GITNUXREPORT 2026

Livestock Feed Industry Statistics

The global livestock feed market is large and growing across many countries and animal sectors.

Sarah Mitchell

Senior Researcher specializing in consumer behavior and market trends.

First published: Feb 13, 2026

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Global poultry feed consumption was 480 million metric tons in 2022.

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U.S. swine feed consumption reached 55 million tons in 2022.

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China consumed 240 million tons of compound feed for pigs in 2022.

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EU ruminant feed consumption 150 million tons in 2022.

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Brazil poultry feed use 45 million tons 2022.

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India dairy cattle feed consumption 30 million tons FY2022.

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U.S. beef cattle feed consumption 110 million tons 2022.

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Global aquafeed consumption 52 million tons in 2023.

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Russia poultry feed use 18 million tons 2022.

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Mexico swine feed consumption 12 million tons 2022.

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Australia sheep feed consumption 8 million tons 2022.

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South Africa poultry feed 10 million tons 2023.

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Canada dairy feed use 15 million tons 2021.

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Argentina beef feed consumption 25 million tons 2022.

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Turkey broiler feed 15 million tons 2022.

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U.S. layer feed consumption 40 million tons 2022.

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Global corn consumption in feed 1.1 billion tons 2022.

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Soybean meal feed use 320 million tons global 2022.

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Wheat feed consumption EU 35 million tons 2022.

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Barley livestock use global 140 million tons 2023.

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Sorghum feed consumption U.S. 10 million tons 2022.

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DDGS consumption in U.S. feed 40 million tons 2022.

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Global fishmeal use in aquafeed 5 million tons 2023.

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U.S. alfalfa hay consumption 70 million tons 2022.

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Cottonseed meal feed use 8 million tons global 2022.

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Palm kernel cake consumption Asia 15 million tons 2022.

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Global soybean use in livestock feed was 80% of total production at 380 million tons in 2022.

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Corn constitutes 60-70% of poultry feed formulations globally.

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Soybean meal makes up 25-30% of swine diets worldwide.

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Wheat is used in 40% of EU poultry rations at 15-20% inclusion.

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Barley comprises 50% of ruminant feed in Australia.

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Fishmeal inclusion in salmon feed averages 10-15% globally.

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Corn gluten meal used at 5-10% in pet foods.

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DDGS inclusion rates up to 30% in U.S. beef diets.

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Canola meal 20% in Canadian swine feed.

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Palm oil in aquafeed at 5-8% globally.

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Limestone calcium source 1-2% in layer feeds.

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Methionine synthetic amino acid 0.2-0.3% in broilers.

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Lysine addition 0.15% in pig grower diets.

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Vitamin premix 0.5-1% across all species feeds.

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Enzymes like phytase used in 70% of global poultry feed.

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Probiotics inclusion rising to 20% in starter feeds.

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Organic acids 0.3% for Salmonella control in poultry.

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Beta-glucans from yeast 0.1% immune booster in swine.

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Algae meal 2-5% in aquafeed for omega-3.

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Insect protein 5% trial in broiler feeds EU.

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Urea non-protein nitrogen 1% in dairy rations.

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Sodium bicarbonate 0.7% rumen buffer.

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Bentonite clay 1-2% binder in pelleted feeds.

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Flavors 0.1% to improve palatability in piglets.

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Mycotoxin binders like HSCAS 0.2% in corn-based feeds.

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Copper sulfate 150 ppm antibiotic alternative in swine.

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Zinc oxide 2500 ppm for diarrhea control in weaners.

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Iron dextran injections but feed 100 ppm.

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Selenium yeast 0.3 ppm antioxidant.

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Choline chloride 800 ppm liver function.

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Biotin 0.2 mg/kg for hoof health horses.

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In 2022, the global compound animal feed market size reached USD 456.2 billion, growing at a CAGR of 4.5% from 2017 to 2022.

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The U.S. animal feed market was valued at $72.4 billion in 2021, with poultry feed accounting for 38% of the total.

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Europe's livestock feed production market is projected to reach €75 billion by 2025, driven by dairy sector demand.

