Ruminant Methane Reduction Market Report 2026

The ruminant methane reduction market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.84 billion in 2025 to $3.09 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased livestock population, traditional feed enhancement practices, early research on methane inhibition, rising awareness of greenhouse gas emissions, adoption of basic dietary supplements.

The ruminant methane reduction market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.31 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing global climate commitments, rising demand for low-emission livestock products, increasing adoption of seaweed-based additives, expansion of precision feeding technologies, development of plant-derived methane inhibitors. Major trends in the forecast period include adoption of natural methane-reducing feed ingredients, growth in fermentation-targeted additive development, increased use of plant-based inhibitors in livestock diets, rising integration of methane reduction in routine farm management, expansion of specialty retail channels for methane reduction solutions.

The rising environmental concerns are expected to drive the growth of the ruminant methane reduction market in the coming years. Environmental concerns refer to issues stemming from the negative effects of human activities and industrial processes on the natural environment. Growing awareness of climate change and the economic consequences of environmental degradation is intensifying these concerns, leading to increased public advocacy and regulatory measures. Ruminant methane reduction helps address environmental concerns by targeting a major source of greenhouse gas emissions, thereby mitigating climate change impacts and supporting more sustainable agricultural practices. For example, in March 2024, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA), a France-based autonomous intergovernmental organization, global energy-related carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions in 2023 rose by 1.1%, amounting to an increase of 410 million metric tons compared to 321 million metric tons in 2022, reaching a record high of over 37.4 billion metric tons in 2023, up from 36.8 billion metric tons in 2022. Therefore, rising environmental concerns are contributing to the growth of the ruminant methane reduction market.

Companies in the ruminant methane reduction market are focusing on innovative solutions, such as methane-reducing feed ingredients, to enhance their products and address environmental issues. Methane-reducing feed ingredients are specialized additives or supplements added to animal feed to lower methane emissions from the digestive processes of ruminants such as cattle, sheep, and goats. For instance, in May 2024, Elanco Animal Health Incorporated, a US-based pharmaceutical company, received FDA approval for Bovaer, a pioneering methane-reducing feed ingredient. Bovaer, which can reduce dairy cattle emissions by an average of 30% per cow per day, is the first product of its kind to receive FDA authorization specifically for reducing enteric methane emissions from dairy cows. Containing the active ingredient 3-NOP, Bovaer inhibits methane production during digestion, potentially cutting emissions by approximately 1.2 metric tons of CO2e annually per cow.

In May 2023, Alltech, a U.S.-based provider of animal nutrition, feed additives, and sustainable agritech solutions, acquired Agolin SA for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Alltech aimed to strengthen its capabilities in ruminant methane reduction and sustainable livestock nutrition by leveraging Agolin’s scientifically validated essential-oil feed additives, which reduce enteric methane emissions and enhance feed efficiency. Agolin SA is a Switzerland-based developer of plant-based feed additives, including Agolin Ruminant, the first product certified by the Carbon Trust for methane reduction in ruminants.

Major companies operating in the ruminant methane reduction market are Cargill Incorporated, Yara International, Evonik Industries AG, Land O'Lakes Inc., Koninklijke DSM N.V., Nutreco N.V., Trouw Nutrition International B.V., Elanco Animal Health Incorporated, ForFarmers N.V., Lallemand Animal Nutrition, Phibro Animal Health Corporation, Volac International, Zinpro Corporation, Novus International Inc., AB Vista Limited, Calysta Inc., Agolin SA, Blue Ocean Barns Inc., CH4 Global Inc., FutureFeed Pty Ltd, Mootral SA, Rumin8 Ltd, Symbrosia Inc.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs on imported feed additives, dietary supplements, and methane-inhibiting compounds have increased procurement costs and constrained availability, particularly in regions dependent on international suppliers such as Asia-Pacific and Europe. Cattle-focused solutions and plant-based inhibitor segments are the most affected due to higher input import reliance. However, tariffs have also encouraged domestic production, supported regional innovation, and stimulated investment in locally sourced natural methane-reducing ingredients.

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Ruminant methane reduction involves strategies and practices aimed at lowering methane emissions from ruminant animals such as cattle, sheep, and goats. This effort is part of a broader initiative to mitigate the environmental impact of agriculture, especially in response to climate change.

The primary products used for reducing methane emissions in ruminants include feed additives or supplements, dietary supplements, and methane inhibitors, among others. Feed additives or supplements are substances added to the animals' diet to improve nutrition and decrease methane production. These products are intended for various ruminants such as cattle, sheep, and goats and are available through multiple distribution channels, including direct sales, veterinary clinics, agricultural cooperatives, online retailers, and specialty stores.North America was the largest region in the ruminant methane reduction market in 2025. The regions covered in the ruminant methane reduction market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the ruminant methane reduction market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The ruminant methane reduction market consists of sales of feed additives, seaweed supplements, methane inhibitors, high-fat diets and oils, and probiotics and enzymes. 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.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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