Feed Prebiotics Market Size, Share, By Product Type (Inulin, Fructo Oligosaccharide (FOS), and Isomaltooligosaccharide (IMO)), By Sub Additive (Galacto Oligosaccharides, Lactulose, Mannan Oligosaccharides, and Xylo Oligosaccharides), by Animal (Aquaculture, Poultry, Ruminants, and Swine), and By Region - Trends, Analysis and Forecast till 2034

Feed Prebiotics Market Size was valued at USD 2.87 Billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 4.7 Billion by 2034 growing at a CAGR of 5.4%

Prebiotics are specialized nutritionally functional feed ingredients added to animals' diets to cause improvements in the composition and activity of the gastrointestinal microbiota. Such nondigestible food components are mainly complex carbohydrates, being nutritive substrates for the beneficially acting bacteria in the gut. With these, the animals' general digestive health and well-being are improved. Common types of feed prebiotics include fructooligosaccharides (FOS), galactooligosaccharides (GOS), mannan-oligosaccharides (MOS), and inulin. Prebiotics may improve the host's immune response through the selective promotion of beneficial bacteria, increasing nutrient absorption and potentially enhancing growth performance. Prebiotics do not consist of beneficial live bacteria but are a substrate that benefits an endogenous fecal microbial population. The prebiotic application in feed has become a concern in animal nutrition as a natural alternative for growth-promoting antibiotics to balance the demand between antibiotics free from side effects related to antibiotic resistance and the increasing demand for antibiotic-free animal products. Increasingly, research elucidates the complexity of host-microbiome interactions, and such settings have prompted continuous and improved development of prebiotic strategies for use in animal feed—an issue of central concern to agriculture and, consequently, all food production industries.

Disclaimer: This data is only a representation. Actual data may vary and will be available in the report.

Key Drivers of Target Market:

Increasing Demand for Animal Protein

• Customers worldwide demand more and more high-quality animal protein-based food like meat, poultry, eggs, and fish. This is driving the need for intensive production in livestock, putting more and more stress on animal health and gut functions. In animals, prebiotics can be considered a natural solution for digestion improvement, increases in performance, and work on feed conversion rates, which, in the end, will definitely give excellent outputs in the form of animal protein yields.

Gut Health and Welfare of Animals

• Increasingly, the importance of gut health to general animal health and performance is well accepted. Health and effective digestion precondition nutrient uptake and an effective immune system. Prebiotics feed the good gut bacteria by providing a conducive environment in the gut to support commensurate communities and enhance health and welfare. This will be within the broader framework of delivering new standards for improved welfare performance.

Restrains:

High Cost of Prebiotics:

• Prebiotics are expensive to produce and, therefore, are manufactured for various reasons. Frequently engaged in the process are complex fermentation methods, specialized equipment, and processes conducted under strict quality control. The raw materials used in production are expensive, especially in the case of inulin and oligosaccharides. This only translates to higher costs for farmers and a limitation in adapting this practice, especially in price-sensitive regions. The cost-benefit ratio in each given case may not directly appear to the farmer, who needs to be better versed in the benefits of prebiotics in long-term animal health and performance. This further complicates the enteric use of prebiotics.

Opportunities:

Novel Prebiotic Strains and Applications:

• Research on novel prebiotic strains, which are derived from plants, algae, and microorganisms, among others, has substantive potential. Such novel strains may harbor unique functionalities associated with targeting specific gut health conditions or improving immune responses for various animal species. Further salient positives in the research circles are the areas of applications outside gut health. Prebiotic applications can be promising in animal skeletal health, stress reduction, and overall enhanced well-being.

The market is segmented based on Product Type, Sub Additive, Animal, and Region.

Product Type Insights:

• Inulin: A natural prebiotic fiber; its chicory root is a source. It supports the healthy functioning of the bowel and digestion and could stimulate animal immune systems.
• Fructo Oligosaccharide (FOS): It is one of the most researched non-digestible oligosaccharides and shows beneficial effects on intestinal health and performance of animals in most cases across species, including poultry, swine, and aquaculture. It supports the activity of probiotic bacteria and provides support in nutrient absorption.
• Isomalto Oligosaccharide (IMO): This is a prebiotic supplement with some health benefits to the gut and immune system. IMO, it is inherently slower to ferment than FOS, which, over time, can contribute to some digestive issues in animals.