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Asia-Pacific animal feed market grew to $150 billion in 2023, with China contributing 45% of regional volume.

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Brazil's animal feed industry was valued at BRL 120 billion in 2022, up 8% from previous year.

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Global pet food segment within livestock feed market hit $50 billion in 2022.

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Indian livestock feed market size stood at INR 1.5 lakh crore in FY2022.

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The ruminant feed market globally was $250 billion in 2021.

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U.S. swine feed market valued at $15.6 billion in 2022.

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Global aquafeed market reached $60 billion in 2023, CAGR 5.2%.

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Australian livestock feed market at AUD 12 billion in 2022.

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South Africa's animal feed industry valued at ZAR 50 billion in 2023.

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Canadian feed market size $8.5 billion CAD in 2021.

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Mexico's poultry feed market $10 billion USD equivalent in 2022.

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Russia animal feed production market €5 billion in 2022.

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Turkey livestock feed market $4.2 billion in 2023.

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Argentina feed industry BRL equivalent $6 billion in 2022.

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Global feed additives market $35 billion in 2022, projected $50B by 2028.

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U.S. organic feed market $2.1 billion in 2021.

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China compound feed market 250 million tons valued at $100B in 2022.

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EU poultry feed market €25 billion in 2022.

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Global swine feed market $80 billion in 2023.

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Dairy feed segment worldwide $120 billion in 2022.

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Beef cattle feed market U.S. $20 billion 2022.

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Layer feed global market $30 billion 2023.

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Broiler feed production value $40 billion globally 2022.

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Turkey feed market U.S. $5 billion 2022.

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Sheep/goat feed Middle East $3 billion 2023.

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Horse feed global $12 billion 2022.

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Rabbit feed Europe $1.5 billion 2022.

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Global livestock feed production reached 1.2 billion metric tons in 2022.

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U.S. produced 250 million tons of animal feed in 2021.

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China manufactured 280 million metric tons of compound feed in 2022.

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EU-27 compound feed production was 138 million tons in 2022.

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Brazil produced 80 million tons of animal feed in 2022.

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India livestock feed production 45 million tons in FY2022.

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Russia animal feed output 25 million tons in 2022.

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Mexico produced 30 million tons of feed in 2022.

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Australia manufactured 15 million tons of livestock feed 2022.

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South Africa feed production 12 million tons in 2023.

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Canada produced 22 million tons of animal feed in 2021.

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Argentina feed production 35 million tons 2022.

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Turkey output 22 million tons compound feed 2022.

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U.S. corn used in feed: 240 million tons in 2022.

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Soybean meal production for feed global 300 million tons 2022.

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Wheat used in animal feed EU 40 million tons 2022.

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Barley feed production global 150 million tons 2023.

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Sorghum for livestock feed U.S. 12 million tons 2022.

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Poultry feed production global 500 million tons 2022.

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Swine feed output worldwide 350 million tons 2022.

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Ruminant feed production 450 million tons global 2022.

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Aquafeed production reached 50 million tons in 2023.

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U.S. dairy feed production 100 million tons 2022.

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Beef feed U.S. 120 million tons 2022.

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Layer hen feed global 150 million tons 2022.

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Broiler feed production 300 million tons 2023.

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Piglet starter feed 20 million tons global 2022.

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Sheep feed production Australia 5 million tons 2022.

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Global corn silage for feed 800 million tons 2022.

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Hay production for livestock U.S. 120 million tons 2022.

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Global livestock feed industry aims for 15% reduction in GHG emissions by 2030.

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30% of feed ingredients sourced sustainably in EU by 2025 target.

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Precision feeding reduces waste by 20% in U.S. dairies.

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Alternative proteins like insects projected to replace 5% soy by 2030.

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Methane inhibitors like 3-NOP in 10% dairy feeds by 2025.

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Regenerative agriculture on 25% feed crop land goal global.

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Water use in feed production averages 15,000 liters per kg beef.

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40% reduction in antibiotics use in EU feeds since 2018.

