Feed Additives Market Size

Global Feed Additives Market size was valued at USD 37.1 billion in 2023 and is poised to grow from USD 38.99 billion in 2024 to USD 58.05 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 5.1% during the forecast period (2025-2032).

The feed additives market is undergoing a significant transformation as manufacturers respond to rising consumer expectations, stricter feed standards, and a heightened focus on animal health and welfare.

According to the United Nations population projections for 2050, the global population is anticipated to reach more than 9.7 billion, leading to an increasing demand for animal protein. The consumption of animal protein has increased significantly in recent years. The animal-derived protein industry is expected to expand due to health benefits associated with meat consumption and animal by-products.

With increasing feed standards, growing awareness among consumers and the demand for healthy animal by-products, the feed additive manufacturers are looking for non-residual and more natural alternatives to traditional additives. Some vital additives most commonly used in feed are prebiotics, probiotics, herbs, and feed enzymes. Herbs, such as cinnamon, cumin, celery, and their botanical extracts, are also used in feed as additives. These botanical herbs possess medicinal properties that help to improve anti-inflammatory properties of feed and act as an antioxidant, antimicrobial, digestibility booster, and immune stimulant at the same time.

How Does AI Improve Decision-Making for Livestock Farmers?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the feed additives market by enabling smarter, data-driven decisions in animal nutrition and production efficiency. Through AI-powered technologies, manufacturers and farmers can now analyze vast amounts of data related to animal behavior, health, and dietary needs, leading to more precise formulation and delivery of feed additives.

A major way AI is influencing the sector is through precision feeding systems, which use real-time data to tailor feed compositions to the individual needs of animals. This results in optimized feed efficiency, reduced waste, and improved animal health all while minimizing environmental impact.

In March 2024, Evonik Industries announced the expansion of its AI-based platform "Porphyrio", which helps poultry producers optimize nutrition strategies using cloud-based data analytics. This platform enables producers to fine-tune additive blends, such as amino acids and probiotics, based on real-time performance metrics. The outcome is a more sustainable, cost-efficient feeding process that aligns with both productivity and animal welfare goals.