Sub Additive Insights:

• Galacto Oligosaccharides: Derived from lactose, this subgroup contains at least one β-galactose molecule and selectively increases Bifidobacteria groups and Lactobacilli. This group is significant in digestion, nutrient uptake, and immunity. Further, GOS decreases pathogen bacteria, thus enhancing gut health and general well-being.
• Lactulose: Lactulose is an artificial sugar given for constipation. In the colon, it becomes metabolized into byproducts that draw water from the body into the colon's lumen and soften stools. This represents a prebiotic compound, a modified disaccharide with at least two sugars later metabolized to produce at least one SCFA molecule.
• Mannan Oligosaccharides: These are prebiotics that can function as prebiotics and bind themselves to pathogens such as E. coli and Salmonella, preventing the organism from attaching to the mucosa and starting an infection. Prebiotics contribute to the reinforcement of the immune system by activating immune cells and stimulating antibody production.
• Xylo Oligosaccharides: A newer choice that is gaining traction. Derived from plant sources such as wood or corn cobs, XOS can benefit the gut and improve immunity by promoting good bacteria and, in some cases, reducing bad bacteria. It may also work as an anti-inflammatory agent.

Animal Insights:

• Aquaculture: Prebiotics are widely used in fish and shrimp feed to enhance their gut health, immune functions, and disease resistance.
• Poultry: Chickens, turkeys, and others exhibit a digestive system that is much different from that found in other monogastric species and, therefore, are associated with a predisposition to gut health problems. Prebiotics improve the gut's health by stimulating beneficial bacteria that increase the low pH in the stomach, eventually making it uninhabitable for pathogens. In addition, prebiotics can boost the immune system, improve growth performance and feed efficiency, and reduce the rate of.
• Ruminants: Cows, sheep, and goats are considered part of the ruminant species because they possess a naturally four-chambered stomach designed to physically and chemically degrade the hard material of forage. The first chamber in the ruminant stomach is called the rumen. It is often very complex with unicellular organisms, such as bacteria, fungi, and protozoa. These various micro-organisms are responsible for the fermentation of the ingested feed to volatile fatty acids, the main source of energy for the ruminant.
• Swine: Pigs benefit from prebiotics for improved nutrient digestion, growth performance, and better gut health. It helps by enhancing the growth of beneficial bacteria in the piglet's small intestine. These bacteria hydrolyze pig feed high-molecular-weight carbohydrates and proteins.
• Others: Application to other animals such as rabbits, horses, and companion animals.

Regional Insights

• North America: A mature, saturated market with high demand for prebiotics animal feed, especially in poultry and swine.  This holds as a marked benefit for the prebiotic manufacturers functioning in North America, offering a clean and stable regulatory environment that is healthy for the elevation of innovations within this relatively new product category. This regulatory environment allows innovation and ensures safety and efficacy in using prebiotics as feed additives.
• Asia Pacific: The region is at the cusp of rapid growth, both from the increased focus on animal protein production and the increasing realization of the benefits of animal gut health. More and more Asian consumers are learning that good animal health is only feasible with good gut health. This shift in knowledge opens the market for prebiotics as a natural solution for gut health management in animals.
• Europe: Strict regulations may hinder the market from growing, but still, there lies a good demand for prebiotics in animal feed, probably due to the betterment of animal welfare and fewer antigens.  Among regulatory bodies, Europe actively works to reduce antibiotic use in animal production for health and disease prevention. Prebiotics are considered a proper substitute for antibiotics in the better health performance of animals.
• Latin America: An emerging market with rising prebiotic consumption driven by customers' desire for quality animal produce. In these countries, in which levels of disposable income keep increasing, customers are demanding an increase in the quality of animal produce. Prebiotics may contribute herein by enhancing the quality and safety of meat, poultry, and animal-derived foods.
• Middle East and Africa: Growth markets are developing but constrained by low infrastructure and macroeconomic factors that impede market growth. Most farmers in the Middle East and Africa are economically disadvantaged and might perceive the cost of investment in prebiotics to be less appealing. Providing cheaper prebiotic solutions and even availing government subsidies can help woo more farmers into adopting the prebiotic solutions.

Feed Prebiotics Market Report Scope:

Segments Covered in the Report:

This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends and opportunities in each of the sub-segments from 2024 to 2034. For the purpose of this study segmented the target market report based on Product Type, Sub Additive, Animal, and Region.

Segmentation:

By Product Type:

• Inulin
• Fructo Oligosaccharide (FOS)
• Isomalto Oligosaccharide (IMO)

By Sub Additive:

• Galacto Oligosaccharides
• Lactulose
• Mannan Oligosaccharides
• Xylo Oligosaccharides

By Animal:

• Aquaculture
• Poultry
• Ruminants
• Swine

By Region:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Russia
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East & Africa
  • GCC
  • Israel
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa

The key players operating the Feed Prebiotics Market include Abbott Laboratories, BENEO GmbH, Cargill Inc., Alltech Inc., Beghin Meiji (Tereos S.A.), Royal Cosun, Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd., Zenith Nutritions, SKS Bioproducts, DSM Nutritional Products AG, Land O'Lakes, Vetanco, Beneo, Cosucra, Ingredion Incorporated.