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Blockchain traceability in 15% of global supply chains 2023.

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Plant-based omega-3 replacing fish oil in 30% aquafeed.

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Carbon footprint of poultry feed 2.5 kg CO2e per kg.

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Soy deforestation-free commitment by 80% suppliers by 2025.

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Digital twins optimize feed mills saving 10% energy.

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Seaweed additives reduce methane 80% in trials.

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Recycled food waste in 5% pet feeds EU.

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Enzyme use improves nutrient efficiency 5-10%.

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Vertical farming for forage 1% market share 2023.

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Lab-grown fats for feed projected $1B market 2030.

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Gender equity in feed supply chains 40% women target.

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Microplastics in feed <1 ppm regulation EU.

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Renewable energy in feed mills 25% global average 2023.

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Fermented feeds improve digestibility 15% less waste.

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AI feed formulation reduces costs 8%.

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Cover crops on 30% corn acres for soil health.

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Phasing out zinc oxide in swine by 2024 EU.

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Biochar in feeds sequesters carbon 2 tons/ha.

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Fueling a global livestock population that produces our meat, milk, and eggs is a staggering half-trillion dollar industry, whose scale and complexity are revealed through its vast regional markets, diverse feed types, and the innovative ingredients and sustainability goals shaping its future.

Key Takeaways

In 2022, the global compound animal feed market size reached USD 456.2 billion, growing at a CAGR of 4.5% from 2017 to 2022.
The U.S. animal feed market was valued at $72.4 billion in 2021, with poultry feed accounting for 38% of the total.
Europe's livestock feed production market is projected to reach €75 billion by 2025, driven by dairy sector demand.
Global livestock feed production reached 1.2 billion metric tons in 2022.
U.S. produced 250 million tons of animal feed in 2021.
China manufactured 280 million metric tons of compound feed in 2022.
Global poultry feed consumption was 480 million metric tons in 2022.
U.S. swine feed consumption reached 55 million tons in 2022.
China consumed 240 million tons of compound feed for pigs in 2022.
Corn constitutes 60-70% of poultry feed formulations globally.
Soybean meal makes up 25-30% of swine diets worldwide.
Wheat is used in 40% of EU poultry rations at 15-20% inclusion.
Global livestock feed industry aims for 15% reduction in GHG emissions by 2030.
30% of feed ingredients sourced sustainably in EU by 2025 target.
Precision feeding reduces waste by 20% in U.S. dairies.

The global livestock feed market is large and growing across many countries and animal sectors.

Consumption Patterns

Global poultry feed consumption was 480 million metric tons in 2022.
U.S. swine feed consumption reached 55 million tons in 2022.
China consumed 240 million tons of compound feed for pigs in 2022.
EU ruminant feed consumption 150 million tons in 2022.
Brazil poultry feed use 45 million tons 2022.
India dairy cattle feed consumption 30 million tons FY2022.
U.S. beef cattle feed consumption 110 million tons 2022.
Global aquafeed consumption 52 million tons in 2023.
Russia poultry feed use 18 million tons 2022.
Mexico swine feed consumption 12 million tons 2022.
Australia sheep feed consumption 8 million tons 2022.
South Africa poultry feed 10 million tons 2023.
Canada dairy feed use 15 million tons 2021.
Argentina beef feed consumption 25 million tons 2022.
Turkey broiler feed 15 million tons 2022.
U.S. layer feed consumption 40 million tons 2022.
Global corn consumption in feed 1.1 billion tons 2022.
Soybean meal feed use 320 million tons global 2022.
Wheat feed consumption EU 35 million tons 2022.
Barley livestock use global 140 million tons 2023.
Sorghum feed consumption U.S. 10 million tons 2022.
DDGS consumption in U.S. feed 40 million tons 2022.
Global fishmeal use in aquafeed 5 million tons 2023.
U.S. alfalfa hay consumption 70 million tons 2022.
Cottonseed meal feed use 8 million tons global 2022.
Palm kernel cake consumption Asia 15 million tons 2022.
Global soybean use in livestock feed was 80% of total production at 380 million tons in 2022.

