Cosmetics, Food and Beverages, Supplements), and Italy Animal Protein Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

Italy Animal Protein Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Italy Animal Protein Market Size Was Estimated at USD 175.15 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of Around 6.5% from 2025 to 2035
• The Italy Animal Protein Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 350 Million by 2035

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the Italy animal protein market size is anticipated to reach USD 350 million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 6.5% from 2025 to 2035. Italy animal protein market is driven by rising meat and dairy consumption, growing health awareness about protein rich diets, expanding food processing industries, increasing sports nutrition demand, and steady growth in livestock production supported by modern farming practices.

Market Overview

The Italy animal protein market includes animal-derived proteins used in foods such as meat, dairy, eggs, and nutritional products. It is defined by its role in supplying high quality protein for human consumption, particularly through Italys strong dairy and livestock sectors. Market growth is driven by rising health awareness, increasing demand for protein rich foods and supplements, and expanding applications in sports nutrition, clinical nutrition, and processed foods. Additionally, growing consumer preference for premium and nutrient-dense products supports steady market expansion.

Key trends shaping the market include premiumization and provenance focus, where consumers favor locally sourced, certified, and PDO labelled meats and cheeses, driving higher sales. Functional and fortified animal proteins, with products enriched with micronutrients, omega 3, or other health promoting ingredients, are gaining popularity. Sustainability and eco friendly production, as producers adopt low emission, carbon-neutral practices to attract environmentally conscious buyers. High protein product launches and awareness, which fuel broader adoption of animal proteins across foods and beverages, reflect the growing consumer interest in protein rich diets.

Government support and technological advancements further strengthen the market. Italy benefits from agricultural subsidies and EU Common Agricultural Policy CAP initiatives, which stabilize livestock production and encourage sustainable farming. Advanced technologies, including digital automation, energy-efficient processing, and traceability systems, enhance product quality, improve supply chain efficiency, and ensure compliance with food safety and environmental regulations. Together, these factors reinforce Italy’s position as a key player in the global animal protein market.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the Italy animal protein market based on various segments and regions, and forecasts revenue growth and analyses trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the Italy animal protein market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies, such as expansion, product 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 Italy animal protein market.

Driving Factors

The Italy animal protein market is primarily driven by increasing consumer awareness of health and nutrition, leading to higher demand for protein-rich foods such as meat, dairy, and eggs. Rising interest in sports nutrition and functional foods also fuels growth. Additionally, the country’s strong livestock and dairy sectors ensure a consistent supply, while premiumization trends encourage consumption of high-quality, locally sourced animal protein products. Expanding processed food and supplement industries further support market growth, making animal protein an essential component of Italy’s evolving dietary preferences.

Restraining Factors

The Italy animal protein market faces restraints from rising production costs, including feed, labor, and energy expenses, which can limit profitability. Increasing consumer concerns about health risks associated with excessive animal protein intake, along with growing interest in plant based alternatives, also slow market growth. Additionally, strict environmental and regulatory policies on livestock farming may pose operational challenges for producers.

Market Segmentation

The Italy animal protein market share is classified into protein type and end user.

• The whey protein segment accounted for the largest revenue market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. 

The Italy animal protein market is segmented by protein type into casein and caseinates, collagen, egg protein, gelatin, insect protein, whey protein, and other animal protein. Among these, the whey protein segment accounted for the largest revenue market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Whey protein dominates the market due to its high nutritional quality, rich amino acid profile, and excellent digestibility, making it ideal for sports nutrition, functional foods, and dietary supplements. Strong consumer awareness of its health benefits drives demand, while the countrys well established dairy industry ensures a consistent supply. Its versatility in food applications, from beverages to bakery products, further strengthens its market position, making whey protein the most preferred and widely used animal protein segment in Italy.

• The food and beverages segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. 

The Italy animal protein market is segmented by end user into animal feed, personal care and cosmetics, food and beverages, and supplements. Among these, the food and beverages segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The food and beverages segment dominates the market because most animal proteins, including whey, casein, collagen, and egg protein, are widely used in everyday food products such as dairy, bakery items, snacks, and protein-enriched drinks. Growing consumer awareness of health, nutrition, and protein rich diets has increased demand for functional and fortified foods. Additionally, the popularity of high protein diets and sports nutrition products further boosts consumption in this segment, making it the largest and most influential end-user category in Italy.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Italy animal protein market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborate analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product 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

• Agrial Group
• Arla Foods amba
• Darling Ingredients Inc.
• Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited
• Lactoprot Deutschland GmbH
• Groupe Lactalis
• Italgelatine S.p.A.  Lapi Gelatine S.p.A.
• Carbery Food Ingredients Limited
• Granarolo S.p.A.
• Others

Key Target Audience

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

Market Segment

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

Italy Animal Protein Market, By Protein Type

• Casein and Caseinates
• Collagen
• Egg Protein
• Gelatin
• Insect Protein
• Whey Protein
• Other

Italy Animal Protein Market, By End-User

• Animal Feed
• Personal Care and Cosmetics
• Food and Beverages
• Supplements