Animal Produce Market Report 2026

The animal produce market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.02 trillion in 2025 to $5.34 trillion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing global consumption of animal-based foods, expansion of livestock farming practices, increased utilization of animal by-products in non-food industries, rising penetration of supermarkets and organized retail, improvements in cold chain and storage infrastructure.

The animal produce market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.8 trillion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to shift toward sustainable and traceable sourcing, rising demand for organic and specialty animal produce, growth of online retail channels, increasing investment in precision livestock farming, stricter regulations supporting quality and animal welfare. Major trends in the forecast period include ethical sourcing and supply chain transparency, growth of alternative animal-derived products, rising demand for specialty and premium animal produce, increased focus on organic and natural production, expansion of online retail distribution for animal produce.

The increasing demand for meat, dairy products, and other animal-based products is expected to drive the growth of the animal produce market going forward. Animal products are substances derived from an animal’s body, such as flesh or meat, milk, and others, used for consumption. The rise in demand for meat, dairy products, and similar items will increase the need for animal products. For instance, in February 2024, according to Meat & Livestock Australia, an Australia-based meat industry organization, in 2023, Australia reached a new record in lamb production, totaling 246,003 tonnes, representing a 12.05% increase compared to 2022. Therefore, the growing demand for meat, dairy products, and other animal-based products is fueling the growth of the animal produce market.

Major companies operating in the animal produce market are focusing on developing technological advancements such as data management systems to optimize farm operations and enhance production efficiency. Data management systems are digital platforms that enable accurate collection, organization, and analysis of information related to animal health, breeding, feeding, and overall farm performance, supporting data-driven decision-making and improving productivity. For instance, in January 2023, JBS Live Pork, a subsidiary of JBS, a US-based pork producer, implemented Cloudfarms’ Swine Data Management System across its 90 sow farms in the U.S. to accurately record daily operational data such as servings, relocations, and animal health activities directly within the barn, thereby strengthening its operational efficiency and market position.

In August 2025, Declaration Partners, a US-based private investment firm focused on platform and industrial growth investments, purchased a majority stake in CP Group for an undisclosed sum. Through this acquisition, Declaration Partners intends to enhance CP Group’s engineering, R&D, and automation capabilities in the waste and recycling equipment industry to broaden its operational presence and technological leadership. CP Group is a US-based manufacturing company that provides animal produce products.

Major companies operating in the animal produce market are Cargill Incorporated, Sysco Corporation, JBS USA Holdings Inc., Tyson Foods Inc., Sanderson Farms Inc., Koch Foods Inc., Smithfield Foods Inc., Hormel Foods Inc., National Beef Packing Company LLC, OSI Group LLC, Conagra Brands LLC, Wen's Food Group, Wellhope Agri-Tech Co. Ltd., Industrias Bachoco S.A.B. de C.V., Perdue Farms Inc., American Foods Group LLC, Mountaire Farms Inc., Seaboard Foods LLC, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Land O'Lakes Inc., Purina Animal Nutrition LLC, Kent Corporation, Alltech Inc., New Hope Group Co. Ltd., Guangdong Haid Group Co. Ltd., ForFarmers N.V., Nutreco N.V., De Heus Animal Nutrition B.V., DLG Group, Charoen Pokphand Foods plc, Japfa Ltd., MHP SE, Cherkizovo Group Public Joint Stock Company, BRF S.A., Marfrig Global Foods S.A., Minerva Foods S.A., NH Foods Ltd., Nippon Ham Group, Toyo Suisan Kaisha Ltd.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs on livestock, meat, dairy, and animal by-products are increasing production and import costs, reshaping supply chains, and influencing trade flows across major regions. These tariffs most significantly affect segments such as meat, milk, skin and hide, and wool, particularly in regions heavily dependent on cross-border sourcing. Markets in Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America face higher pricing pressures, while some domestic producers benefit from reduced foreign competition. Overall, tariffs are creating both constraints and opportunities as companies adjust sourcing strategies, expand local production, and enhance operational efficiency to maintain competitiveness.

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Animal produce refers to products or materials derived from the parts of either living or deceased animals. These products are intended for various uses, including consumption and non-consumption purposes such as clothing and accessories.

The primary types of animal produce include live animals, meat, milk, eggs, skin and hide, wool, and honey. Live animals are those currently in existence, and they may be organic or conventional in nature. These animals are utilized for various applications, including availability in hypermarkets or supermarkets, convenience stores, online retail platforms, and other outlets.Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the animal produce market in 2025. The regions covered in the animal produce market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the animal produce market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The animal produce market consists of sales of leather, beeswax, and fat. 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.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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