Feather Meal Market
PUBLISHED: 2025 ID: SMRC28403
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Feather Meal Market

Feather Meal Market Forecasts to 2030 - Global Analysis By Nature (Conventional and Organic), Animal Type, Quality Grade, Form, Processing Method, Distribution Channel, Application and By Geography

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Published: 2025 ID: SMRC28403

This report covers the impact of COVID-19 on this global market
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Years Covered

2022-2030

Estimated Year Value (2024)

US $622.01 MN

Projected Year Value (2030)

US $1126.19 MN

CAGR (2024- 2030)

10.4%

Regions Covered

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and Middle East & Africa

Countries Covered

US, Canada, Mexico, Germany, UK, Italy, France, Spain, Japan, China, India, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, Rest of Asia Pacific, South America, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Middle East & Africa, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, and South Africa

Largest Market

Asia Pacific

Highest Growing Market

North America


According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Feather Meal Market is accounted for $622.01 million in 2024 and is expected to reach $1126.19 million by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 10.4% during the forecast period. Feather meal is a high-protein animal by-product made by processing poultry feathers, typically through rendering or hydrolysis. It is rich in essential amino acids, particularly methionine, and is primarily used as an ingredient in animal feed, particularly for livestock, poultry, and aquaculture. Feather meal is also utilized in organic fertilizers due to its nitrogen content. It offers a sustainable, cost-effective alternative to other protein sources, although it requires processing to enhance its digestibility and bioavailability.

According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the global chicken population has reached 26 billion, ensuring a steady source of raw materials for feather meal production. According to Penn State Extension, in 2023, the average price of a feather meal was USD 661.83 per metric ton, compared to USD 1,788.44 per metric ton for a fish meal and USD 1,159.32 per metric ton for a blood meal. 

Market Dynamics: 

Driver: 

Growing demand for animal feed

Animal-based items like meat, milk, and eggs are consumed at significantly higher rates as the world's population and wealth levels rise. The demand for premium, high-protein animal feed to sustain the production of livestock, poultry, and aquaculture is subsequently fueled by this. Feather meal provides a cost-effective and environmentally friendly substitute for other protein sources such as fishmeal and soybean meal because of its high protein content and rich amino acid profile, particularly methionine. This increased demand for efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable feed ingredients has greatly extended the usage of feather meal in animal nutrition.

Restraint:

Environmental concerns with unprocessed meal

Unprocessed feather meal raises environmental problems because of its high nitrogen concentration and undigested keratin. The meal may release too much nitrogen into the environment if improperly prepared, which could cause eutrophication and water pollution in aquatic environments. Furthermore, unprocessed feather meal may release pungent smells that are bothersome and have a detrimental effect on the neighbourhood. Additionally, the high keratin concentration limits the nutritional efficiency of the food by making it difficult for animals to digest. These nutritional and environmental issues highlight the necessity of sophisticated processing techniques, like as hydrolysis, to improve the sustainability of feather meal as a feed element, lower pollution hazards, and increase its digestibility.

Opportunity:

Expansion of the livestock and aquaculture industries

As global demand for animal-based products such as meat, poultry, dairy, and seafood rises due to population growth and increasing income levels, there is a corresponding need for efficient, high-protein feed ingredients. Feather meal, with its rich protein content and essential amino acids like methionine, serves as an affordable and sustainable alternative to traditional feed ingredients like soy or fishmeal. This growth in the livestock and aquaculture sectors, particularly in developing regions, has significantly increased the demand for feather meal as a key ingredient in animal nutrition, fostering market expansion.

Threat:

Risk of disease transmission

Feathers, as animal by-products, can carry pathogens such as avian influenza or other infectious diseases, posing a potential risk of contamination in the feed supply chain. If not adequately processed, feather meal could become a vector for disease transmission to livestock, poultry, or aquaculture species, impacting animal health and food safety. To mitigate these risks, strict processing standards, including hydrolysis at high temperatures, are essential to ensure the destruction of pathogens and the safety of feather meal as an ingredient in animal feed.

