Organic Feed Market by Ingredient Source (Cereals & Grains, Oilseed Meals & Pulses, Fibers & Forage, Additives), Form (Pellets, Crumbles, Mashes), Livestock, Nutrient Source, Farm Size, Manufacturing Technology, and Region - Global Forecast to 2030

The organic feed market is estimated at USD 12.35 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 18.56 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 8.5%. The global organic feed market is experiencing significant growth, driven by the increasing adoption of organic livestock farming practices, expansion of organic farmland, and innovation in feed formulations. The provision of organic feed and organic animal products is a sustainable solution to meet the growing demand for high-quality feed and animal protein.

Conventional farming or feed production involves the heavy use of pesticides and insecticides, which poses significant harm to both animals and human health. These crop protection products can contaminate agricultural commodities, resulting in crop contamination and subsequent losses. To address these concerns, agricultural producers are increasingly turning to organic farming. However, high production costs, pricing, time, and complexity associated with the organic certification process, as well as the lack of commercially available and permitted organic feed supplements and additives, are restraining factors for the organic feed market.

“Pellet form of organic feed is expected to hold a significant share during the forecast period”

The pelleted form is the most common and preferred form of organic feed, prepared by applying moisture, heat, and pressure to the mashed form of the feed. Pellets also contain a higher level of binders compared to the mashed form of organic feed. The pelleted form of organic feed encourages early intake of organic feed. Pelleting also reduces wastage, as it is easy to feed to the animals, easy to store, and is also preferred by backyard chicken farmers. The pellet sizes differ based on the animal and their age. Small pellets are beneficial for animals, as they enhance performance and early growth rates. These factors drive the use of pelletized compound organic feed. However, the pelleted organic feed is more expensive than the mashed form.

“Cereals & grains segment is expected to hold a strong market share among the ingredient sources in the organic feed market”

The cereals & grains segment holds a significant share in the organic feed market as they serve as the primary energy source in animal diets, supplying essential carbohydrates, starch, and moderate protein content for growth and maintenance. Ingredients such as organic corn, wheat, barley, oats, and rice form the nutritional and economic foundation of most feed formulations. Wider availability, established organic certification systems, and compatibility across livestock types, particularly poultry, ruminants, and swine, further reinforce their dominance. Additionally, growing organic grain cultivation and integrating the supply chain support consistent sourcing and cost efficiency, thereby strengthening this segment’s market share.

“North America is expected to dominate the global organic feed market during the forecast period”

The US is one of the largest livestock-producing countries in North America. According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the demand for poultry meat & poultry products, swine meat, and organic foods is expected to grow; therefore, investments are made to increase production capacity. Furthermore, the increasing trend of precision feeding techniques in the region, driven by demand for quality feed, has resulted in increased expenditure and a focus on livestock nutrition, which has, in turn, boosted the demand for organic ingredients in livestock feed.

According to the USDA, consumer demand for organically produced goods continues to grow in the US, creating opportunities for farmers in a wide range of products. The region is one of the largest producers and consumers of major ingredients involved in manufacturing organic feed, such as corn, soybean, and wheat. This is projected to further increase the demand for organic feed in the region.

In-depth interviews have been conducted with chief executive officers (CEOs), directors, and other executives from various key organizations operating in the organic feed market.

• By Company Type: Tier 1 – 30%, Tier 2 – 25%, and Tier 3 – 45%
• By Designation: Directors – 30%, Managers – 25%, Others – 45%
• By Region: North America – 20%, Europe – 30%, Asia Pacific – 40%, and Rest of the World –10%

Prominent companies in the market include Cargill, Incorporated (US), Purina Animal Nutrition LLC (US), ForFarmers Group (Netherlands), Bern Aqua NV (ADM) (Belgium), Aller Aqua A/S (Denmark), The Organic Feed Company (UK), Scratch & Peck (US), Country Heritage Feeds (Australia), Green Mountain Feeds (US), Unique Organics Ltd (India), Kreamer Feed (Nature’s Best Organic Feeds) (US), Yorktown Organics, LLC (US), Modesto Milling Inc. (US), Hindustan Animal Feeds (India), Ardent Mills (US), and others.

Research Coverage

This research report categorizes the organic feed market by ingredient source (cereals & grains, oilseeds, meals & pulses, fibers & forage, additives, and other ingredient sources), by form (pellets, crumbles, mashes, and other forms), by nutrient source (energy, protein, fiber, minerals & vitamins, and performance additives), by livestock (poultry, ruminants, swine, aquatic animals, and companion animals), by farm size (large-scale commercial farms (>500 acres), medium-scale farms (50–500 acres), and small-scale farms (<50 acres)), by manufacturing technology (qualitative) (hammer-milling & grinding, pelleting, expander, extrusion, other manufacturing technologies), and region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and Rest of the World).

The report’s scope encompasses detailed information on the major factors, including drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities, that influence the growth of the organic feed industry. A thorough analysis of the key industry players has been done to provide insights into their business, services, key strategies, contracts, partnerships, agreements, product launches, mergers & acquisitions, and recent developments associated with the organic feed market. This report provides a competitive analysis of emerging startups in the organic feed market ecosystem. Furthermore, the study covers industry-specific trends, including technology analysis, ecosystem & market mapping, and patent & regulatory landscape, among others.

Reasons to Buy This Report

The report provides market leaders/new entrants with information on the closest approximations of revenue numbers for the overall organic feed and its subsegments. It will help stakeholders understand the competitive landscape and gain more insights to better position their businesses and plan suitable go-to-market strategies. The report also helps stakeholders understand the pulse of the market and provides them with information on key market drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities.

The report provides insights into the following pointers:

• Analysis of key drivers (growing organic livestock farming), restraints (high production costs and pricing), opportunities (emergence of plant-based & alternative feed ingredients), and challenges (limited supply of organic feed ingredients) influencing the growth of the organic feed market
• Product Development/Innovation: Detailed insights into research & development activities and new product launches in the organic feed market
• Market Development: Comprehensive information about lucrative markets—analysis of organic feed across varied regions
• Market Diversification: Exhaustive information about new product sources, untapped geographies, recent developments, and investments in the organic feed market
• Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, growth strategies, product offerings, brand/product comparison, and product footprints of leading players such as Cargill, Incorporated (US), Purina Animal Nutrition LLC (US), ForFarmers Group (Netherlands), Bern Aqua NV (ADM) (Belgium), Aller Aqua A/S (Denmark), The Organic Feed Company (UK), Scratch & Peck (US), Country Heritage Feeds (Australia), Green Mountain Feeds (US), Unique Organics Ltd (India), Kreamer Feed (Nature’s Best Organic Feeds) (US), Yorktown Organics, LLC (US), Modesto Milling Inc. (US), Hindustan Animal Feeds (India), Ardent Mills (US), and other players in the organic feed market

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