Consumption Patterns Interpretation

The staggering tonnage of global livestock feed, now measured in the billions, starkly reveals humanity's colossal and protein-hungry footprint on the planet.

Feed Ingredients

Corn constitutes 60-70% of poultry feed formulations globally.
Soybean meal makes up 25-30% of swine diets worldwide.
Wheat is used in 40% of EU poultry rations at 15-20% inclusion.
Barley comprises 50% of ruminant feed in Australia.
Fishmeal inclusion in salmon feed averages 10-15% globally.
Corn gluten meal used at 5-10% in pet foods.
DDGS inclusion rates up to 30% in U.S. beef diets.
Canola meal 20% in Canadian swine feed.
Palm oil in aquafeed at 5-8% globally.
Limestone calcium source 1-2% in layer feeds.
Methionine synthetic amino acid 0.2-0.3% in broilers.
Lysine addition 0.15% in pig grower diets.
Vitamin premix 0.5-1% across all species feeds.
Enzymes like phytase used in 70% of global poultry feed.
Probiotics inclusion rising to 20% in starter feeds.
Organic acids 0.3% for Salmonella control in poultry.
Beta-glucans from yeast 0.1% immune booster in swine.
Algae meal 2-5% in aquafeed for omega-3.
Insect protein 5% trial in broiler feeds EU.
Urea non-protein nitrogen 1% in dairy rations.
Sodium bicarbonate 0.7% rumen buffer.
Bentonite clay 1-2% binder in pelleted feeds.
Flavors 0.1% to improve palatability in piglets.
Mycotoxin binders like HSCAS 0.2% in corn-based feeds.
Copper sulfate 150 ppm antibiotic alternative in swine.
Zinc oxide 2500 ppm for diarrhea control in weaners.
Iron dextran injections but feed 100 ppm.
Selenium yeast 0.3 ppm antioxidant.
Choline chloride 800 ppm liver function.
Biotin 0.2 mg/kg for hoof health horses.

Feed Ingredients Interpretation

It turns out feeding the world is a complex recipe where corn is the undisputed main course, soybean meal is the pork producer's favorite side dish, and everything else, from enzymes to algae, is a precisely measured sprinkle of spice, binder, or medicine to keep livestock healthy and growing efficiently.

Market Size & Growth

In 2022, the global compound animal feed market size reached USD 456.2 billion, growing at a CAGR of 4.5% from 2017 to 2022.
The U.S. animal feed market was valued at $72.4 billion in 2021, with poultry feed accounting for 38% of the total.
Europe's livestock feed production market is projected to reach €75 billion by 2025, driven by dairy sector demand.
Asia-Pacific animal feed market grew to $150 billion in 2023, with China contributing 45% of regional volume.
Brazil's animal feed industry was valued at BRL 120 billion in 2022, up 8% from previous year.
Global pet food segment within livestock feed market hit $50 billion in 2022.
Indian livestock feed market size stood at INR 1.5 lakh crore in FY2022.
The ruminant feed market globally was $250 billion in 2021.
U.S. swine feed market valued at $15.6 billion in 2022.
Global aquafeed market reached $60 billion in 2023, CAGR 5.2%.
Australian livestock feed market at AUD 12 billion in 2022.
South Africa's animal feed industry valued at ZAR 50 billion in 2023.
Canadian feed market size $8.5 billion CAD in 2021.
Mexico's poultry feed market $10 billion USD equivalent in 2022.
Russia animal feed production market €5 billion in 2022.
Turkey livestock feed market $4.2 billion in 2023.
Argentina feed industry BRL equivalent $6 billion in 2022.
Global feed additives market $35 billion in 2022, projected $50B by 2028.
U.S. organic feed market $2.1 billion in 2021.
China compound feed market 250 million tons valued at $100B in 2022.
EU poultry feed market €25 billion in 2022.
Global swine feed market $80 billion in 2023.
Dairy feed segment worldwide $120 billion in 2022.
Beef cattle feed market U.S. $20 billion 2022.
Layer feed global market $30 billion 2023.
Broiler feed production value $40 billion globally 2022.
Turkey feed market U.S. $5 billion 2022.
Sheep/goat feed Middle East $3 billion 2023.
Horse feed global $12 billion 2022.
Rabbit feed Europe $1.5 billion 2022.

