| Study Period | 2019 - 2030 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2024 |
| Forecast Data Period | 2025 - 2030 |
| Market Size (2025) | USD 148.28 Billion |
| Market Size (2030) | USD 184.78 Billion |
| CAGR (2025 - 2030) | 4.50% |
| Market Concentration | High |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Africa Feed Vitamins Market Analysis by Mordor Intelligence
The Africa Feed Vitamins Market size is estimated at USD 148.28 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 184.78 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 4.5% during the forecast period (2025-2030).
Feed vitamins, essential organic substances, are typically added in premix form to animal feed, supporting normal metabolic processes. Proper dosing, tailored to different species and growth stages, is crucial for optimal animal growth, reproduction, and immune function. Africa's sustained economic growth, coupled with a rising population, urbanization, and evolving dietary preferences, has spurred a heightened demand for animal-sourced foods, notably dairy, eggs, and meat. Projections from the Malabo Montpellier Panel in 2020 suggest that by 2050, as Africa's population approaches 2.2 billion, the average African will consume 26 kg of meat and 64 kg of milk annually. While domestic supply has been on a steady rise, these trends are poised to significantly influence feed-producing companies, potentially catalyzing substantial market growth during the forecast period.
Several African nations, including Ethiopia, Mali, South Africa, and Uganda, have made strides in developing their domestic livestock sectors. By integrating feed additives into animal feeds, they've edged closer to self-sufficiency. These nations have reaped the benefits most prominently where governments have bolstered infrastructure, enhanced animal health system capacities, and rolled out fiscal incentives, all fueling market growth.
Feed companies have been pivotal in supplying farmers, ensuring animal health, welfare, and optimal production levels. The market's primary driver is the region's surging meat consumption, alongside a growing farmer awareness of feed additives' benefits. South Africa, boasting a robust animal industry, leads the market in value. These dynamics are set to propel market growth in the foreseeable future.
Africa Feed Vitamins Market Trends and Insights
Increasing Live Stock Production Drives The Market
In Africa, livestock plays a crucial role in the livelihoods of millions, offering nutrition, draught power, transportation, and enriching soil. For both rural and urban impoverished communities, livestock stands as a pivotal asset, providing income, acting as a safety net, and helping navigate socioeconomic and climatic adversities. According to FAOSTAT, the cattle population in Africa has seen significant growth, with Ethiopia boasting 70.3 million herds, trailed by Chad in 2022. This rapid expansion of the livestock sector is poised to bolster the feed vitamins market.
Several African nations are experiencing steady growth in their livestock and meat processing industries. In many African countries, meat, eggs, and dairy are dietary staples. Government backing and demand from meat processing firms are fueling the region's animal production industry. Looking ahead, the market's growth is set to be spurred by surging meat consumption and heightened health consciousness among consumers.
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) forecasts a notable surge in Africa's demand for animal-source foods over the next 30-40 years. This anticipated growth is driven by population increases, enhanced consumer purchasing power, and urbanization trends. In light of this, producers and stakeholders are anticipated to channel significant investments into livestock farming systems and their value chains. Such investments are likely to influence feed-producing companies, pushing them to cater to the heightened demand from livestock owners and, in turn, fueling the growth of the feed vitamins market.
Feed vitamins are becoming increasingly vital in the animal production sector, enhancing both feed quality and animal health. Consequently, as the animal production sector expands, it emerges as a significant catalyst for the growth of the feed vitamins market in Africa.
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South Africa Dominates the Market
South Africa, a leader in Africa's livestock industry, stands out prominently in the continent's feed vitamins market. Data from ITC Trade reveals that in 2022, South Africa topped African nations with an impressive export value of USD 141,541 thousand for animal feed, outpacing Egypt. The nation's animal farming is diverse, spanning cattle, dairy, pigs, sheep, goats, and rabbits, with poultry and dairy sectors particularly thriving. The Southern African Development Community (SADC) highlighted in 2022 that South Africa was home to 64 million cattle, 39 million sheep, 38 million goats, and 7 million pigs. The surging animal production and escalating meat consumption are pivotal drivers propelling South Africa's feed vitamins market.
