Gluten Feed Market Report 2025

The gluten feed market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.23 billion in 2024 to $1.33 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to the expansion of the ethanol industry, utilization of by-products from milling industry, efficient use of feed resources, cost-effectiveness of gluten feed, high nutritional value.

The gluten feed market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.72 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to global increase in meat consumption, alternative protein source in animal diets, expansion of the biofuel industry, focus on sustainable animal agriculture, integration of gluten feed in ruminant diets. Major trends in the forecast period include research and development in animal nutrition, sustainable animal nutrition solutions, innovation in processing technologies, quality assurance and traceability, collaboration and partnerships.

The rising consumption of meat and dairy products is expected to boost the growth of the gluten-feed market in the future. Meat products are derived from animal tissues and are used as food, typically served after cooking or with various condiments and seasonings. Dairy products, on the other hand, are derived from the milk of cows, water buffalo, goats, and ewes. Gluten-rich foods play a vital role in the diets of animals in the meat and dairy sectors, as they provide essential nutrients for high milk production in dairy cows and deliver high protein and other nutrients necessary for building strong muscles in meat animals. For instance, in July 2024, Carlisle Technology, a U.S.-based company specializing in software and hardware solutions for the food industry, reported that chicken consumption, currently at 98.9 pounds per person, is projected to rise to 107.5 pounds by 2033 due to its affordability and health benefits. In 2022, Americans consumed an average of 98.9 pounds of broiler chicken per capita, with expectations of significant increases by 2033. Additionally, in May 2024, the Agricultural Marketing Resource Center, a U.S.-based national information hub, noted that cheese consumption per person in the U.S. reached 41.8 pounds in 2022, reflecting a slight rise compared to previous years. Thus, the increasing demand for meat and dairy products is a key driver of growth in the gluten-feed market.

The escalating demand in aquaculture is anticipated to drive the gluten-feed market's growth. Aquaculture involves the controlled cultivation of aquatic organisms, including fish, shellfish, algae, and other aquatic plants. Gluten feed, as a valuable protein source, provides essential nutrients, energy, nutrient balance, palatability, and cost-effectiveness crucial for the growth and development of aquatic species. For example, a September 2023 report from the Sea Fish Industry Authority projects aquaculture production to reach 106 million tons by 2030, indicating a 22% total growth or approximately 19 million tons. Therefore, the rising demand in aquaculture contributes to the growth of the gluten-feed market.

The gluten feed market is witnessing a notable trend of product innovations, with major companies striving to introduce new solutions to maintain their market positions. In October 2022, Novozymes, a Denmark-based biotechnology company, unveiled Frontia Gluten Ex, an enzyme designed to enhance wheat gluten protein recovery by 2% from the same volume of raw materials. This innovation is part of Novozymes' Frontia platform, offering enzymatic solutions to assist grain millers in optimizing their operations. Vital wheat gluten (VWG), a valuable protein product derived from wheat separation, finds applications in the baking industry, aquafeed sector, and plant-based protein products. The newly developed enzyme facilitates increased gluten protein recovery for wheat processors by reducing viscosity in their processes, enhancing wheat flour separation, and reducing energy consumption, thereby improving process margins.

Major companies in the gluten feed market are strategically focusing on innovative products, such as keto-friendly baking mixes and gluten-free pizza dough flour, to drive market revenues. The term "keto-friendly" denotes products compatible with the low-carb, high-fat ketogenic diet known for its potential in weight loss and overall health improvement. Gluten-free products, on the other hand, are devoid of gluten-containing ingredients. For instance, in June 2022, King Arthur Baking Company, a US-based supplier of flour, baking mixes, ingredients, and baking tools, introduced keto-friendly baking mixes and gluten-free pizza dough flour. The keto-friendly baking mixes include a wheat flour-based pizza crust mix with only 1g of net carbs per serving. The gluten-free pizza dough flour, suitable for paleo and keto diets, is plant-based and free from artificial ingredients, delivering excellent pizza flavor and texture while being easy to prepare.

In May 2022, Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (ADM), a US-based company specializing in animal nutrition, food processing, and commodities, acquired a feed mill from South Sunrays Milling Corp. in the Philippines for an undisclosed amount. This strategic acquisition enables ADM to provide quality animal nutrition products for poultry, swine, and aquaculture under their established brands. South Sunrays Milling Corporation is a Philippines-based company engaged in the manufacturing of corn gluten feed and corn gluten meal.

Major companies operating in the gluten feed market include Ingredion Incorporated, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Cargill Incorporated, Tate & Lyle plc, Bunge Ltd., Grain Processing Corporation, The Roquette Group, Tereos Syral, Commodity Specialists Company, Agrana Group, Nutreco N.V., Charoen Pokphand Group Co. Ltd., JBT Corporation, Markel Food Group, Felleskjøpet Rogaland Agder, Parrheim Foods, Puris Foods, Emsland Group, Louis Dreyfus Company B.V., Conagra grain processing LLC, Associated British foods plc, Sunrise Commodities Limited, CHS inc., Agrisol, Glanbia plc, United Cooperative Grain Growers.

North America was the largest region in the gluten feed market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global gluten feed market during the forecast period. The regions covered in the gluten feed market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the gluten feed market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Gluten feed is a by-product derived from the production of wheat, corn, barley, rye, maize starch, and its syrup. It constitutes a medium-protein diet with a total digestible nutrient level closely resembling that of barley.

The primary sources of gluten feed include wheat, corn, barley, rye, maize, and other related grains. Wheat, specifically, is a cereal crop cultivated for food production, providing a fine white flour used in various products such as bread, pasta, and cakes. These grains are available in different types, including organic and conventional varieties, and find applications in diverse sectors such as swine, poultry, cattle, aquaculture, equine, and as feed for pet animals.

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The gluten feed market consists of sales of gluten-based pet diet, aquatic diet, animal diet and cattle diet products. 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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