| Study Period | 2019 - 2030 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2024 |
| Forecast Data Period | 2025 - 2030 |
| Market Size (2025) | USD 1.42 Billion |
| Market Size (2030) | USD 1.78 Billion |
| CAGR (2025 - 2030) | 4.58 % |
| Market Concentration | Medium |
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*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Mexico Feed Additives Market Analysis
The Mexico Feed Additives Market size is estimated at USD 1.42 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 1.78 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 4.58% during the forecast period (2025-2030).
- In Mexico, the feed additives market has surged, particularly within the agriculture and livestock sectors, driven by an unwavering commitment to enhancing feed efficiency. This emphasis on feed efficiency is paramount in animal husbandry, given its far-reaching consequences for producers and the environment alike.
- Feed additives, such as probiotics, enzymes, amino acids, and vitamins, are instrumental in optimizing nutrient utilization, fostering ideal growth, and safeguarding animal health. By requiring less feed to achieve the same meat output, there's a significant drop in greenhouse gas emissions and conservation of resources. As Mexico grapples with rising food demands, the importance of feed additives in enhancing feed efficiency is magnified. They present a sustainable avenue to satisfy the nation's escalating protein requirements while curtailing the environmental repercussions of livestock farming. Recognizing the significance of feed additives, animal feed companies have made calculated moves. A case in point: Phirbo Animal Health, in a strategic 2024 move, acquired Zoetis' medicated feed additives portfolio for a hefty USD 350 million, bolstering its operations in Mexico.
- Mexican companies are actively championing the growth of this market. In 2022, for instance, Nupec, a leading pet food manufacturer, rolled out eight innovative formulations aimed at enhancing health and digestion. These formulations, tailored for three cat varieties and five dog breeds, are fortified with functional ingredients, including prebiotics, fatty acids, and natural preservatives.
Mexico Feed Additives Market Trends
Rising Antibiotics Use is Driving the Market
- In Mexico, penicillins are a primary antibiotic choice for farm animals, often administered in lower doses. The demand for feed antibiotics in Mexico is increasing due to the growth in industrial meat production to meet rising consumption needs. In 2022, pig meat production reached 1.73 million metric tons, which is more than the previous year's production of 1.69 million metric tons, as reported by FAOSTAT. The regular inclusion of feed antibiotics as additives is essential. These additives reduce disease risks and improve nutrient absorption by limiting urea, methane, and ammonia production in the intestines. This efficiency results in reduced feed requirements, less land use for animal raising, and decreased manure production.
- Further, lincomycin is commonly used on Mexican swine farms for growth promotion and disease management. The increased use of lincomycin, tylosin, and monensin in swine and other farm animals is driving market growth. Tetracycline is also popular in intensive farming in Mexico due to its broad-spectrum effectiveness and cost-efficiency. As feed production in Mexico grows, antibiotic usage by feed manufacturers is expected to increase correspondingly. According to Alltech's Agri-Food Outlook, feed production in Mexico slightly increased from 40.41 million metric tons in 2022 to 40.42 million metric tons in 2023.
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Increasing Demand from Poultry Sector
- The poultry sector, including chicken, turkey, and eggs, is a key component of animal protein production in Mexico. The United States Department of Agriculture predicts continued growth in broiler meat production, attributed to improvements in vertical integration, genetics, and biosecurity, in line with increasing broiler meat consumption. FAOSTAT data shows that 2,071 million hens were slaughtered, an increase from 2,013 million in the previous year. Feed additives are essential in improving production and health in poultry farming. Many feed ingredients contain anti-nutritional factors that limit their use, but additives such as enzymes mitigate these effects, making the feed suitable for consumption. Pelleting feeds have been shown to improve feed efficiency in certain poultry species, leading to the widespread use of pelletized broiler feeds in Mexico.
- The poultry industry in Mexico is the largest consumer of feed grains and bears the majority of the costs associated with chicken meat and egg production. According to 2024 data from the Mexican Association of Feed Producers (AMEPA) and the National Council of Producers of Balanced Feed and Animal Nutrition (CONAFAB), approximately 50% of animal feed is used for poultry.
- Feed additives are essential in improving production and health in poultry farming. Many feed ingredients contain anti-nutritional factors that limit their use, but additives such as enzymes mitigate these effects, making the feed suitable for consumption. Pelleting feeds has been shown to improve feed efficiency in certain poultry species, leading to the widespread use of pelletized broiler feeds in Mexico. The market is supported by increasing poultry meat consumption. USDA data shows that chicken meat consumption in Mexico increased from 4,843 thousand metric tons in Market Year 2022 to 4,950 thousand metric tons in Market Year 2023.
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Mexico Feed Additives Industry Overview
The Mexico Feed Additives Market is consolidated, with major players holding a significant market share. These companies have expanded their product portfolios and diversified their businesses to maintain their market positions. The most common strategy adopted by these companies is broadening their product range by introducing new and innovative offerings. Key players in the market include DSM-Firmenich, Novonesis Group, Elanco Animal Health Inc., Archer Daniels Midland Co., and BASF SE.
Mexico Feed Additives Market Leaders
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Elanco Animal Health Inc.
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Archer Daniels Midland Co.
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BASF SE
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dsm-firmenich
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Novonesis Group
- *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Mexico Feed Additives Market News
- June 2023: NUQO, a feed additives manufacturer, has established a new affiliate in Mexico. This strategic move aims to introduce its feed additive portfolio to major stakeholders in the Latin American animal nutrition market. The creation of NUQO Mexico positions the company to strengthen its foothold in the Latin American region.
- May 2022: Kemin Industries has established new offices and distribution centers in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. This expansion enhances the company's ability to serve customers more effectively and broadens its presence in the feed additives market.
Mexico Feed Additives Industry Segmentation
Feed additives are vital to animal nutrition, enhancing feed properties, promoting animal health and performance, and boosting the nutritional value of products derived from animals. The Mexico Feed Additives market is divided into segments based on additive type (including antibiotics, vitamins, antioxidants, amino acids, enzymes, mycotoxin detoxifiers, prebiotics, probiotics, flavors and sweeteners, pigments, binders, minerals, and other feed additives) and animal type (covering ruminants, swine, poultry, and other animals). The report offers market estimation and forecasts in value (USD) for all the above segments.
| Additive Type | Antibiotics |
| Vitamins | |
| Antioxidants | |
| Amino Acids | |
| Enzymes | |
| Mycotoxin Detoxifiers | |
| Prebiotics | |
| Probiotics | |
| Flavors and Sweeteners | |
| Pigments | |
| Binders | |
| Minerals | |
| Other Feed Additives | |
| Animal Type | Ruminants |
| Swine | |
| Poultry | |
| Other Animal Types |
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Mexico Feed Additives Market Research FAQs
How big is the Mexico Feed Additives Market?
The Mexico Feed Additives Market size is expected to reach USD 1.42 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 4.58% to reach USD 1.78 billion by 2030.
What is the current Mexico Feed Additives Market size?
In 2025, the Mexico Feed Additives Market size is expected to reach USD 1.42 billion.
Who are the key players in Mexico Feed Additives Market?
Elanco Animal Health Inc., Archer Daniels Midland Co., BASF SE, dsm-firmenich and Novonesis Group are the major companies operating in the Mexico Feed Additives Market.
What years does this Mexico Feed Additives Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?
In 2024, the Mexico Feed Additives Market size was estimated at USD 1.35 billion. The report covers the Mexico Feed Additives Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Mexico Feed Additives Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.
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Mexico Feed Additives Industry Report
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