Plant-Based Feed Enzymes Market Report 2025

The plant-based feed enzymes market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $1.89 billion in 2024 to $1.95 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to adoption of enzymes for improved nutrient utilization, increased use of plant-derived ingredients in feed, industry efforts to reduce antibiotic use, scientific research supporting enzyme supplementation, expansion of aquaculture and poultry sectors.

The plant-based feed enzymes market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.19 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for animal protein, growing awareness of feed efficiency, regulatory support for animal health and nutrition, focus on sustainable agriculture and animal husbandry, shift towards natural and clean label products. Major trends in the forecast period include globalization of livestock production, adoption of enzyme cocktails for feed efficiency, increased research in enzyme functionality, integration of precision nutrition in animal diets, development of multi-enzyme blends.

The anticipated growth of the plant-based feed enzymes market is driven by a substantial livestock population. The term 'livestock population' refers to the count of domesticated animals raised for various purposes such as food and labor. Plant-based feed enzymes play a crucial role in meeting the nutritional requirements of livestock and improving feed utilization efficiency. For example, the sheep and lamb population in England increased by 2%, rising from 14.6 million in 2021 to 14.9 million in 2022. This growth in the livestock population is a key factor propelling the expansion of the plant-based feed enzyme market.

The increased production of crops such as wheat and corn is expected to drive the growth of the plant-based feed enzyme market. Crop production refers to the cultivation of crops for both domestic and commercial purposes. A rise in the production of crops like wheat and corn leads to greater availability of these plant-based ingredients for animal feed. Plant-based feed enzymes are essential for breaking down the complex components in these feedstocks, improving their digestibility for animals. For example, in October 2024, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, an Italy-based specialized agency, reported that global cereal production in 2024 is projected to reach 2.85 billion metric tons, a slight increase from the previous month's forecast. Additionally, world rice production is expected to hit a record high of 539.2 million metric tons, reflecting a 0.9% increase from the revised estimates for 2023/24. Therefore, the increased production of crops like wheat and corn is fueling the growth of the plant-based feed enzyme market.

Leading companies in the plant-based feed enzyme market are focusing on developing specifically engineered products, such as thermostable xylanase, to gain a competitive advantage. Thermostable xylanase is an enzyme that remains active and functional at high temperatures, making it particularly valuable in the feed industry. For example, in March 2024, EW Nutrition, a Germany-based animal nutrition company, introduced Axxess XY, a new xylanase product designed to enhance nutrient absorption and gut health in poultry. This enzyme, derived from a bacterium found in volcanic hot springs, is thermostable, enabling it to withstand high-temperature feed processing, improve digestibility, and promote environmental sustainability. It is also resistant to common inhibitors, making it versatile for use in various feed formulations.

Leading companies in the plant-based feed enzyme market are adopting strategic partnerships to provide high-performance enzyme solutions to animal protein producers. A partnership is a collaborative arrangement between two or more entities that agree to work together toward shared objectives while pooling resources, risks, and benefits. For instance, in September 2023, BASF SE, a Germany-based chemical producer, and Cargill, a US-based multinational food corporation, expanded their partnership to advance the development and distribution of high-performance enzyme solutions for animal protein producers in the United States. This collaboration leverages BASF’s expertise in enzyme research and Cargill’s extensive market reach to create innovative enzyme-based products that enhance feed efficiency, reduce nutrient waste, and support sustainable animal performance, while addressing productivity and cost challenges for US customers.

In March 2024, Novus International, Inc., a US-based animal health and nutrition company, acquired BioResource International, Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition enables Novus International to strengthen its innovation pipeline and expand its product portfolio by gaining full control of BRI’s enzyme products, offering greater control over the supply chain. BioResource International, Inc. is a US-based biotechnology company specializing in high-performance enzyme feed additives.

Major companies operating in the plant-based feed enzymes market include Cargill Incorporated, BASF SE, Associated British Foods Plc, DuPont, DSM, Novozymes, Bluestar Adisseo Co. Ltd., Chr. Hansen Holding A/S, Kemin Industries Inc., Novus International Inc., Huvepharma, Advanced Enzyme Technologies, Bestzyme, Maxgrow Biotech Pvt. Ltd., Xike Biotechnology Co. Ltd., Amano Enzyme Inc., Aumgene Biosciences, AUM Enzymes, Jiangsu Boli Bioproducts Co.Ltd., Antozyme Biotech, Beijing Smistyle Sic. &Tech. Development Co. Ltd., XD BIOCHEM, Biolaxi Corporation, Lee BioSolutions, Calzyme Inc.

North America was the largest region in the plant-based feed enzymes market in 2024. The regions covered in the plant-based feed enzymes market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the plant-based feed enzymes market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Plant-based feed enzymes are enzymes derived from plant sources and are utilized as feed additives in animal nutrition. These enzymes provide various nutritional advantages and contribute to the breakdown of specific feed ingredients, including phytates, glucans, and proteins, which may pose digestion challenges for animals.

The main types of plant-based feed enzymes include phytase, protease, and carbohydrate enzymes. Phytases are enzymes that catalyze the hydrolysis of phytic acid (or phytate) and its salts. In the context of plant-based feed enzymes, phytase plays a crucial role in reducing the antinutritional effects of phytate and enhancing the digestion of essential nutrients such as phosphorus, calcium, amino acids, and energy. These plant-based feed enzymes are available in both liquid and dry forms, catering to various livestock categories, including ruminants, swine, poultry, aquatic animals, pets, and horses.

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The plant-based feed enzymes market consists of sales of amylase, invertase, papain, bromelain, ficin, and lipoxygenase. 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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