Algae-Based Animal Feed and Ingredients Market Report 2026

The algae-based animal feed and ingredients market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $4.07 billion in 2025 to $4.4 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing demand for alternative protein sources, growth of aquaculture and poultry farming, rising awareness of sustainable feed options, advancements in algae processing technologies, early adoption by premium feed producers.

The algae-based animal feed and ingredients market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.22 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing investments in sustainable feed solutions, expansion of algae-based nutrition in aquaculture, rising regulatory pressure on conventional feed sources, growth of circular economy feed models, scaling of commercial algae cultivation facilities. Major trends in the forecast period include rising adoption of algae-based feed ingredients, growing demand for sustainable animal nutrition, expansion of algal oil and meal applications, increased focus on feed efficiency improvement, innovation in algae cultivation techniques.

The growing consumption of meat is expected to drive the expansion of the algae-based animal feed and ingredients market in the coming years. Meat consumption refers to the intake of animal flesh commonly used as food. Algae-based animal feed and ingredients serve as sustainable and nutrient-rich protein sources for animal nutrition, as they contain essential amino acids, vitamins, and minerals. These attributes make algae-based ingredients a viable alternative to conventional feed components, supporting improved animal health and weight gain. For example, in July 2024, according to Carlisle Technology, a US-based provider of software and hardware solutions for the food industry, per capita chicken consumption, which stood at 98.9 pounds, is projected to rise to 107.5 pounds by 2033 due to its affordability and perceived health benefits. In 2022, Americans consumed 98.9 pounds of broiler chicken per person, with consumption expected to increase notably by 2033. As a result, rising meat consumption is fueling the growth of the algae-based animal feed and ingredient market.

Companies operating in the algae-based animal feed and ingredients market are increasingly concentrating on the development of algae-derived omega-3 products for animal feed to enhance the nutritional quality of meat produced for aquaculture and pet food applications. Algae-derived omega-3 products are a dependable and sustainable source of omega-3 fatty acids, including EPA and DHA. These nutrients play a vital role in supporting overall health, particularly heart, eye, immune, and brain function. For instance, in April 2023, MiAlgae, a UK-based biotechnology company, launched NaturAlgae, an omega-3 product designed for use in fish feed and pet food markets. NaturAlgae is a dry powder containing high concentrations of DHA and other beneficial oils, allowing it to be easily incorporated into aquaculture and pet food formulations.

In May 2023, Alltech Inc., a US-based company involved in animal feed, meat production, brewing, and distilling, partnered with Agolin SA to develop environmentally friendly nutrition solutions aimed at improving cattle productivity while supporting sustainability objectives. This collaboration enables farmers and ranchers to advance sustainability goals while enhancing herd performance and profitability across supply chains. Agolin SA is a Switzerland-based company specializing in the development and manufacture of algae-based feed additives and animal nutrition solutions.

Major companies operating in the algae-based animal feed and ingredients market are Alltech Inc., Cargill Inc., Corbion NV, Evonik Industries AG, Ajinomoto Co. Inc., Cellana Inc., BASF SE, DuPont de Nemours Inc., Kemin Industries Inc., Koninklijke DSM NV, Novozymes A/S, Nutreco N.V., Aliga Microalgae, Triton Algae Innovations Inc., Archer Daniels Midland Company, InnovaFeed SAS, Microalgae Technology Inc., Nova Algae Inc., OriginOil Inc., Pond Technologies Inc., Seaweeds for Aquaculture LLC, UniBio Inc.

North America was the largest region in the algae-based animal feed and ingredients market in 2025. The regions covered in the algae-based animal feed and ingredients market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the algae-based animal feed and ingredients market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The algae-based animal feed and ingredients market consists of sales of ulva, porphyra, spirulina, gracilaria, chlorella, dunaliella, and tetraselmis. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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