Pet Food Extrusion Market Report 2025

The pet food extrusion market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $84.37 billion in 2024 to $90.14 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to the industrialization of pet food production, market expansion for pet food, texture and shape innovation, preservation of nutritional value, and demand for specialized pet diets.

The pet food extrusion market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $120.36 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the pet humanization trend, expansion of premium pet foods, sustainable ingredient sourcing, personalized and customized diets, and rise in plant-based formulations. Major trends in the forecast period include fresher and refrigerated options, transparent and ethical sourcing, immune-boosting formulations, and holistic and whole-food approaches.

The anticipated growth in the pet population is poised to be a significant driver for the pet food extrusion market. Pets, regarded as animals kept in homes as companions and treated with kindness, form the basis for the demand in pet food extrusion - a method used to produce pet food tailored to the specific needs and requirements of this growing population. This method enables the production of high-quality pet food ingredients while maintaining a competitive retail price. For instance, in 2021, Chewy, Inc., a US-based online retailer of pet products, reported that there were approximately 977,202 pets adopted in the US in 2021, representing the highest adoption rate of 61% in the past six years. Additionally, according to a November 2022 national survey by Animal Medicines Australia (AMA), 48% of Australian households had dogs, making them the most common pet in the country. This surge in the pet population is a key factor driving the growth of the pet food extrusion market.

The ongoing trend of rising urbanization is also expected to contribute significantly to the expansion of the pet food extrusion market. Urbanization, defined as the migration of populations from rural to urban areas, leads to the growth and development of cities. Pet food extrusion plays a crucial role in supporting urbanization by providing convenient and nutritious pet food solutions for the increasing number of city dwellers with pets. As of April 2023, the World Bank Group reported that more than half of the global population currently resides in urban regions, with projections indicating a surge to 6 billion, marking a 1.5 times increase by 2045. This upward trajectory in urbanization is a driving force behind the growth of the pet food extrusion market.

Leading companies in the pet food extrusion market are concentrating on developing innovative solutions, such as aquafeed TwinTech extruders, to boost production efficiency, enhance product quality, and address the increasing demand for specialized pet and aquafeed products. The Aquafeed TwinTech Extruder is a specialized device used in aquafeed production, aimed at improving the efficiency and quality of the extrusion process. For example, in March 2024, IDAH International Co., Ltd., a shrimp feed machine solution provider based in China, launched the TwinTech Twin Screw Co-Rotating Extruder, targeting both the aquafeed and pet food markets. This advanced extruder features a high-speed gearbox that can reach up to 600 RPM, an energy-efficient permanent magnet synchronous motor that decreases energy consumption and noise, and an optional density control unit for producing various types of fish feed. Enhanced conditioning systems further improve material hydration and cooking efficiency.

Major companies in the pet food extrusion market are also focused on creating innovative solutions, such as freeze-dried extruders, to enhance the quality and shelf life of pet food products. A freeze-dried extruder is equipment used in producing freeze-dried pet food, integrating the extrusion process with freeze-drying technology. For instance, in August 2024, Muenster Milling Company, LLC, a US-based pet food production firm, launched Kibble Plus, an innovative pet food product that combines extruded kibble with freeze-dried proteins and blending techniques. Kibble Plus aims to fulfill the rising demand for high-nutrition pet food while remaining budget-friendly, providing a cost-effective alternative to traditional freeze-dried meals, which can cost up to $36 per pound. Muenster's Kibble Plus is positioned as a versatile solution for pet owners seeking quality nutrition without overspending. The product utilizes advanced manufacturing capabilities to ensure a well-distributed mix of kibble shapes and freeze-dried inclusions.

In April 2022, Marel, an Icelandic machinery manufacturing company, completed the acquisition of Wenger Manufacturing for a total of $540 million. This strategic acquisition marks a significant addition to Marel's business strategy, introducing a new industry sector - pet food processing - to complement its existing focus on poultry, meat, and seafood industries. Wenger Manufacturing Inc., based in the United States, specializes in manufacturing extrusion cooking systems designed specifically for the production of pet foods.

Major companies operating in the pet food extrusion market include Nestlé S.A., Mars Petcare Inc., Andtriz AG, The J.M. Smucker Company, Ingredion Incorporated, SunPring, Buhler Industries Inc., Pavan Group, Reading Bakery Systems Inc., Clextral SAS, Brabender GmbH & Co. KG, Baker Perkins Ltd., Lindquist Machine, American Extrusion International, Nanjing Haisi Extrusion Equipment Co. Ltd., Diamond America Corporation, Doering Systems Inc, Coperion Ideal Private Limited, The Bonnot Company, IDAH Company, Shandong Loyal Industrial Co. Ltd., Kairong Group, Kahl Group, Wenger Manufacturing Inc., Triott Group.

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

Pet food extrusion is a process utilized in the creation of pet food by blending, grinding, and heating the ingredients to form a ribbon-such as product, the extrudate, which is subsequently dried. This method serves to diversify food sources, improve the digestibility and absorption rates in animals, and mitigate digestive system issues.

The primary types of extruders employed in pet food extrusion are single-screw and twin-screw machines. A single-screw extruder operates by continuously pushing a mixture through a die using a single screw within a cylindrical barrel. The processes involved include hot extrusion and cold extrusion, which are utilized in the production of complete diets, treats, and other pet food products. Ingredients incorporated into pet food extrusion encompass animal derivatives, vegetables, fruits, grains, oilseeds, vitamins, minerals, additives, and other components tailored to provide nutrition for various animals, including dogs, cats, fish, birds, and other pets.

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The pet food extrusion market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing steam-induced and co-extrusion. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The pet food extrusion market also includes sales of extruded pellets, biscuits, and kibbles. 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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