| Study Period | 2019 - 2030 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2024 |
| Forecast Data Period | 2025 - 2030 |
| Market Size (2025) | USD 1.19 Billion |
| Market Size (2030) | USD 1.44 Billion |
| CAGR (2025 - 2030) | 3.99 % |
| Market Concentration | Low |
Major Players*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
France Feed Additives Market Analysis
The France Feed Additives Market size is estimated at USD 1.19 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 1.44 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 3.99% during the forecast period (2025-2030).
Feed additives, including amino acids, vitamins, enzymes, acidifiers, antioxidants, and prebiotics, play a crucial role in meeting livestock nutritional needs, improving feed efficiency, and supporting animal health. This is particularly important as the industry focuses on sustainable practices. France, a leading European feed producer, has a well-organized feed industry supporting its extensive livestock sector. According to the European Feed Manufacturers' Federation (FEFAC), France's feed production reached 19.1 million metric tons in 2023. Additionally, consumer demand for higher-quality meat has increased the need for additives that enhance animal immunity and growth performance, optimizing feed conversion ratios across livestock categories. The National Establishment for Agricultural and Seafood Products (FranceAgriMer) reported that pork and poultry meat accounted for 71.3% of overall meat consumption in France in 2023.
French animal breeds are highly sought after internationally for meat and related products, leading to increased animal exports and higher demand for compound feed and feed additives. The industrialization of meat production and growing demand for nutritional animal products have further stimulated the market. Rising foreign market demand has boosted production and exports. For example, ITC Trademap data shows that the value of sheep or goat meat exported from France increased from USD 358.2 million in 2022 to USD 394.02 million in 2023. This growth in trade and consumption has significantly influenced the demand for specific feed additives. Commercial farm animal feeds typically require higher levels of amino acids, enzymes, vitamins, and mineral additives, driving the feed additives market in France during the forecast period.
France Feed Additives Market Trends
Growing Export Demand for Meat and Meat Products
The global demand for meat is rising rapidly, driven by increasing consumer preference for animal protein. This growth is notable across key categories such as poultry, beef, and pork. French meat exports have been bolstered by several factors, including quality certifications, demand from countries with limited meat production, and the established reputation of French meats in the global market. Pork exports have been particularly strong, supported by robust demand from Asia-Pacific markets. For example, pork exports from France received a boost from agreements with China, allowing exports of pork by-products and specific processed proteins. China was the largest importer of frozen hams, shoulders, and cuts from France, accounting for USD 10,353 thousand in 2023, according to the ITC Trademap.
Beef exports from France have also increased, driven by demand from neighboring European countries and Middle Eastern markets. This growth occurred despite high production costs associated with the European Union's environmental and welfare standards. According to the National Establishment for Agricultural and Seafood Products (FranceAgriMer), beef exports exceeded imports by USD 671 million in 2023. Poultry and sheep & goat meat exports also contribute significantly to France's meat export portfolio. This surge in exports has led to increased demand for feed additives, which are crucial for maintaining meat quality and animal health to meet international standards. Additives such as vitamins, enzymes, and probiotics play a vital role in enhancing animal growth rates, immune health, and product quality. These components are essential for export-ready production as producers aim to meet both domestic and international quality requirements.
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Poultry and Swine Segments Dominated the Market
France plays a significant role in the European Union's poultry and swine industries, supported by strong consumer demand and robust agricultural infrastructure. Poultry and swine meat are essential proteins in the French diet, with poultry maintaining popularity over the past decade due to its affordability, versatility, and perceived health benefits compared to red meats. According to the National Establishment for Agricultural and Seafood Products (FranceAgriMer), chicken meat, the primary poultry type, reached a dressed weight of 1.08 million metric tons in 2023. Pork production surpassed poultry, totaling 2.09 million metric tons in the same year, despite facing challenges from increased feed costs and disease management issues. While domestic swine consumption decreased slightly by 3.84% in 2023 compared to 2022, as reported by FranceAgriMer, pork remains a staple protein source, particularly in processed meats.
The feed industry plays a crucial role in supporting France's poultry and swine sectors. The European Feed Manufacturers' Federation (FEFAC) data indicates that poultry feed production accounted for 40.8% and swine feed accounted for 22.5% of the overall feed production in 2023. These animal categories remain dominant in the feed additives market, driven by meat demand and the use of additives to improve feed efficiency and productivity. To maintain European standards in animal product output, France is projected to continue using feed additives in commercial farms throughout the forecast period.
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France Feed Additives Industry Overview
France feed additives market is slightly more fragmented, with the presence of more companies accounting for a significant market share. The leading players in the market studied are focused on business expansion by either investing in new production units or acquiring established small players in the region. The leading companies in the market are Alltech, Adisseo, Cargill Incorporated, Elanco, and Novonesis Group.
France Feed Additives Market Leaders
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Alltech Inc.
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Elanco.
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Adisseo
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Novonesis Group
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Cargill Incorporated
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France Feed Additives Market News
- July 2024: Danisco Animal Nutrition and Health, a division of IFF, obtained European Union regulatory approval for two poultry feed solutions: Axtra XAP and Syncra AVI. Axtra XAP, a multi-enzyme blend, enhances feed digestibility, nutrient absorption, and feed intake, helping customers adapt to changing market conditions. Syncra AVI, an enzyme-probiotic complex, combines enzymes with Bacillus probiotics to optimize nutrient digestion, gut health, and overall performance in poultry.
- February 2023: Adisseo has completed the acquisition of Nor-Feed, a French company specializing in plant-based ingredients and extracts for animal nutrition. This move aligns with Adisseo's strategy to strengthen its position as a global leader in specialty ingredients for animal nutrition.
- November 2022: ADM introduced two products in its SUCRAM range, an in-feed sweetening solution for livestock developed by ADM's global feed additives business, Pancosma. The new products, SUCRAM M'I Sweet and SUCRAM Specifeek, are sweeteners designed to enhance feed palatability for young animals, particularly weanling pigs.
France Feed Additives Industry Segmentation
Feed additives are substances incorporated into animal nutrition to enhance feed quality, improve animal health and performance, and increase the nutritional value of animal products. France's feed additives market is segmented by additive type (antibiotics, vitamins, antioxidants, amino acids, enzymes, mycotoxin detoxifiers, prebiotics, probiotics, flavors and sweeteners, pigments, binders, and minerals) and animal type (ruminants, swine, poultry, and other animal types). The report offers market estimation and forecasts in value in USD and volume in metric tons for all the above segments.
| Additive Type | Acidifiers |
| Phytogenics | |
| Vitamins | |
| Antioxidants | |
| Amino Acids | |
| Enzymes | |
| Mycotoxin Detoxifiers | |
| Prebiotics | |
| Probiotics | |
| Flavors and Sweeteners | |
| Pigments | |
| Binders | |
| Minerals | |
| Yeast | |
| Animal Type | Ruminants |
| Poultry | |
| Swine | |
| Aquaculture | |
| Other Animal Types |
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France Feed Additives Market Research FAQs
How big is the France Feed Additives Market?
The France Feed Additives Market size is expected to reach USD 1.19 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 3.99% to reach USD 1.44 billion by 2030.
What is the current France Feed Additives Market size?
In 2025, the France Feed Additives Market size is expected to reach USD 1.19 billion.
Who are the key players in France Feed Additives Market?
Alltech Inc., Elanco., Adisseo, Novonesis Group and Cargill Incorporated are the major companies operating in the France Feed Additives Market.
What years does this France Feed Additives Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?
In 2024, the France Feed Additives Market size was estimated at USD 1.14 billion. The report covers the France Feed Additives Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the France Feed Additives Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.
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