Market Snapshot

Study Period: | 2016 - 2026 |
Base Year: | 2021 |
Fastest Growing Market: | Asia Pacific |
Largest Market: | Europe |
CAGR: | 3.2 % |
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Market Overview
The global ruminant feed market is poised to register a CAGR of 3.2%. The major driving factor for the growth of the market is the increasing trend of on-farm mixing by small farmers, millers, and livestock manufacturers to provide specific nutrients to ruminants in the required quantities. Some major drivers of the ruminant feed market identified in this report are increasing demand for high-value animal protein, increased awareness regarding the safety of meat and milk products, and increased industrial livestock production. The major restraints identified in this report are the rising cost of raw materials and government regulations.
Scope of the Report
Ruminant feed is the fodder that is blended from various raw materials and additives. These blends are formulated according to the specific requirements of the target animal. They are manufactured by feed compounders as meal type, pellets, or crumbles.
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Cereals | |
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Key Market Trends
Government Regulations
The EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) guidance on efficacy panel which came into force on 1st September 2018, bring promising advantages to animal feed companies to broaden their product portfolios. The companies get an advantage of targeting the animal feeds to target species similar in the gastrointestinal functions or with similar level of metabolism. It allows the company to broaden their product portfolio for new species of animals.Tables shows comparision of physiologically related species.

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Europe Dominates the Global Ruminant Feed Market
The growing global population, increasing per capita global consumption of meat, and the increasing adoption of intensive farming methods are the major factors driving the demand for ruminant feed. Europe is a matured market for ruminant feed, in terms of consumption. In the region, ruminant feed has long been used as productivity enhancers in livestock. Therefore, the regional market is modern and highly regulated, especially in Western Europe. The major countries in the market are Spain and Germany.

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Competitive Landscape
The global ruminant feed market is fragmented with some feed manufacturers, while the rest of the market is divided among small companies, mostly feed mills. Around 94% of the market share is occupied by feed mills, while the top five companies account for 6% of the remaining share. Major investments are done by companies in their domestic markets to cater to the local demand. Expansion is the second-most preferred growth strategy, followed by investment, in the global ruminant feed market. In addition to this, various companies are also enhancing production capacities of their existing plants across the world.
Major Players
Table of Contents
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1. INTRODUCTION
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1.1 Study Deliverables
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1.2 Study Assumptions
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1.3 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 Introduction to Market Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities
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4.3 Market Drivers
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4.4 Market Restraints
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4.5 Market Opportunities
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4.6 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
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4.6.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
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4.6.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
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4.6.3 Threat of New Entrants
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4.6.4 Threat of Substitute Products
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4.6.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
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5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
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5.1 Animal Type
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5.1.1 Dairy Cattle
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5.1.2 Beef Cattle
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5.1.3 Other Animal Types
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5.2 Ingredient
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5.2.1 Cereals
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5.2.2 Cakes and Meals
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5.2.3 Other Ingredients
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5.3 Geography
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5.3.1 North America
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5.3.1.1 United States
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5.3.1.2 Canada
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5.3.1.3 Mexico
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5.3.1.4 Rest of North America
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5.3.2 Europe
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5.3.2.1 Spain
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5.3.2.2 UK
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5.3.2.3 Germany
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5.3.2.4 Russia
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5.3.2.5 France
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5.3.2.6 Rest of Europe
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5.3.3 Asia-Pacific
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5.3.3.1 China
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5.3.3.2 India
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5.3.3.3 Japan
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5.3.3.4 Rest of Asia-Pacific
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5.3.4 South America
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5.3.4.1 Brazil
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5.3.4.2 Argentina
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5.3.4.3 Rest of South America
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5.3.5 Middle East & Africa
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5.3.5.1 Saudi Arabia
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5.3.5.2 South Africa
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5.3.5.3 Rest of Middle East & Africa
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6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
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6.1 Most Adopted 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 Land O’ Lakes Feed
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6.3.3 DBN Group
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6.3.4 Archer Daniels Midland
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6.3.5 Evialis
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6.3.6 ForFarmers
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6.3.7 DLG Group
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6.3.8 DSM NV
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6.3.9 De Heus
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6.3.10 Lallemand Animal Nutrition
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6.3.11 Biomin
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7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the study period of this market?
The Global Ruminant Feed Market market is studied from 2016 - 2026.
What is the growth rate of Global Ruminant Feed Market?
The Global Ruminant Feed Market is growing at a CAGR of 3.2% over the next 5 years.
Which region has highest growth rate in Global Ruminant Feed Market?
Asia Pacific is growing at the highest CAGR over 2021- 2026.
Which region has largest share in Global Ruminant Feed Market?
Europe holds highest share in 2021.
Who are the key players in Global Ruminant Feed Market?
Cargill Inc., Land O Lakes Feed, De Heus, Archer Daniels Midland, ForFarmers are the major companies operating in Global Ruminant Feed Market.