Top Companies and Competitive Overview in the Pet Food Extrusion Market

The pet food extrusion market is on track for significant expansion over the coming years. Driven by evolving consumer preferences and technological advancements, this sector is poised for substantial growth and innovation. Let's explore the current market size, key players, emerging trends, and the main segments shaping this dynamic industry.

Projected Growth and Market Size of the Pet Food Extrusion Industry
The pet food extrusion market is expected to experience robust growth, reaching a valuation of $131.54 billion by 2030. This represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. Several factors are contributing to this upward trajectory, such as the increasing demand for premium pet food, a focus on personalized nutrition for pets, the rise of sustainable manufacturing practices, greater automation within production facilities, and increased investments in cutting-edge extrusion technologies. Key trends shaping the market during the forecast period include wider adoption of twin-screw extrusion technology, growing consumer preference for highly digestible pet food, expansion of functional and specialized diet options, emphasis on optimizing process efficiency, and improved precision in ingredient blending.

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Top Players Leading the Pet Food Extrusion Market
The competitive landscape of the pet food extrusion market is dominated by several prominent companies including Nestlé, Mars Petcare, J.M. Smucker Company, Bühler Group, Pavan Group, Reading Bakery Systems, Clextral, Baker Perkins, Lindquist Machine Corporation, American Extrusion International, Nanjing Haisi Extrusion Equipment, Diamond America, Doering Company, Coperion K-Tron (Coperion Ideal), Bonnot Company, Shandong Loyal Industrial, Kahl Group, Wenger Manufacturing, Hill's Pet Nutrition, and CPM Extrusion Group.

In a strategic move to strengthen its foothold in sustainable pet nutrition, UK-based Prefera Petfood Srl acquired THE PACK in May 2025 for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition not only brings expertise in alternative protein pet foods such as cultivated and plant-based options but also expands Prefera's production capabilities and distribution network across Europe. THE PACK specializes in producing pet food made from alternative proteins, reinforcing Prefera's mission to lead the market in eco-friendly and next-generation pet food products.

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Emerging Trends Providing New Opportunities in Pet Food Extrusion
Innovation remains a key focus for companies in this market, particularly in developing advanced extrusion technologies such as freeze-dried extruders. These combine extrusion with freeze-drying processes to improve the nutritional quality and shelf-life of pet food products.

For example, in August 2024, Muenster Milling Company LLC launched Kibble Plus, a novel product that blends extruded kibble with freeze-dried proteins using sophisticated mixing techniques. This offering responds to the rising demand for nutritious yet affordable pet food alternatives. Kibble Plus provides a cost-effective option compared to traditional freeze-dried meals, which can cost as much as $36 per pound. By leveraging advanced manufacturing methods, Muenster ensures an even distribution of freeze-dried inclusions and kibble shapes, making it an appealing choice for pet owners seeking quality nutrition on a budget.

Key Segmentation of the Global Pet Food Extrusion Market
This report categorizes the pet food extrusion market into several critical segments for detailed analysis:

1) Extruder Type: Single Screw, Twin Screw
2) Processing Method: Hot Extrusion, Cold Extrusion
3) Ingredient Categories: Animal Derivatives, Vegetables and Fruits, Grains and Oilseeds, Vitamins and Minerals, Additives, Other Ingredients
4) Target Animal: Dog, Cat, Fish, Birds, Other Animal Types

Further subsegments include:
- Single Screw Extruders: Direct Extrusion, Indirect Extrusion
- Twin Screw Extruders: Co-Rotating Twin Screw, Counter-Rotating Twin Screw

This structured segmentation helps in understanding the various technological approaches, ingredient choices, and animal-specific product developments driving the market forward.

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