Covid-19 Impact

The COVID-19 pandemic had a mixed impact on the feather meal market. While disruptions in supply chains and reduced demand from certain sectors initially affected the market, the pandemic also highlighted the need for sustainable and cost-effective protein sources, which benefited the feather meal market in the long run. The increased focus on food security and the growing awareness of the environmental benefits of feather meal as a byproduct utilization strategy are expected to drive market growth in the post-pandemic era.

The poultry feed segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

The poultry feed segment is estimated to be the largest, due to as poultry production expands to meet global consumption, the need for high-protein, cost-effective feed ingredients increases. Feather meal, rich in protein and amino acids like methionine, serves as a sustainable alternative to more expensive feed options such as fishmeal and soybean meal. Its affordability and nutritional benefits make it a popular choice in poultry feed formulations, contributing to its rising demand in the market.

The agriculture segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

The agriculture segment is anticipated to witness the highest CAGR during the forecast period, due to its use as a natural, nitrogen-rich fertilizer. Feather meal's high nitrogen content benefits soil fertility, promoting plant growth and enhancing crop yields. As demand for organic farming and sustainable agricultural practices rises, feather meal becomes an increasingly valuable ingredient in eco-friendly fertilizers. Its ability to improve soil health and provide slow-release nutrients makes it an attractive option for farmers, boosting its adoption in agricultural applications and expanding the market.

Region with largest share:

Asia Pacific is expected to have the largest market share during the forecast period due to the speedy growth of the livestock and poultry industries, fueled by rising meat and poultry consumption. As populations and incomes increase, demand for affordable, high-protein animal feed rises. Feather meal, with its cost-effectiveness and rich protein content, serves as an ideal alternative to traditional feed ingredients. Additionally, the region’s growing emphasis on sustainable agricultural practices and the use of organic fertilizers further contributes to the increasing adoption of feather meal in agriculture.

Region with highest CAGR:

During the forecast period, the North America region is anticipated to register the highest CAGR, owing to the growing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly animal feed ingredients. As the region shifts towards more sustainable agriculture and animal farming practices, feather meal, with its high protein content and organic fertilizer benefits, is increasingly sought after. Additionally, the rise in poultry and livestock production to meet consumer demand for meat and eggs further fuels its use. Strict regulations and a focus on reducing waste also make feather meal a popular choice for both animal feed and fertilizers.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players profiled in the Feather Meal Market include Aller Aqua, Feather Meal Products, Sino-Agri, Valley Proteins, Inc., S. R. Enterprises, FMC Corporation, Kerry Group, CP Group, Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC), BASF SE, Guangzhou Sateen Chemical Co., Ltd., EnviroFlight, Phoenix Feeds & Nutrition Ltd., Euroduna Food Ingredients GmbH, AgriProtein Technologies, Nutri Feeds, Protein Technologies Inc., Beneo GmbH, Rennschmiede GmbH, and New Hope Group.

Key Developments:

In September 2024, FMC Corporation announced an agreement with Ballagro Agro Tecnologia Ltda., a pioneer and leader in fungi-based biosolutions, to provide growers in Brazil with a broad portfolio of differentiated biological solutions.

In August 2024, Kerry Partners on Biotics with Leading Microbiome Research Centre. Kerry and APC Microbiome Ireland (APC), a world leading Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) research centre based at University College Cork, Ireland, have partnered in a joint exploration into how diet can support cognitive health.