Meat, a staple protein source in South Africa, has seen rising consumption levels. This trend, alongside a recovering poultry sector, is poised to bolster the feed additives market. Data from the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (DAFF) indicates that meat consumption in South Africa has been on an upward trajectory since 2000. As farmers strive to boost livestock performance and health to satiate the growing meat appetite, the demand for feed vitamins in South Africa is set to surge, heralding robust market growth in the years ahead.
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Competitive Landscape
Africa feed additive market is consolidated with a few players holding the major share of the market. Vitafor Nv, BASF SE, Pfizer, Inc., Pharmavite LLC, and Zinpro Corporation are some of the leading players in the region. New product launches, mergers & acquisitions, and partnerships are the major strategies adopted by these leading companies in the market.
Africa Feed Vitamins Industry Leaders
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Zinpro Corporation
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BASF SE
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Pfizer, Inc.
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Vitafor Nv
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Pharmavite LLC
- *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Recent Industry Developments
- March 2023: BASF and Cargill (Provimi) expanded their partnership to their existing feed enzymes development and distribution agreement to offer high-performance enzyme solutions in feed additives which includes vitamins to reduce nutrient waste, improve feed efficiency, and sustainably to promote animal performance across Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, Portugal, Spain, the Middle East and Africa, and the United States.
- October 2022: Zinpro Corporation has launched Zinpro IsoFerm, a breakthrough innovation and essential nutrient in feed additives including vitamins which increases feed efficiency, improves sustainability and drives profitability in dairy cattle nutrition in Africa and some selected countries.
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Africa Feed Vitamins Market Report Scope
Feed vitamins are supplements included in the animal feeds in small amounts for the overall growth, well-being, and performance of the livestock. The Africa Feed Vitamins Market is segmented by Type (A, E, B, C, and Others), Animal Type (Ruminant, Poultry, Swine, Aquaculture, Pet Food, Horses), and Geography (South Africa, Egypt, and Rest of Africa). The report offers the market size and forecast in value (USD) of the Above-mentioned segments.
Type
| A |
| E |
| B |
| C |
| Other Types |
Animal Type
| Ruminant |
| Poultry |
| Swine |
| Horse |
| Other Animal Types |
Geography
| South Africa |
| Egypt |
| Rest of Africa |
| Type | A |
| E | |
| B | |
| C | |
| Other Types | |
| Animal Type | Ruminant |
| Poultry | |
| Swine | |
| Horse | |
| Other Animal Types | |
| Geography | South Africa |
| Egypt | |
| Rest of Africa |
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Key Questions Answered in the Report
How big is the Africa Feed Vitamins Market?
The Africa Feed Vitamins Market size is expected to reach USD 148.28 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 4.5% to reach USD 184.78 billion by 2030.
What is the current Africa Feed Vitamins Market size?
In 2025, the Africa Feed Vitamins Market size is expected to reach USD 148.28 billion.
Who are the key players in Africa Feed Vitamins Market?
Zinpro Corporation, BASF SE, Pfizer, Inc., Vitafor Nv and Pharmavite LLC are the major companies operating in the Africa Feed Vitamins Market.
What years does this Africa Feed Vitamins Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?
In 2024, the Africa Feed Vitamins Market size was estimated at USD 141.61 billion. The report covers the Africa Feed Vitamins Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Africa Feed Vitamins Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.
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Africa Feed Vitamins Market Report
Statistics for the 2025 Africa Feed Vitamins market share, size and revenue growth rate, created by Mordor Intelligence™ Industry Reports. Africa Feed Vitamins analysis includes a market forecast outlook for 2025 to 2030 and historical overview. Get a sample of this industry analysis as a free report PDF download.
