Meat and Bone Meal (MBM) Market Report 2026

The meat and bone meal (mbm) market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $6.18 billion in 2025 to $6.44 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of meat processing industries, availability of livestock byproducts, growing demand for affordable protein feed, established rendering infrastructure, increasing use of mbm in poultry and swine diets.

The meat and bone meal (mbm) market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.55 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for sustainable feed sources, rising focus on circular economy practices, expansion of aquaculture feed applications, growing emphasis on biosecurity compliance, increasing innovation in feed formulation. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing utilization of mbm in animal feed, rising demand for high-protein feed ingredients, growing focus on byproduct valorization, expansion of rendering industry capabilities, improved processing and safety standards.

The rising demand for animal feed is anticipated to propel the growth of the meat and bone meal market in the coming years. Animal feed refers to formulated food products created to fulfill the nutritional requirements of livestock, poultry, and other domesticated animals, supporting their growth, health, and productivity. Increasing global consumption of meat, dairy products, and eggs, along with expanding livestock production and the need for improved efficiency in animal farming, is driving the demand for animal feed. Meat and bone meal is highly valued in animal nutrition due to its rich protein and mineral content as well as its cost-effectiveness, making it a widely used ingredient in a variety of animal feed formulations. For instance, in July 2024, according to the Department for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs, a UK-based ministerial department, the total volume of animal feed rose by 5.9%, increasing from 29.3 million metric tons in 2022 to 31.1 million metric tons in 2023. Therefore, the growing demand for animal feed is fueling the expansion of the meat and bone meal market.

Key players in the meat and bone meal market are focusing on developing innovative products such as cultivated meat to provide convenience and extend shelf life. Cultivated meat, also known as cultured or cell-based meat, is produced by growing animal cells in a controlled environment instead of raising and slaughtering animals. For instance, in March 2024, Meatly, a UK-based pet food manufacturer, introduced cultivated chicken pet food. This product is made through a unique three-step process beginning with a small sample of cells from a chicken egg. These cells are then provided with essential vitamins, minerals, and amino acids and grown in a controlled environment that manages temperature and acidity.

In January 2024, Greater Omaha Packing Inc., a US-based beef supplier, acquired Heartland Proteins for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition represents a strategic move to innovate and excel in the evolving market, enhancing growth in the bovine product sector and expanding Greater Omaha's market presence. Heartland Proteins is a US-based manufacturer of meat and bone meal for the animal feed industry.

Major companies operating in the meat and bone meal (mbm) market are Scoular Company, Darling Ingredients Inc., SARIA Group, Sanimax, Baker Commodities Inc., Ridley Corporation Limited, De Heus Animal Nutrition B.V., Kent Nutrition Group, Purina Animal Nutrition LLC, ForFarmers N.V., Akiolis Group, Ten Kate Holding B.V., JG Pears Group Ltd., Seeds and Cereals Ltd., Maxland Group, Euroduna Rohstoffe GmbH, Nugen Feeds Pvt. Ltd., Befriend Agro Product Pvt. Ltd., Farol S.A., Anandi Enterprises Pvt. Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the meat and bone meal (MBM) market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the meat and bone meal (mbm) market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the meat and bone meal (mbm) market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The meat and bone meal (MBM) market consists of sales of blood meal, feather meal, rendered animal fat and fish meal. 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.

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