Nature Covered:
• Conventional
• Organic

Animal Types Covered:
• Poultry Feed
• Cattle Feed
• Swine (Pig) Feed
• Pet Food
• Aquaculture
• Ruminants
• Other Animal Types

Quality Grades Covered:
• Feed Grade
• Fertilizer Grade
• Bedding Grade
• Other Quality Grades

Forms Covered:
• Powdered Form
• Granular Form
• Pellets
• Other Forms

Processing Methods Covered:
• Unhydrolyzed Feather Meal
• Hydrolyzed Feather Meal

Distribution Channels Covered:
• Business-to-Business
• Business-to-Consumer

Applications Covered:
• Fertilizers
• Animal Feed
• Pet Food
• Agrochemicals
• Horticulture
• Other Applications

Regions Covered:
• North America
o US
o Canada
o Mexico
• Europe
o Germany
o UK
o Italy
o France
o Spain
o Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
o Japan        
o China        
o India        
o Australia  
o New Zealand
o South Korea
o Rest of Asia Pacific    
• South America
o Argentina
o Brazil
o Chile
o Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa 
o Saudi Arabia
o UAE
o Qatar
o South Africa
o Rest of Middle East & Africa

What our report offers:
- Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
- Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
- Covers Market data for the years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2026, and 2030
- Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
- Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
- Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
- Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
- Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements

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Table of Contents

1 Executive Summary        
          
2 Preface         

 2.1 Abstract        
 2.2 Stake Holders       
 2.3 Research Scope       
 2.4 Research Methodology      
  2.4.1 Data Mining      
  2.4.2 Data Analysis      
  2.4.3 Data Validation      
  2.4.4 Research Approach      
 2.5 Research Sources       
  2.5.1 Primary Research Sources     
  2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources     
  2.5.3 Assumptions      
          
3 Market Trend Analysis       
 3.1 Introduction       
 3.2 Drivers        
 3.3 Restraints       
 3.4 Opportunities       
 3.5 Threats        
 3.6 Application Analysis      
 3.7 Emerging Markets       
 3.8 Impact of Covid-19       
          
4 Porters Five Force Analysis       
 4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers      
 4.2 Bargaining power of buyers      
 4.3 Threat of substitutes      
 4.4 Threat of new entrants      
 4.5 Competitive rivalry       
          
5 Global Feather Meal Market, By Nature      
 5.1 Introduction       
 5.2 Conventional       
 5.3 Organic        
          
6 Global Feather Meal Market, By Animal Type     
 6.1 Introduction       
 6.2 Poultry Feed       
 6.3 Cattle Feed       
 6.4 Swine (Pig) Feed       
 6.5 Pet Food        
 6.6 Aquaculture       
 6.7 Ruminants       
 6.8 Other Animal Types       
          
7 Global Feather Meal Market, By Quality Grade     
 7.1 Introduction       
 7.2 Feed Grade       
 7.3 Fertilizer Grade       
 7.4 Bedding Grade       
 7.5 Other Quality Grades      
          
8 Global Feather Meal Market, By Form      
 8.1 Introduction       
 8.2 Powdered Form       
 8.3 Granular Form       
 8.4 Pellets        
 8.5 Other Forms       
          
9 Global Feather Meal Market, By Processing Method    
 9.1 Introduction       
 9.2 Unhydrolyzed Feather Meal      
 9.3 Hydrolyzed Feather Meal      
          
10 Global Feather Meal Market, By Distribution Channel    

 10.1 Introduction       
 10.2 Business-to-Business      
 10.3 Business-to-Consumer      
  10.3.1 Wholesale      
  10.3.2 Modern Trade      
  10.3.3 Specialty Stores      
  10.3.4 Online Retailers      
          
11 Global Feather Meal Market, By Application     
 11.1 Introduction       
 11.2 Agriculture       
 11.3 Animal Feed       
 11.4 Pet Food        
 11.5 Agrochemicals       
 11.6 Horticulture       
 11.7 Other Applications       
          
