Aquafeed Market to Reach USD 109.2 Billion by 2035 - Growth Surges Across APAC, Europe, and USA Fueled by Health-Driven Feed Innovation

The global aquafeed market is set for strong growth, valued at USD 56.6 billion in 2025 and expected to reach USD 109.2 billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 6.8%. Rising seafood demand, innovative feed formulations, and adoption of health-focused aquafeeds are driving expansion.

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Asia Pacific Leads Market Growth

APAC remains the dominant aquafeed region, accounting for the largest share of production and consumption.
• China: 7.1% CAGR, driven by tilapia, carp, catfish, shrimp, and marine finfish production. Initiatives under the "Green Aquaculture Plan" support low-pollution, enzyme-enhanced feeds and precision feeding.
• India: 8.4% CAGR, fastest-growing market. Expansion fueled by vannamei shrimp farming, inland fish production, PMMSY government schemes, and local feed ingredients like soybean, maize, and rice bran.

Europe Shows Steady Expansion

Europe is witnessing moderate growth, supported by salmon, trout, and carp aquaculture.

• UK: 4.8% CAGR, driven by salmon farming in Scotland and increasing adoption of low-phosphorus, high-efficiency feeds.
• France: 5.2% CAGR, growth in trout and carp farming. ESG and environmental regulations encourage plant-based feed alternatives.

USA Market Driven by Innovation

The U.S. aquafeed market grows at a 4.2% CAGR, driven by inland aquaculture expansion in the Pacific Northwest and Gulf Coast.

• Consumer preference for antibiotic-free and USDA-compliant seafood is pushing functional and species-specific feed adoption.
• Recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS) and alternative protein sources such as insect-based and fermentation-derived ingredients improve sustainability and reduce dependency on imported marine inputs.
Saudi Arabia Emerges as a Strategic Market

Saudi Arabia's aquaculture sector is gradually expanding, especially shrimp and tilapia production.

• Investments in modern feed mills and imported high-protein formulations support local consumption and export markets.

Key Growth Drivers and Market Dynamics

• Health-Oriented Feeds: Immunostimulants, antioxidants, and functional proteins help reduce disease risks and antibiotic use, particularly for salmon, vannamei shrimp, and barramundi.

• Plant-Based Inputs: Rising costs of fishmeal and fish oil accelerate the shift to soybean meal, corn gluten, and wheat bran, ensuring feed cost stability and nutritional efficiency.

• Pelletized Feed Efficiency: Pellets dominate due to ease of handling, controlled nutrient release, and reduced waste in intensive freshwater and marine operations.

• Distribution Channels: Indirect sales through distributors and feed agents account for over 50% of revenue, especially in fragmented Asian and African markets, enabling rural penetration and bundled input supply.

Leading Players Driving Market Expansion

Top companies focus on localized sourcing, health-focused formulations, and vertical integration:

• Cargill, BioMar, Skretting, Charoen Pokphand Foods, Ridley Corporation, Aller Aqua
• Avanti Feeds, Biostadt India, BENEO, Alltech, INVE Aquaculture
• AKER BIO MARINE, Purina Animal Nutrition, Dibaq Aquaculture, The Waterbase

Recent Developments

BioMar Group acquired full ownership of Norway's LetSea research center, enhancing species-specific R&D and feed innovation.

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The aquafeed market is projected to maintain steady growth across APAC, Europe, USA, and Saudi Arabia. Health-focused formulations, plant-based feed adoption, and pelletization are creating opportunities for producers and investors to align with evolving market trends.

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