Argentina Feed Additives Market Size

Study Period | 2018 - 2028 |
Base Year For Estimation | 2022 |
Forecast Data Period | 2023 - 2028 |
Historical Data Period | 2018 - 2021 |
CAGR | 5.30 % |
Major Players![]() *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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Argentina Feed Additives Market Analysis
The feed additives market in Argentina is projected to register a CAGR of 5.3 % during the forecast period. Growing meat consumption in the country resulted in the mass production of livestock to cater to the demand is driving the market for the feed additives. The rising livestock production and demand for meat from other countries has paved the way for export opportunity. Feed additives are one of the ways by which meat and milk production can be increased to meet the rising demand for quality meat. Alltech Inc., ADM Co, Adisseo, Cargill Inc., BASF, DSM are some key players in the country. In 2017, Phibro Animal Health Corporation acquired Argentina based Biotay S.A. a leading developer, manufacturer, and marketer of animal health and nutritional products. The acquisition will strengthen Phibro’s business.
Argentina Feed Additives Market Trends
This section covers the major market trends shaping the Argentina Feed Additives Market according to our research experts:
Expansion in Animal Production
Increasing meat-based product consumption resulted in a surge in livestock production. According to the Chamber of Industry and Commerce of Meat and Derivatives of the Argentina Republic (CICCRA), in 2017, Argentina recorded one of the largest per capita beef consumption levels in the world, at 55.9 kg per head, and the poultry consumption was 39.9 kg per capita. According to the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), in 2016, the poultry bird population was 116.8 million which increased to 119.3 million in 2018. Also, in 2016, the cattle and buffaloes population was 52.6 million heads which increased to 53.9 million heads in 2018. The poultry industry accounts for the maximum share in the Argentinian feed additives market, and it also utilizes most of the feed. Poultry market is growing by 10% each year and is focused on exporting as the cost of chicken meat produced in Argentina is one of the cheapest in the world. To meet the demand, meat and milk producers tend to increase their supply by boosting productivity. Feed additives are one of the ways by which meat and milk production can be increased.

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Attractive Export Market for Meat is Driving the Market
The meat production industry is moving towards consolidation to increase meat production with reduced land usage. According to the ITC Trade, in 2019, the poultry meat export was valued at USD 414,624 thousand as compared to USD 237,602 thousand in 2016 and is expected to grow further. China is the major export destination for the Argentina meat market with a share of 50.1%. In 2018, Argentina witnessed a large shipment of its exported meat destroyed by China, due to antibiotics contamination, which will force the country to reduce feed antibiotics, thereby, fuelling the market for feed prebiotics in the country.

Argentina Feed Additives Industry Overview
The Argentina feed additives market is fragmented, with the player competing in the market to gain share in the market. The leading players in the market studied are focused on business expansion, by either investing in new production units or acquiring established small players in the region. Alltech Inc., ADM Co, Adisseo, Cargill Inc., BASF, DSM are some key players in the country.
Argentina Feed Additives Market Leaders
Cargill Inc.
Alltech Inc
DSM
Adisseo
BASF SE
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

Argentina Feed Additives Market Report - Table of Contents
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1. INTRODUCTION
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1.1 Study Assumptions & Market definition
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1.2 Scope of the Study
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2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
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3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
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4. MARKET DYNAMICS
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4.1 Market Overview
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4.2 Market Drivers
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4.3 Market Restraints
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4.4 Porter's Five Force Analysis
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4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
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4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
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4.4.3 Threat of New Entrants
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4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products
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4.4.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
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5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
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5.1 Additive Type
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5.1.1 Antibiotics
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5.1.2 Vitamins
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5.1.3 Antioxidants
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5.1.4 Amino Acids
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5.1.5 Enzymes
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5.1.6 Mycotoxin Detoxifiers
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5.1.7 Prebiotics
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5.1.8 Probiotics
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5.1.9 Flavors and Sweeteners
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5.1.10 Pigments
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5.1.11 Binders
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5.1.12 Minerals
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5.2 Animal Type
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5.2.1 Ruminants
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5.2.2 Poultry
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5.2.3 Swine
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5.2.4 Others
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6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
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6.1 Most Adopted Competitor Strategies
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6.2 Market Share Analysis
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6.3 Company Profiles
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6.3.1 Cargill Inc.
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6.3.2 Alltech Inc.
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6.3.3 BASF SE
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6.3.4 Elanco Animal Health
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6.3.5 Danisco Animal Nutrition
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6.3.6 Archer Daniels Midland
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6.3.7 DSM
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6.3.8 NOVOZYMES
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6.3.9 Lallemand Inc
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6.3.10 Adisseo
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6.3.11 Nutreco NV
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7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
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8. IMPACT OF COVID-19
Argentina Feed Additives Industry Segmentation
With the industrialization of the sector, the use of feed additives has been increasing over the years. The price volatility of natural feed sources during the past decade leads to an increment in the usage of different feed additives in the animal feed industry. Industrialization of the livestock, feed, and processed meat industry has necessitated the application of feed additives, as they act as a supplement, nutrient enhancer, feed conditioner, etc., with all required essential elements for optimum growth of the animals.
Additive Type | |
Antibiotics | |
Vitamins | |
Antioxidants | |
Amino Acids | |
Enzymes | |
Mycotoxin Detoxifiers | |
Prebiotics | |
Probiotics | |
Flavors and Sweeteners | |
Pigments | |
Binders | |
Minerals |
Animal Type | |
Ruminants | |
Poultry | |
Swine | |
Others |
Argentina Feed Additives Market Research FAQs
What is the current Argentina Feed Additives Market size?
The Argentina Feed Additives Market is projected to register a CAGR of 5.3% during the forecast period (2023-2028).
Who are the key players in Argentina Feed Additives Market?
Cargill Inc., Alltech Inc, DSM, Adisseo and BASF SE are the major companies operating in the Argentina Feed Additives Market.
Argentina Feed Additives Industry Report
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