12 Global Feather Meal Market, By Geography     
 12.1 Introduction       
 12.2 North America       
  12.2.1 US       
  12.2.2 Canada       
  12.2.3 Mexico       
 12.3 Europe        
  12.3.1 Germany       
  12.3.2 UK       
  12.3.3 Italy       
  12.3.4 France       
  12.3.5 Spain       
  12.3.6 Rest of Europe      
 12.4 Asia Pacific       
  12.4.1 Japan       
  12.4.2 China       
  12.4.3 India       
  12.4.4 Australia       
  12.4.5 New Zealand      
  12.4.6 South Korea      
  12.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific      
 12.5 South America       
  12.5.1 Argentina      
  12.5.2 Brazil       
  12.5.3 Chile       
  12.5.4 Rest of South America     
 12.6 Middle East & Africa      
  12.6.1 Saudi Arabia      
  12.6.2 UAE       
  12.6.3 Qatar       
  12.6.4 South Africa      
  12.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa     
          
13 Key Developments        
 13.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures   
 13.2 Acquisitions & Mergers      
 13.3 New Product Launch      
 13.4 Expansions       
 13.5 Other Key Strategies      
          
14 Company Profiling        
 14.1 Aller Aqua       
 14.2 Feather Meal Products      
 14.3 Sino-Agri        
 14.4 Valley Proteins, Inc.       
 14.5 S. R. Enterprises       
 14.6 FMC Corporation       
 14.7 Kerry Group       
 14.8 CP Group        
 14.9 Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC)      
 14.10 BASF SE        
 14.11 Guangzhou Sateen Chemical Co., Ltd.     
 14.12 EnviroFlight       
 14.13 Phoenix Feeds & Nutrition Ltd.     
 14.14 Euroduna Food Ingredients GmbH     
 14.15 AgriProtein Technologies      
 14.16 Nutri Feeds       
 14.17 Protein Technologies Inc.      
 14.18 Beneo GmbH       
 14.19 Rennschmiede GmbH      
 14.20 New Hope Group       
          
List of Tables         
1 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Region (2022-2030) ($MN)   
2 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Nature (2022-2030) ($MN)   
3 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Conventional (2022-2030) ($MN)  
4 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Organic (2022-2030) ($MN)   
5 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Animal Type (2022-2030) ($MN)   
6 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Poultry Feed (2022-2030) ($MN)  
7 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Cattle Feed (2022-2030) ($MN)   
8 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Swine (Pig) Feed (2022-2030) ($MN)  
9 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Pet Food (2022-2030) ($MN)   
10 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Aquaculture (2022-2030) ($MN)   
11 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Ruminants (2022-2030) ($MN)   
12 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Other Animal Types (2022-2030) ($MN)  
13 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Quality Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)  
14 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Feed Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)   
15 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Fertilizer Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)  
16 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Bedding Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)  
17 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Other Quality Grades (2022-2030) ($MN)  
18 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Form (2022-2030) ($MN)   
19 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Powdered Form (2022-2030) ($MN)  
20 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Granular Form (2022-2030) ($MN)  
21 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Pellets (2022-2030) ($MN)   
22 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Other Forms (2022-2030) ($MN)   
23 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Processing Method (2022-2030) ($MN)  
24 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Unhydrolyzed Feather Meal (2022-2030) ($MN) 
25 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Hydrolyzed Feather Meal (2022-2030) ($MN) 
26 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Distribution Channel (2022-2030) ($MN)  
27 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Business-to-Business (2022-2030) ($MN)  
28 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Business-to-Consumer (2022-2030) ($MN)  
29 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Wholesale (2022-2030) ($MN)   
30 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Modern Trade (2022-2030) ($MN)  
31 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Specialty Stores (2022-2030) ($MN)  
32 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Online Retailers (2022-2030) ($MN)  
33 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Application (2022-2030) ($MN)   
34 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Agriculture (2022-2030) ($MN)   
35 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Animal Feed (2022-2030) ($MN)  
36 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Pet Food (2022-2030) ($MN)   
37 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Agrochemicals (2022-2030) ($MN)  
38 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Horticulture (2022-2030) ($MN)   
39 Global Feather Meal Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2022-2030) ($MN)  
          
Note: Tables for North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East & Africa Regions are also represented in the same manner as above.

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