Market Size & Growth Interpretation

The world is spending a king's ransom, hundreds of billions strong, to keep everything from barnyards to aquariums fed, proving that the true universal language is the rumbling stomach of a well-invested animal.

Production Volumes

Global livestock feed production reached 1.2 billion metric tons in 2022.
U.S. produced 250 million tons of animal feed in 2021.
China manufactured 280 million metric tons of compound feed in 2022.
EU-27 compound feed production was 138 million tons in 2022.
Brazil produced 80 million tons of animal feed in 2022.
India livestock feed production 45 million tons in FY2022.
Russia animal feed output 25 million tons in 2022.
Mexico produced 30 million tons of feed in 2022.
Australia manufactured 15 million tons of livestock feed 2022.
South Africa feed production 12 million tons in 2023.
Canada produced 22 million tons of animal feed in 2021.
Argentina feed production 35 million tons 2022.
Turkey output 22 million tons compound feed 2022.
U.S. corn used in feed: 240 million tons in 2022.
Soybean meal production for feed global 300 million tons 2022.
Wheat used in animal feed EU 40 million tons 2022.
Barley feed production global 150 million tons 2023.
Sorghum for livestock feed U.S. 12 million tons 2022.
Poultry feed production global 500 million tons 2022.
Swine feed output worldwide 350 million tons 2022.
Ruminant feed production 450 million tons global 2022.
Aquafeed production reached 50 million tons in 2023.
U.S. dairy feed production 100 million tons 2022.
Beef feed U.S. 120 million tons 2022.
Layer hen feed global 150 million tons 2022.
Broiler feed production 300 million tons 2023.
Piglet starter feed 20 million tons global 2022.
Sheep feed production Australia 5 million tons 2022.
Global corn silage for feed 800 million tons 2022.
Hay production for livestock U.S. 120 million tons 2022.

Production Volumes Interpretation

It appears the planet's primary job is now running a vast and ravenous cafeteria for the animals we intend to eat.

Sustainability & Trends

Global livestock feed industry aims for 15% reduction in GHG emissions by 2030.
30% of feed ingredients sourced sustainably in EU by 2025 target.
Precision feeding reduces waste by 20% in U.S. dairies.
Alternative proteins like insects projected to replace 5% soy by 2030.
Methane inhibitors like 3-NOP in 10% dairy feeds by 2025.
Regenerative agriculture on 25% feed crop land goal global.
Water use in feed production averages 15,000 liters per kg beef.
40% reduction in antibiotics use in EU feeds since 2018.
Blockchain traceability in 15% of global supply chains 2023.
Plant-based omega-3 replacing fish oil in 30% aquafeed.
Carbon footprint of poultry feed 2.5 kg CO2e per kg.
Soy deforestation-free commitment by 80% suppliers by 2025.
Digital twins optimize feed mills saving 10% energy.
Seaweed additives reduce methane 80% in trials.
Recycled food waste in 5% pet feeds EU.
Enzyme use improves nutrient efficiency 5-10%.
Vertical farming for forage 1% market share 2023.
Lab-grown fats for feed projected $1B market 2030.
Gender equity in feed supply chains 40% women target.
Microplastics in feed <1 ppm regulation EU.
Renewable energy in feed mills 25% global average 2023.
Fermented feeds improve digestibility 15% less waste.
AI feed formulation reduces costs 8%.
Cover crops on 30% corn acres for soil health.
Phasing out zinc oxide in swine by 2024 EU.
Biochar in feeds sequesters carbon 2 tons/ha.

Sustainability & Trends Interpretation

The livestock feed industry is on a multi-front war against its own environmental hoofprint, cleverly deploying everything from methane-busting seaweed and AI dietitians to blockchain trackers and insect-based buffets in a race to make a cleaner meal for the animals that make our meals.

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