Disclaimer: This data is only a representation. Actual data may vary and will be available in the report.

• In January 2024, EFFICOR, a groundbreaking probiotic developed by KENT Nutrition Group's Innovative Solutions team, is being introduced to the swine sector. This unique probiotic L. plantarum strain was created in partnership with a major institution. EFFICOR has been shown in research trials to improve growth performance and feed efficiency in growing and finishing pigs. Based on data from independent grow-finish experiments, EFFICOR can immediately impact the swine sector, saving roughly $2 per pig in feed costs due to enhanced efficiencies. This unique probiotic stands out because to its swine origin. Innovative Solutions collaborated with university researchers to identify a distinct strain of L. plantarum. This study shows that EFFICOR can help significantly improve animal performance and health.
• In April 2024, Pet lovers are ecstatic because Italcol, a leading Colombian pet food company, has collaborated with dairy giant Alpina to launch Dog Yurt, a new range of topping snacks designed particularly for dogs. This new product combines nutritious components with delicious flavors to meet canine friends' dietary demands and tastes. Dog Yurt comes in two varieties: Nutri-Bar and DelidogMix.  Nutri-Bar is a snack topping made from salmon and blueberries, and it is a non-dairy liquid food supplemented with probiotics. DelidogMix, the second variety in the Dog Yurt line, combines chicken and wheat with a comparable non-dairy, probiotic-rich liquid diet.

Abbott Laboratories *

• Company Overview
• Product Portfolio
• Key Highlights
• Financial Performance
• Business Strategies

• Cargill Inc.
• Alltech Inc.
• Beghin Meiji (Tereos S.A.)
• Royal Cosun
• Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd.
• Zenith Nutritions
• SKS Bioproduct
•  DSM Nutritional Products AG
• Land O'Lakes
• Vetanco
• BENEO
• Cosucra
• Ingredion Incorporated

“*” marked represents similar segmentation in other categories in the respective section.

Research Objective and Assumption

• Research Objectives
• Assumptions
• Abbreviations

Market Preview

• Report Description
  • Market Definition and Scope
• Executive Summary
  • Market Snippet, By Product Type
  • Market Snippet, By Sub Additive
  • Market Snippet, By Animal
  • Market Snippet, By Region
• Opportunity Map Analysis

Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis

• Market Dynamics
  • Drivers
  • Restraints
  • Market Opportunities
• Market Trends
• Product Launch
• Merger and Acquisitions
• Impact Analysis
• PEST Analysis
• Porter’s Analysis

Market Segmentation, Product Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (USD Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (USD Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Segment Trends
• Inulin
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Fructo Oligosaccharide (FOS)
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Isomalto Oligosaccharide (IMO)
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years

Market Segmentation, Sub Additive, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (USD Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (USD Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Segment Trends
• Galacto Oligosaccharides
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Lactulose
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Mannan Oligosaccharides
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Xylo Oligosaccharides
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years

Market Segmentation, Animal, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (USD Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (USD Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Segment Trends
• Aquaculture
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Poultry
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Ruminants
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Swine
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years

Market Segmentation, By Region, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (USD Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (USD Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Regional Trends
• North America
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Product Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Sub Additive, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Animal, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
    • U.S
    • Canada
• Asia Pacific
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Product Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Sub Additive, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Animal, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
    • India
    • Japan
    • South Korea
    • China
    • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Europe
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Product Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Sub Additive, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Animal, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
    • UK
    • Germany
    • France
    • Russia
    • Italy
    • Rest of Europe
• Latin America
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Product Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Sub Additive, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Animal, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
    • Brazil
    • Mexico
    • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East and Africa
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Product Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Sub Additive, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Animal, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
    • GCC
    • Israel
    • South Africa
    • Rest of Middle East and Africa

Competitive Landscape

• Heat Map Analysis
• Company Profiles

• Abbott Laboratories
• BENEO GmbH
• Cargill Inc.
• Alltech Inc.
• Beghin Meiji (Tereos S.A.)
• Royal Cosun
• Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd.
• Zenith Nutritions
• SKS Bioproducts
• DSM Nutritional Products AG
• Land O'Lakes
• Vetanco
• Beneo
• Cosucra
• Ingredion Incorporated

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