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Aquafeed Market Size to Reach USD 73.7 Billion by 2030, Driven by Rising Seafood Demand and Functional Feed Innovations
Aquafeed Market Size & Trends | Mordor Intelligence
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Key Trends in the Global Aquafeed Market
- Rising global seafood consumption: Aquaculture supplies nearly half of the world's fish, with China's seafood consumption per capita reaching 14.9 kg in 2024. Urban demand, dietary diversification, and e-commerce access to premium seafood contribute to the rising feed volumes.
- Export-focused aquaculture production: Countries like Ecuador and Saudi Arabia have prioritized exports, necessitating higher feed volumes and shelf-life-enhancing additives to meet international standards.
- Advanced feed formulation technologies: Innovations like Cargill's FLOW precision platform and solid-state fermentation of rice bran are improving feed conversion ratios and lowering fish meal reliance.
- Functional and medicated feeds: New probiotic and prebiotic blends are replacing antibiotics in feed following EU Regulation 2019/4, addressing consumer safety and regulatory compliance.
- Adoption of novel proteins: Insect meal, algal oil, and single-cell proteins are reducing dependence on volatile marine resources, supported by EU regulatory approvals and investment in large-scale production.
- AI-enabled precision feeding: North America and Europe are integrating smart vision systems to optimize feed utilization and reduce environmental impact.
Aquafeed Market Segmentation Overview
By Species:
- Carp (23% share in 2024): Dominates due to large-scale Asian aquaculture practices.
- Shrimp (8.6% CAGR): Fastest-growing segment, led by export demand from Ecuador, India, and Vietnam.
- Tilapia and Catfish: Popular in emerging markets for their adaptability.
- Salmon: High-value segment with AI-guided feeding and premium nutritional profiles.
By Ingredient
- Fish Meal and Fish Oil (37% share): Still core but impacted by price and supply volatility.
- Novel Proteins (14.6% CAGR): Includes insect meal, single-cell protein, and algal oils.
- Cereals, Pulses, and Oilseeds: Widely used but require enzyme supplements to improve digestibility.
By Additive Type:
- Amino Acids (28% share): Crucial in low-fish-meal diets.
- Probiotics (12.9% CAGR): Gaining traction as antibiotic alternatives.
- Enzymes, Vitamins, Antioxidants: Support health, stability, and nutrient absorption.
By Form:
- Pellets (65% share): Preferred for ease of feeding and stability.
- Extruded Feed (9.6% CAGR): Enhanced digestibility and nutrient delivery; favored for advanced systems.
By Life-Cycle Stage:
- Grower Feed (41% share): Largest category due to time spent in growth phase.
- Starter Feed (9.3% CAGR): High innovation focus with micro-diets and immunostimulants.
By Geography:
- Asia-Pacific (45% share; 7.4% CAGR): Dominant region with rising industrial aquaculture in China, Indonesia, and India.
- North America: Focused on land-based systems, sustainability, and feed quality.
- Europe: Emphasizes compliance, probiotics, and organic aquafeed with strict antibiotic restrictions.
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Key Players in the Aquafeed Market
The aquafeed industry features moderate consolidation, with global leaders strengthening their portfolios through vertical integration, technological investments, and acquisitions.
- Cargill, Incorporated: Operates feed mills across regions and focuses on digital nutrition tools like FLOW and partnerships with aquaculture producers in Saudi Arabia.
- Nutreco NV: Expands its presence through microbiome-based feed additives and sustainability-driven R&D.
- BioMar Group: Reported 12% feed volume growth in Q1 2025, highlighting a sharp focus on high-growth shrimp feed.
- Charoen Pokphand Foods PCL: A major player in Asia, supporting integrated production from feed to finished seafood.
- Tongwei Co., Ltd.: China-based company with scale advantage and presence in multiple species segments.
Startups and mid-tier companies like Calysta and InnovaFeed are developing scalable alternative protein solutions. Strategic acquisitions and partnerships are being used to gain access to technologies that reduce environmental impact and enhance product differentiation. Patent activity in areas like extrusion, encapsulation, and probiotics is rising, indicating heightened innovation across the sector.
Conclusion: Feed Efficiency and Sustainability Define the Future of Aquafeed
The global aquafeed market is set to reach USD 73.7 billion by 2030, driven by demand for sustainable, efficient, and health-oriented feed solutions. Rising seafood consumption, especially in Asia-Pacific, along with stricter regulations in developed markets, is prompting feed producers to rethink formulations and invest in alternative ingredients. Functional and medicated feeds, precision feeding technologies, and novel proteins will play critical roles in shaping the next phase of market growth.
As major producers adjust to volatile raw material prices and disease management challenges, innovation in probiotic blends, extrusion technologies, and starter-feed development continues to set performance benchmarks. The market is also shaped by geopolitical supply dynamics, climate variability, and evolving consumer expectations regarding safety and sustainability.
With strong competition and new product development across species and regions, the aquafeed industry is positioned for continued growth through 2030.
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